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Support Groups/Services/ On Going Programs

Day Kimball Hospital sponsors numerous support groups on a wide variety of health related issues for the community. These groups meet regularly at the hospital or the Center for Healthy Aging in Putnam. Most are facilitated by trained hospital staff, although some groups are led by community members who have received training from the hospital’s Wellness Department.

Our support groups are always happy to welcome new members!

Support Groups
Support groups on a variety of health related issues for community members. (Please note: All support groups meet at Day Kimball Hospital unless otherwise specified.)

AWAKE
Support group for people with Sleep Apnea, their friends & family. Meets the 2nd Thursday of every month from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at
DKH. For info. call 963-6340.

Alcoholics Anonymous & Narcotics Anonymous
AA meets Saturdays & Sundays at DKH from 10-11:00 am. NA meets at DKH from 7-8:30 pm on Sundays.

Alzheimer’s Support Group
Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm at DKH in Field Conf. Room 3. For info. call 774-8070.

Arthritis Support Group
Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 10:30 am at DKH. For info. call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015.

Bereavement Support Group
A peer support group for adults who have lost loved ones. Meets for rotating 6-week schedule at DKH. For times call 928-0422 x2042.

Better Breathing Club
Meets the last Wednesday of every month at 1:30 pm at DKH’s Field Conf. Room 3. For info. call 928-6541 or 774- 3366 x2292.

Breast Cancer Support Group
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7-8:00 pm at DKH in the Private Dining Room. Call 779-0252 for more info. Click here to download the BCSG PDF.

Caregiver Support Group
Meets the 2nd Thursday of the Month from 1:30 – 2:30 pm at 15 Marshall Street in Putnam. For info, call Kathy Demers, APRN, at
779-9270.

Depression and Bipolar Support Group
Meets Tuesdays from 6:30- 8:30 pm at DKH’s Field Conf. Center.
For more info. call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015.

Diabetes Club
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 7:00–9:00 pm at DKH. For more info. call 928-4344. Topics: May 14th 2008 Dr. Fattaleh- Diabetes and Weight Loss: June 11th 2008 Dr. ‘s Steven and Sean Colsen, DPM- Diabetes and Your Feet.

Good Grief Group
A support group for school-aged children who have lost a loved one (children must be joined by an adult). For info. or to speak with a support group facilitator call 928-0422 x2042.

Healthy Lifestyles Education Series
A bimonthly, peer-to-peer support group for healthy weight loss and maintenance. Stay motivated & find new ways to reach your goals! Meets at DKH. Call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015 for meeting times.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Meets the 3rd Friday of the month at 7:00 pm at DKH. For info. call 779-0398.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 pm at DKH’s Field Conf. Room 3. For info. call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015.

Stroke Support Group
Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm at DKH. For info. call Becky Driscoll at 963-6322.

Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group
Meets the last Wednesday of every month from 3:00 – 4:00 pm at DKH’s Field Conf. Center. For info. call 963-6322 or 928-9844.


Services

Asthma Solutions
Free evaluation, testing, management & education of asthma. For 15 years & older without regular access to healthcare & who are uninsured or underinsured. Call 928-4344 for more info. Meets the
1st Thursday of the month from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the office of Dr. John Day.

Blood Pressure Screening Clinics
Senior groups, congregate housing sites & community centers. Call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015 more info.

Caregiver Education Classes
Series of 4 classes to assist caregivers in dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s & other dementias. To register call 928-0422. 4th Monday of every month from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at DKH Field Conf. Room # 2.

Connecticut Immunization Registry
Stores children’s immunization dates for parents’ future use. For more info. call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2013.

Family Training Classes
Series of 4 classes twice a year (March -
June and Sept. - Dec. ) 4th Monday of these months from 6:00 to 8:00
pm at DKH Field Conf. Room # 2 to assist caregivers in dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s & other dementias. To register call 928-0422.

Flu & Pneumonia Immunizations Clinics
Workplace, school & community. For adults 18 years & older. Call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015.

Lose Weight Feel Great - $150
6-week program using life changing techniques & hypnosis. Call for info. 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015. Space is limited. At DKH Field Conf. Center. 2008 Sessions: 9/18-10/23.

Nurturing Families Network
Info & support for new parents during pregnancy & after the birth of baby. Nurturing Families offers home visits & telephone support for first-time parents & parenting classes for all parents. Please call
928-6541 or 774-3366 x2077.

Prepared Childbirth Class - $60
This program instructs mother & partner on the many issues of labor & delivery. Women should choose the session which ends closest to their due date. Call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2247 to register.
(Please bring a blanket and pillow to use during the class).
At DKH: Wednesday Sessions: 7-9 pm in RHF 2&3 – 4/16 – 5/14; 9/3 – 10/1. Thursday Sessions: 7-9 pm in RHF 2&3 – 5/22 – 6/16; 10/9 – 11/3. Saturday Sessions: 8:00 am – 12:00 noon in RHF 2&3 – 4/5 & 4/12.

“Safe Sitter” Baby Sitting Classes - $50
Teaches safe & nurturing childcare techniques, behavior management skills & appropriate responses to medical emergencies. For boys & girls ages 11-13. Call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015 to register. This is a 2-evening program. All classes must be attended to receive a childcare certificate. Class size is limited. At DKH Field Conf. Center. 2008 Classes: 4/14 & 4/16; 6/16 & 6/18; 7/21 & 7/23; 8/25 & 8/27

Stop Smoking Using Hypnosis - $50
Participants will be safely hypnotized twice during the program by a registered clinical hypnotherapist & be able to stop smoking without weight gain, stress or withdrawal. For info, call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2015. Bring a blanket, pillow and cigarettes. Wear comfortable clothing. Space is limited. At DKH Field Conf. Center. 2008 Sessions: 5/8, 7/10, 9/4 & 11/ 5

Wellness Consultative Services
For your office, school or business. Consultant: Elaine Turner, RN, BSN, will guide you in developing an Employee Wellness Program. Risk assessments, team building, policy & environmental change, challenges and incentives. Call 928-6541 or 774- 3366 x2015.


On-Going Programs

Amputee Clinic
Amputees meet with Dr. Joseph O’Keefe to ensure proper care & fit of prosthetics. Meets the 4th Tuesday of every month from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon at DKH Rehab Center in Putnam. For more info. call 963-6322.

Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Classes
DKH’s Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program offers free educational programs for people with heart and/or lung disease to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle. For info. call 963-6315. Mondays at 10:30 am in DKH’s Cardiopulmonary Rehab.

Healthy Start/Husky Program
A healthcare program for pregnant women & children up to 19 years of age. Services include insurance for prenatal care for pregnant women & complete medical coverage for children. Parents or guardians may qualify for free medical assistance if financial restrictions are met. Case management, food & shelter services are
also available. For info. call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2595.

Mammograms and Pap Tests
Clinical breast exams, mammograms, pap tests, pelvic exams & other diagnostic services are available to women who are 40 years of age or older, have no health insurance, are not covered for those services, or have a high deductible. For info. call Linda Daniels at
779-9270.

Well Child Care
Includes physical exams, immunizations, simple blood tests, health supervision & counseling for parents regarding normal growth and development habit training, emotional health & diet for children up to
five years of age. For info. call 928-6541 or 774-3366 x2013.

Wheel Chair Clinic
For individuals with severe walking disabilities due to new medical or trauma related conditions, progressive debilitating diseases or upgrades to current mobility devices. Meets the 1st Monday of
every month from 1:30-3:30 pm at the DKH Rehab Center in Danielson. For more info. or to register, call 779-0252.

Women, Infant & Children Program
A supplemental food & nutrition program for women who are pregnant, breast-feeding mothers & infants and children under 5 years old. This is an income eligible program. For info. & guidelines, call 928-3660 or 774-7860.

Contact Information

Phone: (860) 963-5331
Fax: (860) 963-6460
e-mail: Elaine Turner, RN
eturner@daykimball.org

Location

Most support groups meet in the hospital’s Field Conference Center, located across from the laboratory’s waiting room on the main floor. The Care Giver Support Group meets at the Center for Healthy Aging, 15 Marshall St., Putnam. To find a support group’s specific meeting place, call the telephone number listed with the group.

Directions

The Field Conference Center is located on the main floor of the hospital. Drive down the hospital’s main entry road towards the Emergency Department. Bear right at the helicopter landing pad and continue to your right pass the Medical Office Building and the Pediatric Center. There will be an entry door between the Medical Office Building and the Professional Building. Enter through this door and take a left. Go through a pair of glass doors and take a right. The Field Conference Center is on your immediate right.

Directions to DKH

Hours

Wellness Department
Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Physicians/Team members

Elaine Turner, RN, Wellness Coordinator

Related support groups or programs

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Putnam, Connecticut 06260
Phone: (860) 928-6541 or (860) 774-3366
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