Art at the CAVE gallery, 108 E Evergreen Blvd. in downtown Vancouver, presents a workshop from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Sept. 18, "Insight Meditation," with Ellen Stern. Stern will discuss vipassana mediation, which encourages self-observation by focusing on your inner self in a nonjudgemental way. There's a suggested donation of $1 to $10 to attend […]
Nutritionist Karen Kennedy will offer a free Zoom workshop about metabolic syndrome from 7 to 8 p.m. Sept. 20. Sign up at mailchi.mp/5c7ad9f83289/8de6um36u6. Have you been told by your doctor that you have metabolic syndrome and that you "just need to lose weight" It can feel like you’re fighting against your body. Kennedy will explain […]
HOPE Dementia Support will host their September Community Education Presentation "How to Help the Caregiver Help You" from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 27. Joyce Beedle, RN, BSN, dementia educator and consultant, will show discuss ways to get the most out of having an in home caregiver. This event will be in person at […]
In partnership with the American Red Cross, the Camas Public Library will host a Red Cross Blood Drive from noon to 4 p.m. on Oct. 17. Schedule an appointment at www.redcrossblood.org with sponsor code "camaslibrary," or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are always welcome.
This year’s Medicare Annual Enrollment period runs October 15 to December 7. During this time those who qualify for this federal health insurance program – Washingtonians who are 65 years old or older, under 65 years old and living with a disability or living with End-Stage Renal Disease – have the opportunity to sign up […]
Attend a somatic restorative sound healing from 7:45 to 9 p.m. Oct. 20 at LiveWell Camas, 417 N.E. Birch St., Camas. The cost is $30 per person. Register at sunnyloveyoga.com/store/p/1020-somatic-restorative-sound-healing-event. Arrive early to set up your space. This guided restorative class and sound bath will promote a state of relaxation. The restorative postures and various […]
HOPE Dementia Support will host a community education presentation: "The Alzheimer's/Dementia Brain" online via zoom from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 25. Guest Speaker will be Dr. Randall Woltjer, MD, PhD, Neuropathologist at OHSU. Dr. Woltjer will discuss his findings from many years of examining the Alzheimer's/Dementia Brain. For more information or to register, […]
The Herb Shoppe, 3912 N. Mississippi Ave, Portland, is offering a fragrance mist-making class using flower essences and essential oils from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 26. Instructor Melia Goodenow, co-founder of Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals, will show students what flower essences are, the nine main flower essences, how to use them and how to choose […]
The Vancouver USA Walking Club will tour Vancouver's Lincoln neighborhood to see the holiday decorations from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 29. Costumes are welcome but not necessary. Choose from two routes, a 5K and and 10K. Meet at Lincoln Elementary School, 4200 N.W. Daniels St. It is free to participate. For more information, contact […]
PeaceHealth will host a webinar "Your Voice, Your Choice Advance Care Planning" via Zoom from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 2. This interactive discussions will guide attendees through completing their advance directive and durable power of attorney for healthcare. All participants will be guided through this simple, yet thought-provoking process of choosing a health care […]
Nutritionist Karen Kennedy will host a free Zoom webinar about blood sugar and exercise at 7 p.m. Nov. 8. Kennedy will discuss the benefits of exercise on blood sugar, show how to be strategic with an exercise routine and relay concrete steps to start a walking program. Register at https://mailchi.mp/3bee5fdf533b/9jj1sp9mnn.
Battle Ground Public Schools will host a free teen mental health event at Prairie Highschool, 11311 N.E. 119th St., from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16. Depression, anxiety and substance use disorders are among the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents, according to the World Health Organization. This month, parents and guardians can […]
In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center will hold a free webinar from 5:15 – 6 p.m. Nov. 29, to raise awareness for lung cancer - the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Information will be presented by a panel of physicians who will share their expertise in the […]
HOPE Dementia Support will present a Community Education Presentation from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 29. A panel of local palliative care and hospice practitioners will explain the difference between palliative care and hospice, as well as, describe when and how the programs can benefit those with dementia. This presentation will be held in […]
Healing Steps Equine Centered Therapy is hosting a ribbon-cutting event and holiday open barn from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 4. Healing Steps is a private occupational therapy practice that serves those with physical and cognitive impairments. It is the only occupational therapy clinic in Clark County that uses horses during therapy. During this event, […]
PeaceHealth will host a webinar "Your Voice, Your Choice Advance Care Planning" via Zoom from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 7. This interactive discussions will guide attendees through completing their advance directive and durable power of attorney for healthcare. All participants will be guided through this simple, yet thought-provoking process of choosing a health care […]
Nutritionist Karen Kennedy will lead a free Zoom webinar from 7 to 8 p.m. Dec. 13 about improving your blood sugar through better sleep. Kennedy will explain how sleep relates to your health. Learn how poor sleep affects blood sugar and how blood sugar control impacts sleep. Learn strategies to improve sleep in order to […]
Koelsh Communities' Cascade Inn, 11613 S.E. 7th St., Vancouver, welcomes João Pärtel Araújo, RN, BSN, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Jan. 13 as he shares how Europe, Japan, Singapore and Portugal care for their frailest elders and people living with dementia. Over 50,000 people in 1000 organizations have trained in the evidence-based Humanitude model of […]
A free diabetes connection event will be held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 6600 Highland Drive, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Jan 15. With diabetes health care and support professionals from throughout the community, the free event will feature screenings of blood sugar, blood pressure, foot, eye, teeth and circulation health, plus nutrition […]
Dr. Nicholas Will will lead a ten-week weight loss course with and small group support starting 7 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at Whipple Creek Seventh Day Adventist Church, 302 N.W. 179th St., Ridgefield. The cost is $5 per person and includes all materials. Meetings include presentations, small-group nutrition exercises and discussion, personalized support, motivational […]
