Health & Wellness Events

15
May
Support Groups, Pre and Post Natal

Truckee Mama's Meet Up: Infant Feeding Support Group

1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Sierra Community House – Truckee House
Free, Pre-Registration Recommended
Hands-on breastfeeding support for new moms and their infants! This informal support group will help you as you transition into the fourth trimester, and is provided by registered nurses, international board-certified lactation consultants, and certified lactation educators. This program is...
15
May
Healthy Eating, Support Groups, Health & Wellness

Diabetes Self-Management Program

4:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Eskridge Conference Room, Tahoe Forest Hospital
Free, Pre-Registration Required
An evidence-based program developed by Stanford University School of Medicine Participants in this program are better able to manage their symptoms and report improved health and quality of life. Join us for 6 weekly classes and learn: Decision-making strategies Becoming a self-...
16
May
7:45 am to 8:45 am
Tahoe Forest Center for Health
$90, Pre-Registration Required
For patients trying to improve their overall balance, core stability, and muscle activation. • Strength training in a small group environment • Return to sports or activities of daily living • Balance training with a focus on proper muscle activation • Affordable and...
16
May
Support Groups, Health & Wellness

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

3:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Donner Conference Room
Free, Pre-Registration Required
Whether you are dealing with pain, struggling with sleep or having difficulty maintaining your relationships This class will provide a safe, supportive environment for you to learn to take charge of your health. This program is appropriate for adults with chronic pain or any chronic health...
16
May
5:00 pm
Tahoe Forest Physical Therapy - Truckee
$90, Pre-Registration Required
For patients approximately 4 months or more post-op ACL reconstruction surgery Strength training in a small group environment Single leg strengthening Return to sport training Neuromuscular re-education Affordable and cost-effective Led by Physical Therapists   $90 for...
17
May
Fitness, Health & Wellness

Pilates Fundamentals

7:30 am to 8:30 am
Tahoe Forest Center for health
$240, Pre-Registration Required
Pilates will transform the way your body looks, feels, and performs! The Pilates Method focuses on core strength, alignment and accurate muscle engagement to improve your posture, balance and stability especially when in motion. The reformer and the exercises can be modified and adjusted to any...
17
May
Support Groups, Stress Management

Caregiver Support Group

11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Eskridge Conference Room
Free, Pre-Registration Required
Come share in a safe and supportive setting and learn ways to ease the stress of caregiving, as well as strategies and skills to solve problems. Learn how to maintain your own health while providing the best care for a loved one. Facilitated by Jackie Griffin, Care Coordinator, and held every 3rd...
17
May
Fitness, Health & Wellness

Parkinson's Strong

12:00 pm
Tahoe Forest Physical Therapy - Truckee
$90, Pre-Registration Required
An exercise class for people with Parkinson’s disease that is an energizing and active power class. Our goal is to give you the tools to live your healthiest and most active life in the mountains. 6-week sessions are held on Fridays, 12:00-1:00pm, at Tahoe Forest Physical Therapy located at...
17
May
Fitness, Stress Management, Health & Wellness

Community Yoga Class - Truckee

4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Tahoe Forest Center for Health
$5, Pre-Registration Required
Join Rachel for an all-levels practice to build a deeper connection with yourself and your community. Our practice will begin with 30 minutes of gentle flow followed by grounding restorative poses to finish. No yoga experience is necessary, and all movement will be slowly paced and mindfully...
18
May
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Center for Health Classroom
$125 per couple, Pre-Registration Required
Our goal is to make you as prepared as possible to welcome your baby into the world! Prepared Childbirth Class: Provides the tools you need to labor and birth naturally, with minimal intervention and/or without medication. The class covers what to expect in all the stages of labor, relaxation...