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1 Community Connections Edition Formerly Journey to Wellness April 2012 Cleveland Clinic is committed to helping you make positive health and wellness choices. We invite you and your family to take advantage of the programs offered in your community. Look inside for: Health Talks & Special Events Calendar Upcoming Health Screenings Fitness Activities Schedule Healthwise Connection Events HWC Support Group Information

2 Health Talks & Special Events / April 2012 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday w Computer Orientation Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters How to Beat the Blues w Computer Arthritis Expo Orientation Medication Matters Now What Was I Saying? Understanding and Enhancing Memory Men: Tune Up Your Heart and Intimate Life Healthy Solon 5K Run for Wellness w Computer Orientation Bone to Bone: Keeping Your Joints Flexible Vocal Health: What Is Your Voice Telling You? Healthcare Information Expo Art in the Afternoon tours for individuals with memory loss Living Fit and Staying Healthy in Cleveland Avoid Medication Errors Ask the Experts at Dinner with the Docs w Computer Relaxed, Relaxed and Ready Orientation Empowered Cleveland Clinic and Ready Chagrin Falls Family Health Center Open House Prescription Take-Back Day It s All About You! A Conference for Teens and Young Adults w Computer Orientation Your Bone Health Is at Risk See full event descriptions following this calendar for details and locations. w = Ongoing Event April 1 7 n Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters HWC Tuesday, Apr. 3 / 9:30 a.m. hot breakfast, 10 a.m. program Ross C. DeJohn Community Center, 6306 Marsol Rd., Mayfield Heights, Mary Lambert of The Alzheimer s Association will discuss how the warning signs of Alzheimer s disease are often dismissed as side effects of normal aging. If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it is time to learn the facts and find out how to recognize the signs. Sponsored by McGregor. Free. Reservations required or visit clevelandclinic.org/hwc n How to Beat the Blues HWC Thursday, Apr. 5 / 11 a.m. talk, noon lunch with special dessert Euclid Senior Center, One Bliss Ln., Euclid, Depression is like falling into a deep, dark hole, and you are unable to get out. Nancy O Maille from Euclid Hospital s Neuro Day Program will explain a depression diagnosis and identify treatment options and safety measures. Special dessert sponsored by Mentor Way Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Free. Space is limited. Reservations required April 8 14 n Medication Matters HWC Monday, Apr. 9 / 11:30 a.m. lunch, noon talk Bedford Heights Community Center, 5615 Perkins Rd., Bedford Heights, Learn why it s important to finish your medications and to watch for side effects. Get answers from a South Pointe Hospital pharmacist. Bring your list of medications and ask about your concerns. Lunch sponsored by HCR ManorCare. Free. Reservations required or visit clevelandclinic.org/hwc Cleveland Clinic Health Talks n Arthritis Expo Wednesday, Apr. 11 / 1 p.m. registration, 1:30 4:30 p.m. program Corporate College, Room 126, 4400 Richmond Rd., Warrensville Heights, Four Cleveland Clinic experts will discuss the following topics: Russell DeMicco, DO Treatment for Back & Neck Pain Robert Hampton, DO Hip & Knee Replacement: What s New? William Seitz, MD Surgical Treatment for Arthritis in the Hand, Wrist, Elbow & Shoulder Howard R. Smith, MD Medical Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis & Osteoarthritis Free. Pre-registration is required. Call Arthritis Foundation at , ext. 6432, or , ext. 6432, or register online at n Now What Was I Saying? Understanding and Enhancing Memory HWC Wednesday, Apr. 11 / 9:30 a.m. hot breakfast, 10 a.m. program Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, Second Floor Community Room Mary Lambert of The Alzheimer s Association will present the basics of how the brain works, the primary principles of memory, techniques to improve memory, and things you can do for improving overall brain health. Sponsored by Candlewood Park Healthcare Center. Free. Reservations required or visit clevelandclinic.org/hwc Cleveland Clinic Health Talks n Men: Tune Up Your Heart and Intimate Life Saturday, Apr. 14 / 9 a.m. continental breakfast, 9:30 11:30 a.m. program Cleveland Clinic Administrative Campus, Building 3, Auditorium on Lower Level, 3050 Science Park Dr., Beachwood, Telemedicine Broadcast: Ashtabula County Medical Center Education Center, 2420 Lake Ave., Ashtabula Speakers: Mehdi Shishehbor, DO Coronary Heart Disease and Erectile Dysfunction: What s the Connection? Drogo K. Montague, MD Erectile Dysfunction: Prevention and Treatment Free. To attend, please call or , or visit clevelandclinic.org/healthtalks Continued

3 April n Healthy Solon 5K Run for Wellness Sunday, Apr. 15 / 8:30 a.m. Solon Community Center, Portz Parkway, Solon, T-shirts and sizes guaranteed for all registered by April 6. Includes refreshments and awards for top runners. Sponsored by the City of Solon, Cleveland Clinic Solon Family Health Center, South Pointe Hospital and Hillcrest Hospital. $20 pre-registration for 5K Run; $15 pre-registration for 1 Mile Walk. To register or for more information, go to or call n Art in the Afternoon tours for individuals with memory loss Sunday, Apr. 15 / 2 3:15 p.m. and every third Sunday of the month Miller Family Pavilion main information desk at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Join the Art Program for a guided art tour of the renowned Cleveland Clinic Art Collection, specially designed for individuals with memory loss and their care partners. Tours are designed to lift the spirits, engage the mind and provide an enjoyable social experience. Free. Valet parking available. Reservations required For more information, visit n Living Fit and Staying Healthy in Cleveland Monday, Apr. 16 / 5:30 8 p.m. Windermere United Methodist Church, Euclid Ave., Cleveland, A Healthy Lifestyle program designed to help you live healthier and longer through exercise, education and nutrition. Free. Registration required. Call after April 1. Exercise: Fitness Fun for Mature Adults Health Education: Loving Your Heart for Life, Brenda Parks, Health Equity Director, Cleveland & Pittsburgh markets, American Heart Association and American Stroke Association Nutrition: Healthy cooking demonstration and fellowship meal with Vel Scott of Healthy Cooking with Vel n Avoid Medication Errors Tuesday, Apr. 17 / 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. Marymount Hospital, Auditorium Taking multiple medications and supplements increases your risk for dangerous interactions. Join staff from Marymount Family Pharmacy for tips on avoiding serious medication errors. Light lunch provided. Free. Registration required: Cleveland Clinic Health Talks n Vocal Health: What Is Your Voice Telling You? Thursday, Apr. 19 / 6 p.m. registration, 6:30-8 p.m. program Beachwood Family Health & Surgery Center, Cedar Rd., Beachwood, Speakers: Tom Abelson, MD: Voicebox Primer Nuts and Bolts of the Ultimate Instrument Tom Abelson, MD: Medical Evaluation and Care of the Voice Douglas Hicks, PhD: General Vocal Hygiene Do s and Don ts Free. To attend, please call or , or visit clevelandclinic.org/healthtalks n Ask the Experts at Dinner with the Docs HWC Thursday, Apr. 19 / 5 p.m. registration, 6 p.m. dinner, 6:45 p.m. program Executive Caterers at Landerhaven, 6111 Landerhaven Dr., Mayfield Heights, Join us for an informal Ask A Doc panel discussion, where the audience gets to choose the topics. Hillcrest physicians will briefly discuss their specialties and open the floor for questions from the audience. Cost is $10. Reservations required by mail only (see below). Information at or visit clevelandclinic.org/hwc Panel members: Jeffrey Lautman, MD, nephrologist (moderator); Scott Burg, DO, rheumatologist; Avrum G. Jacobs, MD, cardiologist; John Marino, MD, infectious disease; Jay Morrow, MD, endocrinologist; Edward Nemet, DPM, podiatrist; Victor Shin, MD, ophthalmologist Reservations by mail only (must be postmarked by Apr. 12). $10 per person. Make check payable to Healthwise Connection and mail to: Cleveland Clinic Administrative Campus, Science Park Dr., AC111, Beachwood, Attention: Healthwise Connection [Please write phone number and date of program ( ) in check s memo space.] Cleveland Clinic Health Talks n Bone to Bone: Keeping Your Joints Flexible Tuesday, Apr. 17 / 6 p.m. registration, 6:30 8 p.m. program Chagrin Falls Family Health Center, 551 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls, Speakers: Carly Day, MD Treatment for Arthritis Mark Lundblad, PT Osteoarthritis: Exercise for Your Bones and Joints Free. To attend, please call or , or visit clevelandclinic.org/healthtalks n Healthcare Information Expo HWC Friday, Apr. 20 / 10 a.m. 2 p.m. South Pointe Hospital, Harvard Ave., Building B, Warrensville Heights, Local organizations will present information about various healthcare and housing services. Sponsored by South Pointe Hospital Healthwise Connection and the PNG (Professional Networking Group) specializing in senior services. Free. Information: April n Relaxed, Empowered and Ready Tuesday, Apr. 24 / noon 1:30 p.m. Assisi Hall, Villa St. Joseph (located on the Marymount Hospital campus) 5200 Marymount Village Dr., Garfield Heights, This program is designed to empower participants to be prepared for whatever challenges life sends their way. A variety of coping strategies, from practical to philosophical, are offered for managing adversity and improving well-being. The program includes relaxation technique demonstrations, and identification of major stressors and strategies. Refreshments provided. Free. Registration required: n Relaxed and Ready Wednesday, Apr. 25 / 7 8:30 p.m. Euclid Hospital, Waltz Auditorium Laura Hazen, Education Director, Hanson Services Come and enjoy a guided imagery program designed to relieve stress and promote relaxation. This program will review coping strategies to help participants with tools for managing adversity and improving well-being. Reservations: n Cleveland Clinic Chagrin Falls Family Health Center Open House Saturday, Apr. 28 / noon 3 p.m. Chagrin Falls Family Health Center, 551 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls, Cleveland Clinic Chagrin Falls Family Health Center is hosting an open house to showcase its new services and expansion. Includes activities, refreshments and entertainment. Free. Information: n Prescription Take-Back Day Saturday, Apr. 28 / 10 a.m. 2 p.m. The Drug Enforcement Administration, in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic and other local law enforcement agencies, is sponsoring a National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day to enable the public to safely dispose of unused or expired medications and narcotics with no questions asked. Information: Inspector Edward Baldzicki, Drive-through drop-off sites will be open at the following locations: Fairview Hospital Euclid Hospital Lutheran Hospital Marymount Hospital n It s All About You! A Conference for Teens and Young Adults Saturday, Apr. 28 / 10 a.m. 2 p.m. Shaw High School, Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Conference includes current topics for teens, including dating and domestic violence; cyber-bullying; living a healthy lifestyle through healthy nutrition and fun exercise; and HIV and AIDS. Keynote speaker is Rellise Henry, author of the e-book, The Successful Teenager. Includes workshops, hands-on activities and lunch. Sponsored by the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, the Minority Health Alliance and THE WORD Church. Free. Registration recommended All participants eligible to win a Wii and Just Dance 3 Bundle. n Your Bone Health Is at Risk HWC Monday, Apr. 30 / noon lunch, 12:30 p.m. talk Aurora Senior Center, 129 West Pioneer Trail, Aurora, Osteoporosis and its risk factors are discussed by Jennifer Solivas-Maluyao, MD, of the Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center. Learn how to protect your bones. Lunch sponsored by Aurora Manor. Free. Registration required

4 Ongoing Events w Computer Orientation HWC Mondays / 9:30 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. South Pointe Hospital, Building A, Community Health Resource Center (near cafeteria) Knowledgeable volunteers provide hands-on instruction on using and Internet sites, including finding health resources. Free. Registration required: w Benefits CheckUp Service for Seniors HWC Available by appointment South Pointe Hospital, Building A, First Floor, Community Health Resource Center (near cafeteria) A service of The National Council on Aging, Benefits CheckUp helps people connect to government programs that can help pay for prescription drugs, healthcare, utilities and other needs. w Fit Youth! Fit Youth! is a 12-week weight-management program that helps kids and families learn to make healthy lifestyle changes. The session includes weekly meetings with a pediatric psychologist, registered dietitian, exercise physiologist and pediatrician. Pre-registration required. Call for dates, times and locations. Beachwood: Fairview Wellness Center in Rocky River: Independence: Stephanie Tubbs Jones: Strongsville: Willoughby Hills: Wooster: w The Total Experience This Total Joint Replacement Pre-Surgery Education Class prepares individuals for total hip or total knee replacement. Classes cover the entire process. Recommended for anyone considering or scheduled for total joint replacement surgery. It is best to attend the class at the hospital where your surgery will be scheduled. Free. Pre-registration required. Call for dates, times and locations. Euclid Hospital: Hillcrest Hospital: Marymount Hospital: South Pointe Hospital: Walk with a Doc combines a casual 1.5- to 3-mile walk with a brief informative talk by Cleveland Clinic Family Health Center physicians. Topics based upon the physician s specialty and the requests of participants. No registration required. Beachwood Chapter: Every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Beachwood Place, Cedar Rd., Beachwood, (meet in Food Court) Solon Chapter: Every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Solon Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation, 4101 Fulton Pkwy., Cleveland, (meet at Squaw Rock Picnic area) Twinsburg Chapter: Every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Center Valley Park, Ravenna Rd., Twinsburg, (Meet at Dodge Intermediate School entrance) Willoughby Hills Chapter: Every Saturday, 9 a.m. Penitentiary Glen, 8668 Kirtland-Chardon Rd., Kirtland, (meet at the entrance to the Wildlife Center) Health Screenings / April 2012 Cleveland Clinic offers an incredible range of health screenings for you to better monitor and maintain your health. The majority of these opportunities are available at no cost and occur on a regularly scheduled basis, so it s even easier for you to participate. n Blood Pressure Screenings Free. Available on walk-in basis. Daily / 24 Hours Sagamore Hills Medical Center Emergency Department 863 West Aurora Rd. (Route 82), Building One, Sagamore Hills, Monday through Friday / 7:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Euclid Hospital, Pre-Admission Testing Department Tuesdays / 9 11 a.m. South Pointe Hospital, Building A, Community Health Resource Center, (off the cafeteria) Information: Tuesday, Apr. 10 / 10 a.m. noon Hillcrest Hospital Atrium Information: n Hypertension Screening Program: Know Your Numbers Blood pressure, weight and blood glucose screenings. Sponsored by the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center s Community Wellness Department. Free. Information: Tuesdays, Apr. 10, 24 / 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Helen S. Brown Senior Center, Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Wednesdays, Apr. 4, 18 / 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Cleveland Public Library, Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Wednesdays, Apr. 11, 25 / 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Community Circle II Apartments, 8925 Hough Ave., Cleveland, Wednesday, Apr. 25 / 1 2:30 p.m. University Heights Public Library, Cedar Rd., University Heights, Thursdays, Apr. 12, 26 / 2:30 4 p.m. Owl s Nest Apartments, 2020 Taylor Rd., Cleveland, Fridays, Apr. 13, 27 / 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Jewish Community Center at Warrensville Center Apartments, 1500 Warrensville Center Rd., Cleveland Heights, n Glaucoma Screenings Monday, Apr. 2 / 1 4 p.m. Marymount Hospital, Auditorium Glaucoma screening by ophthalmologist Ildiko Kondray, MD. No registration necessary. Free. Information at n Hearing Screening and Video Otoscopy Tuesday, Apr. 10 / 10 11:30 a.m. South Pointe Hospital, Building A, Audiology Department Screening by licensed audiologist. Hearing aid discounts for Healthwise Connection members. A more comprehensive screening is available by request. Free. By appointment only n Stroke Risk Assessments Tuesdays / 9 11 a.m. South Pointe Hospital, Building A, Community Health Resource Center (off the cafeteria) A blood pressure check and family health history will create a picture of your stroke risk. A File of Life emergency medical file, risk assessment form and stroke literature will be provided. Free. Information: n Healthy Heart Screening Determine your cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure levels. Discuss results with a registered nurse. Please note: These screenings should be done no more than once every three months. No fasting or pre-registration necessary. Free. Tuesday, Apr. 3 / 9 a.m. noon Cuyahoga County Public Library, Independence Branch, 6361 Selig Dr., Independence, Information: Tuesday, Apr. 10 / 9 a.m. noon Marymount Hospital, Door 4 Lobby (west end of campus near Emergency Department) Information: Wednesday, Apr. 18 / 9 a.m. noon South Pointe Hospital, Building B Lobby Continued

5 Health Screenings / April 2012 n Handgrip Testing Thursday, Apr. 12 / 9 11 a.m. Marymount Hospital, Door 4 Lobby (west end of campus, near Emergency Department) Measure your grip strength with a hand-held device. Learn how to improve your grip. Free. Walk-ins welcome. Information: n Mammogram Mondays (through Fridays) Ongoing program. Information: Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Sponsored by Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center (STJHC) in partnership with The National Breast Cancer Foundation and Colgate Palmolive. This grant-funded program provides free mammogram screenings for qualified women 40 years of age and older with no insurance; no age restriction for women with a family history of breast cancer. Simply obtain a mammogram order from your physician and contact the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center at and mention Mammogram Mondays. If you do not have a physician, call for more information. Transportation provided as needed within a five-mile radius of STJHC. Uninsured patients requiring follow-up will be referred to STJHC. n Let s Get Physical Day at Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center: Medicare s One-Time Physical Exam Ongoing program. By appointment only. Information: Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, Euclid Ave., Cleveland, If you just enrolled in Medicare Part B, you can receive a one-time preventive checkup from a Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center physician. The exam consists of a visual acuity screening; measurement of body mass index; and a review of other factors based on the patient s medical and social history, and current clinical standards. Exam must be done within one year of enrollment. Insurance required for services. Medicare Part B accepted (Medicare HMO, PPO and PFFS may cover routine physicals). Mammogram Screenings by ANGELs Ongoing program / Information: Euclid and South Pointe hospitals This program is working toward reducing the number of deaths among African- American women by offering early-detection programs, access to screening and empowering breast health practices. Offers free or low-cost mammograms. Support Groups and Seminars / April 2012 n Brain Injury Support Group Euclid Hospital / or Hillcrest Hospital / n Cancer Support Groups Cancer Support Group Wednesday, Apr. 18 / 2 3 p.m. Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, Second Floor, Conference Room C For more information, call or Staying in Touch Breast Cancer Support Group Hillcrest Hospital / Congestive Heart Failure and Chronic Kidney Disease Support Group Euclid Hospital / Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients Receiving Chemotherapy and/or Radiation Hillcrest Hospital / n Diabetes Support Groups Hillcrest Hospital / Euclid Hospital / Marymount Hospital / South Pointe Hospital / Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center / n Grief and Bereavement Support Groups Love Lives On (miscarriage, loss of infant) Hillcrest Hospital / Marymount Hospital / n Parenting Programs Parenting Education Support Groups The following parenting education support groups are sponsored by Hillcrest Hospital. Breastfeeding / Voice Mail: New Mothers Discussion Group / Boot Camp for Dads / Stork s Nest / Prenatal Yoga Mondays and Thursdays / 7 8 p.m. Hillcrest Hospital North Campus, $10 per class Call for information and registration Stork s Nest Program Saturday, Apr. 21 / 9 a.m. noon Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, Community Room A&B Stork s Nest is a monthly prenatal health education hour held at the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center. The program is open to pregnant women and their partners, with the seminar content covering the entire range of pregnancy topics from your health before pregnancy, through your baby s first birthday. The seminars are conducted by trained health professional volunteers using March of Dimesapproved lesson plans. For more information, call Boot Camp for New Dads Saturday, Apr. 21 / 9 a.m. noon Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, Community Room A&B Wanted: Expectant fathers and fathers with a newborn child. Dads will be taught: How to support mom and form a parenting team How to bond with the baby Best way to hold, feed, cuddle your new baby Child safety and child abuse prevention tips The importance of maintaining a father in the family For more information, call Continued

6 Support Groups and Seminars / April 2012 n Stroke Support Groups Cognition and Communication after Stroke Friday, Apr. 27 / 11 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Euclid Hospital Health Center, Lake Shore Blvd., Euclid, Emily Petro, MS, CCC-SLP, speech language pathologist at Euclid Hospital, presents short-term and long-term strategies for success. Sponsored by the Euclid Hospital Stroke Support Group. Information at Free. No reservations necessary. n Other Support Groups ECHO Group Encountering Christ s Healing Over and Over Thursdays / 7 8:30 p.m. Marymount Hospital, Auditorium A Information: Lupus Support Groups Sponsored by Life with Lupus Now. South Pointe Hospital / Pain Support Group Cleveland Clinic Pain Management Center at Hillcrest Hospital Family and friends welcome. Reservations required. Hillcrest Medical Building 1, 6803 Mayfield Rd., #214, Mayfield Heights / Pulmonary Support Group Chronic Lung Disease Euclid Hospital / Sarcoidosis Support Group Euclid Hospital / South Pointe Hospital / Sexual Assault: Educational Support for Adult Survivors Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, Hillcrest Hospital North Campus (west entrance) , ext. 118 n Hospital-Based 12-Step Programs Food Addicts Anonymous Mondays / 7 p.m. South Pointe Hospital, Building A, Meditation Room / Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Sundays / 8 a.m. Hillcrest Hospital, Ross Auditorium / Mondays / 6:30 p.m. South Pointe Hospital, Building B, WW-1 Wednesdays / 6:30 p.m. South Pointe Hospital, Building B, WW-1 / Overeaters Anonymous Sundays / 10 a.m. Hillcrest Hospital, Ross Auditorium / Tuesdays / 7:30 p.m. (men only) Hillcrest Hospital Cancer Center, Oncology Conference Room, HC Call Ralph: or Joe: Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (women s meeting) South Pointe Hospital / Fitness / April 2012 n Line Dancing for Fun and Fitness Learn and practice line dancing, a fun way to stay fit. Beginners welcome. $3 per class. No reservations required. Information: Mondays / 5 6 p.m. Severance Tower Apartments, Community Room, 25 Severance Circle, Cleveland Heights, Thursday, Apr. 12 / 2 3 p.m. Euclid Hospital, Waltz Auditorium (before Supper Club) Free. For reservations, call n Fun with Fitness after 50: Low-Impact Aerobics Tuesdays and Thursdays / 9:30 10:30 a.m. Our Savior Lutheran Church, 2154 SOM Center Rd., Mayfield Heights, Consult your physician before starting a new exercise program or changing your fitness routine. Please wear supportive white-soled tennis shoes. $3 per class. No reservations required. Information: n Pilates Fridays / 1 p.m. Gates Mills Place, South Tower Party Room (lower level), 6805 Mayfield Rd., Mayfield Heights, Pilates focuses on core (abdominal and back) muscles. Its main focus is to reduce back injuries and improve balance and coordination. All levels welcome. Wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes. Bring a mat, towel or blanket. $4 per class. No reservations required. Information: n Tai Chi for Health Class features gentle, slow-moving exercises for all body types and conditions. Tai chi can lower blood pressure, improve flexibility and balance, and reduce pain. Includes seated and standing movements only. Bring soft-soled shoes. One free trial class available. No reservations required. Ongoing, start anytime. Information: Spring Series I: Mondays, Apr. 9 May 21 (skip May 28) (7 wk) / 10 11:15 a.m. Severance Tower Apartments Community Center 25 Severance Circle, Cleveland Heights, Six week series, $12. Drop-ins, $3 per class. Spring Series I: Mondays, Apr. 9 May 21 (skip May 28) (7 wk) / 2 3:15 p.m. Highland Heights Community Center, 5827 Highland Rd., Highland Heights, (behind police/fire station between Bishop and Miner Roads) Six-week series, $24. Drop-ins, $6 per class. n Gentle Yoga for Stress Relief and Wellness Mondays / 1 p.m. or Wednesdays / 10 a.m. Gates Mills Place, North Tower Party Room (lower level), 6809 Mayfield Rd., Mayfield Heights, Yoga can revitalize and enhance your balance, flexibility, strength, clarity and focus. Wear loose-fitting clothing. Bring a mat, towel or blanket. $4 per class. No reservations required. Information: n Line Dance Class with Jimmie Jam Thursdays / 6 8 p.m. Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, Second Floor, Community Room Line dancing for fitness and fun. Beginners and all levels are welcome. Comfortable clothing and shoes advised; no heels please. Cost $4. Classes are ongoing. No registration required. Information: n Staying on Your Toes Thursdays, Mar. 22 May 10 / 4 4:45 p.m. Mayfield Church, Fellowship Hall, 7747 Mayfield Rd., Chesterland, Join our light exercise class designed to concentrate on posture, balance, bone-building and fall-prevention strategies. Free. No reservations required. Information: n Tai Chi for Mind, Body and Spirit Thursdays, 4:30 5:30 p.m. Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center, Community Room Tai chi for all fitness levels with stretching and QiGong breathing for relaxation. Comfortable clothing and shoes advised; no heels please. No reservations required. Information: n Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program Wednesdays and Fridays / 12:30 1:30 p.m. MLK Civic Center, Shaw Ave., Cleveland, This no-impact fitness and relaxation program focuses on the entire individual mind, body and spirit. Instructor is certified by the Arthritis Foundation and is a relaxation strategist. All fitness levels welcome. Free. No reservations required. Information: MLK Civic Center ; Instructor

7 Fitness / April 2012 n Zumba Wednesdays / 11 a.m. Mayfield Church, Fellowship Hall, 7747 Mayfield Rd., Chesterland, A low-intensity, high-energy, Latin-inspired dance class that is safe and easy to follow even for beginners! Wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes. $3 per class. No reservations required. Information: n Get Fit with Zumba Wednesdays, Apr. 25 May 30 / 5:30 6:30 p.m. Marymount Hospital, Auditorium Certified personal trainer and Zumba instructor Joanne Economos will fuse Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow dance moves to create a unique fitness environment. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. This class is appropriate for beginners as well as seasoned exercise enthusiasts. $20 for six-week class; full payment due at first class (cash or check). Registration required: , ext n Break Out Fitness Club Designed by a physical therapist, this unique health club caters to the fitness needs of seniors and people with disabilities. Program includes knowledgeable staff, accessible equipment, a motivating atmosphere and a personalized exercise program. Information: Mondays through Fridays / 4:30 8 p.m. Euclid Hospital Rehabilitation Center n Intermediate to Advanced Mat Pilates Class Mondays and/or Wednesdays / 5:15 6:15 p.m. Euclid Hospital Health Center Pilates focuses on core (abdominal and back) muscles. Research shows that it increases overall strength, improves posture and balance, and reduces the risk of back injuries. $6 per class; payable at each class. Please bring mat or blanket; hand weights optional. Information: n Tai Chi for Health The Skill to Chill Mondays / 5:30 6:30 p.m. (Except third Mondays) Windermere United Methodist Church, Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Experience tai chi, the exercise guaranteed to reduce your aches and pains, lower blood pressure and lift your spirits. Class open to all age groups. Free. No reservations required. Information: n Warm Water Exercise Mondays through Fridays / noon 12:45 p.m. Mondays / 4 4:45 p.m. Wednesdays / 4:15 5 p.m. or 5 5:45 p.m. Limited to four individuals; continuous registration. $24 for six weeks (one day per week). Checks payable to Euclid Hospital. All classes held at Euclid Hospital Health Center. Reservations: n After Work Fun with Fitness Mondays / 3:45 4:45 p.m. South Pointe Hospital, Building B, First Floor, Conference Room Aerobics toning, strengthening and fun with Zumba, an aerobic workout using Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves. Please wear loose-fitting clothing and supportive white-soled tennis shoes. Consult your physician before starting a new exercise program or changing your fitness routine. $2 per class. No reservations required. Information: Healthwise Connection / April 2012 Healthwise Connection: Your Link to a Healthier Life Healthwise Connection provides programming to help people 50 years of age and older maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. For more information, please call HWC ( ) or visit clevelandclinic.org/hwc. You are encouraged to register online for many Healthwise Connection programs! Go to clevelandclinic.org/hwcevents for more information. Healthwise Connection Supper Clubs See details below for menus, locations and activities. All meals include entrée, side dishes, salad, roll, dessert and beverage. Cost is $3.50. Payment will be accepted in the cafeteria on the day of the supper. Reservations must be made in advance (at least two days before the dinner) by calling Euclid Hospital Supper Club / Euclid Hospital Cafeteria Thursday, Apr. 12 / Stuffed Cabbage Bingo 3 4 p.m.; supper 4 p.m. Bingo sponsored by Gateway Retirement Community, Madison Health Care and Altercare of Mentor. Birthday cakes sponsored by HCR Manor Care of Willoughby. Hillcrest Hospital Supper Club / Hillcrest Hospital Cafeteria Tuesday, Apr. 17 / Stuffed Cabbage Free hand massages 2:30 3:30 p.m. (first-come, first-served); supper at 3:30 p.m.; entertainment during supper; bingo to follow. Please consider parking across the street from the hospital at Hillcrest North Campus, 6777 Mayfield Rd. A hospital shuttle circles the campus approximately every 10 minutes and will bring you to the hospital main entrance. Bingo sponsored by Kindred Healthcare Communities. Free hand massages sponsored by Mentor Way Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Inc. Entertainment sponsored by McGregor. South Pointe Hospital Supper Club / Building A Cafeteria Wednesday, Apr. 11 / Grilled Pork Chops Bingo 2:30 p.m.; entertainment 3 4 p.m.; supper 3:30 p.m. Bingo sponsored by Grande Oaks & Grande Pavilion and Hanson Services. Entertainment sponsored by Broadway Care Center. Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center Supper Club Second Floor Community Room Wednesday, Apr. 18 / Salisbury Steak Bingo 3:30 4 p.m.; supper 4 p.m.; entertainment during supper. Bingo sponsored by HCR Manor Care Euclid Beach. Entertainment sponsored by Healthwise Connection. n Daily Dinner Special Stop in Monday through Friday to receive your entire meal for just $4. Includes choice of one entrée, two side dishes, soup or salad, roll, small beverage (fountain beverage or coffee) and small dessert. You must show your Healthwise Connection membership card to receive this benefit. Euclid Hospital Cafeteria / 4:30 6:30 p.m. Weekly menus are available at the cafeteria. Hillcrest Hospital Cafeteria / 4 7 p.m. For the day s menu, please call Marymount Hospital Cafeteria / 4:30 6:30 p.m. South Pointe Hospital Building B Cafeteria / 4 6 p.m. Weekly menus are available at the cafeteria.

8 Carter Rd. Northfield Rd. Richmond Rd. E. 260th St. Healthwise Connection Tours / April 2012 Seats are limited, so call early. For an informational flier or to register, call JKLTours at or toll-free at Departs from Orr Skating Rink in Euclid (off Babbitt Road, across from YMCA); Mayfield Village Civic Center (Rt. 91 and Wilson Mills Road); and Mandel Jewish Community Center (26001 S. Woodland Ave., Beachwood). Call for additional departure locations. n Springtime at Tara Mansion with Grove City Shopping Wednesday, May 9 / 7:30 a.m. 6 p.m. (Moderate) Tour this charming antebellum mansion inspired by Gone with the Wind, followed by lunch and shopping with no sales tax on clothing in PA. $53 per person. Payment deadline: Monday, Apr. 9. n OSCAR and FELIX: A New Look at the Odd Couple at the Riverside Inn of Cambridge Springs, PA Wednesday, June 13 / 8:30 a.m. 6 p.m. (Mild) A visit to Campbell Barn Pottery and then a matinee show featuring a new look at the Odd Couple in this Neil Simon comedy. $70 per person. Payment deadline: Friday, May 11. n Summer Day Trip to Ohio s Amish Country Friday, June 22 / 7:30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. (Moderate) Family-style lunch at Amish Farmhouse with stops at Smucker s, Dunne Woodworking, Lehman s, Shearer s and more. $65 per person. Payment deadline: Tuesday, May 22. Walking Key Mild: Up to two blocks at a time, limited steps, mostly even surfaces, some standing, intermittent seating. Moderate: Up to ¼ mile at a time, stairs, slight changes in surface level, standing or walking required for up to one hour. Those with limited mobility should bring a caregiver capable of and responsible for providing necessary assistance throughout trip. Strenuous: Long periods of walking, up to one mile at a time, stairs, changes in surface level, standing for long periods. Recommended only for those in good physical condition. Additional Resources / April 2012 Medline Medline is a free physician referral and appointment service for Euclid, Hillcrest and South Pointe hospitals, as well as Fairview, Lakewood, Lutheran, Marymount and Medina hospitals on the West Side. Call our free referral line at , and let Medline take the guesswork out of locating primary care physicians and specialists in your area. Other Health Information Resources Cleveland Clinic also offers free access to health information through a variety of additional resources including: The Patient and Family Health and Education Center on Cleveland Clinic main campus provides free access to easy-to-understand health information. Staffed by health educators and resource nurses, the center is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call for health information requests, or for heart, vascular and thoracic questions. The Center for Consumer Health Information Online Learning Center at my.clevelandclinic.org/health offers free online interactive health resources. Log on between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. weekdays to chat live with health educators who can provide web resources, help you find a physician, tell you how to get a second opinion, or help you make an appointment. The website also offers a schedule of Online Health Chats led by Cleveland Clinic physicians and health specialists. Patients and families who already have a primary care physician at a Cleveland Clinic Family Health Center may use Nurse On Call, a free resource staffed by registered nurses. Nurse On Call is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at or Helping to Keep Our Community Healthy Welcome to Community Connections, a schedule of events, activities and resources designed to help keep you and your family healthy and well. Cleveland Clinic created this expanded calendar format to help you more easily identify upcoming events in your area. Plus, you ll get a new, updated Community Connections every month, so you ll be able to find and register for programs on a more timely basis. Location Information Community Hospitals Family Health Centers Cleveland Clinic offers an incredible breadth of ongoing health screenings, health talks, programs and other resources at our main campus, eight community-based hospitals (Euclid, Fairview, Hillcrest, Lakewood, Lutheran, Marymount, Medina and South Pointe), 18 Family Health Centers and our affiliate, Ashtabula County Medical Center. This edition of Community Connections lists events on your side of town. Cleveland Clinic is committed to helping you make positive health and wellness choices, so we invite you to browse and choose the information and/or programs that are best for you. Tyler Blvd. Euclid Ave. 1. Euclid Hospital Lakeshore Blvd., Euclid, euclidhospital.org Hillcrest Hospital 6780 Mayfield Rd., Mayfield Heights, hillcresthospital.org South Pointe Hospital Harvard Rd., Warrensville Heights, southpointehospital.org Marymount Hospital McCracken Rd., Garfield Heights, marymount.org Sagamore Hills Medical Center 863 West Aurora Rd., Sagamore Hills, Marymount Medical Center 2001 Royalton Rd., Broadview Heights, A. Beachwood Family Health & Surgery Center Cedar Rd., Beachwood, B. Chagrin Falls Family Health Center 551 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls, / C. Independence Family Health Center 5001 Rockside Rd., Crown Center II Independence, / D. Solon Family Health Center Bainbridge Rd., Solon, / E. Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center Euclid Ave., Cleveland, F. Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center 8701 Darrow Rd., Twinsburg, G. Willoughby Hills Family Health Center 2570 SOM Center Rd., Willoughby Hills, / Downtown Cleveland Superior Ave. 6 2 Euclid Ave. Woodland Ave Lake Erie Lakeshore Blvd. Broadway Kinsman Rd. Miles Ave C G Euclid Ave. Noble Rd. Wilson Mills Rd. E Mayfield Rd A Cedar Ave. Fairmount Blvd. Shaker Blvd. Chagrin Blvd. 422 Harvard Ave. 3 Emery Rd Miles Ave. 480 Ravenna Rd F B 306 D 14 Cancellation Policy Call the number listed with the program s registration information if you are unable to attend an event or if you have questions about refunds. Regularly scheduled events (fitness classes, blood pressure clinics, supper clubs, etc.) will be cancelled whenever schools in the same community are cancelled. Fitness classes will not meet on legal holidays. Special events (bus trips, health fairs, etc.) are generally not cancelled due to weather unless the State Highway Patrol closes the highways.