New Milford Hospital Posts December Activities

December 1, 15: Chair Yoga 10:30 to 11:30 am with Trish McDonald, RN. Relaxation techniques for cancer patients and their families. December 1: Robison Room A. December 15: 2-East Conference Room. Reservations requested but not required. For more information contact Social Work Department, 860-210-7442.

December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Postpartum Yoga 10 to 11:15 am. Certified yoga instructor Jennifer Pote holds 75-minute classes to nurture energy and restore balance, release the lower back and align the body. Classes meet weekly on Saturdays in Robison Room B. Preregistration required; fee, call Family Birthing Center, 860-350-7248.

December 5, 19: Reiki 1:30 to 2:30 pm. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is administered by “laying on hands” and is based on the principle that life force energy flows through us. Reiki practitioner is Mary Ellen Foster, RN. For cancer patients and their families. Interfaith Chapel. For more information contact Social Work Department, 860-210-7442.

December 7, 13: Guided Imagery 10:30 to 11:30 am. Imagery and breathing techniques to manage stress and pain. For cancer patients and their families. Facilitated by Gayle Pantaleo, LCSW. 2nd Floor Conference Room. For more information contact Social Work Department, 860-210-7442.

December 7, 14, 21, 28: CARES Cancer Support Group 11 am to noon. Cancer Rehabilitation Education Support (CARES) for cancer patients and their families. Meets every Thursday in Robison Room A. For more information contact Social Work Department, 860-210-7442.

December 7, 14, 21, 28: Prenatal Yoga 6 to 7:15 pm Certified yoga instructor Jennifer Pote holds 75-minute classes to nurture energy and restore balance, release the lower back and align the body. Classes meet weekly on Thursdays in Robison Room B. Preregistration required; fee; call Family Birthing Center, 860-350-7248.

December 8: Healing Drum Circle 10 to 11 am. Explore the universal healing power of the drum. This drumming circle will focus on healing through sound and rhythm. No experience necessary, drums and other percussion instruments will be provided. For cancer patients and their families. Led by Dave Wonsey. Interfaith Chapel. For more information contact Social Work Department, 860-210-7442.

December 17: Nondenominational Healing Service 6 to 7 pm. A service focusing on spiritual healing with Rev Gail Paul, Oratory of the Little Way. Interfaith Chapel. All are welcome. Meets third Sunday of the month.

December 28: Northwest CT Stroke Survivors Support Group 6:30 to 8 pm. A support group for stroke victims. Facilitated by Guido Tino, stroke survivor and EMT. Meets last Wednesday of the month. Blood pressures taken at each meeting. Robison Conference Rooms. For more information contact Guido Tino, 860-355-0846.

December 29: American Red Cross Blood Drive 11 am to 4 pm in Robison Conference Rooms. To make an appointment or for more information, call the Red Cross at 800-448-3543.