February
6
Freedom from Smoking Cessation Classes
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Freedom from Smoking Cessation Classes Beginning Tuesday, February 6, 2018 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eight classes over 7 Weeks HCMC Private Dining Room Freedom From Smoking classes from the American Lung Association will help you learn how to overcome your tobacco addiction so you can enjoy the benefits of better health, extra money in your pocket and healthier relationships. You’ll learn about: •Medicines that can help you stop smoking •Lifestyle changes that make quitting easier •Preparing for Quit Day •Managing stress •Avoiding weight gain •Developing a new self-image •How to stay smoke-free for good Class Dates are as follows:
  • February 6
  • February 13
  • February 21 -Wednesday Class
  • February 27
  • March 1 - Thursday Class
  • March 6
  • March 13
  • March 20
For more information or to register,call 731-644-8215 or 731-644-3463 or register online here:  
February
12
Living Well with Chronic Conditions
10:00am - 12:00pm
Are you enduring a chronic condition but ready to start enjoying life again?  It's time to live well!  Join us for our Living Well with Chronic Conditions Class that begins on February 12, 2018.  It will be weekly for 6 weeks from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon with lunch provided.  The class will be held in our Private Dining Room.  There will also be a free health screening provided upon completion of the class.   It is free but you must RSVP by calling 731-644-3463 or register online below:  
March
5
PreventT2 Diabetes Prevention Program
4:00pm - 5:00pm
1 in 3 Americans has pre-diabetes and most do not know it. YOU MAY HAVE PREDIABETES and be at risk for type 2 diabetes if you:
  • Are 45 years of age or older
  • Are overweight
  • Have a family history of type 2 diabetes Are physically active fewer than 3 times per week
  • Ever had diabetes while pregnant (gestational diabetes) or gave birth to a baby that weighed more than 9 pounds
Begins March 5, 2018 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. HCMC Private Dining Room Join us for the PreventT2 Diabetes Prevention Program and learn how to prevent this chronic health condition. As part of a PreventT2 group, you will work with a trained lifestyle coach and other participants to learn the skills you need to make lasting changes. You will learn to eat healthy, add physical activity to your life, manage stress, stay motivated, and solve problems that can get in the way of healthy changes. PreventT2 is a year-long program with weekly meetings for the first 6 months, then meetings once or twice a month for the second 6 months to help you maintain your healthy lifestyle changes. By meeting with others who have prediabetes you can celebrate each other’s successes and work together to overcome obstacles Call the HCMC FIndLine at 731-644-3463 to join the class or register below:  
March
21
Community Health Screening
8:00am - 10:00am
Wednesday, March 21, 2018 8 am - 10 am Weakley County Office on Aging 589 Evergreen St. Dresden, TN 38225 Health Screenings Include:
  • Blood Pressure
  • Blood Sugar
  • Hemoglobin A1c
  • Osteoporosis
  • Total Cholesterol ($3) - or - Full Lipid Panel ($10)
All results will be reviewed by a nurse.  To ensure accuracy of results, all participants are encouraged to be fasting at least 6 hours prior to testing. All screenings will be performed on-site, using point-of-care fingerstick machines. Results will be available immediately. A pharmacist will also be available for medication questions and review. For questions, contact Gail Rogers at 731-364-5678 or Allison Castleman, RN at 731-644-8215
May
3
Community Health Screening – Benton County Senior Citizen Center
8:30am - 10:30am
Thursday, May 3, 2018 8:30 am - 10:30 am Benton County Senior Citizen Center 119 Cole Avenue - Camden, TN *No appointment necessary* HCMC staff members will be offering health screenings and educational materials.  Anna Whitwell, Pharmacy Resident, will be on hand to answer questions about medications and review medications with those attending. The following screenings will be offered:
  • Blood Pressure (Free)
  • Blood Sugar (Free)
  • Hemoglobin A1c (Free)
  • Total Cholesterol ($3.00)
  • Lipid Panel ($10.00)
  • Osteoporosis Screening (Free)
*Fasting is required for the Blood Sugar, Total Cholesterol and Lipid Panel.*  
June
20
85210 Summer Day Camp – Henry County
9:00am - 3:00pm
8-5-2-1-0 Let's Go Summer Camp 2018 Wednesday, June 20, 2018 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Atkins Porter Gym ~ Paris, TN Lunch Provided by the Summer Feeding Program from 12 Noon to 1 p.m. Camp is from 9 a.m.. to 3 p.m. (No early drop offs) Appropriate clothing including tennis shoes and shorts must be worn and please bring a water bottle. This summer camp is designed to teach children about the importance of nutrition, sleep, and exercise to their health with fun activities including exercises, games, interactive learning and handouts. There are only 30 spots available for this FREE camp, geared toward elementary and middle school students, 1st grade through 5th grade. To register for this FREE camp, call the HCMC Find Line at 731-644-3463 or online here: 
Registration for the camp will end on Tuesday, June 19, 2018.
You must also return all camp paperwork before you are registered for each child.  Paperwork is available from the Marketing Department or you can fill out the form below with a request for paperwork to be sent to you.  Please ensure that you list names of children attending with age and grade completed in the message areas below: [contact-form][contact-field label="Name" type="name" required="true" /][contact-field label="Email" type="email" required="true" /][contact-field label="Website" type="url" /][contact-field label="Message" type="textarea" /][/contact-form]
June
27
Chronic Disease Management Screenings
7:00am - 11:00am
Wednesday, June 27, 2018 HCMC Classrooms 2 & 3 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.   Our Chronic Disease Management Program offers screening including total lipid panel, blood sugar, blood pressure, BMI  and A1c.  if a person has a chronic condition , smokes or is overweight, they can join the program for free. Participants are screened every three months and receive education about their chronic conditions.   Anyone can show up the day of the screening to join the program.  All patients must be fasting for 8 hours to participate in the screening. For more information on these screenings or to join our Chronic Disease Management program, call 731-644-8215 or email aecastleman@hcmc-tn.org
July
11
Chronic Disease Management Screenings
7:00am - 11:00am
Wednesday, July 11, 2018 HCMC Classrooms 2 & 3 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.   Our Chronic Disease Management Program offers screening including total lipid panel, blood sugar, blood pressure, BMI  and A1c.  if a person has a chronic condition , smokes or is overweight, they can join the program for free. Participants are screened every three months and receive education about their chronic conditions.   Anyone can show up the day of the screening to join the program.  All patients must be fasting for 8 hours to participate in the screening. For more information on these screenings or to join our Chronic Disease Management program, call 731-644-8215 or email aecastleman@hcmc-tn.org
July
18
85210 Every Day! Summer Camp in Camden TN
9:00am - 3:00pm
8-5-2-1-0 Let's Go Summer Camp 2018 Wednesday, July 18, 2018 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Camden Elementary School, Camden, TN Lunch Provided  from 12 Noon to 1 p.m. Camp is from 9 a.m.. to 3 p.m. (No early drop offs) Appropriate clothing including tennis shoes and shorts must be worn and please bring a water bottle. This summer camp is designed to teach children about the importance of nutrition, sleep, and exercise to their health with fun activities including exercises, games, interactive learning and handouts. There are only 30 spots available for this FREE camp, geared toward elementary and middle school students, 1st grade through 5th grade. To register for this FREE camp, call the HCMC Find Line at 731-644-3463 or online below.  Registration for the camp will end on Tuesday, July 17, 2018. You must also return all camp paperwork before you are registered for each child.  Paperwork is available online or can be e-mailed to aecastleman@hcmc-tn.org
July
19
85210 Every Day! Summer Camp in Huntingdon
9:00am - 3:00pm
8-5-2-1-0 Let's Go Summer Camp 2018 Thursday, July 19, 2018 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. First Baptist Church, Huntingdon, TN Lunch Provided  from 12 Noon to 1 p.m. Camp is from 9 a.m.. to 3 p.m. (No early drop offs) Appropriate clothing including tennis shoes and shorts must be worn and please bring a water bottle. This summer camp is designed to teach children about the importance of nutrition, sleep, and exercise to their health with fun activities including exercises, games, interactive learning and handouts. There are only 30 spots available for this FREE camp, geared toward elementary and middle school students, 1st grade through 5th grade. To register for this FREE camp, call the HCMC Find Line at 731-644-3463 or online below. Registration for the camp will end on Wednesday, July 18. You must also return all camp paperwork before you are registered for each child.  Paperwork is available online or can be e-mailed to aecastleman@hcmc-tn.org
August
2
Living Well with Chronic Conditions
5:00pm - 7:00pm
Thursdays starting August 2 for 6 weeks from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the HCMC Classrooms 2 & 3 If you or someone you love has health problems such as diabetes, arthritis, cancer, chronic bronchitis, high blood pressure or other chronic diseases, the Living Well with Chronic Conditions workshops can help you take control of your life. By participating in a six-session workshop, you will learn ways to:
  • Manage your symptoms
  • Communicate better with your doctor, family members and friends
  • Lessen your anger and frustration
  • Fight fatigue and pain
  • Build confidence
  • Manage stress and learn to relax
  • Discover better nutrition and exercise choices
  • Manage medications
  • Get more out of life!
Spaces are limited for the 2-hour workshop, held each week for six weeks by certified leaders with health conditions themselves. Cost is free and open to anyone with a chronic condition.  Spouses, family member and caregivers are welcome to attend.  Each workshop participant receives the book, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions and a relaxation CD. Free Screening will be offered after the completion of the class. To register, call 731-644-3463 or at www.hcmc-tn.org.
August
29
Chronic Disease Management Screenings
7:00am - 11:00am
Wednesday, August 29, 2018 HCMC Classrooms 2 & 3 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.   Our Chronic Disease Management Program offers screening including total lipid panel, blood sugar, blood pressure, BMI  and A1c.  if a person has a chronic condition , smokes or is overweight, they can join the program for free. Participants are screened every three months and receive education about their chronic conditions.   Anyone can show up the day of the screening to join the program.  All patients must be fasting for 8 hours to participate in the screening. For more information on these screenings or to join our Chronic Disease Management program, call 731-644-8215 or email aecastleman@hcmc-tn.org
September
17
Better Breathers Club
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Better Breathers Clubs are welcoming support groups for individuals with COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer, and their caregivers.  Learn better ways to better cope with lung disease while getting the support of others in similar situations. HCMC and the Paris and Henry County Healthcare Foundation will be providing trained facilitators to give you the tools you need to live the best quality of life you can.   The HCMC Better Breathers Club will begin meeting every 3rd Monday of each month in the HCMC Cafeteria from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. and feature educational presentations on a wide range of relevant topics, including:
  • How COPD affects the lungs
  • Breathing techniques
  • Exercise
  • Talking with your physician
  • Medications and other treatment options
  • Medical tests
  • Supplemental oxygen
  • Home healthcare
  • Lung transplants
  • Air pollution
You don't have to feel alone or isolated.  It feels good to talk with others who understand—and that can have a positive impact on your health.   For more information on the new Better Breathers Club, call the Paris and Henry County Healthcare Foundation at 731-644-8215.