Upcoming Classes and Events
The Spring 2008 Marianjoy Community Wellness Calendar is now available as a PDF.
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Register online for Marianjoy Community Classes.
Marianjoy reserves the right to cancel any class if the minimum number of attendees is not met.
Upcoming Community Education Classes at Marianjoy
For Your Mind For Your Body For Your Spirit For Your Kids
For Your Mind
Caring for the Caregiver
For those caring for a parent or loved one, there are many emotional and physical challenges to face. Join us as Marianjoy experts share practical information on resources available to help support family caregivers, the importance of the caregiver’s emotional and social well-being, and how to hire a caregiver should the need arise. This presentation will also include a demonstration on strengthening exercises for the caregiver to help avoid injuries, proper body mechanics to use during lifts and transfers, the use of transfer aids, and information and resources for specialized equipment.
May 13, 6:30 p.m. Presenters: Michele Hustead, Marianjoy Physical Therapy Assistant and Larisa Lahey, Marianjoy Case Manager
The Healing Effects of Acupuncture
Originating in China over 2000 years ago, the practice of acupuncture is one of the oldest, most commonly used procedures in the world. Dr. Gouri Chaudhuri, Marianjoy Medical Group physician and director of the Holistic Integrative Medicine Clinic at Marianjoy, will explain what acupuncture is, how it works, and its healing effects for relieving pain and discomfort.
May 15, 6:00 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Gouri Chaudhuri, Marianjoy Medical Group Physician
What is Reiki?
Two Marianjoy Chaplains, who are also Reiki practitioners, offer this ancient healing energy to patients at Marianjoy. Learn all about Reiki and experience a brief Reiki session.
May 29, 6:30 p.m. Presenters: Rev. Dr. Patty Roberts, Marianjoy Director of Spiritual Care, and Sister del Rey Waite, Marianjoy Chaplain
For Your Body
Therapeutic Adult Golf Clinic
Would you like to play golf again, but don’t think you can because of a disability, back or neck pain, or arthritis? Work with trained Marianjoy clinicians and local golf pros to focus on your particular needs at your level of play. Participants are divided into beginner, intermediate, and advanced groups. Registration and a physician release are required.
Upcoming clinic dates: March 10 and April 14 at the White Pines Dome in Bensenville. Each clinic is from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Cost: $25/clinic
Call: Tracy Ekstrom, CTRS and Marianjoy Certified Golf Instructor at (630) 909-6010 for more information or to register
The Feldenkrais Method ALL CLASSES ARE FULL
Want to improve your posture, flexibility, coordination and to help alleviate muscular tension and pain? The Feldenkrais method, a unique melding of motor development, biomechanics, psychology and martial arts, has the potential to help in all of these areas. Feldenkrais has been shown to benefit anyone wishing to lie or move more comfortably, including those with restricted movement, chronic pain, psychological and neurological problems. Participants report feeling revitalized, relaxed, and discover an effortless grace and movement!
To gain the full benefit of this presentation, it is recommended that
participants attend all 4 classes.
May 15, 22, 29 and June 5, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12 noon
Instructor: Adam Roth, Certified Feldenkrais Instructor
For Your Spirit
Labyrinth Overview
The labyrinth—an ancient tool for spiritual reflection and growth—provides an opportunity for centering reflection, self discovery, and mindful movement to all who take the time to walk or wheel its path. The Marianjoy labyrinth is an exact replica of the ancient medieval labyrinth at Chartres Cathedral. Led by Marianjoy Director of Spiritual Care, Rev. Dr. Patty Roberts, this class will start with a brief introduction to walking the labyrinth with time for questions and answers. Then participants will be on their own to experience the labyrinth. Chaplain facilitators will be available for spiritual guidance, to help process the experience and to offer encouraging reflection.
June 2, 6:30 p.m. Presenter: Rev. Dr. Patty Roberts, Marianjoy Director of Spiritual Care
Labyrinth Workshop
This intensive three-hour workshop will help you learn about and experience the Marianjoy labyrinth. The first hour will focus on the history, background, spiritual purpose and benefits of walking the labyrinth. During the second hour, participants will walk the labyrinth in silence, with time for reflection, writing or creating artwork afterwards. In the third hour the group will gather to share and discuss the experience, feelings, and insight gained.
June 7, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Presenter: Rev. Dr. Patty Roberts, Marianjoy Director of Spiritual Care
Therapeutic Touch
Come experience this gentle healing technique. The first part of the class will be devoted to teaching and practicing technique. During the second part of the class all are invited to receive a Therapeutic Touch treatment. Newcomers are always welcome. It is not necessary to attend all the sessions—drop in for one or all! No RSVP required.
Dates: May 14
All Therapeutic Touch classes meet from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. on the Marianjoy campus in the Outpatient Pavilion (Entrance 2) in the Marianjoy Conference Room.
Facilitated by College of DuPage Nursing Professor and Therapeutic Touch expert Marilyn Johnston, and Marianjoy Nurse Educator, Donna Pilkington.
For Your Kids
That’s a Rap — for Kids
A social language and pragmatics group which addresses five specific areas: a) topicalization (introducing, maintaining and terminating a topic in conversation), b) conversational ability (turn-taking, eye contact, topic shifting), c) use of register (formal or informal, tone of voice), d) effective language (conveying the message that was meant to be communicated), and e) nonverbal communication (facial expressions, gestures).
For children 5-7 years of age; Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. or Tuesdays 4:00 to 5:00
For children 8-11 years of age; Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00
Cost: $80 for an 8-week session
For more information or to register,
please call Ginny Girten, Supervisor of Marianjoy Pediatric Therapies,
(630) 909-6152 or Rima Birutis, Marianjoy
Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, (630) 909-6360
Rap It Up — for Teens
A pragmatics and social language group for teens, addressing five specific areas: a) topicalization (introducing, maintaining and terminating a topic in conversation),
b) conversational ability (turn-taking, eye contact, topic shifting), c) use of register (formal or informal, tone of voice), d) effective language (conveying the message that was meant to be communicated), and e) nonverbal communication (facial expressions, gestures). We also explore the wonderful world of making new friends, interacting with other teens with self-respect, and other challenges of surviving adolescence.
For teens 12-15 years of age; Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $80 for an 8-week session
For more information or to register, please call Ginny Girten, Supervisor of Marianjoy Pediatric Therapies, (630) 909-6152 or Rima Birutis, Marianjoy Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, (630) 909-6360
Come Play With Me
Sensory language group for children ages 1 through 4 years old, designed to promote play skills, social interaction, and communication skills and to give caregivers the opportunity to learn about child development. The class is run by Marianjoy occupational and speech therapists.
Dates to be determined. Please call Ginny Girten, Supervisor of Marianjoy Pediatric Therapies, at (630) 909-6152 for more information or to register.
Young Adult Fitness Group
Strength, balance, and flexibility eight-week exercise class for children 8 years and older.
Start date to be determined.
Wednesdays 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Cost: $112 for an 8-week session.
Please call Ginny Girten, Supervisor of Marianjoy Pediatric Therapies, at (630) 909-6152 for more information or to register
POOL CLASSES FOR KIDS
The first session for all pool classes runs the week of January 7 through the week of February 15, and the second session runs the week of March 3 through the week of April 21. Please call Ginny Girten, Supervisor of Marianjoy Pediatric Therapies, at (630) 909-6152 for more information or to register.
After School in the Pool
Aquatic exercise classes tailored for children ages 8 and up.
Wednesdays 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $80 for an 8-week session
Mom & Child Swim
For children ages 6 months to 4 years or older with a caregiver or parent. This is not an Early Intervention Group.
Mondays 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. or Thursdays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $80 for an 8-week session
Young Adult Pool
This pool class is for teenagers ages 16 and over. Participants must be able to be independent in the pool, either with a float device or on their own. This class focuses on exercise, balance and aerobics for general health and wellness, using the warm water for ease of movement.
Tuesdays 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $80 for an 8-week session
