Group Fitness Class: Core Strength & Conditioning
This new class targets individuals managing back pain who wish to improve strength and endurance.
Operation Kids
This program, for kids undergoing surgery and their families, includes a tour of the Surgical Care Center, Operating Room and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, followed by a question/answer session.
Location: FF Thompson Hospital
Taking Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Support Group
TOPS is a national non-profit weight loss group.
Location: Constellation Center Conference Rooms
MONARC Support Group - CANCELLED
This group, facilitated by Linda Rowsick, RD, CD-N, is for people who are considering or are preparing for bariatric surgery as well as for those who have had bariatric surgery. For more information, email linda.rowsick@thompsonhealth.org .
Location: Conference Rooms, Constellation Center at Thompson Health
Stroke Support Group
This group is open to individuals who have experienced a stroke as well as their loved ones and caregivers.
Location: Constellation Center Conferece Rooms
First Time Around Group
This educational and social gathering is for first-time mothers and their babies.
Location: Birthing Center at Thompson Health
Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group
Location: M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center
Sleep Solutions Support Group
Location: Sleep Disorders Center
Mended Hearts Education Support Group
This group offers education and support to those living with heart disease and is sponsored by Thompson's Cardiac Rehabilitation Department and the American College of Cardiology's CardioSmart initiative.
Location: Thompson Conference Center, Ground Floor
Bereavement Support Group
Location: Sands Cancer Center
Caregivers Support Group
This group is for people caring for or about a seriously or chronically ill family member, and is facilitated by Sands Cancer Center Coordinator Deborah Wiepert, LMSW. Call (585) 396-6780 for more information.
Thompson Better Breathers
This group, sponsored by Thompson's Respiratory Care Department and facilitated by Stacey E. Lauretti, RRT-NPS, is designed to help individuals with lung disease or breathing difficulties improve their quality of life through discussions, education and behavioral modifications.
Lymphedema Support Group
This group welcomes all looking for support in dealing with all types of lymphedema.
Diabetes Support Group
This group, for people with Type 2 diabetes and their families, provides opportunities for learning, sharing, and support. Jane Hallstead, RN, MSN, CDE, facilitates the group.
Location: F.F. Thompson Hospital
Breast Cancer Support Group
Location: Dr. Laurie Sands and Constellation Brands Breast Imaging Center