Welcome to The Bellevue Hospital, Bellevue, Ohio!

The Bellevue Hospital (TBH) and the Northeast Ohio Arthritis Foundation are teaming together to offer an arthritis and fibromyalgia support group. The Bellevue Area Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. in Conference Rooms A&B at the hospital.

           Topic for the program will be “Spinal Stenosis & Hip Replacement” with Dr. Andrew Huddleston. A question and answer session will follow.

           The group meets the second Tuesday of each month and focuses on information for those dealing with arthritis or chronic pain from fibromyalgia. The group is free and open to the public. Education and understanding are keys to recovery and rehabilitation. Family members and significant others are encouraged to attend.

           For additional information, contact Loretta Hoy at 419.483.3611.

The Bellevue Hospital’s Diabetes Support Group will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the East Conference Room at the 1400 W. Main St. facility.

           The program topic will be “Library Resources” with guest speaker Tracy Marr from The Bellevue Public Library. A question and answer session will follow.

           The support group is free and open to the public. Topics for future monthly meetings are generated by ideas from those who attend the programs. The group normally meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

           Information on all hospital programs is available on the hospital’s website at www.bellevuehospital.com.

           For further information call 419.483.4040 in Bellevue; 419.547.0074 in Clyde; or 419.639.2065 in Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic. Dial or ask for Extension 4303.

  The Bellevue Hospital is offering a “Babysitting Basics” Class for children 11 years and older on Monday, Feb. 20 (President’s Day), from 9:00 a.m. until 3 p.m. at 815 Northwest Street (former hospital facility), Building B, Conference Center (lower level).

           The course will introduce the future babysitters to the role and responsibilities of a babysitter. The course teaches how to handle emergencies and illness. Students will learn about the basics of bathing, diapering, and feeding of infants and playtime suggestions for older children. The students will also learn about safety and nutrition.

           Upon completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of participation and handbook. Lunch will be provided for class participants.

           A course fee of $20 will be collected at the door and will cover all instructional materials. Students are asked to bring a "Cabbage Patch" or similar size doll to the class.

           Class size is limited to the first 25 participants to call and make a reservation.

           To register or for additional information, phone 419.483.4040 (Bellevue); 419.547.0074 (Clyde); or 419.639.2065 (Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic). Dial or ask for Centralized Scheduling at Extension 4326.

The Family Birthing Center of The Bellevue Hospital is presenting a class to answer expectant mothers’ questions on the nutritional benefits and techniques of breastfeeding. The class will be held Wednesday, Feb. 8, from 6-8 p.m. The class will be held in Conference Rooms A&B at the hospital.

           The importance of good nutrition for the baby and mother will be discussed. Other topics include the motivation to nurse, correct positioning techniques, possible nursing problems and solutions, and how to return to work while nursing.

           A fee of $10 will be charged.

           To register or for more information phone: in Bellevue, 419.483.4040; Clyde, 419.547.0074; or Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic, 419.639.2065. Dial or ask for Extension 3067.

           Information on all TBH programs is available on-line at www.bellevuehospital.com.

The Bellevue Hospital will host a Sibling Education Course on Saturday, Feb. 4, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. The program will be held in the Second Floor Conference Room at The Bellevue Hospital.

           Expectant brothers and sisters, ages 2 and over, enjoy this brief session on what to expect from a new baby. Parents also receive tips on helping the sibling cope with change. Siblings will make a present for the new baby and tour the birthing center. Siblings will receive an invitation in the mail.

           Refreshments will be served.

           A fee of $5.00 per child to a maximum of $10.00 per family will be charged.

           To register or for further information call in Bellevue, 419.483.4040, Clyde, 419.547.0074, or Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic, 419.639.2065. Dial or ask for the Centralized Scheduling Department at Extension 3067.

           A calendar of all programs and activities can also be found on the hospital’s website at www.bellevuehospital.com.

The Bellevue Hospital is providing free glucose (blood sugar) and blood pressure checks at eight different Bellevue and Clyde locations in February.

           In Clyde, screenings are set for the following locations and days: Miller’s Super Valu, Feb. 15, 9-11 a.m.; Rite Aid, Feb. 20, 9-11 a.m.; and Senior Center, Feb. 23, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

           In Bellevue, screenings are set for the following locations and days: Medicine Shoppe, Feb. 1, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Bassett’s Market, Feb. 14, 9-11 a.m.; Hogue’s IGA, Feb. 21, 9-11 a.m.; Recreation Center, Feb. 27, 8-10 a.m.; and Senior Center, Feb. 28, Noon-1:30 p.m.

           The community outreach education program is part of The Bellevue Hospital's effort to ensure the health and wellness of its community members.

           For additional information, visit the hospital’s website at www.bellevuehospital.com, or call 419.483.4040 (Bellevue); 419.547.0074 (Clyde); or 419.639.2065 (Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic). Dial or ask for Extension 6610.

The Bellevue Hospital’s Lupus Support Group has an upcoming session that is free and open to the public. Sponsored by TBH and the Lupus Foundation of America, Inc., Greater Cleveland Chapter, the Lupus Support Group’s next session scheduled for Monday, Feb. 6, from 6-7:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A&B at The Bellevue Hospital, 1400 West Main Street.

The Lupus Support Group is free and open to those affected by Lupus, and family members of those affected by Lupus.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (lupus) affects 1 out of every 185 Americans; 90% of lupus patients are women with the majority affected being African-American. Lupus is difficult to diagnose. The disease turns the body’s own immune system against itself, attacking the kidneys, brain, lung, heart, gastrointestinal tract, joints, skin, or virtually any other organ.

Participants at the support group will learn about lupus from a health professional and a patient, including how to live with the disease, signs and symptoms, treatments, and coping mechanisms. Informational materials will also be available.

To register for the support group, call 1-888-NO-LUPUS or send an email to info@lupuscleveland.org.

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