POSTPARTUM YOGA: A six-week yoga class for postpartum women with gentle stretching and postures will meet on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. beginning Feb. 14 and Tuesdays at 11 a.m. beginning Feb. 19 at NSMC Salem Hospital, 81 Highland Ave., Salem. The fee is $65. Call 978-739-6908.
INFANTS/CHILDREN CPR: Learn life-saving techniques for young victims on Thursday, Feb. 7, and Tuesday, March 11, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at NSMC Salem Hospital, Highland Hall Learning Center, 55 Highland Ave., Salem. The cost is $45 for individuals and $80 for couples. Register at 978-354-3013.
AUTISM RESEARCH: REAACH, a Beverly nonprofit organization, presents "Biomedical Interventions and Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders" on Sunday, Jan. 27, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Beverly Public Library. The program will feature video presentations and research from the Defeat Autism Now and The National Autism Association conferences. Contact Suzanne at solvethepuzzle@comcast.net or call 1-978-406-1954 to reserve a spot.
RED CROSS CLASSES: The Northeast Massachusetts Chapter of the American Red Cross is offering several classes at 100 Cummings Center, suite 210-E, Beverly. The schedule is:
* Adult CPR/AED: Wednesday, Jan. 30, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.
* First Aid: Monday, Jan. 28, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.
* Adult CPR/AED, Infant and Child First Aid: Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
To register or for information, visit www.northeastmassredcross.org or call 978-922-2224.
QUIT SMOKING
* Individual smoking cessation sessions focusing on relaxation methods are offered at the Lifestyle Management Institute in Danvers. Thirty-, 60- and 90- minute sessions are available. Call 978-646-7060.
* Beverly Hospital Hunt Center, 75 Lindall St., Beverly, offers a smoking cessation program using progressive relaxation. Call 978-774-4400, ext. 3011.
DIABETES: Highlow Diabetes provides education, information and help to children and families dealing with type 1 diabetes. They also raise public awareness through activities, functions, events and fundraising that further supports families and that supports organizations and institutions trying to find a cure. For information on upcoming programs, contact Julie Sparages at 781-231-2936 or highlowdiabetes@verizon.net.
OVEREATING: Overeaters Anonymous holds meetings on Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. at Shaughnessy Kaplan Rehabilitation Hospital, Dove Ave., Salem. Call 781-641-2303.
BLOOD PRESSURE
* Right at Home and Landmark Assisted Living at Oceanview offer free blood pressure clinics on the first Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. Registration is required. Located at 3 Essex St., Beverly. Call Doreen Tanzella, 978-927-4227, ext. 11.
* Radius Healthcare Center and CVS Pharmacy hold blood pressure clinics the second Tuesday of every month at various locations including Beverly, Danvers, Peabody, and Salem. For information or times, call Mary Roberts at 978-777-2700, ext. 3067.
* A free blood pressure clinic is held on the first Tuesday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Geriatric Care Center, 75 Lindall St., Danvers.
WEIGHT LOSS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), a nonprofit weight loss group for men, women and teens, meets every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Cove Community Center on East Corning Street, Beverly. Weekly dues $2. Sessions include private weigh-ins, nutrition tips and more. Call Barbara Walburn, 978-922-7245.
WOMEN'S HEALTH
* VNA Care Network provides financial assistance stipends to women in need diagnosed with breast cancer. Stipends can be used for treatment, medication, child care, prosthetic undergarments, head coverings, and transportation. Call 888-663-3688 ext. 2429.
* The Women's Health Network, part of VNA Care Network, offers uninsured and underinsured, income-eligible women ages 40 to 64 free mammograms, pap tests and cardiovascular screenings. Call 888-663-3688, ext. 1340 or e-mail kwebber@vnacarenetwork.org. All inquiries and services are confidential.
SENIOR MEALS: Beverly Hospital's Food and Nutrition Services invites local seniors to purchase hot and cold meals for $6 or less daily between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. at the hospital, 85 Herrick St. Meals are served in the third-floor cafeteria, which is handicapped accessible. Parking is free.
HEARING LOSS
* Dial-A-Hearing-Screening offers automated confidential hearing loss tests to Beverly residents. Call 800-222-3277 from a phone in a quiet room between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. for a screening.
* Rogers Hearing Solutions holds free hearing clinics the last Friday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon at the Beverly Council on Aging, 90 Colon St. Call 978-921-6017 for an appointment.
MEN'S HEALTH
* A Prostate Cancer Support Group meets the third Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Ledgewood Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center at Beverly Hospital, 85 Herrick St., Beverly. Meetings are free; no registration required. Call 978-236-1650.
* The Gay and Bisexual Men's Health Program has drop-in hours Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. at 156 Cabot St., Beverly, and offers free and anonymous HIV testing, free condoms and information on HIV, STD, hepatitis and other men's health issues. Call David at 978-927-4506, ext. 219.
SENIOR MEALS: The Food and Nutrition Services staff at Beverly Hospital, Herrick Street, invites local seniors to join them for nutritious meals. Hot and cold meals may be purchased for $6 or less from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. daily.
KEEP WELL: The VNA Care Network offers Keep Well clinics daily throughout the North Shore. Participants may receive blood pressure screenings, medication information, and blood sugar or weight monitoring. Clinics are free; all residents ages 60 and older are welcome. For locations and times, call 888-663-3688, ext. 5603, or visit www.vnacarenetwork.org.
SENIOR HEALTH
* The Seniors EyeCare Program offers free eye-care information for patients who qualify. The program is designed for those ages 65 and older who have not seen an ophthalmologist in three or more years. Eligible patients will be matched with a nearby volunteer ophthalmologist. Call 800-222-3937.
* The Senior Outreach Program at Beverly Hospital hosts a Senior Supper Club open to all area seniors. Each month, the group meets for a lecture followed by a nutritious and affordable meal in the hospital's cafeteria. Call 978-774-4400, ext. 4005.
* VNA Care Network offers a free Medication Management Program to help seniors and their caregivers effectively manage seniors' prescription medications and reduce errors and adverse drug reactions. Participants must be 60 or older and be a resident of Danvers, Marblehead, Middleton, Peabody or Salem. Call 800-728-1862.
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
r Infant/Childsaver Class, a two-evening, six-hour program, is available to help parents, expecting parents and caregivers recognize and cope with emergency situations involving infants and small children. Call the education department at Beverly Hospital at 978-927-9103.
* Managing Childhood Obesity, a family-centered program, is offered at the Lifestyle Management Institute at Beverly Hospital's Danvers Medical and Day Surgery Center, 480 Maple St., Danvers. Call 978-646-7060.
* Catholic Charities North offers Healthy Families services for first-time parents ages 20 and younger in North Shore communities. The home visiting program provides group-based activities to reduce isolation and promotes peer-to-peer support to young parents. Enrollment in the program is voluntary, and may begin prenatally or until the child's first birthday. Service continues until the child turns 3. Call 781-593-2312.
* Beverly Hospital offers several classes and workshops for new parents, including prenatal classes, childbirth education, and postpartum classes. The hospital also offers Boot Camp for New Dads and childbirth class house-calls. Participants are advised to register early as classes fill up quickly. Call 978-927-9103.
* Mothertalk Too, a play time for moms and babies 8 months and older, takes place every other Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. at the Women's Health & Medical Arts Building, on the campus of Beverly Hospital, Herrick Street, Beverly. Cost is $5 a class. Call 978-927-9103.
REIKI CLASSES: Classes in ancient hands-on healing are available at the Lifestyle Management Institute at Beverly Hospital's Danvers Medical Center, 480 Maple St., Danvers. To reserve a 30- or 60-minute session or for fees and other information, call 978-774-4400, ext. 3011.
HYPNOSIS: Sessions in progressive relaxation are held at the Lifestyle Management Institute at Beverly Hospital's Danvers Medical Center, 480 Maple St., Danvers. To reserve a 30- or 60-minute session or for fees and other information, call 978-774-4400, ext. 3011.
CPR CLASSES: The American Heart Association offers adult and pediatric Heartsaver classes as well as healthcare provider classes through the Beverly Hospital Education Department. Call 978-922-3000, ext. 2236, for more.
PREPARE FOR SURGERY: A workshop on preparing for surgery to help patients heal faster is offered prior to scheduled procedures at the Lifestyle Management Institute at Beverly Hospital's Danvers Medical and Day Surgery Center, 480 Maple St., Danvers. Call 978-646-7060.
OSTEOARTHRITIS OF KNEE: A clinical research study is being held to evaluate the safety of a new oral medication for treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee. To qualify for the study, participants need to be at least 40 years old, have radiographic evidence of knee osteoarthritis, and have had knee pain for at least six months that required medication such as Naproxen or Celebrex for pain relief. Contact Matthew Heller, M.D., Arthritis Associates, Inc., 39 Cross St., Peabody, MA 01960 or call 978-532-7545.
AIDS TESTING: Health Quarters, 19 Broadway, Beverly, offers free HIV testing and counseling and free pregnancy tests, as well as low-cost birth control, cancer screenings and STD testing. Call 800-892-0234 for an appointment.
FREE SCREENINGS
* Peabody-Martins Senior Homecare, 70 Main St., Peabody, offers free blood pressure screenings the first Monday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. A bilingual Portuguese/Spanish nurse is available. Walk-ins welcome.
* Partners Home Care offers free monthly health screenings for Salem residents at various locations in Salem. Call 978-236-1300.
* Addison Gilbert Hospital on Washington Street in Gloucester offers free diabetes screenings the first Monday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. No appointment necessary.
HELP WITH HEALTH INSURANCE: North Shore Elder Services in Danvers has trained volunteers to counsel Medicare beneficiaries about health insurance and benefits, including Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare Part D, HMOs, Prescription Advantage Program, and long-term care insurance. Volunteers provide seniors with free, confidential, unbiased information. Appointments required. Call 978-750-4540.
