Community Outreach

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, Aug. 4, 2 p.m. WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road

Thursday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B, 2400 Hospital Drive

Wednesday, Aug. 19, 1 p.m. WK Pierremont Health Center, 8001 Youree Drive, Conference Room 203 All sessions are free. Please register in advance.

SMOKING CESSATION

Hang Tough, Don’t Puff Group Session

Monday, Aug. 24, 5 p.m.

WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road Instructor: Jarrod Mitchell, MS, RCEP, Cardiac Rehabilitation Coordinator A tobacco cessation program designed to help individuals stop tobacco use and dependence. $30. Registration required

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 pre-admission planning to surgery, follow-up and rehabilitation.

Tuesday, Aug. 4, 9 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B, 2400 Hospital Drive For nearest access, use the entrance by the Emergency Room.

Tuesday, Aug. 18, 9 a.m. WK Pierremont Health Center, Conference Room 203, 8001 Youree Drive 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, Aug. 3, 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: Palliative Care

Wednesday, Aug. 5, 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.

Men to Men: Effects of Cancer Treatment on Family Life

Wednesday, Aug. 19, Noon 2nd Floor Conference Room This educational workshop gives cancer patients and their loved ones information on cancer related issues that will be of value before, during and after cancer treatment. Patients and caretakers 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, Aug. 6, 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, Aug. 13, 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, Aug. 18, 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

PARKINSON’S

Friday, Aug. 14, 1 p.m. Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

STROKE

Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2 p.m. Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

FIBROMYALGIA

Tuesday, Aug. 18, Noon Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

POST POLIO

Monday, Aug. 24, 11 a.m. Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

LYMPHEDEMA

Monday, Aug. 24, Noon WK Cancer & Lymphedema Therapy Clinic 2403 Greenwood Road

Lectures & Seminars

Well Worth It Series

Generational Traveling

Guest Speaker: Julie Raines, of Creative Travel

Friday, Aug. 28, 3 p.m. Ballroom, Tower at The Oaks Julie Raines from Creative Travel will be your guide as she helps you explore travel possibilities that fit your desire and needs. A professional travel consultant who has helped people of all ages find their perfect destinations, she will share tips and offer insight into generational traveling. Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.

Book Review

Weep for the Living

Guest Speaker: Maredia Bowdon, former C.E. Byrd High School English teacher

Tuesday, Aug. 18, 3:30 p.m.

Chapel at The Oaks The incomparable Maredia Bowdon returns to The Oaks with the true story of Anne Butler, the owner of Butler Greenwood Plantation/Bed and Breakfast, and her husband, the former warden of Angola State Prison, who shot Anne five times and left her for dead. No doubt Bowdon’s presentation will offer intrigue along with riveting storytelling. Her reviews are a one-woman shows themselves and a must-see with residents and community alike. Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.

Spiritual Pathways

What is Seventh-Day Adventism?

Guest Speaker: David Otto, PhD, director of the Religious Studies Department at Centenary College

Wednesday, Aug. 19, 4 p.m. Chapel at The Oaks David Otto brings his unique understanding of world religions as he offers insight into Seventh-Day Adventism. FREE. Registration required.

REGISTER ONLINE @ WKHS.COM OR CALL (318) 212-8225.