Health Education Classes and Support Groups

Our community health education programs are designed to help our patients and community adopt a healthier lifestyle and achieve better overall health.


CARDIAC

Healthy Heart Class

This class series covers cardiac risk factors, congestive heart failure, education, and how to stay healthy through blood pressure management, stress management, and exercise.

BUILDING: 1100 Building, Community classroom
ROOM: 
Community classroom, 2nd floor
NUMBER OF CLASSES:
 6*
DATE:
 Third Wednesday of each month
TIME: 
4:30 - 5:30 pm
CONTACT PHONE:
 909.920.6225

*Note: You may opt to take only those classes which interest you or the entire series.


SCHEDULE OF CLASSES

Date Class
3/20/2024 Stroke, Risk Factors, and Your Medications Pharmacy Department
4/24/2024 Diabetes, Risk Factors, and Your Medications Pharmacy Department
5/8/2024 Diabetes, Risk Factors, and Your Medications Pharmacy Department
6/19/2024 Improving Your Numbers Through Nutrition Beatriz Lima-Vasquez, MPH, RDN, CDCES
7/17/2024 Stress Management and Your Heart Michelle Zaldarriaga, RN
8/21/2024 Congestive Heart Failure Brittany Albaugh, RN, CHFN, CCRN
9/18/2024 Risk Factors and Heart Disease Raylene Bringas, RN, BSN, CCRN
10/16/2024 Exercise Your Heart Valerie Floyd, RN, BSN; Beatriz Hsieh, RN, BSN
11/20/2024 Diabetes Prevention and Nutrition Beatriz Lima-Vasquez, MPH, RDN, CDCES

 

CANCER CLASSES

Orientation for the Newly Diagnosed

This educational class is designed to help you and your family gain a better understanding of cancer and chemotherapy. It is for men and women with any cancer type and will be individualized for your needs.

BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
AGE: Adult
DATE: By appointment only.
TIME: By appointment only.
CONTACT: 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org
REGISTRATION: To make an appointment please contact Teri Wiley at 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org. Classes are offered free of charge.

 

Pilates for Cancer Health

Exercise is an important part of maintaining a healthy mind and body. This class provides a safe environment for patients with cancer to continue to participate in exercise.

BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
DATE: Every Monday
TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 am
CONTACT: 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org
REGISTRATION: To be added to the class, contact Teri Wiley at 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org. Classes are offered free of charge.

 

Breast Cancer Support Group

Provides a safe, supportive environment in which women with breast cancer can share their personal experiences and exchange thoughts and feelings with each other.

BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
DATE: 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month
TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 am
CONTACT: 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org
REGISTRATION: To be added to the class, contact Teri Wiley at 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org. Classes are offered free of charge.

 

Cancer Support Group

A cancer diagnosis provokes many emotions. This support group provides a safe space for both men and women with any type of cancer to work through their feelings and the emotional challenges a cancer diagnosis brings.

BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
DATE: 3rd Thursday of each month
TIME: 3:30 - 4:30 pm
CONTACT: 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org
REGISTRATION: To be added to the class, contact Teri Wiley at 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org. Classes are offered free of charge.

 

Caregiver Support Group

This support group provides a safe space for caregivers to work through their feelings and the emotional challenges that come with caring for a loved one with cancer.

BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
DATE: 1st Tuesday of each month
TIME: 2:00 - 3:00 pm
CONTACT: 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org
REGISTRATION: To be added to the class, contact Teri Wiley at 909.920.6265 or TWiley@sarh.org. Classes are offered free of charge.

 

Nutrition Counseling

Keep yourself healthy while undergoing cancer treatment with a one-on-one counseling session with a registered dietitian. Learn ways to help maintain a healthy body weight and about the nutrition needed for your body to sustain strength and promote recovery.

BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
AGE: Adult
DATE: By appointment only.
TIME: By appointment only.
CONTACT: 909.985.2811, extension 24429
REGISTRATION: By appointment only by calling 909.985.2811, extension 24429. Fee applies.

 


MATERNITY & PARENTING

Maternity Tour (virtual)

Couples considering delivering at San Antonio Regional Hospital are encouraged to attend a tour of the Maternity Unit. To learn more about Maternity Services, please go to our Healthy Beginnings Maternity Services.

Pre-registration is required.  Register at our Eventbrite page

Note: We encourage our patients to sign up early in their pregnancy to take advantage of the full series of classes.


Prepared Childbirth (LaMaze) Class (virtual)

Learn basic breathing and relaxation techniques and what to expect when you are in labor. Refresher classes are also available.

Pre-registration is required.  Register at our Eventbrite page


Breastfeeding Class (virtual)

This class is offered by a certified lactation educator to provide encouragement and instruction in the methods of breastfeeding. Attend this class before your baby is born. In addition, our breastfeeding experts are available to assist you while you are hospitalized. We also offer a appointments to our Family Care Center or newborn feeding center to provide in-person assistance and support to breastfeeding mothers after the birth of their baby.

Pre-registration is required.  Register at our Eventbrite page


Breastfeeding Class (In-person)

This class is offered by a certified lactation educator to provide encouragement and instruction in the methods of breastfeeding. Attend this class before your baby is born. In addition, our breastfeeding experts are available to assist you while you are hospitalized. We also offer a appointments to our Family Care Center or newborn feeding center to provide in-person assistance and support to breastfeeding mothers after the birth of their baby.

Pre-registration is required.  Register at our Eventbrite page


Infant Care Class  (virtual)

This class is designed to educate parents on the characteristics of the new baby. Physical care such as bathing, diapering, umbilical cord, and circumcision care are covered.

Pre-registration is required.  Register at our Eventbrite page



ORTHOPEDIC

Total Joint Replacement Class 

Once you and your surgeon have made the decision to have a joint replacement, our goal is to prepare you and your family for your surgery, recovery, and rehabilitation. Our Total Joint Replacement Pre-op Class is taught by our Orthopedic Nurse Navigator, as well as a physical therapy team member. You will learn how to prepare for surgery, what to expect before, during, and after your procedure and receive answers to any questions you may have.

Please click here to go to the Online Joint Replacement Class