Classes and Events

Jan. 30 Look Good, Feel Better. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Regional Cancer Center Conference Room at Singing River Hospital.  A class in which a trained volunteer cosmetologist teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetics and skin care products donated by the cosmetic industry. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society.

Feb. 1 Herbs for a Healthy Heart. Noon in the OSH Education Center, 2nd Floor. Presented by Lisa Segarra, MPH, RD, LD. Lunch provided with RSVP. RSVP today This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Lunch provided with reservations only.  Don't delay, classes fill quickly!

Feb. 2 “I Can Cope: Taking Charge of Money Matters” by Guest Speaker: James Wilson, Attorney at Law. 8 to 9 a.m. in the first floor conference room of Ocean Springs Medical Park. Educational classes for people facing cancer – either personally, or as a friend or family caregiver. Living with cancer is one of the greatest challenges a person can face in the course of a lifetime. I Can Cope offers help- in the form of reliable information, peer support, and practical coping skills – so that you can meet this challenge. Each Month, all participants will get to sample a healthy recipe provided by the Cancer Center Dietitian. I Can Cope is an American Cancer Society Sponsored Program along with Singing River Health System. Regional Cancer Center For more information, please contact Donna Burks or Marion Coleman 228-809-5251.

Feb. 7 Hospice of Light Grief and Loss Support Group. 10 a.m. at Hospice of Light, 2012 Hwy 90, Gautier (in the Smith Mitchell Building). Our support group explores the experience of grief after loss. It offers individuals who are dealing with the loss of a loved one the opportunity to share with others who are living the same experience. To register, call 228-497-2400.

Feb. 7 Breastfeeding Class. 6 to 8 p.m. in the Singing River Hospital Medical Staff Conference Room. In this free, one-day course, you will learn the healthy benefits of breastfeeding, proper latch on, nutrition, and how to work through any challenges you may have. We suggest you come in your seventh month of pregnancy. Father may attend with mother to be but is not required. Seating is limited so please call 228-497-7470 to register or register online now.

Feb. 8 Herbs for a Healthy Heart Part 2. Noon in the SRH Turner Center. Presented by Lisa Segarra, MPH, RD, LD. Lunch provided with RSVP. RSVP today This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Lunch provided with reservations only.  Don't delay, classes fill quickly!

Feb. 9 Moving Forward Stroke Support Group. 11 a.m. to noon in the CRC activities room on the 4th floor of SRH. This support group is for patients and their caregivers. Refreshments will be served and prizes awarded. For more information, contact Jodie Picciano-Swanson, LMSW, ACSW, at 228-809-5626.

Feb. 10 Hospice of Light Grief and Loss Support Group. 10 a.m. at the Hospice of Light, 53 Dewey St., Lucedale  - across from George Regional Hospital in the George Regional Specialty Center (the old community medical center). Our support group explores the experience of grief after loss. It offers individuals who are dealing with the loss of a loved one the opportunity to share with others who are living the same experience. To register, please call 601-766-1800.

Feb. 11 Preparing for Childbirth Class. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Singing River Hospital Medical Staff Conference Room. This free, one-day class is taught by Certified Childbirth Educators (RN's). We suggest you enroll in this class when you are in your 7th month of pregnancy. Mother and coach will learn about the stages of labor, delivery, & recovery, plus different type of anesthesia. You will learn about your newborn's appearance, general newborn care. At the end of class, you will have the opportunity to tour the Labor & Delivery area in the hospital. Lunch break is provided so bring lunch or money for lunch. Pre-registration required. Call 228-490-7470 or register online now.

Feb. 21 Hospice of Light Grief and Loss Support Group. 10 a.m. at Hospice of Light, 2012 Hwy 90, Gautier (in the Smith Mitchell Building). Our support group explores the experience of grief after loss. It offers individuals who are dealing with the loss of a loved one the opportunity to share with others who are living the same experience. To register, call 228-497-2400.

Feb. 24 Hospice of Light Grief and Loss Support Group. 10 a.m. at the Hospice of Light, 53 Dewey St., Lucedale  - across from George Regional Hospital in the George Regional Specialty Center (the old community medical center). Our support group explores the experience of grief after loss. It offers individuals who are dealing with the loss of a loved one the opportunity to share with others who are living the same experience. To register, please call 601-766-1800.

Feb. 27 Look Good, Feel Better. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Regional Cancer Center Conference Room at the Ocean Springs Medical Park.  A class in which a trained volunteer cosmetologist teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetics and skin care products donated by the cosmetic industry. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society.