HEALTHY LIVING RESOURCE GUIDE JUNE SEPTEMBER 2015 Get Inspired. Find programs to support your health goals. Check out this guide for healthy tools and resources available to you at no charge or for a small fee. With dozens of classes and programs to choose from, you ll be sure to find one that suits you. Registration Information June through September 2015 classes and resources are listed by category. Register for an in-person, online, or community class that best fits your health goals! Registration Is Easy! --Register for an in-person class by calling the number listed, or sign up for a virtual class at kpwebinar.org. --TTY users may call 711 for assistance with any class listed in this resource guide. --Many of the classes in this schedule are open to nonmembers. --Some classes are available in Spanish. Look for the Español box. KP.ORG 13
Live Webinars Enjoy high-quality interactive learning from home. No charge for members or nonmembers to view any webinar. LOOK FOR THE MOUSE ICON THROUGHOUT THE MAGAZINE Recorded classes are available 24/7 on many topics. Get the latest information and enroll at kpwebinar.org. Weight Loss Weighing the Options Learn from a registered dietitian how to lose weight the healthy and sustainable way. --Tues.: June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8; noon 1 p.m. Mediterranean Diet The Mediterranean diet has been shown to help manage cardiovascular risk and inflammation that occurs with many conditions. --Tues.: June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15; 11 a.m. noon Preventing Diabetes and Heart Disease Learn from a registered dietitian about prediabetes, diabetes, associated risks due to high blood pressure, and more. --Tues.: June 23, July 28, Aug. 25, Sept. 22; 4 5 p.m. Heart and Sole of Health Discuss symptom recognition, common medications, nutrition, stress management, and more. --Wed.: June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 9; 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Healing Hearts Learn how stress and emotions affect the recovery and healing process for people with heart conditions and learn basic stress management techniques. --Wed.: June 24, July 22, Aug. 26, Sept. 23; 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 14 KAISER PERMANENTE
This is an advertisement Realize Your Full Potential...SilverSneakers Fitness Program Join the SilverSneakers Fitness Program and get more out of life! If you re a Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage (HMO) or PERA pre-65 member, you can enjoy: --Basic membership without charge at participating fitness centers, including Curves and 24 Hour Fitness. To choose a location, visit www.silversneakers.com. --Access to amenities including strength and cardio equipment, pools, saunas, and much more! --Specialized exercise classes designed to improve strength, flexibility and balance --Social events and activities --For more information, call Member Services toll-free 1-800-476-2167 (TTY for the deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired: 711), 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. Kaiser Permanente is an HMO plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in Kaiser Permanente depends on contract renewal. The benefit information provided is a brief summary, not a complete description of benefits. For more information contact the plan. Limitations, copayments, and restrictions may apply. Benefits and copayments may change on January 1 of each year. H0630_14030 accepted Active Living Unless otherwise noted, all classes below are offered by our Centers for Complementary Medicine. Call 303-338-4545 to register. Better Balance $10 members only. Call 720-857-3301 for class schedules or to register. Learn the causes of falls and helpful tips to avoid them. Includes exercise education. Available at multiple locations. Physical Activity Resources We have created physical activity resource guides for you and your family that cover 19 regions in Colorado. Visit kphealthyme.com/physicalactivity-resources-and-tools to check out camps, hiking trails, local recreation centers, and more in your neighborhood. Senior Yoga $49 members, $55 nonmembers for five sessions. Recommended for seniors new to yoga. East Denver --Mon.: June 1 July 6 (no class June 29), July 13 Aug. 10, Aug. 17 Sept. 21 (no class Sept. 7), Sept. 28 Oct. 26; 10 11 a.m. Smoky Hill --Wed.: June 3 July 8 (no class July 1), July 15 Aug. 12, Aug. 19 Sept. 23 (no class Sept. 9), Sept. 30 Oct. 28; 10:30 11:45 a.m. Zamzee Zamzee, an activity meter and motivational website for kids, makes moving fun! Kids can track their activity, compete in challenges, and move up the leaderboard. Kaiser Permanente Colorado has a limited number of meters available for children who are Kaiser Permanente members, ages 8 14, and in the 85th percentile or higher for BMI (overweight). You will receive two Zamzee meters so that you and your child can exercise together. Contact Kimberly Young at healthpromotion@kp.org for more information. KP.ORG 15
Behavioral Health Fees vary. Members only. Call 303-471-7700 weekdays, 8 a.m. 5 p.m. to register. We offer services for dealing with emotional and behavioral concerns such as depression, anxiety, anger management, relationship problems, attention difficulties, and problems caused by substance use. Make an appointment to see a provider at one of our three behavioral health centers (Hidden Lake, Highline, or Ridgeline Behavioral Health Center). Child, Adolescent, and Family Services A wide variety of services are available to members younger than 18. Individual, family, and group programs are designed to help you accomplish individual and family goals. Healthy Eating Members only. Fees vary. Call 303-614-1070 or visit kphealthyme.com for more information. Demo Kitchen Cooking Class Call 303-764-8500 to register. Learn to prepare simple recipes while learning about nutritional benefits. Offered by our Centers for Complementary Medicine. Midtown --Every Thurs.: 5 6 p.m. Healthy Eating Resources Get practical tips and timesaving ideas, view a video on healthy eating, and find other online resources at kphealthyme.com. Nutrition Services for Your Family Our dietitians can help you develop an action plan to improve nutrition and healthy eating habits for your entire family. Individual visits, telephone visits, workbooks, classes, and webinars available. View our recorded webinars supporting healthy dietary changes and sports nutrition. HealthMedia Overcoming TM Depression Learn how to manage symptoms of depression. Visit kp.org/ overcomingdepression. Substance Abuse and Dependency If you or a family member is dealing with a drug or alcohol problem, we re here to help. Call 303-367-2800 and ask for a free one-hour consultation. 16 KAISER PERMANENTE
Family and Kids Resources Our recorded webinars about parenting offer suggestions for healthy eating and active living for the whole family. Parenting a Child with ADHD $10 members, $20 nonmembers. Call 303-614-1010 to register. Understand how your child learns differently, medication options, educational rights, and more. Arapahoe --Sat.: Sept. 12; 9 11 a.m. Westminster --Sat.: Sept. 12; 9 11 a.m. Community Childbirth Classes Classes are available at the following locations: --Saint Joseph Hospital Women s Pavilion, 303-866-8600 --Lutheran Medical Center, 303-425-2229 --Good Samaritan Medical Center, 303-689-4701 Pediatric Nutrition Six-Month Program Call 303-614-1070 or toll free 1-866-868-7112 to register. Meet with a registered dietitian to develop a customized program for your family. The six-month follow-up will be based on what works best (in clinic, telephone, email, or text). Teen Connections Members only. Call 303-614-1070 to register. Learn how to create a healthier lifestyle for those in their teenage years. Kaiser Permanente has developed a free online program to help teens get healthy and stay that way. KP.ORG 17
Alzheimer s $10 members, $20 nonmembers. Call 303-614-1010 to register for any Alzheimer s class. Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters Early detection of Alzheimer s disease gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies, and plan for the future. Feature video clips of people with Alzheimer s disease highlights the challenges they face every day. Español The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer s This program provides information on detection, possible causes and risk factors, stages of the disease, treatment, and more. Caregiving Tips: Successful Communication Learn how to create positive communication with someone who has Alzheimer s or a related dementia by using effective techniques. Conversations About Dementia This workshop offers tips on how to have honest conversations about going to the doctor, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans. Living with Alzheimer s for Caregivers: Middle-Stage This two-part series gives caregivers strategies to provide optimal care after a diagnosis of Alzheimer s disease or a related dementia. Tobacco Check out our recorded webinar series Tobacco Cessation to start your journey living tobacco free. Colorado Tobacco QuitLine Free for members only. Call 1-800-784-8669 or visit coquitline.org. This five-session phone service connects you with a trained coach who will guide and support you through the quitting process. Programs also available for teens 15 and older, pregnant women, and tobacco chewers. Medication Support Tobacco medication can significantly increase your chance of quitting for good. Call 303-338-3800 and ask about your tobacco medication benefit. Freedom from Tobacco No cost to members, $20 nonmembers. Call 303-614-1010 to register. Ready to quit? These four-session face-to-face classes will help you prepare to quit, get through quit week, and stay quit. Tobacco chewers welcome! Attend all or single presentations. Lakewood --Thurs.: Sept. 17 Oct. 8; 6 7:30 p.m. HealthMedia Breathe Explore why it s hard to quit smoking, and get advice on giving up the habit. Visit kp.org/breathe. 18 KAISER PERMANENTE
Stress Management View any of our Mind+Body recorded webinars to learn tips on relaxation, sleep, and more. HealthMedia Relax Find out what causes your stress and gain skills to manage it. Visit kp.org/relax. East Call 303-764-8500 to register. - Tues.: June 30 Aug. 4; 5:45 8:15 p.m. - Thurs.: Sept. 3 Oct. 8; 5:45 8:15 p.m. Smoky Hill Call 303-699-3670 to register. - Tues.: June 30 Aug. 4, Sept. 1 Oct. 6; 10 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Heart Health Fees may apply. Call for details. High Blood Pressure DVD Members only. No cost. Call 303-614-1614. This DVD will help you understand the long-term effects of uncontrolled high blood pressure and how to manage it. Español Healing Hearts Members only. Copayment required. Call 303-861-3441 for a monthly schedule or to register. Learn how stress and emotions affect the recovery and healing process for people with heart conditions and learn basic stress management techniques. HealthMedia Overcoming Insomnia Gain greater control over your insomnia and get more of the sleep you need. Visit kp.org/healthylifestyles and click Insomnia. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction $200 members and nonmembers. Improve your ability to manage symptoms associated with chronic illness, chronic pain, depression, and stress-related conditions using meditation. Centers for Complementary Medicine offers six sessions and a Saturday retreat. Heart and Sole of Health Members only. Copayment required. Call 303-861-3441 for a monthly schedule or to register. Discuss symptom recognition, common medications, nutrition, stress management, and more. KP.ORG 19
Support Groups Free support groups for Kaiser Permanente members and a guest, unless otherwise noted. American Cancer Society Call 303-758-2030 or visit cancer.org. Arthritis Visit the Arthritis Foundation at arthritis.org/colorado for support groups, lectures, and exercise classes. Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Support Group Free for members and nonmembers. Call 303-861-3299 to register. Quarterly meetings rotating at Franklin and Rock Creek Medical Offices. For people with an implantable cardioverter defibrillator. Breastfeeding Support Groups Support groups for breastfeeding members are offered by Perinatal Hospital and Home Care Services. Groups meet 1 2 p.m. at Aurora Centrepoint, Southwest, and Westminster Medical Offices. Lactation consultants answer your questions and give support. Contact Perinatal Hospital and Home Care Services at 303-636-2929 for more information. Cancer Survivorship 101 A drop-in discussion group after active treatment for cancer is completed. Discuss the challenges after your treatment: fear of recurrence, returning to a new normal, and regaining stamina. Call or email Dennis Heffern: 303-764-5047, dennis.heffern@kp.org. Franklin --Fourth Thursday of every month; 6 7:30 p.m.; Heyer Room, basement Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Support Group Call 303-861-3655, option 4 to register. Franklin --First Tuesday of every other month (July and September); 6 8 p.m. Living with Hepatitis C Hep C Connection offers a helpline to answer your questions regarding hepatitis C (HCV). Call 303-861-3655, option 3 or visit hepc-connection.org. View recorded webinars for living with hepatitis C at kpwebinar.org. Lung Disease Support Groups --Catch Your Breath, Saint Joseph, 303-837-7111 --EZ Breathers, Lutheran Rehab Facility, 303-467-4122 --Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lutheran Rehab Facility, 303-467-4122 --Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Good Samaritan 303-689-6580 --Project M.O.V.E., Lutheran Medical Center, 303-425-4500 --Rocky Mountain Pulmonary Hypertension, 303-799-6550 Living with Lung Cancer Learn tools to help navigate the lung cancer experience, find ways to cope with uncertainty, and gain support from others. Guest speakers share their experiences on a monthly basis. Call Cecilia at 303-764-5310. Franklin --Third Monday of every month; 1 2 p.m.; Heyer Room, basement MS Support Groups Call 1-800-344-4867 or visit nationalmssociety.org. 20 KAISER PERMANENTE
Diabetes Fees may apply. Call for details. Preventing Diabetes and Heart Disease Members only. Call 303-338-4545 to register. Learn from a registered dietitian about prediabetes, diabetes, associated risks due to high blood pressure, and more. Diabetes: Learn to Take Charge Members only. Call 303-338-4545 to register. Join us for this twopart class to learn about daily self-care, controlling blood sugar, and making wise food choices. Visit kphealthyme.com for class schedules. Insulin Pump Therapy $10 members only. Call 303-764-4665 to register. If you have recently been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, this introductory class is for you. Understanding Insulin $10 members only. Call 303-338-4545 to register. For a clear understanding of how insulin helps keep your diabetes under control, join us for this two-session class. Offered monthly, rotating to different medical offices. Healthier Living CO: Managing Diabetes Take control of your health in this six-session interactive workshop, offered by the Consortium for Older Adult Wellness. Call 1-888-900-2629 or go to coaw.org to see the complete list of workshop locations and dates. Weight Loss Healthy Connections Members only. Fees vary. Call 303-614-1070 to register. Take an 8- or 12-week class that provides the support needed to lose weight and keep it off. Optifast Medical Weight Management Program Fees vary. Members only. Call 303-861-3400 to register or visit kphealthyme.com. Englewood and Rock Creek Medical Offices. Receive medical supervision, low-calorie Optifast meal replacements, and weekly sessions. Weigh and Win Earn cash rewards for losing weight and keeping it off! Receive daily personalized coaching by email or text message, including meal and exercise plans. Free for members and nonmembers 18 and older. Register at weighandwin.com or at any kiosk (locations listed on website). KP.ORG 21
Managing Chronic Conditions Learn from a recorded webinar about advance directives available in Colorado: medical durable power of attorney, living will, CPR directive, and medical orders for scope of treatment. Healthier Living CO: Managing Ongoing Health Conditions Take control of your health in this six-session interactive workshop, offered by the Consortium for Older Adult Wellness. Call 1-888-900-2629 or go to coaw.org to see the complete list of workshop locations and dates. Life Care Planning: First Steps Free for members and nonmembers. Call 1-866-868-7112 or visit kp.org/advancedirectives. We invite you and a family member to join us in a class dedicated to helping you plan for future health care decisions and complete a basic advance directive. Westminster --Wed.: June 3, June 24, Aug. 12, Aug. 26; 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. --Thurs.: July 9, July 30; 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. --Tues.: Sept. 8, Sept. 29; 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m. Lakewood --Wed.: June 10, Sept. 16; 2 3:30 p.m. Englewood --Wed.: June 17, Sept. 16; 10 11:30 a.m. --Tues.: July 21; 2 3:30 p.m. --Thurs.: Aug. 20; 4:30 6 p.m. Highlands Ranch --Tues.: June 2, July 14; 3:30 5 p.m. Longmont --Tues.: Aug. 4; 5 6:30 p.m. Living with Lung Disease These programs can help you breathe easier if you have emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. --Pulmonary Rehab, Lutheran Medical Center, 303-467-4122 --Healing Center, Good Samaritan Medical Center, 303-689-6580 22 KAISER PERMANENTE