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Lifestyle U Program Thursdays, April 4 through June 13 / 6–8 p.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

Wednesdays, April 17 through July 3 / 5:30–7:30 p.m. Cleveland Clinic Lyndhurst Campus

A 12-week weight and lifestyle management program that will give you the tools you need to feel better both mentally and physically. Spend two hours per week with our team of experts in nutrition, fi tness, cooking and stress management. $360. Registration required. Call 877.331.9355 or email LifestyleMed@ccf.org

Health Challenges in Early America and Today Friday, April 5 / 10:30 a.m.Medina Community Recreation Center, 855 Weymouth Road, Medina, 44256

Dr. Richard Rose will share historical information about the health challenges that early Americans faced in contrast with today’s health issues. This is a Healthy Medina event. Free. For information, call 330.721.5987.

Stop Smoking Through Hypnosis Friday, April 5 / 7–9 p.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

The detrimental effects of smoking are undeniable. Hypnosis works at eliminating the desire to smoke without the weight gain and withdrawal. Price includes a reinforcement audiotape. Classes directed by Certifi ed Hypnotherapist. $60 per person. Please call 440.356.0670 to register.

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Cooking Classes Mondays, April 8, 15, 22 and 29 / 7–9 p.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

Classes are demonstration only. There will be recipes to take home and samples to taste.

April 8: Easter Baking: $15, plus $8 food fee payable to the instructor

April 15: Tea Time: $15, plus $8 food fee payable to the instructor

April 22: Sunday Brunch: $15, plus $8 food fee payable to the instructor

April 29: Eat Better for Less: $15, plus $8 food fee payable to the instructor

Call 440.356.0670 to register.

AARP Mature Safe Driving Course Monday, April 8 / 9 a.m.–1 p.m.Edward A. Hall Conference Center, Medina Hospital

The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Driver Safety Program offers this (non-driving) refresher course to drivers 50 years of age and older. In many cases, completion will result in a discount on insurance. This is a Healthy Medina event. change) or check accepted day of class. Registration required.877.234.FITT (3488)

The Total Experience Wednesday, April 10 / 11 a.m.–noon

Wednesday, April 24 / 4–5 p.m.4th Floor, Rehab Conference Room, Medina Hospital

This is a pre-surgical class held by the Medina Hospital Rehabilitation Department to discuss the surgical and hospital experience to prepare an individual who will be having a total hip or total knee replacement. Free. Registration required. 330.721.5009

April 8–14

Shared Medical Appointments (SMAs)SMAs are appointments in which multiple patients with the same chronic medical condition are seen as a group for follow-up or routine care. SMAs provide improved clinician access, education and shared experiences with other patients. To fi nd out where SMAs are offered, go to clevelandclinic.org/sma today!

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Screenings and Health FairFREE 10-minute oral, head and neck cancer screenings Tuesday, April 16 / 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Patient and Family Health & Education Center, Q1-2, 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 44195

Appointments recommended. Call 216.444.3771 or visit clevelandclinic.org/oralscreenings to schedule your screening with a Cleveland Clinic head and neck specialist. Free parking for the fi rst hour.

Health Fair Tuesday, April 16 / 9 a.m.–3 p.m.Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Patient and Family Health & Education Center, Q1-2, 9500 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 44195

Tuesday, April 16 / 6:30–7:30 p.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

Tobacco use is addictive and habit-forming. Most of us know that tobacco use is bad for our health, but quitting can be a challenge. After all, it’s a permanent lifestyle change. Join Tobacco Treatment Specialist Peter McDermott as he helps you navigate options for becoming tobacco-free! Free. Reservations required. Call 877.234.FITT (3488) or visit fairviewhospital.org (on the “News &

Art in the Afternoon TourFor individuals with memory loss and their care partners Sunday, April 21 / 2–3:15 p.m. 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. Tours are hosted every third Sunday of the month and are designed to lift the spirits, engage the mind, and provide an enjoyable social experience for those with memory loss. Free valet parking. Reservations required: 216.448.0232. For more information: clevelandclinic.org/art

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Taste and Wellness EventFor oral, head and neck cancer patients

Sunday, April 14 / 2–5 p.m.American Cancer Society Building, 10501 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 44106

A special outreach event for oral, head and neck cancer patients and their loved ones. To make a reservation for the free event or for additional information, please contact Jeff Husney at 216.536.7234 or Gwen Paull at 216.476.7241.

Cardiac Lifestyle Intervention Program (C.L.I.P.) Tuesdays and Thursdays starting April 23 / 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.Cleveland Clinic Lyndhurst Campus

This innovative three-month comprehensive lifestyle program supplements conventional treatment for heart disease. Moderate exercise, stress management and a low-fat, whole-food nutrition plan can improve blood fl ow to the heart and decrease cholesterol, blood pressure and chest pain. Covered by most insurance companies and Medicare. Registration required. Call 877.331.9355 or email LifestyleMed@ccf.org

Grandparenting for the New Millennium HWC Tuesday, April 23 / 6:30–9 p.m. Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

Join a lively discussion for grandparents-to-be and new grandparents about the changes in birthing and infant care procedures. $20 per family. Registration required. Call 440.356.0347 or visit fairviewhospital.org.

Saturday, April 27 / 10 a.m.–2 p.m.Richard E. Jacobs Health Center, 33100 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon, 44011

The Drug Enforcement Administration, in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic and 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. For more information, call 440.695.4000.

Shingles: Treatment and Prevention Monday, April 29 / 2 p.m.Westlake Village Retirement Community, Main Building, 28550 Westlake Village Drive, Westlake, 44145

Shingles is a painful, blistering rash due to a virus that also causes chicken pox. It is most often found in the elderly, but may occur in people with compromised immune systems. Amber Tulley, MD, will discuss how to treat and prevent shingles from occurring. Call 440.892.6240 for reservations.

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Fairview, Lakewood and Medina hospitals

Fairview, Lakewood and Medina hospitals offer a variety of childbirth and parenting classes to help educate you about your growing family. Some general topics include: healthy pregnancy, preparing for birth, breastfeeding, preparing for baby, preparing for family, infant and child safety, and what happens after delivery. Registration is required for all classes. Support groups for new and

To see the complete list and descriptions of the classes, locations and fees (whereapplicable), visit fairviewhospital.org, lakewoodhospital.org or medinahospital.org. For more information, call the Childbirth and Parenting Program at 440.356.0347.

We encourage you to schedule a visit to the Birthing Center where you plan to deliver. For Fairview and Lakewood hospital tours, please call 440.356.0347 for tour dates and times. To schedule a tour at Medina Hospital, please call 330.721.5090 for tour dates and times. Tours are free, and registration is required.

Walk with a DocWalk with a Doc combines a casual 1.5- to 3-mile walk with a brief informativetalk by Cleveland Clinic Family Health Center physicians. Topics based upon thephysician’s specialty and the requests of participants. No registration required.

Every Friday in April (5, 12, 19, 26) / 10–11 a.m. Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation* – Lorain County Metroparks 913 North Lake St., Amherst, 44001*We meet at the outdoor reservation near the playground.

Every Saturday in April (6, 13, 20, 27) / 9–10 a.m. Black River Reservation* – Lorain County Metroparks 6150 Ford Road, Elyria, 44035*We meet at the Bur Oak entrance.

April 22–30

April 15–21

Health EssentialsGo to clevelandclinic.org/healthessentials to access downloadable recipe guides, podcasts, healthy living tip sheets, the latest in health news and more.

Cleveland Clinic Health Talks

Tuesday, April 16 / 6 p.m. registration; 6:30–8 p.m. programCleveland Clinic Strongsville Family Health & Surgery Center, 16761SouthPark Center, Strongsville, 44136, Community Room, 2nd Floor

Is it time for a hearing aid? Do you want to take control of your osteoarthritis? Do you understand your medications? These questions and others will be addressed when you join us at this health talk. Presenters are:

Elizabeth File, MD – What You Need to Know About Osteoarthritis

Valerie Pavlovich Ruff, AuD – Are You Hearing? Restoring the Sounds of Life

James Milligan, PharmD – Understanding Your Medications

Free. To attend, please call the Center for Consumer Health Information at 216.444.3641 or 800.548.8502, or register online at clevelandclinic.org/healthtalks

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Cancer Support Groups

Support for people who have lost their larynx from cancer Friday, April 5 / 2–3 p.m.Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center at Fairview Hospital, Moll Pavilion, First Floor Conference Room, 18200 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 44111

Call 216.476.7241 for information.

(Support for Persons with Oral, Head and Neck Cancers)

Thursday, April 11 / 4–5:30 p.m.Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center at Fairview Hospital, Moll Pavilion,First Floor Conference Room, 18200 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 44111

Contact Gwen Paull, oncology social worker, at 216.476.7241 prior to meeting.

I Can Cope

Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center at Fairview Hospital, Moll Pavilion, 18200 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 44111, 1st fl oor conference room

Educational and support series co-sponsored by The American Cancer Society.Sessions cover topics of cancer — diagnosis and treatment, side effects of treatment, nutrition, emotional responses, communication, community resources, fi nancial and legal concerns, and spirituality. Continental breakfast and lunch are provided. calling the American Cancer Society: 888.227.6446. For questions, contact Gwen Paull: 216.476.7241.

Look Good … Feel Better Monday, April 15 / 6–8 p.m.Elyria Family Health & Surgery Center, 2nd Floor Community Room, 303 Chestnut Commons Drive, Elyria, 44053

A free American Cancer Society program combats appearance-related sideeffects of cancer. Also supported by the Personal Care Products CouncilFoundation and the National Cosmetology Association. Participants are providedwith free makeup kits. To register, call the American Cancer Society Patient Service Center: 800.227.2345.

For men coping with prostate cancer

Tuesday, April 16 / 6:30–8:30 p.m.The Gathering Place – West, 800 Sharon Drive, Westlake, 44145

Dr. Rahul Tenulkar – Radiation Therapy

Contact coordinator Nat Cooke prior to the meeting at 216.932.2760 or Gwen Paull at 216.476.7241.

Lymphoma Society Wednesday, April 17 / 5:30–7 p.m.Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center at Fairview Hospital, Moll Pavilion,First Floor Conference Room, 18200 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 44111

Questions? Contact Gwen Paull at 216.476.7241.

Women with Gynecologic Cancers No meeting this month. Next meeting May 2Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center at Fairview Hospital, Moll Pavilion,First Floor Conference Room, 18200 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 44111

Contact Gwen Paull, oncology social worker, at 216.476.7241 prior to meeting.

Gathering for Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer No meeting this month. Next meeting May 28Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center at Fairview Hospital, Moll Pavilion,First Floor Conference Room, 18200 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 44111

Contact Gwen Paull, oncology social worker, at 216.476.7241 prior to meeting.

The Grief Recovery Method® Work Group:

Wednesdays, April 17–June 5 / 10:30 a.m.–noonGemini Center, 21225 Lorain Road, Fairview Park, 44126

Mondays, June 17–Aug. 19 / 6:30–8 p.m.Richard E. Jacobs Health Center, 33100 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon, 44011

This work group is for those who desire to address the pain in their lives, due to loss, in hopes of restoring wholeness and the ability to take joy in life. Developed by The Grief Recovery Institute®, this program is conducted by certifi ed specialists. Registration is required. Please call 440.899.7113 or 440.233.8024.

Stroke Support Group for Survivors and Caregivers Last Thursday of Every Month / 5–7 p.m.Lakewood Hospital Wasmer Auditorium, 14519 Detroit Ave, 44107

Please RSVP to Cindy Clark: 216.529.7173.

Stroke Support Group Tuesday, April 30 / 4:30–6:30 p.m.Edward A. Hall Conference Center, Medina Hospital

Stroke-related presentations by physicians and/or other clinical staff, with free blood pressure screenings provided before or after each meeting. This is a Healthy Medina event. Please RSVP to 330.721.5992.

NAMI Mental Health Support Group Wednesdays, April 10 and 24 / 7–9 p.m.Edward A. Hall Conference Center, Medina Hospital / 330.225.6448

Support Groups and Seminars / April 2013 West

Fairview, Lakewood, Lutheran and Medina hospitals offer a comprehensive variety of support groups.For more information, visit fairviewhospital.org, lakewoodhospital.org, lutheranhospital.org or medinahospital.org. For more information on cancer support groups, please visit fairviewhospital.org/cancer or call 216.476.7241.

Fitness / April 2013

Arthritis Foundation Tai ChiMondays and Wednesdays / 8:30–9:15 a.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

Tai Chi for Arthritis is easy and enjoyable to learn and has many healthy benefi ts. Medical studies have shown this program helps people with arthritis reduce pain and improve many aspects of their health. This program is based on Sun style Tai Chi, chosen because of its healing component. Aside from the fundamental set of 12 Tai Chi movements, it contains warmup, wind-down and Qigong breathing exercises. Please contact 440.356.0670 to register.

Fit for AllMondays and Wednesdays / 5:30–6:30 p.m.Fridays / 5:15–6 p.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

A full-body workout to include warmup, low-impact aerobics, strength training and stretching. Suitable for all ages. Work at your own pace and leave feeling refreshed. Please bring a mat or towel and a water bottle. Please contact 440.356.0670 to register.

Fitpaths (For 50 years old and up)Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays / 9–9:50 a.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

This multilevel class is for adults 50 and older who want to reap the benefi ts of aerobic and strength training. Dress in comfortable, loose clothing and leave class feeling energetic. to register.

Fitpaths Too (Geared for Seniors)Tuesdays and Thursdays / 10–10:50 a.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

This multilevel exercise class is for the active senior who wants to reap the benefi ts of regular physical activity. Work at your own pace, enjoy the music and feel refreshed. to register.

® Tuesdays / 4:30–5:30 p.m.Thursdays / 6:30–7:30 p.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

Zumba combines high-energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow participants to dance away their worries. Add some spice and fl air to your workout and shake your cha-cha. This Latin-based group exercise class is fun and easy to do. No dance experience required. $35 for

Wednesdays, April 10 and 17 / 6:30–8 p.m.Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, 44116

Learn various breathing techniques to release tension and relax. Simple exercises can calm, energize and enhance your well-being. instructor for $12). Please contact 440.356.0670 to register.

Friday, April 12 / 7–8:30 p.m. Cleveland Clinic Lyndhurst Campus

Spring is a time of renewal as the earth awakens from winter hibernation and the trees, grass and fl owers come back to life, turning green and beginning to bloom. Why not join us for a restorative yoga workshop focused on supporting the body, mind and spirit in opening to new beginnings? Surrender into peacefulness with a gentle restorative yoga and meditation practice. No previous yoga experience is necessary. Interested adults of all levels of ability are welcome. Please bring a mat and a blanket with you to class. $20. Registration required. 877.331.9355 or email LifestyleMed@ccf.org

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Blood Pressure Screenings

Monday, April 1 / 9 a.m.–noonRocky River Recreation Center, 21016 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, 44116

Monday, April 1 / 9–11 a.m.Dwyer Memorial Senior Center, 300 Bryson Lane, Bay Village, 44140

Monday, April 1 / 12:30–3:30 p.m.Rocky River Senior Center, 21012 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, 44116

Monday, April 15 / 12:30–2:30 p.m.Fairview Park Senior Center, 20769 Lorain Road, Fairview Park, 44126

Monday, April 15 / 12:30–3:30 p.m.Rocky River Senior Center, 21012 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, 44116

Tuesday, April 2 / 8:30–10:30 a.m.Gemini Recreation Center, 21225 Lorain Road, Fairview Park, 44126

Tuesday, April 16 / 10 a.m.–noonBrooklyn Senior Center, 7727 Memphis Ave., Brooklyn, 44144

Tuesday, April 16 / 10 a.m.–noonWestPark Library, 3805 W. 157 St., Cleveland, 44111

Tuesday, April 23 / 8:30–10:30 a.m.Great Northern Mall, 4954 Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted, 44070

Wednesday, April 3 / 9–11 a.m.Lakewood Offi ce on Aging East, 12400 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 44107

Wednesday, April 10 / 9–11 a.m.Lakewood Offi ce on Aging West, 16024 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 44107

Wednesday, April 10 / 1–3 p.m.Barton Center, 14300 Detroit Road, Lakewood, 44107

Thursday, April 11 / 10 a.m.–noonWestside Community House, 9300 Lorain Road, Cleveland, 44102

Body Composition ScreeningTuesday, April 9 / 4:30–6 p.m.Medina Community Recreation Center, 855 Weymouth Road, Medina, 44256

Body composition is a measure of lean body tissue (muscle, bones and organs) compared to body fat. By using a hand-held device, you will be able to determine your body fat percentage and Body Mass Index. This is a Healthy Medina event.

MedGem® ScreeningTuesday, April 9 / 9 a.m.–noonMedina Hospital

Screening measures metabolism at rest to determine how many calories you need in a day in order to maintain or lose weight. Cost: $40. Registration required. 330.721.5145

Fasting required two hours before appointment for this fi nger-prick test.Free. Reservations required unless noted.

Monday, April 15 / 9–11 a.m.Fairview Park Senior Center, 20769 Lorain Road, Fairview Park, 44126440.356.4437Wednesday, April 17 / 9–11 a.m.Rocky River Senior Center, 21014 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River, 44116440.333.6660

Monday, April 22 / 9–11 a.m.French Creek YMCA, 2010 Recreation Lane, Avon, 44012440.934.9622

World Voice Day – Voice Screenings Free noninvasive voice screenings

The staff of the Voice Center at Cleveland Clinic is offering a 15-minute screening to safeguard your voice, which includes a questionnaire, general exam and voice evaluation. Appointments required. Call 216.444.4961 or visit clevelandclinic.org/voicescreenings to schedule your screening at one of the following locations:

Tuesday, April 16 / 10 a.m.–noon; 1–3 p.m. Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Crile Building, 9500 Euclid Ave., A71, Cleveland, 44195

Tuesday, April 16 / 1:30–3:30 p.m. Beachwood Family Health & Surgery Center, 26900 Cedar Road,Beachwood, 44122

Tuesday, April 16 / 1–3 p.m. Westlake Medical Campus, 850 Columbia Road, Westlake, 44145

Wednesday, April 17 / 2–4 p.m.Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center, 8701 Darrow Road,Twinsburg, 44087

Breast Cancer ScreeningSaturday, April 20 / 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Elyria Family Health Center, 303 Chestnut Commons Drive, Elyria, 44035

Uninsured women 40 years of age and older are invited to this free breast cancer screening. Appointment includes clinical breast exam and mammogram. Sponsored by the HOPE Program of Fairview and Lakewood hospitals, Community West Foundation and the Lakewood Hospital Foundation. Free. Reservations required: 216.476.4673

Bone Density ScreeningThursday, April 25 / 7–9 a.m.Medina Community Recreation Center, 855 Weymouth Road, Medina, 44256

This screening can identify those who are at risk for developing osteoporosis / osteopenia. Wear some type of sock that can be easily removed. Testing, which is done on a bare foot, is painless and takes about fi ve minutes. This is a Healthy Medina event.

Fitness / April 2013 West

Health Screenings / April 2013

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.

Fairview Hospital Wellness CenterThe Fairview Hospital Wellness Center offers dozens of health and recreation programs. For a complete listing, call 440.356.0670 and request a Wellness Calendar, or go to fairviewhospital.org/wellnesscenter to view the calendar online.

Qigong for Good Health

Lakewood Hospital 3rd fl oor atrium

Qigong is a popular health exercise similar to Tai Chi that emphasizes the health of the mind and body. Benefi ts include concentration and balance, increased fl exibility and reduced stress. $5/class. To register, call 877.234.FITT (3488).

Mondays, April 29–June 17 / 7–8 p.m.Tuesdays, April 30–June 18 / 1–2 p.m.Cleveland Clinic Lyndhurst Campus, 1950 Richmond Road, Lyndhurst, 44124

If you fi nd traditional yoga poses uncomfortable, these 60-minute chair yoga classes are designed specifi cally for you. No matter your age, physical ability or experience level: come as you are to these yoga classes and discover the powerful benefi ts that yoga can bring to your life. session or $10 per individual class. Registration required. 877.331.9355 or email LifestyleMed@ccf.org

Dates and times customized to your scheduleCleveland Clinic Lyndhurst Campus, 1950 Richmond Road, Lyndhurst, 44124

Our yoga therapists will develop a personalized yoga routine tailored specifi cally for your health goals and/or rehabilitation needs. Price: $75 per lesson (packages

Personal Fitness TrainingDates and times customized to your scheduleCleveland Clinic Lyndhurst Campus, 1950 Richmond Road, Lyndhurst, 44124

Our fi tness experts will work with you to customize a fi tness plan that suits your schedule, your budget and your ability level.

LifestyleMed@ccf.org

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Additional Resources / April 2013

MedlineMedline is a free physician referral and appointment service for Fairview, Lakewood, Lutheran and Medina hospitals, as well as Euclid, Hillcrest, Marymount and South Pointe hospitals on the East Side. Call our free referral line at 866.733.6363 and let Medline take the guesswork out of locating primary care physicians and specialists in your area.

Cleveland Clinic also offers free access to health information through a variety of additional resources including:

and resource nurses, the center is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 216.444.3771 for health information requests, or 216.445.9288 for heart, vascular and thoracic questions.

p.m. weekdays to chat live with health educators who can provide Web resources, help you fi nd 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.

on Call is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 216.444.1234 or 800.801.2273.

Helping to Keep Our Community HealthyWelcome 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 fi nd and register for programs on a more timely basis.

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 affi liate, 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.

Community HospitalsFairview Hospital18101 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, 44111fairviewhospital.orgPhysician Referral: 866.733.6363

Lakewood Hospital14519 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 44107lakewoodhospital.orgPhysician Referral: 866.733.6363

Lutheran Hospital1730 West 25th St., Cleveland, 44113lutheranhospital.org Physician Referral: 866.733.6363

Medina Hospital1000 East Washington St. Medina, 44256medinahospital.org 330.725.1000

Family Health CentersAvon Pointe Family Health Center36901 American Way, Avon, 44011 440.930.6250

Avon Lake Family Health Center450 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, 44012 440.930.6800

Brunswick Family Health Center3574 Center Road, Brunswick, 44212 330.225.8886

Elyria Family Health & Surgery Center303 Chestnut Commons Drive, Elyria, 44035 440.366.9444

Independence Family Health Center5001 Rockside Road, Crown Centre IIIndependence, 44131216.986.4000 / 800.544.6333

Lakewood Family Health Center16215 Madison Ave., Lakewood, 44107 216.521.4400

Lorain Family Health & Surgery Center5700 Cooper Foster Park Road Lorain, 44053 440.204.7400 / 800.272.2676

Lyndhurst Campus 1950 Richmond Road, Lyndhurst, 44124877.331.9355

970 East Washington St., Medina, 44256 330.721.5700

33100 Cleveland Clinic Blvd., Avon, 44011 440.695.4000 / 800.599.7771

Strongsville Family Health & Surgery Center16761 SouthPark Center, Strongsville, 44136 440.878.2500

Wooster Family Health& Surgery Center1740 Cleveland Road1739 Cleveland Road (Women’s Health Center)721 E. Milltown Road (Specialty and Surgery Center) Wooster, 44691330.287.4500

Healthwise Connection Tours HWCTo register or for more information on Healthwise Connection Tours, please call JKL Tours at 440.942.5350 or 888.927.8977. Or visit jkltours.net.

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Healthwise Connection provides programming to help people 50 years of age and older maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.For more information, visit clevelandclinic.org/HWC

more information.

Walking Key Mild: Up to two blocks at a time, limited steps, mostly even surfaces, some standing, intermittent seating.

Moderate: Up to ! 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.

Extensive: 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.

Healthwise Connection / Special Tours / April 2013 West

West VirginiaThursday, April 25 (Day Trip) / $65 (Moderate walking)

A New Amish TourThursday, June 6 (Day Trip) / $65 (Moderate walking)

“How to Succeed in Business” at

Thursday, June 20 / $69 (Mild walking)

Westlake Medical Campus Building A850 Columbia RoadWestlake, 44145

Westlake Medical Campus Building B805 Columbia RoadWestlake, 44145

35105 Center Ridge RoadNorth Ridgeville, 44039 440.327.1050

805 Patriot Drive, Unit EWellington, 44090 440.647.0004

For a comprehensive listing of all of Cleveland Clinic’s locations, please visit clevelandclinic.org/locations.

“America the Beautiful” with the U.S. Air Force

Sunday, June 30 (evening) / $39 (Extensive walking at Lake Farm Park)

with dinnerThursday, July 25 (evening) / $69 (Mild walking)

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