classes + resources A HEALTHY YOU pláticas + recursos en español HEALTHY LIVING Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View 2015 CATALOG

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1 2015 CATALOG HEALTHY LIVING classes + resources pláticas + recursos en español A HEALTHY YOU Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View Para información en español, vea la página 34. Visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation to find even more resources.

2 THE DOCTOR IS IN My Doctor Online keeps you connected to your physicians anytime, anywhere. My Doctor Online makes it easy for you to choose the right doctors for you and your family, and keep in touch between visits. From your doctor s home page at kp.org/mydoctor, you can: Get to know your personal physician and specialists by reading about their backgrounds, education, awards, publications, and special interests. your doctor, view most lab results, schedule a routine appointment, refill most prescriptions, or get directions to your doctor s office. Check which immunizations and preventive screenings you or your family members may need to stay healthy. Learn about health topics like diabetes, Parkinson s disease, or seasonal allergies by reading evidence-based articles that your doctor recommends. Find relief using interactive online tools to help you manage headaches, knee pain, cold and flu, and more. Visit and bookmark your doctor s home page at kp.org/mydoctor. To access certain features, registration is required. If not registered on kp.org, click on the feature to get started.

3 inspire people. inform choices. improve health. At Kaiser Permanente, we believe good health is everything. That s why we re dedicated to helping you feel and be your best every day. The Healthy Living classes and programs in this catalog can help you become a more active partner in managing, maintaining, and improving your health. We offer on-site workshops and support groups, personalized coaching by phone, as well as online programs, tools, and information all designed to help you move more, stress less, eat better, and be healthy at every stage of life. Take advantage of these resources and start working toward your personal wellness goals. If life is what you make it, why not make it healthy? Directory...4 Looking for something in particular? Then start with the table of contents. But feel free to browse the class listings, too, as you might just find something you didn t even know you wanted. General information...5 This is where you ll find the nuts and bolts about our Health Education Centers, locations, and how to register for classes.

4 DIRECTORY General Information Registration Information... 5 Health Education Staff... 5 Locations of Services... 6 Class Listings Addiction and Recovery... 7 Cancer Education: Survive and Thrive Cancer Survivor Program... 7 Diabetes Management... 9 Flexibility and Movement General Health and Wellness Healthy Lifestyle and Weight Management Heart Health HIV/AIDS and STD Testing Managing Ongoing Conditions Mental Health/Behavioral Health and Well-Being Featured Resources My Doctor Online... inside front cover your doctor... 7 Farmers market Health Talks Online... 8 Healthy Lifestyle Programs Hearing Center... center spread Información sobre la salud en español KP apps Member Services My Health Manager... center spread Portable Electronic Medical Record... 9 Prepare for your procedure Preventive health reminders... 7 Su Familia. Su Salud Wellness coaching Men s Health Parenting and Children s Health Pregnancy to New Baby: Healthy Beginnings Senior Health Smoking/Tobacco Cessation Surgery Women s Health and Family Planning Clases y Servicios en Español 34 Look for this symbol throughout the catalog to indicate online classes and programs. 4 Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

5 GENERAL INFORMATION Registration Information Check the class listings in this catalog for dates, times, fees* (if applicable), and class locations. Information is subject to change. Our classes are open to all Kaiser Permanente members, and some classes are open to the community. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and require preregistration unless otherwise noted. A session is defined as the number of classes a participant should attend to get the most value from the educational experience. The number of sessions does not imply a limit to the number of classes a Kaiser Permanente member may attend. For information or to register, visit your local Health Education Center or call the number listed underneath the course description. Refunds will be given for cancellation requests made at least 72 hours prior to the class start date. On rare occasions, a class may be canceled and a refund will be issued. If you require an assisted-hearing device, or any other service identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act, to attend a program, please let us know when you register. For more information, call or 711 (TTY for the hearing/speech impaired). *Program fees listed are subject to change and may depend on your health plan coverage. Please refer to your Evidence of Coverage to confirm the services under your plan. Health Education Staff Campbell Sri Madhavi Cholleti, MD Chief of Patient Education Amy L. Granath Manager, Health Education Milpitas Jason Chang, MD Chief of Patient Education Devora Lomas, MPH Manager, Health Education Mountain View Sonali Gotmare, MD Chief of Patient Education Rochelle Jimenez-Barabad Administrative Services Supervisor Santa Clara Todd Dray, MD Assistant Physician in Chief for Health Promotion, Santa Clara MaryAlice Ambrose, MD Chief of Health Promotion/ Patient Education Lisa Morgan, MPH Director, Health Education Suchitra B. Vaidya, MA, MPH Manager, Health Education MiMi Belser, MEd Manager, Health Education Coralyn Vidal, MPH, RD Manager, Health Education For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 5

6 Locations of Services Health Education and Healthy Living programs and services are provided at the following locations. For more information, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 1 Campbell Health Education Campbell Medical Offices 220 E. Hacienda Ave Mon Fri, 9 a.m. 5 p.m. 4 Santa Clara Health Education Santa Clara Medical Offices 710 Lawrence Expy., Dept Mon Fri, 8:30 a.m. 5 p.m. 2 3 Milpitas Health Education Milpitas Medical Offices 770 E. Calaveras Blvd Mon Fri, 9 a.m. 5 p.m.; closed 12:30 1:30 p.m. Mountain View 92 Health Education Mountain View Medical Offices 555 Castro St Mon Fri, 8:30 a.m. 5 p.m.; Redwood closed 12:30 1:30 p.m. WHIPPLE AVE VETERANS BLVD City Tantau Medical Offices Mind-Body Wellness Center Homestead Road Cupertino Mon Thu, S. Bay 11 Area a.m. 6 p.m.; closed 1 2 p.m. 880 Arques Medical Offices 1263 E. Arques Ave., Sunnyvale Fremont MAIN ST G S SHORELINE BLVD EL CAMINO REAL FOOTHILL EXPWY Cupertino 3 CASTRO / MOFFETT 85 Mountain View TANTAU AVE LAWRENCE EXPWY Santa Clara Sunnyvale OAKMEAD PKWY 6 E. Arques Ave BENTON ST KIELY BLVD SAN TOMAS EXPWY HOMESTEAD RD STEVENS CREEK BLVD 880 N HILLVIEW DR S HILLVIEW DR CALAVERAS BLVD Milpitas 85 QUITO RD E HACIENDA AVE Campbell 1 CAMDEN AVE San Jose 101 WINCHESTER BLVD LARK AVE SANTA TERESA BLVD COTTLE RD N Map not to scale 6 Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

7 CLASS LISTINGS Addiction and Recovery Addiction Overview Are you concerned about your or a loved one s drug and/or alcohol use? This overview explains the signs and symptoms of chemical dependency, how lives are affected by substance use or abuse, and offers resources and treatment options. Open to the community. No class fee. Medical Offices, Dept. 192 Sessions: Drop-in; Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Information: Call Stay on track with preventive health reminders Are you due for a mammogram, Pap test, colorectal screening, or flu shot? You ll find out what exams you need and when and how to schedule an appointment with your personalized, online Preventive Health Reminder. Look for this feature on your doctor s home page at kp.org/mydoctor. Chemical Dependency Services Are you or someone you love dependent on alcohol or drugs? We can help. We offer programs for adults and teens, as well as support services for families. Services are based on an individualized treatment plan. Available in Spanish. Cancer Education Survive and Thrive Cancer Survivor Program The Survive and Thrive program at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara can help nourish and strengthen you in mind, body, and spirit during all stages of cancer treatment and survivorship. These classes and workshops are open to all cancer patients members and nonmembers and several are open to family members and caregivers. Survivor... Now What? The conclusion of cancer treatment can be a challenging time. With the rigors of treatment behind you, this class examines potential challenges and issues that might arise as you move forward. This class is intended to provide a bridge between life during treatment and life as a survivor. For patients who have completed active treatment. No class fee for members; $20 nonmembers. Sessions: One 2-hour session Information: Call your doctor Find your doctor s home page on kp.org/mydoctor to him or her with routine medical questions. It s secure, convenient, and free. If you don t have a kp.org account yet, register at kp.org/register. Information: Call For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 7

8 Mind-Body Stress Management This eight-week class will help empower you with effective skills to help manage the unique stressors of cancer treatment and/or post-treatment. Learn to reduce stress, foster self-care skills, discover new thinking patterns, and enhance your quality of life. Open to the community, including family members and caregivers. No class fee for members; $95 nonmembers. Sessions: Eight 2-hour sessions Information: Call Nutrition Basics This class will help guide you through the benefits of healthy eating and the effects of nutritional changes in survivorship and general wellness. Learn to identify healthy choices and how to make them everyday habits. Recommended for patients who have completed active treatment. Open to the community, including family members and caregivers. $20 members; $40 nonmembers. Sessions: One 2-hour session Information: Call coming soon! Nutrition Basics Expanded This comprehensive class focuses on the powerful benefits of plant-based nutrition for cancer prevention. You will learn simple ways to transition to a plant-based diet, along with delicious easy recipes, cooking demos, and tastings. Open to the community Sessions: Three 2-hour sessions Information: Call Restorative Yoga Learn how breath work, guided meditation, gentle movements, and supported resting postures can help you improve circulation and reduce stress during cancer treatment and in survivorship. This class is especially beneficial for those going through treatment. $60 members; $120 nonmembers. Sessions: Six 1-hour sessions Information: Call Strength Training: Body & Mind Everyday activities are made easier by increasing your balance, core strength, and flexibility. In this six-week series you will learn to strengthen and tone your muscles using an assortment of fitness props and weights. Recommended for patients who have completed active treatment. $70 members; $140 nonmembers. Sessions: Six 1.25-hour sessions Information: Call Health Talks Online Join us and interact live with Kaiser Permanente practitioners as they share the latest tips about healthy living. Ask questions and learn from others as we explore current health topics. Health Talks Online are presented live the first Wednesday of every month at 12:30 p.m. To register for upcoming talks and to hear recordings of previous talks, visit kp.org/healthtalks. 8 Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

9 Diabetes Management Prediabetes Learn how to help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes by eating well and exercising. These healthy lifestyle changes will help you take charge of your health to reduce your risk of diabetes and its complications. This is a covered benefit for members. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Sessions: One 2-hour session Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) Prediabetes: A Healthy Game Plan Learn about prediabetes, plan your next steps, track your progress, connect with others for support, and access resources to take you one step further. Find this program on your doctor s home page or at kpdoc.org/ prediabetes. Portable Electronic Medical Record With a Portable Electronic Medical Record (PEMR) flash drive, any physician with a computer can review a summary of key portions of your recent medical history including your allergies, office visits, lab results, and X-rays. The device is $5 and there is no charge updates. To get a PEMR flash drive, go to the Medical Secretaries or Member Services Department at the facility nearest you. Diabetes Basics Feel better and be active and healthy by learning the basics of managing your type 2 diabetes. Explore the five key areas of type 2 diabetes management: healthy eating, exercise, monitoring your blood sugar levels, proper use of medication, and managing stress. Available in Spanish in Milpitas and Santa Clara. This is a covered benefit for members. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara* Sessions: One 2-hour session Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) *Diabetes Basics and Diabetes Nutrition are combined into one 3-hour session here. Living Well with Diabetes Take your diabetes self-management to the next level. Come learn new skills for making smart food and exercise choices to help keep your blood sugar levels within range, while also learning to handle the stress and emotions related to diabetes. Prerequisite: Diabetes Basics. This is a covered benefit for members. Sessions: Two 2-hour sessions For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 9

10 Diabetes Nutrition In this advanced class, get tips on planning meals, counting carbs, and reading food labels. Learn new ways to prepare your favorite foods as well as how to enjoy eating out healthfully. This is a covered benefit for members. Location: Campbell and Santa Clara* Sessions: One 2-hour session Information: Call (Campbell) *Diabetes Basics and Diabetes Nutrition are combined into one 3-hour session here. Blood Sugar Monitoring Learn how to test your blood sugar using a blood glucose meter. Please bring your OneTouch Ultra 2 meter and testing supplies to your appointment. No class fee. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Sessions: By appointment only Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) Insulin for Diabetes Videos Studies have shown that early use of insulin can produce better long-term results and blood sugar control for people with diabetes. This video series will teach you how to prepare and inject insulin and understand why insulin is one of the best tools available to manage your blood sugar. Find this video at kpdoc.org/insulinvideos. Diabetes Care Management Program Take control of your diabetes with this long-term care program. We ll assign a diabetes care manager to team up with your physician to help you control your diabetes. During the 6- to 8-month program, you ll receive counseling on diet and nutrition, medications, and self-care methods. This is a covered benefit for members. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Information: Referral required. RELATED CLASSES Healthier Living with Ongoing Health Conditions, page 16 Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke Everyday! (PHASE!), page 15 Flexibility and Movement Moderate exercise is safe for most people, but you should talk to your doctor before starting any exercise program, especially if you have an ongoing condition or injury. With all forms of exercise, it s wise to start slowly, listen to your body, and increase intensity gradually. Acupressure Learn specialized techniques for selfapplied massage and gentle stretches to decrease tension, muscle pain, stiffness, and soreness. Wear loose-fitting clothing. Open to the community. $75 members; $100 nonmembers (fee includes a Thera Cane ). Sessions: Three sessions 10 Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

11 Managing Your Back Pain This online program helps you reduce back pain and return to your normal activities. It includes short videos that demonstrate posture tips and strengthening exercises to help you manage your pain now, get better faster, and reduce the risk of pain returning in the future. Find this feature on your doctor s home page or at kpdoc.org/backpainprogram. Healthy Lifestyle Programs Take advantage of free, online wellness programs from HealthMedia designed to help you assess your behaviors and improve your health. Visit kp.org/healthylifestyles and choose a program. We ll guide you through an evaluation and tailor a program to fit your individual needs. Five programs are available in Spanish; for more information on these, visit kp.org/vidasana. Make sure to register at kp.org/register in order to use these secure features and more. Health Coach: Let s Get Physical Become more physically active and find the motivation and tools needed to make lasting health changes. You ll receive short video coaching sessions via , along with tips and support materials to help you stay on track. Find this feature at kpdoc.org/healthcoach. RELATED CLASSES Healthier Living with Ongoing Health Conditions, page 16 Bone Health, page 31 Yoga for Osteoporosis, page 32 General Health and Wellness Life Care Planning (Advance Directive) Life care planning begins with choosing a health care agent to speak for you in the unforeseen event that you are unable to communicate for yourself. This helps to ensure that your values and wishes regarding health care are known. Feel free to bring the person you think will be your health care agent or other family members with you to this class. Open to the community. No class fee. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Sessions: One 1.5-hour session Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) Health Counseling Our health educators are available to provide individual education and counseling for a range of health concerns for adults and children. Education topics include weight management, general nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, diabetes care, and stress. In person, video, and phone appointments are available. Members only. Available in Spanish. This is a covered benefit for members. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) (Santa Clara, en español) For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 11

12 Blood Pressure Screening Do you know your blood pressure? Drop in and we ll take your reading. (Screenings are not available on some holidays.) Open to the community. Location/hours: Drop-in, weekdays; Campbell, Health Education Department, 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Milpitas, 1st Floor, Technology Learning Center, 9 a.m. 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 5 p.m. Mountain View, 1st Floor, laboratory waiting area, 9 a.m. noon Santa Clara, Lawrence Lobby, 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) (Santa Clara) Blood Pressure Monitoring Want to learn how to take your blood pressure at home? We ll teach you! Come to the Health Education Center and bring your monitor with you. This is a covered benefit for members. Location: Campbell, Milpitas (1st Floor, Technology Learning Center), Mountain View, and Santa Clara Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) RELATED CLASSES Chemical Dependency Services, page 7 Healthier Living with Ongoing Health Conditions, page 16 Healthy Lifestyle and Weight Management Body Composition Analysis Most health experts agree that body composition is a much better indicator of your health than your weight. This is a quick and painless way to determine your body fat percentage and lean tissue weight. With these numbers, we can help you set goals for healthy lifestyle changes. $25 for initial appointment; $10 for follow-up appointments (within 12 months of initial appointment). Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Sessions: By appointment only Information: Referral required. Healthy Weight Series Discover the confidence and skills you need to reach and maintain a healthy weight. Topics include healthy eating for weight loss, making physical activity a part of your daily life, building a strong support network, and coping with stress. Open to the community. This is a covered benefit for members; $100 nonmembers. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Sessions: Six 2-hour sessions Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) 12 Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

13 Healthy Weight Online Series Learn how to achieve a healthy weight with this six-week online version of our Healthy Weight Series. Join this interactive class from the comfort of home. You will need a phone and a computer with internet access to participate. Call for class fee. Sessions: Six Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) Metabolic Rate Testing Using a simple breath test, we can measure your resting metabolic rate, so you ll know how to determine the number of calories your body needs for you to lose, gain, or maintain your weight. $50 for initial appointment; $25 for follow-up appointment (within 12 months of initial appointment). Sessions: By appointment only Information: Referral required. Wellness coaching Whether you re trying to get more active, manage your weight, quit tobacco, or handle stress, a personal health coach can help you create and stick with a plan for reaching your goals. You and your coach talk one-on-one by phone, when it s convenient for you. Take the first step by calling , 6 a.m. to midnight daily, to schedule your first appointment. In the Kitchen with Carole In this audio series, Carole Bartolotto, a registered dietitian at Kaiser Permanente, will guide you through your kitchen to identify unhealthy foods and healthier alternatives. Find this podcast on your doctor s home page at kp.org/mydoctor. Nutrition for Weight Management In this class, taught by a registered dietitian, you will learn about calorie recommendations, mindful eating, choosing healthy fats, planning healthier meals, and more. No class fee. Location: Milpitas and Santa Clara Sessions: One 1.5-hour session Information: Call (Milpitas) Nutrition Consultation Do you need nutritional advice for managing a specific medical condition? A registered dietitian is available to help you learn about healthy food choices and meal planning to control and improve issues such as irritable bowel syndrome, food allergies, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Consultations are available for adults and children. In person, video, and phone appointments are available. Available in Spanish. Location: Milpitas and Santa Clara Information: Referral required. For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 13

14 Health Coach: S.M.A.R.T. Eating Improve your eating habits and find the motivation and tools needed to make lasting health changes. You ll receive short video coaching sessions via , along with tips and support materials to help you stay on track. Find this feature at kpdoc.org/healthcoach. Managing Your Weight Do you want to lose weight but don t know where to start? This workshop will help you determine the best way to achieve your weight loss goals based on your unique needs and preferences. We will help you develop a personalized action plan that includes resources to help you every step of the way. This is a covered benefit for members. Location: Campbell, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Sessions: One session Information: Call (Campbell) (Mountain View) Medical Weight Management Program (Orientation Session) If you have at least 40 pounds to lose, this program can help you make positive, lasting changes to improve your health, increase your energy, and live life to the fullest. The long-term program features low-calorie meal replacements, monitoring by a team of Kaiser Permanente medical professionals, and weekly health classes/support sessions. Join us for a free, one-hour information session to find out more. Open to the community. No class fee for orientation. Program fees are discussed during this session. Sessions: One session per week; minimum 30-week program commitment Information: Call or visit kphealthyweight.com/ weightorientations. Services described here are provided on a fee-for-service basis. These services are not provided or covered by Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. (Health Plan), and you are financially responsible to pay for them. Clinical services are provided by providers or contractors of The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. Results of services may vary among patients and cannot be guaranteed. Health Plan and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals may receive compensation for providing facilities and/or other support in connection with these services. These services are not meant to replace any covered services under your health plan benefits. If you are a Kaiser Permanente member, please check your Evidence of Coverage for specific covered health plan benefit information. Weight Loss Surgery Introductory Seminar For anyone interested in a referral for weight loss surgery, this class introduces the surgery process and emphasizes the changes you must make before and after your procedure. It will help you determine if you are ready to make a major lifestyle change. This is the first step for referral for a bariatric surgery consultation. No class fee. Sessions: One 1.5-hour session RELATED CLASSES Healthier Living with Ongoing Health Conditions, page 16 Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke Everyday! (PHASE!), page Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

15 Heart Health Cholesterol and Your Heart Learn how exercise and a hearthealthy diet can lower your cholesterol, improve your overall health, and reduce your risk for heart attack and stroke. This is a covered benefit for members. Location: Milpitas and Santa Clara Sessions: One 2-hour session Information: Call (Milpitas) Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke Everyday! (PHASE!) Learn how stress management, heart medications, and positive lifestyle changes all play a part in helping to prevent heart attacks and strokes. This class is for people who have been diagnosed with heart disease, diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, and/ or chronic kidney disease. Members only. Group visit cost share applies. and Arques Sessions: One session Information: Referral required. Farmers market Feast your senses and boost your health with fresh produce from our farmers market. The market is open every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., rain or shine. The market is located in the courtyard between the medical office building and the hospital at the Santa Clara Medical Center. Heart Health for South Asians In this class, you will learn how people from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal are at greater risk for cardiovascular disease at a younger age. A health care professional will help you identify self-management skills and how to make changes that can help lower your risk and lengthen your life. No class fee. Sessions: One 2-hour session RELATED CLASSES Blood Pressure Screening, page 12 Blood Pressure Monitoring, page 12 HIV/AIDS and STD Testing Routine HIV Antibody and STD Testing HIV and STD testing and counseling is available by appointment to members 13 and older. HIV tests can also be obtained from any Kaiser Permanente laboratory without an appointment or doctor s order. Lab fee may apply. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Santa Clara Information: Call (Campbell) (Milpitas) (Mountain View) (Santa Clara) For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 15

16 Managing Ongoing Conditions Understanding Your Asthma Learn what triggers can cause asthma flare-ups and how to avoid them or reduce their impact. We also cover the different types of asthma medications and how and when to use them. Please bring your asthma medications, peak flow meter, and AeroChamber spacer to class. Members only. Group visit cost share applies. Sessions: One 2.5-hour session Information: Call Interactive Asthma Programs (Emmi) Learn what asthma is, how it affects your airways and how to manage asthma triggers for you and your child. Learn about the importance of an action plan, as well as how to use medications. Register to view these programs on your doctor s home page at kpdoc.org/emmiasthma. COPD/Emphysema Learn how to live better with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or emphysema. Learn how to manage symptoms and use your medications for best results. Sessions: One 3-hour session Information: Call Asthma/COPD Drop-In Clinic If you re having difficulty managing your asthma or COPD/emphysema, attend this weekly drop-in clinic where you can consult with a physician and an asthma/copd care manager. This is a covered benefit for members. Sessions: One 1.5-hour session Information: Call or Healthier Living with Ongoing Health Conditions Living with an ongoing health condition like diabetes, heart disease, or arthritis can be challenging. But don t let symptoms keep you from doing the things you need and want to do. No matter what your condition, you can learn from others proven skills to manage physical and emotional symptoms to live a richer, fuller life. Open to the community. Available in Spanish. This is a covered benefit for members; $60 nonmembers. Location: Campbell and Santa Clara Sessions: Six 2.5-hour sessions Information: Call (Campbell) Managing Your Headaches Learn about headache types and triggers, and discover ways to help manage and prevent them with this free online program. Find this feature at kpdoc.org/headachesprogram. 16 Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

17 PAIR UP FOR YOUR HEALTH Stay on top of your health, 24/7, with our two apps. KP PREVENTIVE CARE APP KAISER PERMANENTE APP Exclusive for Northern California members Get appointment reminders and preventive services alerts for you and your family, access your doctor s home page, and more. your doctor, schedule routine appointments, refill prescriptions, check lab results, and more. Download both apps on your smartphone. Are you registered? If you re already registered on kp.org, you re all set to start using your KP Preventive Care for Northern California and Kaiser Permanente apps. If not, you ll need to go to kp.org/registernow to set up your account from a computer. Then use your new user ID and password to activate the apps. Certain features of the apps apply only to care you receive at Kaiser Permanente facilities. App Store is a service mark of Apple, Inc. Google Play is a trademark of Google, Inc.

18 life AMPLIFIED Start hearing and living better today with a professionally fitted hearing device from a Kaiser Permanente Hearing Center. Our licensed audiologists are here to help you choose from a wide range of hearing products to fit your personal needs and lifestyle. To learn more or to schedule a consultation, call or (TTY) or visit kphearingcenters.com Homestead Road, Santa Clara Kaiser Permanente members have coverage for medically necessary hearing tests, and some members may have coverage for hearing aids. Otherwise, the services described here are provided on a fee-for-service basis, separate from and not covered under your health plan benefits and you are financially responsible to pay for them. Clinical services are provided by providers or contractors of The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. Results of services may vary among patients and cannot be guaranteed. Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc., and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals may receive compensation for providing facilities and/or other support in connection with these services. For specific information about your covered health plan benefits, please see your Evidence of Coverage. Photo of models shown, not actual patients. kphearingcenters.com

19 Register for My Health Manager With My Health Manager on kp.org, you can take charge of your health securely online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Registering is one of the most important things you can do as a member. It s as easy as In five minutes you ll get 24/7 access to our online tools for managing your health. 1 Have your medical record number handy. 2 From your computer, go to kp.org/registernow. 3 Enter some basic information and answer a few security questions. For questions or help with registering, call Manage your health anytime, anywhere Once you re registered, you can start using My Health Manager to stay on top of the care you receive at any of our facilities in the region. You can also use My Health Manager to act on behalf of a family member. Download the KP app. Visit kp.org from your computer.

20 Su familia. Su salud. kp.org/mydoctor/español Creado con la ayuda de nuestros médicos bilingües, conocedores de la cultura latina, La Salud Permanente le da las herramientas, los consejos y la información necesaria para ayudarle a usted y a su familia a vivir bien. Todo en español. SIGA las vidas de familias como la de usted a través de nuestras motivadoras fotonovelas, que le muestran situaciones auténticas y la forma en que sus personajes enfrentan y superan sus desafíos de salud. DISFRUTE nuestros videos en los que nuestros médicos bilingües dan respuesta a importantes preguntas de salud. LEA nuestras breves fotonotas bellamente ilustradas, que le brindan oportuna información de salud, además de consejos para mantener el bienestar tanto suyo como de su familia. CONÉCTESE con su médico en línea. Vea sus resultados de laboratorio, programe sus citas y resurta sus medicamentos.

21 Chronic Illness Support Group Join this group and discuss with others the impact illness has on you and your family. Sessions: First and third Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. Information: Call or Taking Care of Your Kidneys Video Learn about kidney disease and how to keep your kidneys as healthy as possible. Find this video on your doctor s home page at kp.org/mydoctor. RELATED CLASSES Blood Pressure Screening, page 12 Prepare for Surgery Heal Faster, page 32 Mental Health/ Behavioral Health and Well-Being Adult ADHD For adults diagnosed with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). Learn strategies to use at home, work, and in social situations. Learn to overcome your communication obstacles and improve your time management and organizational skills. Open to the community. $85 members; $170 nonmembers. Sessions: Six 2-hour sessions Information: Call Managing Anger Series When anger causes problems with family, friends, or colleagues, we can help. Learn to identify anger triggers, develop communication skills, and practice new ways to respond. Note: This series does not satisfy the court-ordered treatment required for domestic violence. Open to the community. $135 members; $270 nonmembers. Location: Campbell, Mountain View, and Tantau Sessions: Six 2-hour sessions Information: Call Understanding Anxiety Series In this series, you ll learn to identify what triggers anxiety for you as well as ways to manage your symptoms. We ll help you explore your thoughts and learn to approach instead of avoid what you fear. You ll also learn techniques to relax, reduce your response to triggers, and approach your anxiety with mindfulness. Open to the community. No class fee for members; $75 nonmembers. Sessions: Six 2-hour sessions Information: Call Behavior Management for Caregivers of Patients with Dementia Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging. This class will address the most common types of problem behaviors that caregivers encounter and teach skills for coping. No class fee. Location: Arques Sessions: One 1.5-hour session Information: Call For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 21

22 Couples Communication Series The heart of a healthy relationship is good communication. Learn ways to bring up difficult topics, reduce defensiveness, and understand each other s perspective. This series is specifically designed for couples in committed relationships. Open to the community. $140 per couple for members; $280 per couple for nonmembers; $210 per couple for one member and one nonmember. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Tantau Sessions: Six 2-hour sessions Information: Call Introduction to Meditation and Relaxation This introductory class includes instruction on body posture and breath awareness, two important aspects of a meditation practice. Open to the community. $45 members; $90 nonmembers. Sessions: Two 1.5-hour sessions Information: Call Health Coach: Stress Less Learn to relax and find the motivation and tools needed to make lasting health changes. You ll receive short video coaching sessions via , along with tips and support materials to help you stay on track. Find this feature at kpdoc.org/healthcoach. Mindfulness-Based Practices for the Relief of Chronic Pain This class is for people suffering from anxiety, depression, or chronic pain. Learn strategies to recognize negative thought patterns and change them for a greater sense of manageability in your life. We ll practice mindfulness meditation, visualization, relaxation, and other awareness practices. Sessions: Drop-in; Monday, 4 5:30 p.m. Information: Call Managing Depression Series Depression is common, real, and treatable. In this series, you will learn about depression as well as ways to manage your symptoms. We will help you learn to challenge negative thoughts and add more pleasant activities to your life. You ll also learn techniques to relax and approach your life with mindfulness. Open to the community. This is a covered benefit for members; $95 nonmembers. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, and Tantau Sessions: Eight 2-hour sessions Information: Call Mind-Body Health Enjoy life more. Emotions, thoughts, and behaviors can affect your health. Learn to recognize the sources of stress in your life, manage stress-related symptoms and illnesses, develop healthy lifestyle habits, and take better care of yourself. Open to the community. This is a covered benefit for members; $95 nonmembers. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Tantau Sessions: Eight 2-hour sessions Information: Call Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

23 Pathways to Emotional Wellness Your thoughts and emotions can affect your physical well-being. In this class, we ll help you identify your sources of stress and learn simple techniques to help you relax, deal with anxiety, and lessen depression. You ll also explore a variety of other resources to help you feel better and thrive. Open to the community. Available in Spanish. This is a covered benefit for members; $20 nonmembers. Location: Campbell, Milpitas, Mountain View, and Tantau Sessions: One 2-hour session Information: Call For Spanish, calll or Health Journeys Guided Imagery Programs Guided imagery is a type of relaxation exercise designed to engage your mind, body, and spirit. These podcasts, available on your doctor s home page at kp.org/mydoctor, can help you ease pain, relieve stress, get healthful sleep, and prepare for surgery. Improving Your Sleep Want to fall asleep quicker, sleep sounder, and awaken feeling more refreshed? Improve the quantity and the quality of your sleep. Learn how nighttime habits and thinking patterns affect your sleep, and how to change both. This class does not address medical conditions that interfere with sleep. Open to the community. No class fee for members; $65 nonmembers. Sessions: Five 2-hour sessions Information: Call Breath of Yoga A profound breathing technique providing the benefits of yoga without using postures. This class is a powerful energizer that helps to cleanse deeprooted stress and helps the mind and body become balanced and centered. Open to the community. $200 members; $395 nonmembers. Sessions: Four sessions (two evenings and two full days) Information: Call RELATED CLASSES Addiction Overview, page 7 Prenatal/Postpartum Depression Series, page 28 Men s Health Visit kp.org/menshealth for information, tools, and resources, such as a directory of common health concerns and conditions, tips for a healthy sex life and relationships, and techniques for dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, and depression. Prepare for your procedure If you re scheduled for or just considering a medical procedure such as a vasectomy, you can learn what to expect and how to plan ahead from the comfort of your home. Our online, interactive Prepare for Your Procedure (EMMI) programs describe what to expect before, during, and after your procedure in full detail. Look for this feature on your doctor s home page at kp.org/ mydoctor. For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 23

24 Men s Group This group is a supportive environment for men to explore and resolve a wide range of challenges. Areas of focus include relationships, intimacy, family, fatherhood, work, and health. Sessions: One 1.5-hour session Information: Call Parenting and Children s Health Baby Sign Language Introductory Workshop This class teaches parents to communicate with babies long before babies can verbalize their wants and needs. Fun activities and songs will show you how easy it can be to integrate signs into your everyday routine. You are welcome to bring your baby, however it is not required. Open to the community. $40 per individual; $70 per couple. Sessions: One 1.5-hour session Baby Sign Language Playgroup Series The six-week playgroup for babies from birth to 18 months is a fun opportunity for parents to build their signing vocabulary with themes like mealtime, animals, colors, family, safety, and more. You are welcome to bring your baby, however it is not required. It s recommended that participants first enroll in the Introductory Workshop. Open to the community. $110 per individual; $190 per couple. Sessions: Six 1-hour sessions Baby Sleep Workshop Learn to help your baby nap and sleep well during the night. Topics include developmental readiness, methods to improve sleep, and common mistakes parents make that can prevent quality sleep. For parents of children from birth to 15 months. Parents only, please. Open to the community. $50 per individual; $75 per couple. Sessions: One 2-hour session 1, 2, 3 Magic: Positive Discipline Program This program, based on an awardwinning book, has easy-to-follow steps for disciplining your child and encouraging good behavior using a positive and firm approach. For parents of children 3 to 12. No class fee. Sessions: Two 2-hour sessions Early Childhood Development Consultation We can provide guidance and help answer your questions about the behavior and development of children 5 and younger. Please do not bring children to the consultation. Members only. Available to nonmembers if your child is a Kaiser Permanente member. Sessions: One consultation Information: Call Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

25 Fit for Play and Fit for Fun: Child Weight Management Programs These fun programs provide you and your child with the knowledge and skills to live a healthy lifestyle. Learn how to choose and prepare nutritious meals, find physical activities the whole family can enjoy, and develop skills to motivate and change behaviors. Fit for Play is for kids 4 to 6. Fit for Fun is for kids 7 to 12. Parents must accompany children 12 and younger. No class fee. Sessions: Fit for Play, one 1-hour session, Fit for Fun, one 2-hour session 411 for Toddlers This 2-hour, two part class was created to assist parents in helping their toddlers (9 months to 3 years) with two essential developmental skills: eating and potty training. During the first hour we will discuss a general approach to toddler feeding, how to make mealtimes less stressful, and how to handle picky eaters. During the second hour we will cover when and how to start potty training and provide some tips for success. No class fee. Sessions: One 2-hour session Online Newsletters for Parents New parent? Raising a child or teenager? Get trusted information from Kaiser Permanente doctors delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for one or more of our newsletters, customized to your child s age and stage at kpdoc.org/parentnewsletters. Meditation Learn how to release stress, anxiety, anger, and other negative emotions through meditation, breathing, and deep-relaxation techniques. Wear loose-fitting clothes. For parents and their children 10 and older. Sessions: One 1-hour session Information: Call Parents of Preschoolers This class is for parents of children 3 to 6 who are struggling with behavioral difficulties. This program includes a class for parents and a group for children. Sessions: Six 1.5-hour sessions Information: Therapist referral required. Call Parents Helping Parents (PHP) PHP provides guidance, support, and services to families of children with special needs. PHP offers support and information groups, special education information and training, and other services. Open to the community. Information: Call or visit php.com. For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 25

26 Pediatric Eczema Drop-In Clinic Attend this drop-in clinic to talk with an allergy physician and a nurse about ways to manage your child s eczema. Dermatology and nutrition specialists are also available. This is a covered benefit for members. Sessions: One 1-hour session Information: Call Anxiety Group Treatment programs are available to help young people learn ways to cope with anxiety, worries, and fears. There are three groups available, each targeted to a specific age range. Location: Campbell and Tantau Information: Therapist referral required. Call Families in Transition This class addresses the needs of children 7 to 11 who are coping with issues related to separation, divorce, or blended families. This program includes a class for parents and a group for children. Sessions: Four 1-hour sessions Information: Therapist referral required. Call Get Ready, Get Set, Grow! In a safe setting, learn about the physical and emotional changes that a girl goes through during puberty. This class is for girls 8 to 12 and their parents. Open to the community. No class fee. Sessions: One 1.5-hour session Creative Expressions This group provides middle-schoolage children an opportunity to express thoughts and feelings through various art media. Location: Campbell Sessions: Ongoing; 2-hour sessions Information: Therapist referral required. Call Teen Uplift Group This group strives to empower teens to learn and practice skills to deal with depression, clarify how thinking affects feelings and behavior, and develop interpersonal skills for interacting with the social world. Members only. Sessions: Eight 1.5-hour sessions Information: Therapist referral required. Call Teen Group This is a group where high school students can discuss experiences and problems that affect their lives. Group visit cost share applies. Sessions: Weekly Information: Therapist referral required. Call Empowering Parents No matter how old your child is, you can learn how to set limits and boundaries and to better communicate with your child. Session: Eight 1.5-hour sessions Information: Therapist referral required. Call Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Campbell Milpitas Mountain View

27 Parents Turn This program can help parents address today s most challenging problems raising children. Session: Six 2-hour sessions Information: Therapist referral required. Call Parenting a Child with ADHD This class offers help in understanding ADHD, possible treatment options, and home and school management skills. Parents and caregivers only, please. Open to the community. No class fee Sessions: 3, 2 hour sessions Information: Call ADHD Diagnostic Clinic Parents, if you are interested in having your child evaluated for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or are concerned about an ADHD diagnosis, this specialty clinic is a good place to start. Appropriate for children of any age. $15 fee. Session: One session Information: Therapist referral required. Call Understanding ADHD Medications Looking for an overview of medicines available to help manage ADD/ADHD symptoms in children and teens? This feature covers risks and benefits, questions about safety, effectiveness, and side effects. Find this program on your doctor s home page or at kpdoc. org/adhdmeds. DBT Coping Skills This program for high-school teens and their parents is designed to help teach ways to manage feelings of distress and replace destructive behaviors with more productive skills and techniques. Session: Eight 1.5-hour sessions Information: Therapist referral required. Call RSR/CBT Skills This class is for adolescents and their parents to learn coping skills and discover ways to improve quality of life while reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other discouraging moods. Session: Eight 1.5-hour sessions Information: Therapist referral required. Call Social Skills Group This group is designed to help children ages 7 to 11 learn essential social skills, emotion regulation, and positive forms of assertiveness. We will teach ways to improve interactions with peers and adults as well as effective emotional vocabulary. Session: Ongoing; 1.5-hour session Information: Therapist referral required. Call For more resources, visit kp.org/santaclara/healtheducation. 27