WK Tobacco Treatment Clinic Seminar
A tobacco cessation program designed to help individuals stop tobacco use and dependence. $30. Registration required.
Instructors: Jarrod Mitchell, RCEP, CTTS, cardiac rehabilitation coordinator; Courtney Rayburn, CTTS, certified tobacco treatment specialist; Kristen Catanese, CTTS certified tobacco treatment clinic specialist; or Russell Irby IV, CTTS certified tobacco treatment specialist.
Mondays, 10:30 a.m. WK Bossier Wellness Center 2450 Hospital Drive
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. WK Health & Fitness Center 2474 Greenwood Road
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. WK Pierremont Health Center 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203
Wednesdays, 5 p.m. Willis-Knighton South Wellness Center 9130 Susan Drive
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. Reservations required.
Tuesday, Sept. 4, 9 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B For nearest access, use the entrance by the Emergency Room.
Tuesday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m. WK Pierremont Health Center Conference Room 203 For nearest access, use Medical Office Building main entrance.
Women RISE
Recover, Inform, Support, and Empower
This biweekly support group is for women with cancer. Our open format group allows you to share personal experiences and learn from others. The focus is on empowerment, stress management and developing healthy, effective ways to cope with cancer-related issues. Speakers will be invited based on the topics the group chooses.
Wednesday, Sept. 5, Noon Wednesday, Sept. 19, 4:30 p.m. 4th Floor: Social Services Department
Support Groups
Support groups at Willis-Knighton are provided at no cost to the participants. Reservations required.
Heart to Heart – Women’s Cardiovascular Support Group
A monthly group discussion of topics related to women with heart disease. Presenters: Rhonda Curtis, RN, cardiac rehabilitation nurse; Bethany Falcon or Janey Maker, cardiac rehabilitation exercise specialists. Free. Reservations requested.
Thursday, Sept. 6, Noon Willis-Knighton Health & Fitness Center 2474 Greenwood Road
Thursday, Sept. 13, 11 a.m. WK Bossier Wellness Center 2450 Hospital Drive
Tuesday, Sept. 18, Noon WK Pierremont Health Center 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203
General Cancer Support Group
Tuesdays, Noon
4th Floor: Social Services Department This support group helps patients and their loved ones deal with emotional needs or struggles and other challenges faced by patients with cancer.
Men to Men: Brain Train or 'Chemo Brain'
Wednesday, Sept. 26, Noon
2nd Floor Conference Room Donesa Walker, M.Ed., will discuss cancer-induced cognitive impairment, or “chemo brain.” She will offer fun, challenging mental exercises customized to address the needs and abilities of each patient. The goal is to strengthen foundational cognitive skills that enable patients to think, learn, read, remember, pay attention and solve problems.
Look Good, Feel Better
Monday, Sept. 10, 11:30 a.m.
4th Floor: Social Services Department This two-hour, hands-on workshop includes a 12-step skin care/make-up application lesson, demonstration of nail techniques and options for dealing with hair loss. Patients also use and take home complimentary cosmetic kits in their appropriate skin tones with helpful instruction booklets.
Coping with…Cancer: Disability Benefits
Wednesday, Sept. 12, Noon
2nd Floor Auditorium Tina Ware of the Disability Determinations Office in Shreveport will discuss how to determine if you are eligible for disability benefits based on your cancer diagnosis.
40 Minus: A Plus for Young Adults Living with Cancer
Tuesday, Sept. 25, 4:30 p.m.
4th Floor: Social Services Department A professionally facilitated peer group designed for young adults in the Ark-La-Tex, age 40 or younger who are living with cancer. This group provides an opportunity for patients and their loved ones to discuss the emotional challenges and other concerns often faced by patients with cancer.
BEREAVEMENT
This group offers encouragement to caregivers as they discuss the emotional challenges and other concerns often faced by 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.
BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday, Sept. 12, 5:30 p.m.
Diagnostic & Surgical Building 2751 Albert Bicknell Drive, 1st Floor Auditorium Provides education and support to anyone who has had or who is considering bariatric surgery.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
Friday, Sept. 14, 1 p.m.
Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road No registration required.
BRAIN AND SPINAL CORD INJURY SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Sept. 4, 6 p.m.
WK Rehabilitation Institute, 1111 Line Ave. No registration required.
AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Sept. 11, 6 p.m.
Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road No registration required.
STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2 p.m.
WK Pierremont Health Center, Auditorium 8001 Youree Drive No registration required.
LYMPHEDEMA SUPPORT GROUP
Monday, Sept. 24, Noon
1st Floor Proton Therapy Center Conference Room Willis-Knighton Cancer Center 2600 Kings Highway No registration required.
Sew It Goes: Vintage Quilts and Their Stories
Guest Speaker: Jeannine James, Red River Quilters Tuesday, Sept. 25, 5:30 p.m. Tower at the Oaks Ballroom Jacob’s Ladder. Wedding Ring. Dresden Plate. Rose of Sharon. These and hundreds more quilting patterns offer an intriguing mix of fact and fiction. Jeannine James, of Red River Quilters, will explain the process of quilt making, a process that takes nothing less than dedicated craftsmanship to put together, and share stories behind some of the more popular patterns that have survived generations. Cost: $10, nonresidents; includes heavy hors d’oeuvres. Registration is required.
Lecture & Seminars Chautauqua Institution: America’s Best Kept Secret
Guest Speaker: Harriet Daggett
Friday, Sept. 6, 2 p.m. Tower at The Oaks Ballroom
On the far west end of New York state lies a campus on Lake Chautauqua that is one of the best kept secrets of our country. The Chautauqua Institution is a longtime favorite summer destination dedicated to music, arts and religion as well as a myriad of educational topics. Guest speaker Harriet Daggett takes us on a virtual journey to explore the history, offerings and grounds of this American landmark all the while getting to know the people who make this one of the greatest national treasures since 1874. Cost: Free. Registration is required.
The Power of Positive Thinking
Guest Speaker: Rev. Karl Klaus
Thursday, Sept. 13, 11:30 a.m. Tower Oak Room
Positive Thinking Day is here and the maestro of positivity, Reverend Karl Klaus from First United Methodist Church in Bossier City will speak during this luncheon. Learn how to convert pessimism to optimism, negativity to positivity and begin thinking in a more positive way. You won’t want to miss this light, easy and uplifting experience that will be paired with a chef prepared menu. We’re “positive” you’ll be glad you came! Cost: $20, nonresidents. Registration is required by Tuesday, Sept. 11.
Spiritual Pathways What is Appalachian Snake Handling?
Guest Speaker: David Otto, PhD, chairman of religious studies at Centenary College.
Wednesday, Sept. 19, 4 p.m. Chapel at The Oaks
David Otto brings his expertise of world religions to The Oaks each month in an enlightening and entertaining hour. This month, Otto will discuss Appalachian snake handling, a practice done out of obedience and said to be derived from Mark 16:18. Cost: Free. Registration is required.
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
Guest Speaker: Carolyn Tillman, of the Alzheimers Association, Louisiana chapter
Friday, Sept. 21, 3:30 p.m. Franks Community Centre
Carolyn Tillman will discuss the importance of exercise, healthy diet and nutrition, working your brain and staying socially engaged to age well and maintain your independence. She will share strategies to achieve overall wellness. Cost: Free. Registration is required.
