During the month of May, Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), Kaleida Health facilities, are offering a variety of classes and support groups designed to provide health education, encouragement and community connection.
Whether you are managing a newly diagnosed health condition, grieving the loss of a loved one or caring for a loved one, programs offer valuable guidance and are open to the public.
The Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support Workshop helps individuals take charge of their diabetes with expert guidance and support. The comprehensive program at OGH covers key aspects of diabetes self-care, including meal planning, medication management and lifestyle strategies. The workshop will take place in the OGH Education Center on the first floor. The dates and times are as follows:
Wednesday, May 7, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Diet-focused session)
Wednesday, May 21, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
For more information or to register, call (716) 375-4127.
If you are scheduled for total joint replacement surgery, join our Total Joint Care Class. This class provides an overview of your procedure, the recovery process and the rehabilitation you will need. It is led by an experienced member of our outpatient rehabilitation team. This month, the class will be held on Wednesday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the OGH Education Center on the first floor. To register, call (716) 375-7481.
For those that are complete CPR training for licensure or work, American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) classes are being offered to the community by the clinical education department. May’s class will be held at BRMC on Wednesday, May 14, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The class will be held in the third-floor medical library and the cost to attend is $40. For more information or to register for the class call (716) 375-6926.
At BRMC, individuals can connect with others dealing with a loss of a friend or loved on by attending the Grief Relief Support Group. Grief can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone. This group meets in the Community Room in the BRMC main lobby for a compassionate and supportive group where you can share your journey with others who understand. The group will meet on Tuesday, May 27, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (814) 362-8288. No registration required. The meeting is free and open to the public.
The Dementia Support Group centers around individuals caring for a loved one with dementia. This group, led by Alzheimer’s Association member Mary Cukierski, provides a space to connect, share experiences and gain helpful resources. The group meets monthly at BRMC in the Pavilion Activities Room. This month’s meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 28, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For more information or to register, call (814) 362-8293. This event is free and open to the public.
For more details on these and other upcoming events, visit www.brmcogh.org/events/#community.
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