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, Oct. 6, 2 p.m. WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road

Thursday, Oct. 8, 10 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B, 2400 Hospital Drive

Wednesday, Oct. 21, 1 p.m. WK Pierremont Health Center, 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203

All sessions are free. Please register in advance.

Growing Up for Girls

Thursday, Oct. 15, 6:00 p.m. WK Bossier Health Center Auditorium 2400 Hospital Drive Change is always hard and puberty is all about change. Teaching children about physical and emotional changes can reduce stress and anxiety and promote self-esteem. Take a step to educate and prepare your pre-teen daughter (ages 9 - 12) for the sensitive changes of adolescence. A female adult must attend with each registered child. No registrations at the door. $5, registration required.

Growing Up for Boys

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 6:00 p.m.

William Parker, M.D. WK Bossier Health Center Auditorium 2400 Hospital Drive

Take a step to educate and prepare pre-teen boys for the sensitive changes of adolescence. Two registrations are required, one for the child and one for an adult male chaperon. no registration at the door $5, registration required.

SMOKING CESSATION

Hang Tough, Don’t Puff Group Session

Monday, Oct. 26, 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

FEATURE: Super Smart Sitters

An informative seminar for boys and girls 11 years old and older who want to learn the basics of babysitting. The course includes CPR instruction, first-aid

and babysitting dos and don'ts. Fire and personal safety will also be covered by the Shreveport Fire Department and Caddo Parish Sheriff's office. $40 Fee includes lunch and materials. Reservations required; space is limited. Saturday, Oct. 10 | 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Willis-Knighton Innovation Center 2105 Airline Drive, Bossier City

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, Oct. 6, 9 a.m.

WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B For nearest access, use the entrance by the Emergency Room.

Tuesday, Oct. 20, 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.

Look Good, Feel Better

Monday, Oct. 5, 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.

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.

Registration is required for all seminars and events at The Oaks.

Details and registration available at wkhs.com, ‘Classes & Events,’ or by calling (318) 212-8225.

Coping With…Cancer and the Holidays

Wednesday, Oct. 14, 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: Exercise and Nutrition

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 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.

Heart Disease.

Thursday, Oct. 8, 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, Oct. 20, Noon WK Pierremont Health Center Room 203 8001 Youree Drive Presenters: Bethany Falcon, exercise specialist, and Merikay Ringer, PhD, a spokesperson from WomenHeart: The National Coalition of Women with Heart Disease. Free. Reservations requested

PARKINSON’S

Friday, Oct. 9, 1 p.m. Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

STROKE

Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2 p.m. Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

FIBROMYALGIA

Tuesday, Oct. 20, Noon Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

LYMPHEDEMA

Monday, Oct. 26, Noon WK Cancer & Lymphedema Therapy Clinic 2403 Greenwood Road

Lectures & Seminars

Healthwise

Get in Line: Intro to Line Dancing

Guest Instructor: Merry Keller, dance instructor

Friday, Oct. 9, 2:30 p.m. Franks Community Centre

Dancing helps folks, especially senior adults, stay in step. This introduction to line dancing will help participants age and move gracefully. Studies have shown that not only is dancing good exercise for the body – core strength and stamina are among the health benefits – it is great for the brain. Two left feet? No worries. No experience or training is needed. Just a desire to have fun. Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.

Spiritual Pathways

What is Bahá’i?

Guest Speaker: David Otto, PhD, director of the Religious Studies Department at Centenary College Wednesday, Oct. 21, 4 p.m. Chapel at The Oaks David Otto brings his unique understanding of world religions as he offers insight into Bahá’i. Free. Registration is required.

Well Worth It Series

The Spooky Side of Shreveport

Guest Speaker: Steve Smith

Friday, Oct. 23, 3 p.m. Tower at The Oaks Ballroom

Historian and ghost hunter extraordinaire Steve Smith will bring a bonechilling program to The Oaks in time to get residents and community guests in the Halloween spirit. “The Spooky Side of Shreveport” will reveal the city’s most haunted locations in a program sure to be a Halloween treat. Smith, founder of Shreve Town Ghost Walk, conducts guided tours on Saturday nights in the downtown area where paranormal activity has been reported. His presentation at The Oaks might be so mystifying that audience members will want to go on a ghost tour! Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.