Upcoming Events and Classes
Cancer Support and Wellness ProgramsCommunity Support and EducationHunterdon Health & Wellness Center ProgramsCPR, AED & First Aid Course and Instructor DevelopmentMental Health ProgramsParenting and Childbirth Education ProgramsPrograms for People with DiabetesSupport GroupsYoga for Every Age
Special Events
Memory Fitness
Monday, September 13th
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center
537 Route 22 East, Whitehouse Station
To register: 908-534-7600
Thursday, September 16th
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center
1738 Route 31 North, Clinton
To register: 908-735-6884
Farmer's Market Tour With Registered Dietitian
Sunday, August 15th and Sunday, September 19th
10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Hunterdon Land Trust Farmer's Market
111 Mine Street, Flemington at Dvoor Farm (Route 12 Circle)
To register call the Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management at 908-237-6920.
PAD Screening
September 18th
8:00 a.m. 1 mile Fitness Walk with Olympian, Joetta Clark Diggs
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hunterdon Medical Center
Men's Health Fair
Saturday, October 9th
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hunterdon Medical Center
Diabetes Health Fair - Dilated Eye and Foot Screening
Saturday, October 16th
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management
9100 Wescott Drive
Flemington, NJ 08822
In Recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center Presents:
Hoda Kotb: How I Survived War Zones, Bad Hair, Cancer and Kathie Lee
Thursday, October 14th
Registration: 6:00 p.m
Program: 7:00 p.m.
Hunterdon Central Regional High School
84 Route 31, Flemington, NJ
Admission is $35 per person and includes a copy of Hoda's new book: HODA: How I Survived War Zones, Bad Hair, Cancer and Kathie Lee
To register visit www.friendshealthconnection.org or call 1-800-483-7436.
Out and About
Hunterdon County 4-H Fair
Thursday, August 26th
10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Stop by the Hunterdon Healthcare booth and enter to win a 3 month membership to the Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center
Shop-Rite Family Fun Run
Sunday, September 19th
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Deer Path Park, Flemington
Hopewell Harvest Festival
Saturday, October 2nd
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hopewell Elementary School Field
Chamber of Commerce Business Expo
Thursday, October 14th
9:30 - 6:00 p.m.
HealthQuest
310 Route 31 North
Flemington, NJ 08822
These programs are free and open to the community.
Programs are held in the Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center Conference Room located at the end of corridor A, unless otherwise noted.
Family Risk Assessment Program (FRAP)
Please call for an appointment, (908) 237-2330.
FRAP is designed to help indiciduals with a family history of cancer to understand hereditary factors that can influence their risk of cancer. This multi-disciplinary cancer risk assessment and genetic counseling program is open to individuals with a family or personal history of cancer. Registration required. Please call (908) 237-2330.
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Community Support and Education
Donate Blood
Fewer than five percent of healthy Americans actually roll up their sleeves and donate blood each year. To be eligible to donate blood, a person must be at least 17 years of age, be in good health and weigh at least 110 pounds. For more information about how you can donate blood, please call Hunterdon Medical Center's Blood Donor Service at (908) 788-6405.
Basic Babysitting Skills for Youths
(Ages 11 - 14)
Saturdays, July 17, 31, August 7, 21, September 11, 25, October 9, 23, November 13, 27, 9:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Is your child ready to embrace babysitting responsibilities? This very popular program introduces preteens and teens to the world of infants, toddlers and children. Includes infant and child growth and development stages and childcare basics, i.e. diapering, feeding, dressing, fire safety and first aid. Material is presented via fun, hands-on practice with lifelike manikins, role-playing scenarios and interactive problem solving exercises. Students also lean to keep themselves safe by focusing on the "business of babysitting." Forty-page work notebook with labeled dividers, multiple sets of business forms and introductory letters. Afternoon snack is provided and participation certificate issued. Fee $45. Call (908) 788-6614 for information.
Is your preteen home alone for short periods? Consider having your youngster participate in our Basic Babysitting Skills for Youth Program. Many parents feel this helps their child head in the right direction to accept responsibility, handle minor events, stengthen self-esteem and gain a sense of safeness when home alone.
Arthritis and Osteoporosis Support and Education Group
2nd Monday of each month
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Held in Meeting Room A/B at Hunterdon Medical Center. This free support and education group is open to individuals with arthritis, their families and caregivers. Some meetings will include an educational portion led by a health professional, followed by a group discussion about relevant topics, which concern the quality of life for people affected by arthritis. For more information about this group, please call the Hunterdon Center for Healthy Aging at (908) 788-6373.
Dial a Hearing Screening Test
A free telephone hearing screening test. Tones are introduced to each ear. If you don’t hear all of the tones, you have failed the test and are advised to seek a more diagnostic hearing exam. Call 908-788-2951.
Hospice Volunteer Training
Training classes meet from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Saturday October 24th, and then 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. on evenings October 25th-October 29th. The classes will be held at the Hospice Office located at 215 Route 31 South in Flemington. Contact Joy Stump, Hunterdon Hospice Volunteer Coordinator at (908) 788-2573 to arrange an interview.
Youth Art Therapy Bereavement Program
School-age children (Kindergarten through 12th grade) who have experienced the loss of a loved one are welcome. Parents are invited to attend a companion parents’ group. Held at the Senior Center, 4 Gauntt Place, Building 1, Flemington. Fee - $30 for 12-week series. For information on the next session, contact Rosalie Carr at Hunterdon Hospice at (908) 788-6600.
Support Groups
Some support groups have fees associated that may or may not be covered by insurance plans. Please call for more information.
- Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings
- Alzheimer´s Support Group
- Arthritis & Osteoporosis Support Group
- Bereavement Support Group
- Bone Marrow Donor Recruitment Drive
- Brain Injury Support Group
- Breast Cancer Support Group
- Breastfeeding Support Group
- Caregiver Support Groups
- Celiac Disease Support Group
- Children of Divorce
- Depression Support Group
- Diabetes Support Group
- Family Cancer Risk Assessment Program
- Family Support Group
- Look Good... Feel Better Educational Group
- Marfan Syndrome Support Group
- Mental Illness Family Support Groups
- Narcotics Anonymous Meetings
- Perinatal Bereavement Support Group
- "Smart" Recovery Discussion Group
- Social Skills Group
- The Daddy Network
- The Rocking Horse Club (Postpartum adjustment/depression support)
Click here for support group contact information.
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Hunterdon Health & Wellness Center Programs
The Hunterdon Health and Wellness Centers in Clinton and Whitehouse Station are full service fitness facilities dedicated to providing health enhancement and disease prevention programs for the community. For more information membership or to register for any classes below, call Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center at Clinton (908-735-6884) or Whitehouse Station (908-534-7600.)
Nutrition and Exercise in Your Golden Years
Monday, August 9th
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center
537 Route 22 East, Whitehouse Station
To register: 908-534-7600
Thursday, August 12th
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center
1738 Route 31 North, Clinton
To register: 908-735-6884
http://www.hunterdonhealthcare.org/News/Golden-Years-HHWC-2010.asp
Bellydancing (6 week session)
Clinton: Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 p.m.
Members: $60, non-members: $75
Master Swim Program
Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Clinton location only. A structured workout for fitness, technique development and triathlon training.
Cost: Members - $22/month; non-members - $45/month
Drop in rates: Members - $10/class; Non-members $15/class
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (6 week session)
Whitehouse: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Cost: Members - $25; non-members - $35 ($40 at Clinton).
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
(12 sessions at Whitehouse, 6 sessions at Clinton)
Clinton: Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:00-11:45 a.m. and 11:45-12:30 p.m.
Whitehouse: Mondays 11:15, Wednesdays 10:00, Fridays 9:45
Cost at Whitehouse: Members - $25; non-members - $40.
Cost at Clinton: Members - $16; non-members - $28
Yoga (6 week session)
Call for schedules.
Cost: Members - $60; non-members - $75. Drop-in pricing available.
Isshinryu Karate for Adults and Teens
Mondays 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Cost: Members - $35; non-members - $40.Drop-ins welcome. Build strength, coordination, endurance, and self-confidence. Registration required.
Tai Chi (6 week session)
Clinton: Tuesdays 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Whitehouse: Call for dates.
Cost: Members - $60; non-members - $75.
Shaolin Kung Fu (6-week session)
Clinton: Tuesdays 7:35-8:35 p.m.
Cost: Members - $60; non-members - $75.
Meditation (6 week session)
Whitehouse: Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Cost: Members - $60; non-members - $75
Take Control
WH: Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Members- $169 Non-members- $299 (includes a 3 month membership, no enrollment fee). Registration required.
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CPR and First Aid
Course information packets may be requested by calling (908) 788-6614. Students must receive course materials, including student manuals, prior to class. All programs are held at Hunterdon Medical Center unless otherwise specified.
*The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in BLS, ACLS, PALS and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the American Heart Association. Any fees for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course material, do not represent income to the Association.
CPR for Family and Friends Programs
These programs are designed for those wanting to learn skills for personal interest. Choose one session.
Family and Friends First Aid for Children with Infant CPR
Fridays
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
$30
Call (908) 788-6614 for registration packet.
Family and Friends Adult/Child CPR
Call for upcoming dates.
7:00-9:00 p.m.
$30
Call (908) 788-6614 for registration packet.
Lay Rescuer Heartsaver Courses
These courses are designed for lay rescuers who need to earn certification in CPR, use of an AED and First Aid to meet job or volunteer position requirements. Choose one session.
Heartsaver AED Course and CPR
Monday, August 9, September 13, October 11, November 8, December 13
6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
$60
Call (908) 788-6614 for registration packet.
Heartsaver First Aid
Monday, August 2, October 4, November 1, December 6
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
$50
Call (908) 788-6614 for registration packet.
Heartsaver Adult/Child CPR Course
Wednesday, August 11, September 15, October 13, November 10, December 8
6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
6:00 – 9:30 p.m. with infant skills
$50
Add infant skills for $10 more!
Call (908) 788-6614 for registration packet.
Healthcare Provider Training
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Beginners Course
Monday, July 19, 21, August 16, 18, September 20, 22, October 18, 20, November 15, 17
$85
Choose a Monday and Wednesday session. Monday/Wednesday sessions are held from 6:00-8:30 p.m. Call (908) 788-6614 for registration packet.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Refresher Course
Friday, August 6, September 3, October 1, November 5, December 3
6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
$75 (plus $10 for book)
Choose one session. Call (908) 788-6614 for registration packet.
Instructor Development
CPR Instructor Development Program Instructor Course
Applications are now being accepted for the next AHA BLS Instructor Course.Call (908) 788-6614 for information
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Mental Health Programs
Guest Speaker: Donna Gapus- Division Head- Hunterdon County Dept. of Social Services. For more information please call 908-788-6401 ext. 3006
Anger Management Group for Adolescents
Mondays
3:00-4:30 p.m.
Ages 12-18. Will focus on the definition of anger, the difference between anger and agression, identifying triggers to anger, consequences of anger, how to express anger constructively and be heard. Covered by most insurance plans. Please call Hunterdon Behavioral Health at (908) 788-6401 and ask for intake.
Hunterdon Behavioral Health Anger Management Group
A 7-week group for adults over 18. This cognitive, behavioral group therapy aims to change inflammatory thinking distortions into realistic, coping self-talk. Most insurance plans accepted.
To register call Hunterdon Behavioral Health at (908) 788-6401 ext. 3356 or 3049.
Support L.I.T.E.
(Learn, Eat, Interact, Talk)
Meets first Wednesday of every month.
1:00 pm
Perkins in Flemington
Registration required. Please call 908-788-6401 X3006 to register.
Caregiver Support Groups
Three times and locations!
First Thursday of month, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
5th floor Hunterdon Behavioral Health
Or
Third Thursday of month 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Hunterdon County North Branch Library - Clinton
Or
Third Wednesday of month 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Conference Room - 4th floor
Please call 908-788-6401, ext. 3149 for additional information.
Dementia Caregivers Group
Second Tuesday
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Hunterdon County Division of Senior Services (Office on Aging)
Route 31, Flemington
Please call (908) 788-6401 X3149, for additional information.
Parkinson's Group
Fourth Friday
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Hunterdon County Division of Senior Services (Office on Aging)
Route 31, Flemington
Please call 908-788-6401 X3149, for additional information.
Alzheimer's Group
Second Wednesday
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Conference Room - 4th floor
Please call 908-788-6401 X3149, for additional information.
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Parenting and Childbirth Education Programs
All Class Pricing Subject To Change
Call (908) 788-MOMS (6667)
Tours of the Maternity and Newborn Care Center
Free tours of the Maternity and Newborn Care Center are held regularly. Tours fill quickly, so please call (908) 788-MOMS (6667) to reserve your space. Tours last about one hour and children are welcome. Please note, if you are scheduled into one of our Lamaze or HynoBirth classes, a tour is included in your class series.
Weight Management for Pregnant Mommas
Program includes 2 classes - August 19th & 26th
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management
9100 Wescott Drive, Flemington, NJ
A Registered Dietitian will discuss information on:
- Starting a pregnancy with extra pounds? What you should do.
- Eating for two? How many calories you really need.
- Portions distorted? How to plan your plate.
- Confused in the grocery store? How to decipher labels.
- How to plan quick, healthy and pregnancy friendly meals.
-After the baby, then what? Post pregnancy weight loss tips.
The fee for this class series is $50. With completion of both classes, participants can choose to receive a $35 voucher towards Childbirth Education classes at Hunterdon Medical Center or a $20 Shop-Rite gift card sponsored by the Central NJ Maternal Child Health Consortium. To register call 908-237-6920.
HypnoBirth Classes
One evening per week for 5 weeks
6:30-9:00 p.m.
The HypnoBirth philosophy is that while muscles and nerves may send pain impulses, the pain can be blocked with the use of hypnosis, a naturally induced state of relaxed concentration. HypnoBirthing is a great choice for a birth as natural and intervention free as possible. Cost: $205 per couple or single. To learn more, call 908-788-MOMS.
Hypnosis Services
HMC now offers Hypnosis for families to help make the most of their pregnancy and childbirth experience. Hypnosis can help with issues such as nausea, vomiting, high blood pressure, preterm labor, stress, smoking, fears, and weight loss. Jean Jamele, RN, and Christine Race, RN, each have over 30 years of nursing experience. Both are certified Hynocounselors through the National Guild of Hypnotists. Fee varies. To learn more, call 908-788-MOMS.
Breastfeeding Class
August 2
September 1
September 30
October 18
November 10
December 6
December 27
All classes are 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Experts agree that breast is best! This class offers excellent information on how breastfeeding works, how to get started, how to tell when baby has had enough to eat, and common problems you may encounter while breastfeeding. You also have the opportunity to get any of your breastfeeding questions answered. Fathers are also encouraged to attend.
Cost: $46 per couple or single
Preregistration required, for more information or to register, call (908) 788-MOMS.
Hi New Baby
Single 3 hour class
Monday, August 16
Friday, September 10
Saturday, September 25
Friday, October 15
Saturday, November 6
Monday, November 22
Friday, December 17
Monday & Friday classes from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Saturday classes from 9:00 a.m - 12:00 noon
When you're expecting, you have lots of questions. Come join other expecting moms in our infant care class and get all of your questions answered!
Cost: $46 per couple or single; Grandparents free of charge with registered couple, but $20 fee for grandparents attending without registered couple.
Preregistration required, for more information or to register, call (908) 788-MOMS.
BabySteps
(infants birth – 6 months)
Thursdays,
July *15, 22, 29
August *5, 12, 19, 26
September *2, 9, 16, 23, 30
October*7, 14, 21, 28
November *4, 11, 18
December *2, 9, 16
All classes meet from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. in Meeting Room A.
Baby Steps 1 is a parent support group that meets regularly to discuss baby and parent related issues. It's a great place to meet other parents, too! Babies are welcome to come with parents.
Cost: $6.00 weekly fee, payable at class
No Registration required. For more information, call (908) 788-MOMS.
* indicates the days of our free Breastfeeding Support Group, which meets at the same location from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Bring your baby, your lunch, and all your breastfeeing questions for the Lactation Consultant! Then stay for Babysteps!
BabySteps II
(infants 6 – 12 months)
Thursdays,
August 5*, 19
September 2*, 16
October 7*, 21
November 4*, 18
December 2*, 16
All classes meet the first and third Thursdays from 10:30 - 12:00 noon in Meeting Room A.
Baby Steps 2 is a parent support group that meets regularly to discuss baby and parent related issues. It's a great place to meet other parents, too! Babies are welcome to come with parents.
Cost: $6.00 weekly fee, payable at class
No Registration required. For more information, call (908) 788-MOMS.
* indicates the days of our free Breastfeeding Support Group, which meets at the same location from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Bring your baby, your lunch, and all your breastfeeing questions for the Lactation Consultant! Then stay for Babysteps!
ToddlerSteps
(parents with children 1-3 years)
Classes meet second and fourth Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - noon in Meeting Room A
Toddlersteps is a parent support group that meets regularly to discuss issues of importance to parents of toddlers. It's a great place to meet other parents, too! Toddlers welcome to attend with parents.
Cost: $6.00 weekly fee, payable at class
No Registration required. For more information, call (908) 788-MOMS.
Baby Signs
Friday, September 17, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Monday, December 13, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Teach your hearing baby to sign. Babies who learn to sign are less frustrated, have parents who are less frustrated, and speak earlier than other babies. Babies must at least be 6 months of age.
Cost: $27
Preregistration required, for more information or to register, call 908-788-MOMS.
Breastfeeding Support Group
Meets the first Thursday of every Month
Cost: FREE!
Expecting Again? Lamaze Refresher Course
September 24, November 19
7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
This one-time class is specially designed for busy families! Review techniques so they are fresh in your mind for delivery. Cost: $60. Preregistration required.
Infant Massage Classes
July 27
September 14, 21, 28
December 3, 10, 17
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. or 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Infant massage is fun and easy! Come and join us, along with your baby (must be under 12 months of age) to learn the ancient art of infant massage
Cost: $90 for series of 3 classes
Preregistration required. For more information or to register, call (908) 788-MOMS.
Mom Time
September 20
October 4, 18
November 4, 18
December 6, 20
1:00-2:30 p.m.
It’s great to be a mom but at times you’re not so happy. Having a baby can be stressful. Meet other mothers who feel like you. Come join us at the Rocking Horse Club. No cost or registration required. Children are welcome. Don’t worry if you’re late, if your baby is crying, or if you need to nurse your baby at the meeting. Meetings are held in Meeting Room D. Come in through the main entrance, go left at the main elevators down Corridor A. Meeting Room D is at the end of the hallway on the left right before the Cancer Center entrance .
Sibling Classes: Becoming a New Family
August 28
October 16
December 4
10:00 a.m.-noon
A fun morning designed for “about-to-be big sisters and brothers” ages 2 ½ to 7 years and their parents. Children will learn about what babies are like while parents discuss sibling adjustments. Includes a tour of HMC’s Maternity & Newborn Care Center. Cost: $32 for the first child and $7 for each additional. Preregistration required. Call (908) 788-MOMS.
What is a Layette Anyway?
September 17
November 12
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Shopping for baby gear and overwhelmed by the array of equipment available? What do you really need? Come learn what is essential to get started, what can wait, and what never to buy! Cost: $21 per couple or single. Preregistration required. Call (908) 788-MOMS.
Working and Breastfeeding Pumps and Pumping
Classes are arranged by appointment.
Learn how to make a successful transition back to work while continuing to breastfeed. Cost: $37. Preregistration required. Call (908) 788-MOMS.
The Happiest Baby on the Block
Mondays, August 30, October 25, November 29, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Thursdays, July 29, September 30, 10:30 - 12:00 p.m.
Expectant and new parents of babies younger than 3 months will learn step by step how to help their babies sleep longer, and how to soothe the fussiest infant in minutes or less! Bring your baby! Cost: $50 per family. To register call (908) 788-MOMS.
Healthy Mamas
August 3, 10, 17, 24
September 14, 21, 28
October 5, 26
November 2, 9, 16
December 7, 14, 21, 28
6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Free program for moms and dads-to-be. Couples completing the series will receive a $35 credit towards a parenting and childbirth education class at Hunterdon Medical Center. Registration is required. To register call 908-788-MOMS.
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Diabetes and Nutritional Programs
Call the Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management at (908) 237-6920.
The Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management is located at the Wescott Medical Arts Center, 9100 Wescott Drive, Suite 102 (just past the Medical Center).
Weight Management for Pregnant Mommas
Program includes 2 classes - August 19th & 26th 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management
9100 Wescott Drive, Flemington, NJ
A Registered Dietitian will discuss information on:
- Starting a pregnancy with extra pounds? What you should do.
- Eating for two? How many calories you really need.
- Portions distorted? How to plan your plate.
- Confused in the grocery store? How to decipher labels.
- How to plan quick, healthy and pregnancy friendly meals.
-After the baby, then what? Post pregnancy weight loss tips.
The fee for this class series is $50. With completion of both classes, participants can choose to receive a $35 voucher towards Childbirth Education classes at Hunterdon Medical Center or a $20 Shop-Rite gift card sponsored by the Central NJ Maternal Child Health Consortium. To register call 908-237-6920.
Insulin Pump Group
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every odd month from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
The free group is open to anyone interested in or currently using insulin pump therapy as a treatment for insulin requiring diabetes. Family and friends are welcome to join. All ages are welcome.
Why Can't I lose Weight? - A Weight Management for Adults
How often has this thought crossed your mind? The Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management is offering a new 8-week program to address issues and situations related to weight management. A registered dietitian will direct the program covering a variety of topics related to weight management and healthy eating including: meal planning, label reading, exercise, balanced meals and intuitive eating.
September 20, 6:30 – 7:30pm
Fee is $125, payment is due at the first session
Instructor: Paula Hazard RD, BS
Held at the Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management
Pre registration is required. Please call (908) 237-6920.
Shapedown Children's Weight Management Program
(for ages 6-18)
A 10-week program offered year-round for children ages 6-18. Shapedown promotes changes in food habits, exercise, self-esteem and weight. The emphasis is on producing changes now that can be sustained in the long run to increase the chances that a child/teen will enter adulthood free from dieting and weight concerns. For more information and fees please call (908) 237-6920.
Smart Cart - Personal Grocery Shopper
Have you ever wished that you could take your own nutritionist to the grocery store? Hunterdon Medical Center introduces our personal grocery shopper service. A nutritionist will provide customized nutrition advice based on your food preferences and dietary needs as she guides you through the grocery store aisles. You will come away with a customized grocery list, label reading skills and information to make informed decisions about food.
When: By appointment Monday - Friday. Call for times (908) 237-6920.
Where: Flemington Shop Rite or Stop & Shop.
Fee: $30 per hour.
Sugar Babies is a support group for kids with Type 1 diabetes and their families. Our purpose is to help these kids and their families adjust successfully to the ongoing demands of diabetes management using the strategies of games, problem solving and role playing. The group meets the third Wednesday of every odd month from 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management. Meetings are facilitated by a Certified Diabetes Educator. For more information, call (908) 237-6920.
Prediabetes Class
Held the first Tuesday of the month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Learn how to reduce your risk of diabetes. Cost is $50 for the first class and includes a blood sugar meter. Follow up class is $25. Call to register 908-237-6920.
Weigh to Go
Weigh to Go is a 4 week weight management group for kids ages 10-14. Weigh to Go is a non diet approach to weight loss that promotes changes in food habits and exercise that can be sustained long term. Classes are provided by a registered dietitian. A parent is required to attend. Please call to pre-register at (908) 237-6920. Classes run year round.
Fee: $90
Location: DeerPath YMCA, 144 Woodschurch Rd. Flemington
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Yoga for Every Age
Hunterdon Medical Center offers Yoga every Friday from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Classes are held at the hospital in Meeting Room C.
Classes are taught by a certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor Lynne C. LaSpina, C.Y.T., R.Y.T. The cost is $10 per session and participants should bring a yoga mat, towel and wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing. The class is open not only to people with diabetes but all who have an interest in yoga. Class size is limited. No registration required. Call the Center for Nutrition and Diabetes Management at (908) 237-6920 if you have any questions.
Cost: $10 per session
Request a brochure about our Health Education Programs