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Support Groups
Breastfeeding Support
Available 24-hours/day from an OB nurse. Contact the perinatal department at 715-243-7266.
Cancer Survivors' Support Group
Come join us for a time together for sharing of information and support. The Cancer Support Group meets the fourth Wednesday of each month in the conference center from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted*.
Programs are FREE and open to adults whose lives have been touched by cancer
2010 Schedule: *May 18, *June: Relay for Life, Jul. 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 22, Oct. 27, *Nov. 17, *Dec. 15.
Contact 715-243-7247 for more information.
*Note: Schedule or location change
Look Good...Feel Better
Cosmetology professionals help patients in cancer treatment with makeup application, dry skin, discolored nails, choice and care of a wig, scarves, turbans and hats. A free program sponsored by the American Cancer Society, the Cosmetic Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation, and the National Cosmetic Association.
Held the first Monday evening at 7 p.m., every other month.
2010 schedule: Jul. 12, Sept. 13, Nov. 1
Call 715-243-7247 two weeks prior to event to register.
Caregivers Support Group
My Turn to Care
Support group for people caring for elderly parents or those struggling to find resources to keep parents safe at home.
Fee: FREE and open to the public.
Meets the first Monday of every month.
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the hospital conference center.
Facilitated by Suzanne Ballantyne, LCSW, social worker on staff at Westfields Hospital.
For more information call 715-243-7287
Diabetic Support & Information Session
FREE and open to the public. Sessions held on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm
Location: The Deerfield Commons, 1127 W 8th St, New Richmond
Contact Westfields Hospital diabetic educator at 715-243-7202 for more information.
May 19 - Protect Your Eyes. Guest speaker Carl Tubbs, M.D. from Associated Eye Care will give guidelines to protect our vision against diabetic eye disease. Come with your questions and get answers from an expert.
June 16 - Amazing Technology. Learn about the latest insulin pumps with no tubing and continuous glucose monitoring. Imagine knowing your blood sugar every minute with a monitor you can use at home. Speakers provided by Abbott Diabetes Care.
Westfields Hospital diabetic support group meets regularly on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at The Deerfield Commons, 1127 W. 8th Street, New Richmond.
For more information, call 715-243-7202.
Grief Support Group
Open to anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one.
Session is free but registration is required.
Contact Julia Rajtar, Spiritual Care Director at 715-243-7204 for information on next available session.
Low Vision Support Group
FREE and open to the public.
Location: The Deerfield Commons, 1127 W 8th St, New Richmond
For more information contact, Westfields Hospital Occupational Therapy, 715-243-7255.
Weight Control Support Group
Wednesdays at 10:30 am at the Centre, 428 S Starr Ave., New Richmond.
Free and open to the public, no membership required.
Join us for discussions about food, exercise, stress and sleep. Find out what's affecting your weight.
Led by Westfields Hospital registered dietitian. For more information, call 715-243-7202.
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