Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital Upcoming Events

Falls Prevention Education

Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

According to the Washington State Department of Health, one-third of adults 65 and older fall each year.

Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital’s Passport to Health� for seniors will be offering this education to groups of older adults to help prevent injuries due to a fall.

If your group would be interested in receiving this education please call Community Education at 509-388-5942 for more information.

Understanding Your Grief (12-week course)

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Health insurance counseling

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

By Appointment Only.

Are you getting the insurance benefits to which you are entitled? Get answers to your questions about supplemental health insurance, Medicare, long-term care options and/or employment-related insurance during a personal session with a Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisor (SHIBA). Co-sponsored by the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program.

No charge

Diabetes Screenings

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Screenings are offered at Memorial, 2811 Tieton Drive, in Yakima. No appointment is needed for diabetes screenings, but for the most accurate reading, do not eat or drink for 12 hours before screening. For more information or to register, call 249-5243. $5 ($3 for Memorial Third Age members).

Living with Loss Support Groups

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Have you recently lost someone close to you? Do you feel like no one understands what you are feeling? Grief impacts each person differently. Just as every loss is unique, the grieving experience is different with each loss. Sometimes the support of others can help. When you are ready, come join us for sharing and healing.

First and third Monday of each month, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Memorial Home Care Services, 1019 S. 40th Ave., Yakima.
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Harman Center, 65th and Summitview, Yakima.

For more information call: 574-3637