Classes & Events

 

 

 

For more information, contact
Shelly Pauling, Education & Communications Manager at
507-637-4527.

 

The following classes and events are available to the community. Please click below for more information.

January | February | March | April | May | June | July
August
| September | October | November | December

January 2008

Childbirth Preparation Classes - Starts January 7, 2008
Childbirth preparation is a 4-session course to help you prepare for your new baby. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm starting January 7, 2008 through January 28, 2008. 

February 2008

Adult Grief Support Group - Starts February 5, 2008
The Adult Grief Support Group will meet on Tuesday evenings from 5-7pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Adult Day Services Room starting February 5, 2008 through March 11, 2008. The Adult Grief Support Group can offer support, friendship, information and an opportunity to talk or listen with other people who are grieving. 

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - February 12, 2008
There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on February 12, 2008 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: "You Are What You Eat" presented by Dorie Oja, MS, RD, LD, CDE from the Redwood Area Hospital.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - February 25, 2008
There will be an Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group meeting on Monday, February 25, 2008 from 2:00-3:30 in the Education Room.  Topic:  "Understanding Memory Loss" presented by Liz Doyle, MSW, LICSW - Alzheimer's Assoc.

HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid - February 28, 2008
There will be a HeartSaver Pediatric First Aid class on Thursday, February 28, 2008 from 6:30-10:00pm at the Country View Living Community in Walnut Grove, MN.  This is a certification class for daycare providers or anyone else needing a pediatric certification.  Cost $54.00. 

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March 2008

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - March 11, 2008
There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on March 11, 2008 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: "Adaptive Equipment" presented by Annie Albrecht, OTR from the Redwood Area Hospital.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support
The Redwood Area Hospital will be hosting Advanced Cardiac Life Support Training March 4-6, 2008 for nurses, physicians, and EMT's. ACLS training will teach you to learn the critical assessment-management actions for 10 core cases by conducting the Primary and Secondary ABCD Surveys and implementing the algorithms.  Class Brochure.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - March 20, 2008
There will be an Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2008 from 2:00-3:30 in the Education Room.  Topic:  "Legal Planning Issues" presented by Mark Wandersee, ElderCare Rights.

Bridging the Gap - March 29, 2008
There will be a Spring Retreat on March 29, 2008 from 9am-1pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Bridging the Gap is a free program that gives kids who have experienced the death of someone special, the opportunity to connect with others "who have been there." 

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April 2008

Childbirth Preparation Class - April 12, 2008
Childbirth preparation is a one day course to help you prepare for your new baby. Class will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2008 from 9:00am-4:30pm. 
      
Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - April 8, 2008

There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on April 8, 2008 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: "Adaptive Equipment" presented by Sheila Rubendall, COTA from the Redwood Area Hospital.

Living with Grief - Children & Adolescents - April 16, 2008
There will be a Living with Grief videoconference on April 16, 2008 from 12:30-3:00pm in the education room which will focus on Children and Adolescents.  Following the videoconference there be a 1/2 hour local panel discussion regarding the conference materials.  

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - April 17, 2008
There will be an Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group meeting on Thursday, April 17, 2008 from 2:00-3:30 in the Education Room.  Topic:  "Financial Planning" presented by Nancy Hansen, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Jennifer Gilk, Estebo, Schnobrich, Frank and Gilk.

Hospice Memorial Service - April 21, 2008
The Redwood Area Hospice will be sponsoring their annual memorial service on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 7:30pm at the United Methodist Church in Redwood Falls.

Foundation Fundraiser: Casino Night April 28, 2008
The 4th Annual "Casino Night" will be held on Monday, April 28, 2008 at Jackpot Junction Casino in Morton, MN. Proceeds will be used to TBA.

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May 2008

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - May 13, 2008
There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on May 13, 2008 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: "Container Gardening" presented by Maren Larson, RN, MA, Master Gardener.

Car Seat Clinic - May 13, 2008

There will be a Car Seat Clinic on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 from 5pm-7pm at the Wabasso School Garage in Wabasso, MN.  Click here for more information or to make an appointment.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - May 15, 2008

There will be an Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group meeting on Thursday, May 15, 2008 from 2:00-3:30 in the Education Room.  Topic:  "Partnering With Your Doctor" presented by Liz Doyle, MSW, LICSW, Alzheimer's Association.

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June 2008

Bike Rodeo

The 8th Annual Bike Rodeo will be held on Tuesday,
June 3, 2008 from 5:30-8pm at the Redwood Area
Community Center in Redwood Falls, MN. The event is free and open to parents and children of all ages.

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July 2008

Cancer Survivor's Picnic - July 8, 2008
The 15th Annual Cancer Survivor's Picnic will be held on July 8, 2008 from 5:00-7:00pm at the Redwood Area Hospital in the Education Room. 

ACMC/RAH 5K Run/Walk & Kids Run - July 12, 2008
The race will be on the Redwood Valley High School Cross Country Course, located behind the Redwood Valley High School off Highway 19 in Redwood Falls. 

RAT Dinner Theatre "The King and I" Foundation Fundraiser - July 24, 2008
The Redwood Area Hospital Foundation in conjunction with the Redwood Area Theatre will be hosting a dinner theatre event for the opening night of "The King and I". 

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August 2008

Childbirth Preparation Classes - Starts August 5, 2008
Childbirth preparation is a 4-session course to help you prepare for your new baby. Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm starting August 5, 2008 through August 26, 2008. 

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September 2008

23rd Annual Ice Cream Circus - September 4, 2008
The 23rd Annual Ice Cream Circus will be held on September 4, 2008 from 4:30-7pm at the Redwood Area Community Center. 

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - Sept. 9, 2008
There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on September 9, 2008 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: "You Are What You Eat" presented by Dorie Oja, MS, RD, LD, CDE from the Redwood Area Hospital.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - September 18, 2008
There will be an Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2008 from 2:00-3:30 in the Education Room.  Topic:  "Alzheimers Disease, Dementia & Driving" presented by TBA.

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October 2008

Hospice Volunteer Training
The Redwood Area Hospital Hospice Department will be offering Hospice Volunteer training on Wednesday, October 1 and Thursday, October 2, 2008 from 9:00am - 3:00pm. 

Adult Grief Support Group - Starts October 7, 2008
The Adult Grief Support Group will meet on Tuesday evenings from 5-7:00pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Adult Day Services Room starting October 7, 2008 through November 11, 2008. The Adult Grief Support Group can offer support, friendship, information and an opportunity to talk or listen with other people who are grieving. 

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - October 11, 2008 - Special Community Forum
“Osteoporosis and Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Differences Between the Two” Presented by: Dr. Kara Peterson, Rheumatology. 

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - October 16, 2008
There will be an Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group meeting on Thursday, October 16, 2008 from 2:00-3:00 in the Education Room.  Topic:  "Agitation Syndromes in the Elderly: The ‘Black Hole’ of Dementia Care" presented by Dr. Orr, Neuroscientist and geriatric psychiatrist.

Bridging the Gap - October 18, 2008
There will be a Fall Retreat on October 18, 2008 from 9am-1pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room. Bridging the Gap is a free program that gives kids who have experienced the death of someone special, the opportunity to connect with others "who have been there." 

Flu Clinic in Redwood Falls - Oct. 22, 2008
There will be a Flu Immunization Clinic in Redwood Falls on October 22, 2008 from 1:30-5:30pm at the Redwood Area Community Center Room #3. 

Childbirth Preparation Class - October 25, 2008
Childbirth preparation is a one day course to help you prepare for your new baby. Class will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 9:00am-4:30pm. 

Flu Clinic in Wabasso - Oct. 28, 2008
There will be a Flu Immunization Clinic in Wabasso on October 28, 2008 from 2:30-5:00pm at the Wabasso Community Center.  Click here for more details.

Community Forum - "A Parent's Journey of Finding Comfort After the Tragedy of Suicide" - Oct. 28, 2008
The Redwood Area Hospital in conjunction with other local agencies will be sponsoring a special community forum on October 28, 2008.  Click here for more details.

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November 2008

Free Diabetes Screening - Nov. 3, 2008
The Redwood Area Hospital Diabetes Educators will be at the Medicine Shoppe on Monday, November 3, 2008 from 9am-noon.  Free blood sugar screenings will be offered to those interested.  Click here for more details.

Flu Clinic in Lucan - Nov. 6, 2008
There will be a Flu Immunization Clinic in Lucan on November 6, 2008 from 3:30-5:30pm at the Lucan Community Center.  Click here for more details.

Free Diabetes Screening - Nov. 6, 2008
The Redwood Area Hospital Diabetes Educators will be at Sward Kemp-Snyder Drug on Thursday, November 6, 2008 from 9am-noon.  Free blood sugar screenings will be offered to those interested.  Click here for more details.

Continuous Glucose Monitoring Informational Meeting - Nov. 6, 2008
The Redwood Area Hospital Diabetes & Nutrition Center, along with Medtronic is sponsoring a free informational meeting on REAL-Time Continuous Glucose Monitors on Thursday, November 6, 2008 from 7-8pm.  Click here for more details (coming soon).

Free Diabetes Screening - Nov. 7, 2008
The Redwood Area Hospital Diabetes Educators will be at Wal-Mart on Friday, November 7, 2008 from 9am-noon.  Free blood sugar screenings will be offered to those interested.  Click here for more details.

Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group - Nov. 11, 2008

There will be an Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group meeting on November 11, 2008 from 2:00-3:30pm in the Redwood Area Hospital Education Room.  Topic: "Exercises for the Arthritic Hand" presented by Annie Albrecht, OTR, Redwood Area Hospital. 
 

Flu Clinic in Redwood Falls - Nov. 18, 2008
There will be a Flu Immunization Clinic in Redwood Falls on November 18, 2008 from 2:30-5:30pm at the Redwood Area Community Center Room #3.  Click here for more details.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group - November 20, 2008
There will be an Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 2:00-3:30 in the Education Room.  Topic:  "Caregiving & the Holidays" presented by Chaplin Mary Pauluk.

Tree of Lights - November 21, 2008
This holiday season, remember your loved ones by helping light the Redwood Area Hospital Hospice Tree of Lights.  Downtown Redwood Falls, 6:00pm, located at the lot across from Sward Kemp-Snyder Drug.  Click here for donation flyer and full schedule.

Tree of Lights - November 21, 2008
This holiday season, remember your loved ones by helping light the Redwood Area Hospital Hospice Tree of Lights.  Morton Post Office, 7:00pm.  Click here for donation flyer and full schedule.

Preparing for the Holidays
Preparing for the Holidays will no longer be held as a group event.  If you would like more information about preparing for the holidays or other special days while you morn the loss of a loved one, please contact Joleen Johnson, LSW at 507-637-4616 or Amy Boettger, LSW at 507-637-4617.

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December 2008

Tree of Lights - December 3, 2008
This holiday season, remember your loved ones by helping light the Redwood Area Hospital Hospice Tree of Lights.  Gil Mor Manor, Morgan, 6:30pm  Click here for donation flyer and full schedule.

A Christmas to Remember - TBA
A Christmas to Remember is a Christmas gathering at a local home in Redwood Falls.  Participants will be able to tour the sponsor home as they are treated to a free gift and holiday sweets.  A Silent Auction will also be held with proceeds going to "Seasons."

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