Calendar of Events

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

A coach/support person should attend all classes with you. Plan to finish the series four weeks before your due date. A tour of the Birthing Center is included.

After attending this series, participants will be able to:

• Identify warning signs in the third trimester of pregnancy


• Indentify signs and symptoms of true vs. false labor and be able to time contractions


• Identify when to contact their physician and come to the hospital


• Describe the stages and phases of labor


• Demonstrate comfort measures that may be used while in labor


• State routine labor care and methods of pain relief available at CMH


• Describe medical interventions that may be utilized during labor and delivery


• List reasons a cesarean section may be necessary


• Describe routine hospital care and recovery process of mom during her hospital stay and once home


• Describe routine hospital care and recognize physical and behavioral characteristics of the newborn at birth


• Verbalize normal feeding and sleeping patterns, waking and calming techniques for baby


• Demonstrate how to hold, swaddle, burp, and diaper baby; take an auxillary temperature


• Describe the transition to parenthood period and how to promote fathering

Please bring two pillows and a blanket to each class.

Cost is $60 per couple if delivering at CMH and $120 per couple if not delivering at CMH.

This class is a four-night series - twice a week for two consecutive weeks.

To register, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

We invite you to attend this support group for family members. A safe place where people listen and understand.

Meets the first Monday of every month.

No registration required.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

The test, a Lipid Panel + Glucose, is a finger stick. The cholesterol screening requires a 12-hour fast. The results will be available within 10 minutes of the screening.

Screenings are available by appointment only. To schedule a screening, call 414-805-3666.

Small Stones members receive one free cholesterol screening per membership year; $25 for additional screening or non-members.

Meets every Tuesday at Froedtert Hospital in Room 5228.

No registration required.

Many people with essential tremor can be helped if they are aware of their options. Topics include the history of essential tremor, receiving an accurate diagnosis, the difference between Parkinson's disease and essential tremor, and medical and surgical treatments.

This class is designed to provide information needed for labor, delivery, care of yourself after delivery and immediate care of the newborn.

A coach/support person should attend all classes with you. Plan to finish the series four weeks before your due date. A tour of the Birthing Center is included.

After attending this series, participants will be able to:

• Identify warning signs in the third trimester of pregnancy


• Indentify signs and symptoms of true vs. false labor and be able to time contractions


• Identify when to contact their physician and come to the hospital


• Describe the stages and phases of labor


• Demonstrate comfort measures that may be used while in labor


• State routine labor care and methods of pain relief available at CMH


• Describe medical interventions that may be utilized during labor and delivery


• List reasons a cesarean section may be necessary


• Describe routine hospital care and recovery process of mom during her hospital stay and once home


• Describe routine hospital care and recognize physical and behavioral characteristics of the newborn at birth


• Verbalize normal feeding and sleeping patterns, waking and calming techniques for baby


• Demonstrate how to hold, swaddle, burp, and diaper baby; take an auxillary temperature


• Describe the transition to parenthood period and how to promote fathering

Please bring two pillows and a blanket to each class.

Cost is $60 per couple if delivering at CMH and $120 per couple if not delivering at CMH.

This class is a four-night series - twice a week for two consecutive weeks.

To register, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD), the most common inherited life-threatening disease, affects more than 600,000 Americans and an estimated 12.5 million people worldwide — regardless of gender, age, race or ethnic origin. PKD appears in two forms — autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), which is the most common and affects one in 400 to 500 adults, and autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD), which is more rare and affects one in 10,000 people at a younger age, including infants and children.

Meets the first Tuesday of the month.

No registration required.

Sjogren's syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disorder in which white blood cells attack the moisture-producing glands. Hallmark symptoms are dry eyes and mouth, but it is a systemic disease, affecting many organs. Often causes fatigue.

Meets the first Wednesday of every odd-numbered month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.
2010 Dates: Jan 6, March 3, May 5, July 7, Sept 1, Nov 3

Autonomic disorders are neurological diseases in which the autonomic nervous system ceases to function properly. Some examples include small fiber neuropathy, large fiber neuropathy, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, Shy-Drager syndrome, pure autonomic failure and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

Family members are welcome to attend. Meets every Wednesday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Learn about various triggers for asthma, early signs of potential exacerbations, treatment goals and options, and how to tell the difference between allergies and asthma.

The Multiple Sclerosis Support Group offers a relaxed environment to share concerns, experiences and successes. The group provides encouragement from a group of people who face similar challenges.

Meets the first Wednesday of the month on the Treiber Conference Center. Sponsored by Health Ministry.

No registration required.

Discuss your concerns in a confidential group setting and connect with other athletes who share similar experiences. The group is appropriate for the elite athlete to the ‘weekend warrior.’ It will be a semi-structured format, with a variety of topics to be discussed, including goal-setting, coping strategies, relaxation techniques, imagery, confidence, motivation, and positive self-talk.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday night from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Froedtert & The Medical College Sports Medicine Center, 8700 W Watertown Plank Rd.

Alzheimer's is defined as a progressive form of dementia. Symptoms are often impaired memory which is followed by impaired thought and speech and finally complete dependence on others for care. Requires great deal of care giving – that can be emotionally, physically and mentally draining.

Meets the first Wednesday of every month at Froedtert Hospital in Conference Room A/B. There is no meeting in July.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.

A stroke is a sudden disruption in the flow of blood in the brain that may cause damage.

Meets the first Thursday of each month at Froedtert Hospital, North Tower Room 2209.

No registration required.

This two-week series is designed to meet the needs of teen and single parents. Moms-to-be are welcome to attend alone or with the father of the baby, a friend or other support person. Includes labor and delivery preparation, newborn care, a tour of the Birth Center, breastfeeding class and information on community resources.

Each session meets on two consecutive Tuesdays.

Register online or call (414) 805-3666.

Preparing your home and yard for spring often requires bending, lifting or other movements that place stress on your neck and/or back. Learn how to care for your spine while doing these spring cleaning tasks.

This is NOT intended for professionals. Classes will be taught by Judy Gunkel, Regional Service Coordinator, Waukesha County, Alzheimer's Association.

Session 1: Warning signs of dementia

• Differences between dementia and Alzheimer's Disease


• Treatment options and progression

Session 2: Steps to maximize function

• Strategies to enhance communication and interactions

Session 3: Understanding challenging or difficult behaviors

• Strategies for behavior management

This group runs for three consecutive Thursdays - March 4, 11, and 18.

To register, call Barbara Friedlander at 262-253-2477.

Group designed for any adult who has a desire to stop drinking alcohol. The facilitator is an AA Volunteer.

Meets in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

A coach/support person should attend all classes with you. Plan to finish the series four weeks before your due date. A tour of the Birthing Center is included.

After attending this class, participants will be able to:

• Identify warning signs in the third trimester of pregnancy


• Indentify signs and symptoms of true vs. false labor and be able to time contractions


• Identify when to contact their physician and come to the hospital


• Describe the stages and phases of labor


• Demonstrate comfort measures that may be used while in labor


• State routine labor care and methods of pain relief available at CMH


• Describe medical interventions that may be utilized during labor and delivery


• List reasons a cesarean section may be necessary


• Describe routine hospital care and recovery process of mom during her hospital stay and once home


• Describe routine hospital care and recognize physical and behavioral characteristics of the newborn at birth


• Verbalize normal feeding and sleeping patterns, waking and calming techniques for baby


• Demonstrate how to hold, swaddle, burp, and diaper baby; take an auxillary temperature


• Describe the transition to parenthood period and how to promote fathering

Please bring two pillows and a blanket to class.

Cost is $75 per couple if delivering at CMH and $150 per couple if not delivering at CMH. Cost of the class includes lunch.

To register, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

This group meets every Sunday in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Meets Sunday mornings in Meeting Rooms ABC.

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

A psychiatric or psychological condition regardless of cause such as schizophrenia, depression, manic depressive or bipolar illness, anxiety, personality disorders and/or adjustment disorders or other conditions. These conditions are usually treated by a mental health provider or other qualified provider using psychotherapy, psychotropic drugs, or other similar methods of treatment.

Meets the second and fourth Monday of the month at Froedtert Hospital Finance Conference Room.

No registration required.

The Diabetes Group includes education and support for diabetics and family members. It provides an opportunity for adults 18 years or older to share concerns, successes and coping strategies with a group of people who face similar challenges. Sessions include special presentations related to diabetes. Diabetes group meets the second Monday of the month in Conference Room ABC at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

Stop in to see us before you have your baby. Meet key staff members, learn about our wide range of pregnancy, parenting and well baby classes. We’ll show you all you need to make an informed decision about the birth of your baby. Tours last one hour.

Open to the public, not only those delivering at Froedtert.

Pre-registration is required. For tour dates and times, call 414-805-3666.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a disorder resulting in hyperactivity and impulsiveness. People with this condition tend to attract attention by constantly disturbing others.

Meets the second Monday of every month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Crohn's disease causes inflammation in the small intestine. Crohn's disease usually occurs in the lower part of the small intestine, called the ileum, but it can affect any part of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus. Colitis is inflammation of the colon.

Meets the second Monday of the month at Froedtert Hospital's Conference Room NT 9212, North Tower 9th Floor.

No registration required.

Meets every Tuesday at Froedtert Hospital in Room 5228.

No registration required.

Take the first step toward reversing the life-threatening effects of obesity. Learn how this innovative surgery can give you a new outlook on life. The Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin Bariatric Surgery Program has received the American Society for Bariatric Surgery’s “Center of Excellence” designation.

Register online or call 414-805-3666.

Atrial fibrillation is the most common rhythm disturbance of the heart and source of one-third or more of strokes among older adults. Learn who is a risk for this arrhythmia and the best way to cure it.

To register call 414-805-3666.

$3 fee (exact amount appreciated) includes breakfast. Pay at the door.

To register, call Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

The Pulmonary Support Group is for those individuals with emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, or related lung problems. Find encouragement, information and empathy while getting in touch with people who have similar problems. Learn what has helped others while sharing feelings about lung related problems.

Meets the second Wednesday of each month, September through May, in the Treiber Conference Center.

No registration required.

A kidney transplant is an operation in which a person whose own kidneys have failed receives a new kidney to take over the work of cleaning the blood.

Meets the second Wednesday of every month at Froedtert Hospital's Clinical Cancer Center, Conference Room K. April 14 meeting meets in Conference Room N.

No registration required.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain. The disease is characterized by a shortage of the brain chemical dopamine, which controls people's movement. The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremor; rigidity or stiffness of the muscles; slowness of movement (bradykinesia); and impaired balance. These symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and can cause difficulty in walking, talking or performing everyday tasks.

Meets the second Wednesday of each month at the Jewish Community Center,
6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay.

No registration required.

For men recovering from prostate cancer. Meets the second Wednesday of every month in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic neuromuscular, autoimmune disorder that causes varying degrees of weakness involving the voluntary muscles of the body. Myasthenia gravis means "grave muscle weakness."

Meets the second Wednesday of every month at Froedtert Hospital in North Tower Room 2209.

No registration required.

Discuss your concerns in a confidential group setting and connect with other athletes who share similar experiences. The group is appropriate for the elite athlete to the ‘weekend warrior.’ It will be a semi-structured format, with a variety of topics to be discussed, including goal-setting, coping strategies, relaxation techniques, imagery, confidence, motivation, and positive self-talk.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday night from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Froedtert & The Medical College Sports Medicine Center, 8700 W Watertown Plank Rd.

Meets every Wednesday in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.

Alpha-1 Antitypsin Deficiency can cause hereditary emphysema in young adults and liver disease in children. Meetings are open to family, friends and the medical community.

Meets the second Thursday of each month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

There is no meeting in August or December.

No registration required.

Type 2 diabetes, or non insulin-dependent diabetes, is the most common form of diabetes. People can develop type 2 diabetes at any age - even during childhood. This form of diabetes usually begins with insulin resistance, a condition in which fat, muscle, and liver cells do not use insulin properly.

Meets the second Thursday of every other month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

We all think we know what we should be doing with regard to diet and exercise. Learn more about what works - and what doesn't.

Register online or call 414-805-3666.

DBS is a surgery for patients with a movement disorder that is not responding adequately to medication. These disorders include individuals experiencing symptoms associated with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, dystonia and more.

Meets the second Saturday of the month at Small Stones in Brookfield.

There is no meeting in July or August.

No registration required.

ALS, also called Lou Gehrig's Disease, or Motor Neuron Disease, is a chronic, progressive disease marked by gradual degeneration of the nerve cells in the central nervous system that control voluntary muscle movement. The disorder causes muscle weakness and atrophy; symptoms commonly appear in middle to late adulthood, with death in two to five years. The cause is unknown, and there is no known cure.

Meets the second Saturday of each month at Froedtert Hospital, Conference Room A/B. There is no meeting in May, August, or December.

No registration required.

Group designed for any adult who has a desire to stop drinking alcohol. The facilitator is an AA Volunteer.

Meets in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

This condensed, one-session class includes labor and delivery preparation and newborn care. A tour of the Birth Center may be arranged, but is not included during the class due to time constraints. Course fee is $60 per couple.

To register, call 414-805-3666.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain. The disease is characterized by a shortage of the brain chemical dopamine, which controls people's movement. The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremor; rigidity or stiffness of the muscles; slowness of movement (bradykinesia); and impaired balance. These symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and can cause difficulty in walking, talking or performing everyday tasks.

Meets the second Saturday of every month at Small Stones in Brookfield.

No registration required.

This group meets every Sunday in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Meets Sunday mornings in Meeting Rooms ABC.

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/fibromyalgia often overlap with symptoms such as diffuse or specific muscle, joint, or bone pain, fatigue, "brain fog" and a wide range of other symptoms.

Meets the third Monday of the month at Small Stones in Brookfield. Family and friends are welcome to attend.

No registration required.

This class may be taken in your third trimester of pregnancy. Your support person is encouraged to attend with you. After attending this class, participants will be able to:

• Recognize physiological changes in the breast during pregnancy and after delivery and how the lactation process begins


• State the three phases of breastmilk production and the importance of colostrum


• Recognize infant feeding cues, feeding frequency and factors that may influence sleep/wake cycles


• List at least three positions in which to hold a baby for breastfeeding


• Describe a proper versus improper latch and how each affects milk transfer and painful nipples


• Identify signs of adequate milk transfer, ways in which to improve transfer, and signs that the baby is receiving enough breastmilk


• Verbalize basic pumping and storage guidelines for breastmilk


• List three resources for help with breastfeeding concerns

$22 per couple if delivering at CMH; $44 if delivering elsewhere.

Register with Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

Participants should finish the series four weeks before their due dates. This series includes labor and delivery preparation, newborn care and a tour of the Birth Center. Classes meet once a week for four consecutive Mondays. Course fee is $60 per couple.

To register, call 414-805-3666.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

The test, a Lipid Panel + Glucose, is a finger stick. The cholesterol screening requires a 12-hour fast. The results will be available within 10 minutes of the screening.

Screenings are available by appointment only. To schedule a screening, call 414-805-3666.

Small Stones members receive one free cholesterol screening per membership year; $25 for additional screening or non-members.

The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremor; rigidity or stiffness of the muscles; slowness of movement (bradykinesia); and impaired balance. These symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and can cause difficulty in walking, talking or performing everyday tasks

Meets the third Tuesday of each month at Small Stones in Brookfield.

No registration required.

Meets every Tuesday at Froedtert Hospital in Room 5228.

No registration required.

We will explore electronic health records provided by your doctor and personal health records that you maintain. Topics will include features, security and privacy, integration, and electronic standards for health data.

A tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue in the brain. Tumors are either benign or malignant or growth of tumor in the brain.

Meets 3rd Tuesday of every month at Froedtert Hospital in the East Clinics Administrative Boardroom.

No registration required.

This class should be completed four weeks before your due date. Some topics covered are:

• Review the process of and expectations for labor and delivery


• Coach's roles and responsibilities


• Review of breathing/relaxation techniques


• Helping your family adapt to the new baby


• Sibling involvement


• Addressing concerns about parenting another child


• Birthing Center tour

Cost of the class is $24 per couple if delivering at CMH, $48 if delivering elsewhere.

Register with Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

Participants should finish the series four weeks before their due dates. This series includes labor and delivery preparation, newborn care and a tour of the Birth Center. Classes meet once a week for four weeks. Course fee is $60 per couple.

To register, call 414-805-3666.

Meets the third Wednesday of even months in the Treiber Conference Center. Sponsored by Inpatient Rehabilitation.

This support group is for women who are newly diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer or are survivors. Please join us for an opportunity to share information, ask questions or receive encouragement. Spouses, families, significant others and caregivers are also welcome to attend. Each support group session will offer a speaker and a new topic. We meet the third Wednesday of each month. Please see our list of scheduled speakers and topics.

No registration required.

Meets on the third Wednesday of every month at Froedtert Hospital in Conference Room H. Does not meet in July, August, or September.

No registration required.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain. The disease is characterized by a shortage of the brain chemical dopamine, which controls people's movement. The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremor; rigidity or stiffness of the muscles; slowness of movement (bradykinesia); and impaired balance. These symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and can cause difficulty in walking, talking or performing everyday tasks.

Meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Discuss your concerns in a confidential group setting and connect with other athletes who share similar experiences. The group is appropriate for the elite athlete to the ‘weekend warrior.’ It will be a semi-structured format, with a variety of topics to be discussed, including goal-setting, coping strategies, relaxation techniques, imagery, confidence, motivation, and positive self-talk.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday night from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Froedtert & The Medical College Sports Medicine Center, 8700 W Watertown Plank Rd.

Meets every Wednesday in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.

This is a support group for people with Muscular Dystrophy.

The name given to a group of diseases that are, for the most part, genetically determined and cause gradual wasting of muscle with accompanying weakness and deformity.

Meets monthly on 3rd Thursday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. No meeting in June, July, August, and December.

Location: Froedtert Hospital, Conference Room NT2209, North Tower, Second Floor

No registration required.

Syndrome X, also known as Metabolic Syndrome, is a growing condition that includes obesity, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and insuline resistance or diabetes. These conditions have been strongly associated with the development of heart disease.

For family and friends caring for those with chronic disease or disability. Co-sponsored by Health Ministry.

Meets the third Thursday of each month in Treiber Conference Center Room 1 at Community Memorial Hospital.

Glaucoma is the second leading cause of visual loss worldwide. Risk factors include family history and elevated eye pressure.

Register online or call Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

The Family & Friends® CPR program includes information on how to perform the basic skills of CPR in adults, children and infants and how to help an adult, child or infant who is choking. This program is a non-credentialed CPR program for those who do not need a course completion card but want to learn basic CPR.

Course fee is $20 per person. To register, call (414) 805-3666.

Disclaimer
The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in BLS, ACLS, and PALS and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by American Heart Association. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the Association.

Huntington's Disease is a hereditary disease of the brain characterized usually by the onset in adult life of unusual body movements and mental deterioration. The disease is chronically progressive.

Meets the third Saturday of every month at Froedtert Hospital, Conference Room NT22009, North Tower, Second Floor.

No registration required.

Group designed for any adult who has a desire to stop drinking alcohol. The facilitator is an AA Volunteer.

Meets in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

West Bend Clinic, St. Joseph's Hospital and Community Memorial Hospital will host the eighth annual Women’s Fair at Washington County Fair Park, Hwy 45 and Pleasant Valley Road, on Saturday, March 20 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

The Women’s Fair features shopping and dining opportunities, vendor booths, seminars and demonstrations on wellness and lifestyle topics. New this year, the “Wellness Oasis” will include chair massages, health and wellness information, “Ask the Doctor” sessions and interactive health displays.

Seminars (45 minutes each) will include topics such as:

“Keeping Active at Any Age” presented by Stacy Lynch, MD, West Bend Clinic

“Memory Loss – How Can I Avoid It?” presented by Lawrence Sullivan, MD, West Bend Clinic

“Sexual Health” presented by Margarita Kressin, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin

“Secrets to a Younger Face” presented by Dan Nalepinski, PA, West Bend Clinic – East

“Building Good Relationships for Mothers and Daughters” presented by Sandy Bach, RN and Cherri Schleicher, FNP-C, APNP, Community Memorial Hospital

and many more!

Hourly on-going demonstrations will include: Zumba, presented by the Kettle Moraine YMCA; self defense for women, presented by JK Lee Tae Kwon Do; various organic and raw cooking demonstrations presented by Natures Garden Health Center; and gardening demonstrations by Lammscapes.

The event is free and open to women of all ages.

West Bend Clinic, St. Joseph's Hospital and Community Memorial Hospital will host the eighth annual Women’s Fair at Washington County Fair Park, Hwy 45 and Pleasant Valley Road, on Saturday, March 20 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

The Women’s Fair features shopping and dining opportunities, vendor booths, seminars and demonstrations on wellness and lifestyle topics. New this year, the “Wellness Oasis” will include chair massages, health and wellness information, “Ask the Doctor” sessions and interactive health displays.

Seminars (45 minutes each) will include topics such as:

“Keeping Active at Any Age” presented by Stacy Lynch, MD, West Bend Clinic

“Memory Loss – How Can I Avoid It?” presented by Lawrence Sullivan, MD, West Bend Clinic

“Sexual Health” presented by Margarita Kressin, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin

“Secrets to a Younger Face” presented by Dan Nalepinski, PA, West Bend Clinic – East

“Building Good Relationships for Mothers and Daughters” presented by Sandy Bach, RN and Cherri Schleicher, FNP-C, APNP, Community Memorial Hospital

and many more!

Hourly on-going demonstrations will include: Zumba, presented by the Kettle Moraine YMCA; self defense for women, presented by JK Lee Tae Kwon Do; various organic and raw cooking demonstrations presented by Natures Garden Health Center; and gardening demonstrations by Lammscapes.

The event is free and open to women of all ages.

St. Joseph's Hospital, West Bend Clinic, and Community Memorial Hospital will host the eighth annual Women’s Fair at Washington County Fair Park, Hwy 45 and Pleasant Valley Road, on Saturday, March 20 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.

The Women’s Fair features shopping and dining opportunities, vendor booths, seminars and demonstrations on wellness and lifestyle topics. New this year, the “Wellness Oasis” will include chair massages, health and wellness information, “Ask the Doctor” sessions and interactive health displays.

Seminars (45 minutes each) will include topics such as:

“Keeping Active at Any Age” presented by Stacy Lynch, MD, West Bend Clinic

“Memory Loss – How Can I Avoid It?” presented by Lawrence Sullivan, MD, West Bend Clinic

“Sexual Health” presented by Margarita Kressin, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin

“Secrets to a Younger Face” presented by Dan Nalepinski, PA, West Bend Clinic – East

“Building Good Relationships for Mothers and Daughters” presented by Sandy Bach, RN and Cherri Schleicher, FNP-C, APNP, Community Memorial Hospital

and many more!

Hourly on-going demonstrations will include: Zumba, presented by the Kettle Moraine YMCA; self defense for women, presented by JK Lee Tae Kwon Do; various organic and raw cooking demonstrations presented by Natures Garden Health Center; and gardening demonstrations by Lammscapes.

The event is free and open to women of all ages.

Learn about breastfeeding and its benefits to mother and baby, as well as how to prepare for breastfeeding. This class should be taken about four weeks before your delivery, and your spouse or support person should attend with you. Course fee is $10 per couple.

To register, call (414) 805-3666.

Children need to prepare for the birth of a new brother or sister. They may wonder where he/she fits in when the new baby comes. During this class, your child(ren) will have the opportunity to:

• Share what they have done to prepare for the new baby


• Explain what a new baby looks like


• Verbalize three things new babies can and cannot do


• Safely touch, hold, and play with a new baby


• Verbalize three ways they can help care for the new baby


• Join in activities that will help celebrate being a big brother or big sister


• Tour the Birthing Center to see where mom is going to stay when she has the new baby

One or both parents need to stay with the child during the class. Dolls are provided at class.

Cost of the class is $12 per child if delivering at CMH, $24 if delivering elsewhere.

To register, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

This group meets every Sunday in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Meets Sunday mornings in Meeting Rooms ABC.

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

A disorder of the peripheral nerves, usually involving the feet, hands and sometimes the legs, arms and face. Symptoms may include numbness, tingling or burning sensations, pain, abnormal reflexes, weakness and partial paralysis.

Meets the fourth Monday of every month. Does not meet in June, July, August, or December.

No registration required.

A psychiatric or psychological condition regardless of cause such as schizophrenia, depression, manic depressive or bipolar illness, anxiety, personality disorders and/or adjustment disorders or other conditions. These conditions are usually treated by a mental health provider or other qualified provider using psychotherapy, psychotropic drugs, or other similar methods of treatment.

Meets the second and fourth Monday of the month at Froedtert Hospital Finance Conference Room.

No registration required.

The Breast Cancer Support Group meets to provide encouragement, support and friendship to persons experiencing the impact of breast cancer. The facilitator has had a mastectomy and encourages all family members and friends to participate.

Topics include: breast cancer treatments, breast reconstruction, medications, books, and tapes. Personal involvement in discussion is encouraged.

Meets the fourth Monday of each month in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

Register online or call Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

The group will support the importance of the emotional health of the caregiver. It will also incorporate a basket weaving theme, intended as a tool to promote open communication of feelings as well as provide relaxation and stress relief. Participants can anticipate sharing of thoughts and feelings, while creating an easy-to-make keepsake. (Please note, no experience in basket weaving is necessary to attend. It is not mandatory that the members participate in the basket weaving; the group is also intended as an open forum). This support group is made possible by gifts from donors to the Froedtert Hospital Foundation.

Meets the fourth Tuesday of every month.

No registration required.

If you are a family member caring for a loved one diagnosed with any type of cancer, please join us for this support group.

The group will incorporate a basket-weaving theme, intended as a tool to promote open communication of feelings, as well as provide relaxation and stress relief. No experience in basket-weaving is necessary to attend. It is not mandatory that the members participate in weaving — the group is also intended as an open forum.

Meets the fourth Tuesday of every month.

Questions? Please call 414-805-3666 or 800-272-3666.

Meets every Tuesday at Froedtert Hospital in Room 5228.

No registration required.

Also referred to as "tapping," the process teaches the brain to release stored stress and strain, leaving you with feelings of calm and confidence.

This group, sponsored by the CMH Regional Sleep Disorders Center, focuses on education, open discussion, problem-solving, and mutual support.

Meets on the fourth Tuesday of odd months in the Treiber Conference Center. For more information, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

No registration required.

A panel of national experts as part of the teleconference and several local experts to facilitate a 30 minute discussion following the presentation.

The 2010 teleconference will address care options related to cancer diagnoses as well as loss and grief reactions for patients, families and professional caregivers. The teleconference will also examine psychosocial aspects of cancer, pain management, and ethical issues related to the disease.

Pre-registration required for lunch. Registration closes March 16. Confirmation will not be mailed unless requested.

A teleconference companion book available for optional purchase ($14). Supplies will be limited.

Certificates of Attendance will be awarded.

Learn simple techniques to drain away these emotions and replace them with calm and clarity.

This group meets to educate and support patients and families with a diagnosis of bladder cancer. It is open to anyone who has been touched by cancer.

No registration required. Meets the fourth Wednesday of every month.

For more information, contact Heidi Stark at (414) 805-0196.

A registered nurse, physical therapist, and occupational therapist will discuss post-op care in the hospital and after returning home.

Register online or call Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

A disorder of the nervous system in which abnormal electrical activity in the brain causes seizures (sudden uncontrolled waves of electrical activity in the brain, causing involuntary movement or loss of consciousness).

Meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at Froedtert Hospital, in North Tower Room 2209. No meeting in November and December.

No registration required.

Discuss your concerns in a confidential group setting and connect with other athletes who share similar experiences. The group is appropriate for the elite athlete to the ‘weekend warrior.’ It will be a semi-structured format, with a variety of topics to be discussed, including goal-setting, coping strategies, relaxation techniques, imagery, confidence, motivation, and positive self-talk.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday night from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Froedtert & The Medical College Sports Medicine Center, 8700 W Watertown Plank Rd.

Meets every Wednesday in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.

Learn what to look for when buying shoes, caring for your feet and dealing with common foot aliments.

You have only one pair of feet, and they need to last a lifetime.

Learn the signs and symptoms of each type, how genetics may play a role, and tips for reducing cancer risk through proper nutrition and exercise.

This two-hour educational event features a panel of experts who will discuss breast, prostate, lung and colorectal cancers. Learn about the signs and symptoms of each type of cancer, how genetics play a role and tips for reducing risk through proper nutrition and exercise. Nutritious food and beverages will be available. Our medical experts will be available at the end of the evening for additional questions.

Introduction and overview presented by Kiran Devisetty, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin Radiation Oncologist.

Screenings presented by Brett Barkimer, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin Internist and Pediatrician.

Nutrition presented by Rhonda Knecht, RD, CD.

Exercise presented by Marilyn Ranney, EP.

Genetics presented by Laura Pape, Genetics Counselor.

To register for this event, call 262-251-1001 or 800-246-8332.

An American Heart Association course for lay rescuers who need documented completion of a CPR, AED, and First Aid course.

The course is designed to teach the skills of CPR, AED, and basic first aid for the adult victim. It includes information on barrier devices and how to help a choking victim.

To register call Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

Stop in to see us before you have your baby. Meet key staff members, learn about our wide range of pregnancy, parenting and well baby classes. We’ll show you all you need to make an informed decision about the birth of your baby. Tours last one hour.

Open to the public, not only those delivering at Froedtert.

Pre-registration is required. For tour dates and times, call 414-805-3666.

Olive oil, used in cooking for hundreds of years, is as popular as ever. Join us to learn about the health advantages and everyday uses of olive oil and how to pick the right oil. Taste different flavors and sample items made with olive oil.

Group designed for any adult who has a desire to stop drinking alcohol. The facilitator is an AA Volunteer.

Meets in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

This group meets every Sunday in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Meets Sunday mornings in Meeting Rooms ABC.

Clinicians will also be available to answer your questions.

Educational booths available covering a variety of information pertaining to colorectal cancer. Tours of the Cancer Center will be available, and refreshments will be served

Free parking in the Cancer Center parking structure.

RSVP by March 24, 2010

Register online or call 414-805-3666.

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

The word bariatric means "weight treatment." The Froedtert & Medical College team uses the Roux Y Gastric Bypass surgery and Lap band - a procedure proven to offer the best combination of weight loss with the fewest nutritional risks. The surgeons specialize in minimally invasive techniques, and also offer traditional open surgery, depending on the needs of the individual.

Meets the last Monday of every month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd. There is no meeting in December.

No registration required.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

The test, a Lipid Panel + Glucose, is a finger stick. The cholesterol screening requires a 12-hour fast. The results will be available within 10 minutes of the screening.

Screenings are available by appointment only. To schedule a screening, call 414-805-3666.

Small Stones members receive one free cholesterol screening per membership year; $25 for additional screening or non-members.

Fatty liver disease is the most common liver problem among adults in the U.S. This problem can lead to severe liver damage. The presence of fatty liver often indicates a risk for other health problems. This class reviews the causes, diagnosis and therapy of fatty liver disease.

Register online or call 414-805-3666.

This class will also cover family education and treatment of most common post stroke symptoms.

Register online or call 414-805-3666.

The female athlete triad is a combination of three conditions: eating disorders, menstrual dysfunction and osteoporosis. Professional dancers also have a higher risk for cardiovascular disease - a fourth condition (female athlete tetrad).

Register online or call 414-805-3666.

Discuss your concerns in a confidential group setting and connect with other athletes who share similar experiences. The group is appropriate for the elite athlete to the ‘weekend warrior.’ It will be a semi-structured format, with a variety of topics to be discussed, including goal-setting, coping strategies, relaxation techniques, imagery, confidence, motivation, and positive self-talk.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday night from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Froedtert & The Medical College Sports Medicine Center, 8700 W Watertown Plank Rd.

Meets every Wednesday in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.