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ProMedica Community Events in April
ProMedica will offer the following community events in
April:
Aromatherapy
Discuss the special ways that essential oils can be used for
everyday health and wellness. This program is free to people
with a cancer diagnosis and is sponsored by ProMedica Cancer
Institute. Aromatherapy takes place the first and third
Wednesday of each month. Call the Victory Center at
419-531-7600 for details.
Wednesdays, April 4 and 18
1 – 2 p.m.
The Victory Center
5532 W. Central Ave., Suite B, Toledo, Ohio, 43615
Bariatric Seminar – First Step
ProMedica Weight Loss is hosting free bariatric seminars.
Attending an in-person seminar is your first step in the
journey toward weight loss surgery. Learn from one of our
expert surgeons who will explain the weight loss surgery
process, eligibility requirements, types of surgical
procedures, and your potential benefits and risks. Talk with
someone who has already had bariatric surgery. Ask
questions, and get answers that will inform your healthy
weight loss decision. For more information or to register,
call 419-291-6777 or 1-800-971-8203 or visit promedica.org/bariatric.
Thursday, April 5
Tuesday, April 10
Monday, April 16
Wednesday, April 25
6 – 8 p.m.
ProMedica Health and Wellness Center
Community Education Room, Suite 101
5700 Monroe St., Sylvania, Ohio, 43560
Nursing Mothers Support
ProMedica Toledo Hospital’s women’s services is hosting a
breastfeeding support group for nursing mothers. Do you have
breastfeeding questions? Drop in and receive support from a
certified lactation consultant and other nursing mothers.
The group meets the second Tuesday of every month. For more
information, call 419-291-5666.
Tuesday, April 10
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
ProMedica Toledo Hospital
Entrance F, Mom & Me Boutique
2142 N. Cove Blvd., Toledo, Ohio, 43606
CARE - Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
If you have experienced the loss of a baby during pregnancy
or after birth, ProMedica Toledo Hospital is here for you.
Families who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or
infant death are invited to the C.A.R.E. (Caring and
Restoring Each other) support group. Topics covered include
the journey through grief, questions about the next
pregnancy, dealing with your feelings, relationships,
holidays and anniversaries, and siblings and grief. This
free support group will meet for four consecutive weeks on a
quarterly basis. Reservations are appreciated but not
required. For more information or to register, contact Kim
Folk-Axe at 419-291-9475 or kim.folk-axe@promedica.org.
Tuesdays, April 10, 17, 24
Tuesday, May 1
7 – 8:30 p.m.
Ronald McDonald House
3883 Monroe St., Toledo, Ohio, 43606
Look Good Feel Better
ProMedica Cancer Institute is hosting Look Good Feel Better,
a free program from the American Cancer Society designed for
women dealing with hair loss and skin changes from
chemotherapy and radiation. You will learn specific
techniques to help make the most of your appearance while
undergoing treatment. You will also take home a makeup
package valued at $200. Registration is required. For more
information or to register, call 1-800-227-2345.
Monday, April 16
2 – 4 p.m.
ProMedica Bixby Hospital
Hickman Cancer Center, Suite 130
717 Kimole Lane, Adrian, Michigan, 49221
Wednesday, April 18
3 – 5 p.m.
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital
Monroe Cancer Center
800 Stewart Road, Monroe, Michigan, 48162
Thursday, April 19
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
ProMedica Flower Hospital
Hickman Cancer Center
Oncology Conference Room
5200 Harroun Road, Sylvania, Ohio,
Women’s Cancer Support Group
The Women’s Cancer Support Group is a gathering of women who
have a cancer diagnosis. It is a safe harbor to come to give
or receive support. The group meets the third Tuesday of
each month and provides education, encouragement and sharing
in an informal social environment. Guest speakers who are
compassionate professionals specializing in cancer issues
may occasionally be invited. Come, share, and receive
encouragement, love, compassion, hope, laughter and much
more!
Tuesday, April 17
7 – 8:30 p.m.
ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital
Conference Room A, 4th Floor
718 N. Macomb St., Monroe, Michigan, 48162
Diabetes Education Support Group
This monthly support group is for people living with Type 2
diabetes and features certified diabetes educators and
others with diabetes for a source of inspiration, education
and an opportunity to better your health. The support group
meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month and is free and
open to the public. Friends and family are welcome. For more
information, contact 419-291-6767 or sarah.cordrey@promedica.org.
Wednesday, April 25
6 p.m.
ProMedica Mary Ellen Falzone Diabetes Center
Conference Room A
2100 W. Central Ave., Toledo, Ohio, 43606
Stroke Support Group
This monthly support group is for stroke survivors and their
caregivers. Scheduled speakers and topics vary each month
and are related to stroke survival. This free stroke support
group meets on the fourth Thursday of every month. For more
information, contact 419-291-7537 or stroke.support@promedica.org.
Thursday, April 26
4 – 6 p.m.
ProMedica Flower Hospital
5200 Harroun Road, Sylvania, Ohio, 43560
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