Virtual Breastfeeding Class

September 10, 2022
Breastfeeding is natural, but there are skills to be learned that can help promote successful breastfeeding.
 
In this two-hour virtual educational class, our lactation consultant will help familiarize expectant parents with the knowledge and skills they need to get breastfeeding off to a great start.
 
Registration is required.
 
Please register by clicking the yellow REGISTER NOW button to the right and provide the requested information, including your email address. As the class date approaches, you will receive an email with instructions for this virtual class.

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Dec

24

Parkinson's Community Sing-Along

Join us for a Community Sing-Along for people living with Parkinson's disease. Using your voice while having fun and making friends!

Event takes place on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month beginning April 23, 2024
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: The Martha W. Goodson Center Training Center, 460 McLaws Circle, Suite 130, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Community group sessions to keep your voice strong through singing. Hosted by The Martha W. Goodson Center & Riverside Therapy Group.

  • All voices and abilities are welcome
  • No singing experience required
  • Space is limited to 15 people, care partners are welcome
  • Participating in the chorus is free of charge

To register or for more information, contact program director, Mary Martha Stewart, at 757-220-4751, ext. 1 or [email protected].

Group singing sessions are led by music director and Speech Language Pathologist Lisa M. Edwards, MA, CCC-SLP.

We look forward to you joining us!

Tuesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Martha W. Goodson Center Training Center
460 McLaws Circle, Suite 130
Williamsburg, VA, 23185

Parkinson’s Disease

Jan

08

Dementia Series: Normal / Not-Normal Aging

Join us for a Free workshop series for those caring for persons living with dementia.

This workshop helps learners understand and recognize the differences in “normal” and “not normal” aging. The learner will develop better observational skills to recognize and intervene effectively if behavioral challenges occur. Learners will develop new skills related to approach, cueing, and ability to connect with people affected by dementia. 

The workshop emphasizes the value of matching helping behaviors to the person’s needs and retained abilities to promote your loved one's sense of control and self-direction.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand and recognize the differences in “normal” and “not normal” aging
  • Understand the values of matching helping behaviors to the person’s needs and retained abilities
  • Address typical issues that occur throughout the progression of dementia

Registration is required. To register, click on the Register Now button to the right and complete the form fields.

Workshops are presented by Independent PAC Certified Trainers: Denise Butler and Kim Kutner.

We look forward to your joining us!

Wednesday 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

The Martha W. Goodson Center Training Center
460 McLaws Circle, Suite 130
Williamsburg, VA, 23185

The Martha W. Goodson Center

Jan

11

Friends and Family Infant CPR Class

It's unlikely the need would arise, but if it did you would want to know exactly what to do. This class is designed for parents, grandparents, family members, friends and anyone else who might be caring for your baby. This class will share how to recognize the need for CPR and basic CPR will be presented. No certification will be provided.

Classes will be held on one Saturday each month from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Your instructor will meet you in the Tower Entrance Lobby and escort you to the classroom.

Classes are held Riverside Regional Medical Center, Newport News, VA
WICU Classroom on 2nd floor of the Tower Entrance

Registration is required. To register, click on the yellow REGISTER NOW button to the right and complete the form. Be sure to include your email address so that information can be shared with you relating to the class.

Attendance is limited to the expectant mother and 1 additional person, therefore ONLY the expectant mother needs to register for this course. Registration will close once we have reached capacity.

We look forward to you joining this class!

Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Riverside Regional Medical Center
500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd
Newport News, VA, 23601

CPR & First Aid

Women's Health