9am and 6pm: Diabetes Education

Offered at the Health First Center for newly diagnosed diabetes patients and their families, this class is designed to educate you on ways to track your blood sugar numbers, plan healthy meals, and cope with having diabetes.  Participants in this class must have a physician referral. For more information and to register contact CVMC’s Center for Diabetes Control at 828/326-3442.

Offered at the Health First Center for newly diagnosed diabetes patients and their families, this class is designed to educate you on ways to track your blood sugar numbers, plan healthy meals, and cope with having diabetes.  Participants in this class must have a physician referral. For more information and to register contact CVMC’s Center for Diabetes Control at 828/326-3442.

They say "The best things in life. . . aren't things." But we love our stuff! Our stuff is part of our identities; it makes our lives easier. But what do I do when it's time to downsize and move? Or when it is simply time to de-clutter to make your house more like a home? Jennie Zehmer, owner of Here to Home, Inc and a Certified Relocation and Transition Specialist, will talk about the burgeoning Senior Move Management industry and give you useful techniques for downsizing when you just can't take it with you.  This is a lunch and learn presentation and pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! Morgan Moore, Regional Child Health Speech Language Consultant, will perform OAE hearing screenings for people of all ages, newborns through adults.  This is a non-invasive hearing screening that usually takes less than 5 minutes, providing that the person being screened is quiet and still.  By appointment only. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

Please join Jeremy Frye, director of outpatient rehabilitation services at CVMC and mental health therapist Travis Glass of Crossroads Counseling Center as they discuss traumatic brain injury recovery and community re-integration. Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

May 21^st:

6pm-9pm: Great Start Breastfeeding Class

Offered by CVMC’s certified lactation consultants, this class offers instruction and support for moms planning to breastfeed.  Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6205.

Join others who can offer support to newly diagnosed cancer patients and their families.  To register and receive more information call Peggy Messick at 828/485-2300 ext. 6203 

This low-impact class will assist you in maintaining a heart-healthy way of life.

Join one of CVMC’s Certified Diabetes Educators for a one on one discussion about diabetes and the services available at CVMC’s Center for Diabetes Control.  Receive a free blood glucose screening.  To schedule your free 15 minute appointment call 828/326-3442.

Presented by Peggy Messick, RN, OCN, this Lunch and Learn will discuss the three types of skin cancer including early detection and prevention. Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

Offered the 2^nd and 4^th Wednesday of each month, this drop-in class promotes a loving communication between parent and child.  Massage also promotes healthy respiratory, circulatory, and gastrointestinal functions.

Diabetes is often accompanied by high blood pressure.  Learn seven ways to achieve a healthier blood pressure. Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

Living Healthy is a skill-building workshop series that helps people with one or more chronic conditions learn to manage their condition and their life.  This workshop includes 6 sessions each about 2 hours long. The sessions cover how to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation; exercises for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility and endurance; use of medications; communicatingeffectively; nutrition; and evaluating new treatments.  Participants must register for May 2^nd class to participate in all six classes, no drop-ins will be taken.  Pre-registration is required. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

Offer by Dr. Kukla of Carolina Foot and Ankle, by appointment only. 828/485-2300 ext. 6201

A certified lactation consultant will be available to answer your breastfeeding questions. An infant scale will be available to weigh your little bundle of joy, and you can meet other moms who are experiencing similar breastfeeding issues.  Pre-registration is available. 828/485-2300 ext. 6205

A certified lactation consultant will be available to answer your breastfeeding questions. An infant scale will be available to weigh your little bundle of joy, and you can meet other moms who are experiencing similar breastfeeding issues.  Pre-registration is available. 828/485-2300 ext. 6205

This low-impact class will assist you in maintaining a heart-healthy way of life.