August 2024 eNewsletter

Summer is winding down and we are looking forward to fall with our kids going back to school and getting back into our routines. We have some new, exciting programs starting up this fall we want to tell you about.

Join us to jump start healthy weight loss and refresh your wellness habits. 11 week series, every other Wednesday 5:15-6:30pm starting September 11th.

Led by Lisa Fligor, Registered Dietitian.

An interactive workshop with Lisa Fligor, Cardiac Rehab Registered Dietitian, to learn tips to keep your heart healthy and strong. We will discuss healthy fats, exercise, sodium intake, sleep and stress management techniques.

September 16th 5:30-7pm.

Join Liz Schenk, Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist, for this discussion on how to make the most out of the menopause transition from our changing body, changing our minds to our changing lives.

September 19th 5:15pm-6:30pm.

Every summer the pediatrics outpatient clinic is inundated with patients who need their 4 year old vaccines, or other catch-up vaccines, to be eligible to start kindergarten. In the past two years, the Pediatric Clinic increased vaccine appointment availability 3 fold and it still wasn not sufficient to cover our community need. In 2023, Pediatrics and Community Health partnered in a school-based outreach program to support school-required vaccines for incoming kindergarteners.

The pilot program began at two local elementary schools, Glenshire and Truckee Elementary. During the kindergarten preview nights held at these schools, TFH staffed a table with a Pediatric RN, Pediatric MAs and Schedulers. The RN presented to parents about vaccines needed for Kindergarten and how to get them, while on-site schedulers helped parents schedule their children for vaccine only appointments or well child checks. During the pilot year, we reached over 150 families and scheduled nearly 20 patients for visits during these outreach events. This program helped increase awareness; helped parents schedule visits for their children; and started an important collaborative relationship between Tahoe Forest Pediatrics and the TTUSD School Nurses.

In 2024, our goal was to expand this program to include all local elementary schools and middle schools. TFH Pediatrics and Community Health participated in events at 7 local elementary schools and 2 middle schools. We reached over 420 families, providing valuable information about vaccines and timelines to keep kids up to date so they can attend school. We scheduled 62 appointments for well child checks and vaccines and educated parents and families on the importance of yearly preventative care. This program is one of the many community outreach events supported by TFH that continues to provide community health education and increase access to care.

Article Provided by Jessica Lichtig-Groom, RN MSC Pediatrics Immunization Coordinator.

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 body, movement limitation or fitness level.

When: Tuesdays and Fridays, 7:30-8:30am, Tuesdays 5:15-6:15pm, Saturdays 8am-9am
Cost: $28-$32.50 per class. Pre-registration required
Location: Tahoe Forest Center for Health
10833 Donner Pass Road, Suite 102, Truckee, 96161

Community Acupuncture is an affordable and effective way to experience the benefits of acupuncture in a group setting. Your session begins with 15 minutes of one-on-one time with your acupuncturist, ensuring individualized attention to your needs. Following this, you’ll relax for 20-30 minutes with the acupuncture needles in place, totaling around 45 minutes for your appointment.

When: Second Friday of each month. August 9th, 12-2pm
Cost: $75 per session (6-session pack available for $420), Pre-registration required.
Location: Tahoe Forest Center for Health
10833 Donner Pass Road, Suite 102, Truckee, 96161

A safe, effective, and fun medically based exercise class for the community. This 60 minute class includes cardiovascular workouts on equipment, strength training, and balance & stretching. All ages and fitness levels welcome, and no referral or diagnosis needed.

When: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7am, 8am, 9am, 10am, 11am, and on Tuesday and Thursday at 9am and 10am.

Cost: $75 per 10 pack punch card. Pre-registration required.

Location: Tahoe Forest Hospital, Cardiac Rehab Fitness Facility

10121 Pine Ave. Truckee, CA 96161

See all of our current classes and programs

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 2 cups forbidden rice also called black rice, rinsed
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice plus 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 3/4 cups cooked chickpeas or one 15-ounce can, rinsed
• 2/3 cup chopped pitted Medjool dates about 6 total
• 1/2 cup pistachios (salted or unsalted) toasted, plus more to garnish
• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro plus leaves to garnish
• 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions white parts only
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom
• freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring the water to a boil. Add the rice and salt and reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave uncovered to steam for another 20 minutes.
2. Fluff the warm rice with a fork and transfer to a serving bowl. Pour the olive oil and lemon juice overtop, then stir to combine. Fold in the chickpeas, dates, pistachios, cilantro, scallions, and cardamom. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with more cilantro leaves and pistachios.

Recipe Notes

• Black rice can be made in a rice cooker or Instant Pot using the same proportion of water, rice and salt.
• If using an Instant Pot (pressure cooker) just push the “rice” button once and you are good to go.
• Tossing the rice with the dressing while still warm helps infuse the salad with flavor. The finished dish can be served cold, warm or at room temperature, and leftovers are good for up to 3 days.

Servings 6. Prep Time 20 minutes. Cook Time 45 minutes.
Recipe Source: BrainHealthKitchen.com

Join the entire community for a 4 week virtual walk and challenge yourself to hit at least 10,000 steps a day! Coming in October!

Join us and get some swag at the Tahoe Forest Health System booth near the Welcome Center! Visit us and enter the raffle for a free Yeti cooler!