Health & Wellness Classes & Events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:30 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Shawnee Methodist Church 10700 Johnson Dr. Shawnee, KS 66203 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Parkinson Foundation of the Heartland Wellness Class

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 10:30 -0500

Join the Parkinson Foundation of the Heartland for an hour of specialized exercise instruction for people with Parkinson's. Participants will eat lunch with friends and enjoy the remaining time with planned recreational activities. Caregivers are encouraged to use this time for respite. Cost: $5 per class Location: Parkinson Foundation of the Heartland Office 7800 Foster Overland Park, KS 66204 map Sponsor: Parkinson Foundation of the Heartland More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 10:45 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Irene B. French Community Center 5701 Merriam Dr. Merriam, KS 66203 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Teen-Focused Health Clinics

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:00 -0500

The Johnson County Health Department is offering "Teen Focused" clinic hours for teens 13-19 years of age. Teens can receive services on a walk-in basis! No appointment is needed. Second and fourth Thursdays of each month from 4 - 6 p.m. Cost: Varies depending on services Registration: No registration required. more details (PDF) Location: Johnson County Health Department - Mission 6000 Lamar Mission, KS 66202 map More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:30 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Westwood City Hall 4700 Rainbow Blvd. Westwood, KS 66205 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Low Vision Resources Seminar

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:30 -0500

Join us at Brighton Gardens Assisted Living, 7105 Mission Road, Prairie Village and learn about the variety of resources available to help individuals with low vision. Lynn Wild, Senior Services Librarian with the Johnson County Library, will lead a panel discussion with representatives from Kansas Talking Book Services, Audio-Reader Network, Johnson County Human Services, and Alpha Pointe. Cost: FREE No registration required. Location: Brighton Gardens Assisted Living 7105 Mission Road Prairie illage, KS 66208 Sponsored by: Johnson County Library More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:45 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Edgerton City Hall 404 E. Nelson St. Edgerton, KS 66021 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Strong People

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:10 -0500

Learn nine strength-training exercises that increase strength, muscle mass, improve balance, flexibility, bone and joint health and sense of well-being. The program is easy, non-threatening and comfortable. You do not have to be "in-shape" to participate. Weight equipment provided. You are asked to attend an orientation session two weeks before in order to complete a Participant Summary Information Sheet, Medical History and Current Health Survey and Informed Consent Form. For participants who are 70 years or older, or for those with health concerns as reflected on the health surveys, a "Dear Doctor" letter and a completed Physician Authorization Form will be required. Forms will be submitted for completion as registrations are received. 12:10 – 12:50 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Orientation sessions: September 2, 11 a.m. Cost: $20, per 12 week series Registration: Register by calling (913) 715-7000. Location: K-State Research and Extension Office Johnson County Sunset Drive Office Building 11811 S. Sunset Dr. Suite 1500 Olathe, KS 66061 map Sponsored by: K-State Research and Extension Office More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:00 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Sylvester Powell Jr. Community Center 6200 Martway St. Merriam, KS 66202 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:30 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Matt Ross Community Center 8580 Farley St. Overland Park, KS 66212 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:00 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Lenexa Senior Citizens Center 13425 Walnut St Lenexa, KS 66215 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Teen-Focused Health Clinics

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:00 -0500

The Johnson County Health Department is offering "Teen Focused" clinic hours for teens 13-19 years of age. Teens can receive services on a walk-in basis! No appointment is needed. First and third Tuesdays of each month 4 - 6 p.m. Cost: Varies depending on services Registration: No registration required. more details (PDF) Location: Johnson County Health Department 11875 S. Sunset Dr. Olathe, KS 66061 map More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:30 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Santa Fe Towers Apartments 8101 Santa Fe Dr. Overland Park, KS 66204 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:30 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Sunflower Apartments 10200 W. 62nd St. Shawnee, KS 66203 map Sponsor: Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Learn About Hospice

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 19:00 -0500

Hospice stresses quality of life and is an alternative to extended medical or curative treatments. Is hospice right for you? Come explore the issues involved with end of life care. Representatives from local hospices will discuss what hospice is all about and you will have the opportunity to ask questions. Cost: FREE Registration: No registration needed. Location: Central Resource Library 9875 W. 87th St. Overland Park, KS 66212 map Sponsored by: Johnson County Library More Health & Wellness events

Learn About Hospice: A Positive Aging Coalition Program

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 19:00 -0500

Hospitals work to cure illnesses but when a cure is not possible – what’s next? Hospice fills an important role helping people who are living with a terminal illness providing comfort, medical assistance and guidance at a time needed most. Explore the issues involved with end of life care. Representatives from local hospices will discuss what hospice is and answer your questions. Cost: FREE Registration: Please register online or by phone at (913) 495-3825 starting Aug. 22. Location: Central Resource Library 9875 W. 87th St. Overland Park, KS 66212 map Sponsored by: Johnson County Library More Health & Wellness events

Find Health Information on the Internet

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 10:00 -0500

Find out how to use the Internet to quickly locate reliable health information. We'll cover researching a diagnosis and prescriptions as well as how to find a doctor. Cost: FREE Registration: Please register online or by calling (913) 495-2400 after Sept. 1, 2010. Location: Central Resource Library 9875 W. 87th St. Overland Park, KS 66212 map Sponsored by: Johnson County Library More Health & Wellness events

Overcoming Your Fear of Social Situations Workshop

(913) 281-2221, ext. 112 or sdavis@mhah.org — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:00 -0500

PRESENTER: Christy Olson, M.A. is a therapist at the Kansas City Center for Anxiety Treatment in Overland Park, KS and a doctoral student in clinical psychology at the University of Kansas. In addition, she is a research assistant for the Anxiety Disorders Research Program at the Hoglund Brain Imaging Center on the University of Kansas Medical Center campus. Her research interests include cognitive factors related to anxiety disorders. OBJECTIVES: After attending this program the participant will be able to: • Provide an overview of the cognitive behavioral model of social anxiety. • Describe the role of avoidance in maintaining anxiety • Identify strategies for facing social situations WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Individuals with a diagnosed or undiagnosed mental disorder, their families and significant others, as well as care providers. The community and healthcare professionals are welcome to attend. Cost: FREE Registration: Please pre-register, by contacting Stacy Davis at (913)281-2221, ext. 112 or sdavis@mhah.org. Location: Old Mission United Methodist Church 5519 State Park Rd. Fairway, KS 66205 map Sponsored by: Mental Health America of the Heartland More Health & Wellness events

8th Annual Health & Spirituality Workshop: Navigating Life’s Transitions

(913) 281-2221, ext. 112 or sdavis@mhah.org — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00 -0500

PRESENTERS AND BREAKOUT SESSIONS: Ministry on the Edge: David Schaal with Ruth Humbert, RN, Emily Marolf Hidy, and Craig Hidy “I Wish Someone Had Told Me”: Harold Ivan Smith, DMin eSpirituality: Pam Robison and Andrew Lavender Spiritual Disciplines that Help Navigate Life’s Challenges: The Rev. Gary Gilbertson and Ashley Lavender Pathways of Healing: Joy Weydert, MD and Jeremy Baptist, MD How to Negotiate a Healthy Relationship: Pamela S. Taylor, PhD, LPC Transitioning to a Home Away from Home: Susan Crain Lewis, MSSW, Victoria Jones, Sally King, MSW, LCSW Spiritual Assessments: Alice Sims, RN WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Nurses and health professionals, social workers, psychologists, hospice, mental health counselors, volunteers, marriage and family therapists, pastoral ministers, seminarians, families, caregivers, and students. Cost: Contact MHAH for details. More details » Registration: Please pre-register, by contacting (816) 833-1000, ext. 1418. Location: Community of Christ Temple Independence, MO Sponsored by: Mental Health America of the Heartland More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:00 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: DeSoto Senior Center 32905 W. 84th St. DeSoto, KS 66018 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Red Cross Flu Shot Clinic

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:00 -0500

Get your seasonal flu shot. Cost: Varies depending on health insurance. No registration required. Location: Central Resource Library 9875 W. 87th St. Overland Park, KS 66212 map Sponsored by: Greater Kansas City Chapter of the American Red Cross More Health & Wellness events

Water with Lemon - Ongoing online class

Fri, 1 Oct 2010 00:00 -0500

The novel Water with Lemon inspires weight loss without dieting. Join our online discussion on how to fit the eight life-changing habits into your life. Recipes and other materials will also be provided on the private website. Pick up the book at the Johnson County K-State Research and Extension office, 11811 S. Sunset Drive, Olathe. Cost: $25 includes book Registration: To register, call (913) 715-7000. Location: class meets online Sponsored by: K-State Research and Extension Office More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Mon, 4 Oct 2010 08:30 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Johnson County Administration Building 111 S. Cherry St. Olathe, KS 66061 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Mon, 4 Oct 2010 09:45 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Johnson County Courthouse 100 N. Kansas St. Olathe, KS 66061 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Mon, 4 Oct 2010 11:15 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Johnson County Government Sunset Building 11811 S. Sunset Dr. Olathe, KS 66061 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Tue, 5 Oct 2010 10:30 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Roeland Park Community Center 4850 Rosewood Dr. Mission, KS 66205 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Bone Density/Complete Cholesterol/Fall Prevention and Blood Pressure screenings

Wed, 6 Oct 2010 09:00 -0500

Note: a 12-hour fast is required for cholesterol profile which includes HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, and blood sugar. Cost: FREE Donations accepted - Partial funding for 60+ provided by the Johnson County Area Agency on Aging. Registration: Screenings located at the Health Department sites require an appointment. Call (913) 477-8333. Walk-ins are accepted at Nutrition Center Sites. Location: Johnson County Health Department - Mission 6000 Lamar Mission, KS 66202 map More Health & Wellness events

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Screening Clinics

Wed, 6 Oct 2010 09:00 -0500

PAD screens for blood vessel health and risk for heart attack and stroke. Screenings are intended for individuals 60+ years old who have not been screened in the past 12 months. Note: Must be able to lie flat for 20 minutes. Blood pressure will be taken in both arms and both ankles. Cost: FREE Registration: APPOINTMENT REQUIRED. Call (913) 477-8333. Location: Johnson County Health Department - Mission 6000 Lamar Mission, KS 66202 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Wed, 6 Oct 2010 13:30 -0500

The Outreach Nurse Program at the Johnson County Health Department provides regular blood pressure clinics. Cost: Free Registration: No registration required. Location: Bluejacket Lodge 11212 W. 58th St. Shawnee, KS 66203 map Sponsored by: The Johnson County Health Department More Health & Wellness events

Health Reform and You

Thu, 7 Oct 2010 10:00 -0500

Are you curious about how health reform will impact you and your family? Learn how you can get involved as the many provisions of health reform are implemented in Kansas. Facilitated by the Kansas Health Consumer Coalition, a non-profit organization whose mission is to advocate for affordable, accessible, and quality health care. Cost: FREE Registration: Please register online or by phone at (913) 495-2400 starting Sept. 1. Location: Central Resource Library 9875 W. 87th St. Overland Park, KS 66212 map Sponsored by: Johnson County Library More Health & Wellness events