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PARKINSON’s Exercise Class
Designed and administered by physical
therapists and exercise specialists, this
program helps people with Parkinson’s
improve their flexibility, balance, and
strength, enabling them to perform
everyday activities with greater ease.
Call Meridian Life Fitness in Brick at
732-836-4007 for fees and to register.
Car Seat Safety Check
Sponsored by the New Jersey State Police
and the Trauma Center at Jersey Shore
University Medical Center. No registration
necessary.
First Tuesday of each month
3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Children’s Counseling
Meridian Behavioral Health offers a variety of
counseling services at both our Neptune and
Shrewsbury locations. We offer age-specific
group therapy, a therapeutic after-school
program for children ages 7 to 13, and traditional
individual and family therapy. Call 732-869-2784,
ext. 2, for registration, schedules, and fees.
MERIDIAN PEDIATRIC
NETWORK
Safe Sitter
Meridian offers babysitting training for
boys and girls ages 11 to 14 that covers basic
child care, CPR, and behavior management.
The fee is $40. Registration is required.
November 8, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
November 9, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Red Bank First Aid
151 Spring St.
November 10, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Family Resource Center at the Ocean Club,
Stafford Township
Zumbatomic® Demo Class
Designed for children ages 4 to 7,
Zumbatomic classes are rockin’, highenergy
fitness parties packed with specially
choreographed, kid-friendly routines to
music that they love. Registration required.
November 12
Registration: 3:45 p.m.
Demo class: 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
Meridian Life Fitness, Point Pleasant Beach
Healthy Choices
This program is for girls in grades 7
and 8 and their moms to learn how to
make healthy life choices and increase
communication during these important
teen years. Dinner and door prizes
included. Registration required.
November 14, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Sea Oaks Country Club, Little Egg Harbor
Children and Nutrition
Maintaining a healthy diet is essential
for children. Pediatrician Vanda Bruner,
M.D., will host an informative lecture on
preventing obesity and weight-related
diseases such as diabetes in children.
December 19, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
CHILDBIRTH/MATERNITY
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION SERIES
Meridian Health offers classes and seminars
for first-time and experienced parents,
as well as tours, classes for siblings, and
more! Registration required. Please register
before your third trimester. To learn more
about our fun and informative classes, visit
MeridianMomtourage.com.
STRIKE A POSE: YOGA FOR
MOMS AND MOMS-TO-BE
Classes focus on gentle postures, breathing
techniques, and relaxation to prepare for
childbirth or recover after childbirth. Call
Meridian Life Fitness in Point Pleasant at
732-295-1778 for fees and to register.
Annual Birthday PARTY
and BABY Fair
Expect more fun! Join Riverview
Medical Center for an afternoon
dedicated to the health and wellness
of you and your growing family at our
annual Birthday Party and Baby Fair.
Participate in a number of interactive
activities, hear the latest news and
tips for mommies at all walks of life,
and get a sneak peek at our beautiful,
recently renovated Childbirth Center.
Light refreshments will be served.
Registration is required.
November 10
Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Joan and Robert Rechnitz Conference
and Education Center at
Riverview Medical Center
COUNSELING AND
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Addiction Recovery Services
For adult family members of addicted
individuals. Call for information.
DIABETES
COMPREHENSIVE Diabetes
Management and Education
The focus of diabetes education is on both
the person with diabetes and the family.
Meridian offers educational and support
programs at all our hospitals on
an individual or group basis for people
with diabetes. In Monmouth County, call
732-530-2555. In Ocean County, call
609-978-3400.
See Diabetes Month events on page 21.
FITNESS
Self-Defense Exercises
Black belt instructor Walter Miller will
teach you how to use balance and leverage
to help defend yourself. Fee is $3 per class.
November 1 and 15, and December 6
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Family Resource Center at the Ocean Club,
Stafford Township
Yoga for Golfers
Join Meridian Life Fitness for this demo
class and find out how doing yoga can
improve your flexibility and your golf game.
December 1, 8:45 – 9:45 a.m.
Meridian Life Fitness, Point Pleasant Beach
SOOTHING STRATEGIES for a
STRESSFul World
Join Meridian Life Fitness for a lecture on
strategies for coping with stress. Learn
relaxation techniques that will help.
December 6, 11:00 a.m. – noon
Ocean County Library, Point Pleasant Borough
Gentle Fitness Classes
Learn how exercise can improve your life. A
variety of classes that include a combination
of strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular
exercises are offered. Options include the
Arthritis Foundation Classes (land, pool, and
Tai Chi), Zumba® Gold, Back Strengthening,
and Balance Training. Call 732-206-8263 for
fees and class locations.
Meridian HealthViews • November/December 2012
Call 1-800-DOCTORS or 1-800-560-9990 to register for programs.
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