You are invited to join us for these programs designed to provide insight and information about topics relevant to our community.
Details and registration available at wkhs.com, ‘Classes & Events,’ or by calling (318) 212-8225.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Shaking the Sodium from Your Diet and Living with CHF
An informative seminar that addresses the needs of those with chronic heart failure.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Those who are experiencing heart failure, or signs and symptoms of chronic cardiopulmonary disease.
Tuesday, July 7, 2 p.m. WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road
Thursday, July 9, 10 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B, 2400 Hospital Drive
Wednesday, July 15, 1 p.m. WK Pierremont Health Center, 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203
All sessions are free. Please register in advance.
JOINT REPLACEMENT CAMP
Designed for those who are considering or who have scheduled total hip or total knee replacement surgery. The Willis-Knighton Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Institute offers participants insight into the joint replacement process, from preadmission planning to surgery, follow-up and rehabilitation.
Tuesday, July 7, 9 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B For nearest access, use the entrance by the Emergency Room.
Tuesday, July 21, 9 a.m. WK Pierremont Health Center, Conference Room 203 For nearest access, use Medical Office Building main entrance.
SUPPORT GROUPS AT WILLIS-KNIGHTON
Support groups at Willis-Knighton are provided at no cost to the participants. Reservations are required.
CANCER
Willis-Knighton Cancer Center, 2600 Kings Highway
Lunch provided for all noon meetings.
General Cancer Support Group
Tuesdays, Noon
4th Floor Conference Room
This support group is designed to help patients and their loved ones discuss the emotional challenges and other concerns often faced by patients with cancer.
Look Good, Feel Better
Monday, July 6, 11:30 a.m.
4th Floor Conference Room
This two-hour, hands-on workshop includes a 12-step skin care/makeup application process, demonstration of options for dealing with hair loss and nail techniques. Patients also use and take home complimentary cosmetic kits in their appropriate skin tones with helpful instruction booklets.
Coping with…Cancer and Finances
Wednesday, July 8, Noon
2nd Floor Conference Room
This workshop is designed to provide patients with the tools needed to successfully navigate cancer and its treatments while helping patients transition into survivorship.
Woman to Woman: Sexuality
Wednesday, July 22, Noon
2nd Floor Conference Room
This educational workshop gives female cancer patients information on cancer related issues that will be of value before, during and after cancer treatment. Patients will also have the opportunity to discuss their concerns with knowledgeable healthcare professionals.
BEREAVEMENT
Offers information and support for people experiencing the loss of a loved one.
Adults: Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.
Willis-Knighton Hospice of Louisiana, 616 East Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport
Children & Adolescents: Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. Call for appointment.
HEART DISEASE
Heart to Heart – Women’s Cardiovascular Support Group
A monthly group discussion of topics related to women with heart disease.
Thursday, July 2, Noon
WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road
Presenters: Dot Quigley, RN, cardiac rehab nurse, and Merikay Ringer, Ph.D., spokesperson from WomenHeart: The National Coalition of Women with Heart Disease.
Thursday, July 9, 11 a.m.
WK Bossier Wellness Center, Cardiac Rehab Education Room, 2450 Hospital Drive
Presenters: Rhonda
Curtis, RN, cardiac rehab nurse, and Susan Miller, spokesperson from
WomenHeart: The National Coalition of Women with Heart Disease.
Tuesday, July 21, Noon
WK Pierremont Health Center Room 203 8001 Youree Drive
Presenters: Bethany Falcon, exercise specialist, and Merikay Ringer, Ph.D., a spokesperson from WomenHeart: The National Coalition of Women with Heart Disease. Free. Reservations requested
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Tuesday, July 7, 6:15 p.m.
Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road
PARKINSON’S
Friday, July 10, 1 p.m.
Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road
STROKE
Tuesday, July 14, 2 p.m.
Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road
FIBROMYALGIA
Tuesday, July 21, Noon
Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road
LYMPHEDEMA
Monday, July 27, Noon
WK Cancer & Lymphedema Therapy Clinic 2403 Greenwood Road
You love your independence and the freedom to join friends for a spur-of-the-moment bridge game or Saturday afternoon matinee. But you don’t want the hassle and expense of keeping up a home. When you move to The Oaks of Louisiana, you can be as independent as you like and free your schedule and your finances to focus on a better quality of life. With our emphasis on wellness, social activity, dining and fun, you’ll understand why residents here wish they had moved earlier. Join us for our “Maintain Your Independence Open House,” Sunday, July 19, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Clubhouse at The Oaks. Visit with some of our residents and hear how they celebrate independence and freedom year-round and tour the campus to see what appeals to you. Cost: FREE.
600 East Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport, LA | (318) 212-OAKS (6257) | oaksofla.com
Lectures and Seminars
Well Worth It Series
The History of the Shreveport Little Theatre
Guest Speaker: Bobby Darrow, managing and artistic director of SLT
Friday, July 24, 3 p.m. Ballroom, Tower at The Oaks
Bobby Darrow, managing and artistic director at Shreveport Little Theatre, will share with residents and community guests the history of what is considered the oldest continuously producing community theater in America. The 170-seat theater’s Rural English architecture style is iconic to longtime Shreveporters and the theater’s ability to not only survive but thrive despite two major fires is testament to the community’s enjoyment of first-rate theater productions on Margaret Place. Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.
Book Review
Princes at War: The Bitter Battle Inside Britain’s Royal Family in the Darkest Days of WWII
Guest Speaker: Marilyn Joiner, director of marketing and public relations at Willis-Knighton Health System
Tuesday, July 21, 3:30 p.m.
Chapel at The Oaks
This offering by Deborah Cadbury is a riveting account of the critical events of the late 1930s and the Second World War, focusing on the struggle inside Britain’s Royal family after the marriage of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. It is the story of their hardships and the hardships of Edward’s successor, his younger brother George VI, as he and his queen prepare for the invasion of Europe. Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.