Free six-week workshop for adults and their loved ones living with a chronic disease. Topics Include: 
• Techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain, depression and isolation.
• Exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility and endurance.
• Nutrition, including fats, salt and sugar.
• Appropriate use of medications.
• Communicating effectively with family, friends and health professionals.
• How to evaluate new treatments.

Thursdays starting August 19  • 1—3:30 p.m. • weekly for seven-weeks
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Event Location: Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, 
Medical Office Building One, 1040 North Mason Road, 
Entrance B (entrance to access lower level), Suite G-06,
at Olive and Mason in Creve Coeur, MO 63141

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Free Caregiver Classes
Topics Include: 
• Medication Management and Nutrition
• Supporting the Caregiver 
• Practical Tips for Day-to-Day Home Care
• How to Find Assistance at Home 
• Legal Matters and Goals of Care
• Massage and Music Therapy

Monthly - Click here for dates • 1—2:30 p.m.

Event Location: Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, 
Main Hospital - Inside Hospital Cafeteria - Conference Room D
12634 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur, MO 63141

Kimberly Roderique, RN, 
BJC Home Care Services and BJC Hospice
at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital

No registration necessary - Click here for more information