Camarillo Health Care District

Classes

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: The classes, workshops, and lectures listed in Healthy Attitudes are designed to help you maximize your health status. Prepayment is required in order to secure your reservation and we recommend that you confirm prior to attending. To cancel your class registration and/or receive a refund, you must call 48 hours prior to the day of class. A 20% processing fee will be deducted from any refund request received less than 48 hours prior to the event. NO refunds if cancelled on day of class.

Unless otherwise noted, please call to register
(805) 388-1952, ext. 117

Community Health Classes are held at
Camarillo Health Care District

Your input is important. If you would like a particular class offered
at a different time of the day, or if you have an idea for a class,
call Cheryl Camlott, at (805) 388-1952, ext. 116.

Balance Your Life . . .

Centering (a.k.a. Meditation) For Busy Minds
July 22 - August 26 (T) 5:30-6:30pm (Six Week Series)
Meenal Kelkar, Meditation Facilitator, CYT, CPRYT
In A New Earth, Eckhart Tolle teaches some basic centering techniques that have transformed millions. These techniques and more are introduced on a weekly basis in this course, which emphasizes that the end result is more important than the means you use to get there. Please bring a yoga mat or something comfortable to lie upon. Basic concepts taught in the first two meetings will be used throughout the series, so drop-ins are discouraged.
$78 for series/$72 for Camarillo/Somis residents ($66/$60 for Camarillo/Somis residents if you pre-register before July 15)

Qigong…Relieve Stress and
Strengthen Your Body Gently
Six-Week Beginner’s Series
Sept. 8 - Oct. 13 (M) 6:45-7:45pm
Sept. 11 - Oct. 16 (Th) 8:30-9:30am
Renie Musser, Instructor • Rosa Raya, Assistant Instructor
Qigong is an ancient Chinese art form for strengthening the body’s vital energy. This practice benefits your body by relieving stress, increasing your energy and muscular endurance and aids your digestive system. The exercise consists of deep breathing with gentle upper body movements and some twisting from the waist while standing in a stationary position. This exercise can also be performed sitting down, if needed. If you are looking for a way to relieve stress in a gentle way and improve your general well being, Qigong could be your answer. (Wear comfortable clothing with Kung Fu shoes or athletic sneakers and bring a yoga mat)
Six-week series: $64/$60 for Camarillo/Somis residents or $18/15 per session for Camarillo/Somis residents

Reflexology
First Wednesday of each month • 1-5pm
Jane Ivey, C.M.T., C.I.M.I., A.R.C.B.
Board Certified Reflexologist
Reflexology is a natural system of relaxation based on the principle that all the body is reflected in acupressure, reflexology, and meridian points in the feet, hands and ears. The application of a particular form of pressure to these areas promotes better circulation, balance, and deep relaxation.
By appointment
1/2-hour session: $30/$28 for Camarillo/Somis residents
1-hour session: $60/$56 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Reiki Sessions
Second Monday of each month • 9am-12:30pm
Joan Gaiser, B.S., C.M.T.
Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. Administered by “laying on hands,” while you are on a massage table, the technique is based on the idea that an unseen “life force energy” flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. If our “life force energy” is low, then we are more likely to be sick or stressed; if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy. This treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you.
By appointment
1-hour session: $58/$54 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Swedish Massage Therapy Sessions
July-September (T) by appointment
Evelyn Williams, C.M.T.
Massage therapy offers a great range of physical, mental, and emotional benefits, including pain reduction, easing headaches, improved flexibility and range of motion. Massage also provides relief from a hard day, induces deep relaxation, leading to a reduction of anxiety and a better night’s rest.
1 hour session: $60/$56 for Camarillo/Somis residents
1-1/2 hour session: $88/$84 for Camarillo/Somis residents

T’ai Chi Chih,® A Moving Meditation
Eight-Week Beginner’s Series
Sept. 8 - Oct. 27 (M) 5-6:15pm
Barbara Lippert, Instructor
Learn slow, gentle movements that build muscle strength and improve your balance without stressing your joints. Other benefits include increased energy and range of motion, relief from stress and depression, and a better quality of life. T’ai Chi Chih is an easy to learn series of 20 movements designed to balance and circulate the Chi…the life energy in us all.
Eight-week series: $84/$80 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Yoga – Gentle
Tuesdays • 9-10am
(Classes do not meet in sessions, you may begin anytime.)
Mikal Rogers, Instructor
Yoga offers health benefits to residents of all ages, including improved flexibility, muscle tone, and stress alleviation. Yoga is also a great supplement to your regular fitness program. (Please do not eat before class and be sure to bring a mat or towel!)
4-classes: $34/$30 for Camarillo/Somis residents
10-classes: $62/$58 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Be Safe . . .

AARP Driver’s Safety Program . . .
A Unique Program for Older Drivers
July 12, 19 (S) 9am-1pm (Two sessions)
Sept. 13, 20 (S) 9am-1pm (Two sessions)
This eight-hour classroom instruction is designed to refine existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques. This program is produced by AARP and is conducted in two half-day sessions. AARP Driver’s Safety Program teaches preventive measures to use when driving, that save lives. You will learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws, and rules of the road. Find out how to adjust your driving to age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. Learn how to handle problem situations such as left turns, right-of-ways, freeway traffic, trucks, blind spots and more! This class is offered to all ages and out-of-state driver’s licenses are accepted. Those 55 years of age and older receive a discount on auto insurance in California. Each participant will receive a certificate upon completion of the course.
$10 per person. Please make checks payable to AARP and pay at time of first class.

AARP Safe Driver Refresher Course
August 16 (S) 9am-1pm
This refresher course is designed for the driver who has already completed an eight-hour Driver Safety Program. The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50+ and has helped millions of drivers remain safe on today’s roads. You will learn about current rules of the road, how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment, and adjustments to common age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. After completing the course, you will develop a greater appreciation of driving challenges, and how you can avoid potential collisions and injuries to yourself or others. Each participant will receive a certificate upon completion of the course.
$10 per person. Please make checks payable to AARP and pay at time of first class.

CPR
First and Third Saturdays of each month• 9am-1pm
Jose Godinez, Certified Instructor
This four-hour class on basic CPR will include CPR for infants and children. Participants satisfactorily completing the course will receive a two-year American Heart Association Heart Saver CPR card. Note: This class does not meet the Health Care Provider requirements; however, it does meet the Day Care and Home Care Provider requirements. This class is designed for individuals 16 years of age and older. Class size is limited. (Includes book)
$38/$36 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Basic Life Support (BLS)
for Healthcare Provider CPR
Second Saturday of each month • 9am-2pm
Jose Godinez, Certified Instructor
This course is designed to prepare healthcare professionals in recognizing life-threatening emergencies, and to provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in the responsive and unresponsive victim of any age. This class will also include performing one and two person CPR for adult, child and infant victims, and will demonstrate the use of protective barrier devices to give breaths to a victim both mask-to-mouth, and valve bag-to-mask. This class meets the Health Care Provider requirements. (Includes book)
$60/$58 for Camarillo/Somis residents

First Aid
Fourth Saturday of every other month • 9am-1pm
(July, Sept., Nov.)
Jose Godinez, Certified Instructor
This four-hour class on Basic First Aid, will emphasize bleeding control, caring for a shock patient, dealing with burns, learning to apply splints, and caring for someone who suddenly becomes ill. This class includes a booklet and handouts. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, participants will receive an American Red Cross First Aid card. (Note: This course does not meet the California Child Care Provider Requirements.)
$42/$40 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Programs to Help
You Live Well . . .

Call it Quits! Smoking Cessation Series
July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18, 25 (M) Sept. 2 (T) 11am -12pm
(Eight-week series)
Ventura County Public Health Department –
Tobacco Education Program
Each week participants will be provided with information and assistance on smoking cessation.
Week 1: Overview of Program
Week 2: Smoking Urges
Week 3: Quit Day/Health
(48 hour phone-in check - Wednesday, July 30)
Week 4: Stress and Moods
Week 5: Weight and Exercise
Week 6: Handling Setbacks
Week 7: Lifestyle Balance
Week 8: Life without Cigarettes
FREE nicotine replacement therapy products (patches, gum, or lozenges) will be provided for participants, if requested.
(For the program to be successful, attendance and participation in group meetings is required. New clients are not accepted after Session 2. Participants with more than one excused absence will be dropped from the group.) This class is open to all who either work or live in Ventura County.
No Charge. To register or for more information, contact Kathy Cook at (805) 652-3231 or Carolyn L. Consoli at (805) 652-3253.

Coumadin-What You Need to Know
August 2 (S) 9:30-11:30am
Kathy Bowman, NP, MSN
Coumadin is an anticoagulant. “Anti” means against, and “coagulant” refers to blood clotting. An anticoagulant, such as Coumadin, helps reduce clots from forming in the blood and are sometimes prescribed for stroke and cardiac
patients. This class will discuss Coumadin, in conjunction with other medications, exercise, diet and side effects. Learn how to manage
this useful medication.
$12/$10 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Bone Builders –
Balance and Bone Building Program
Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30 -10:30am
(This series will begin Monday, August 4, 2008)
Sponsored by RSVP for 50+ seniors
This program is designed to improve balance, increase muscle strength and bone density, and help fight osteoporosis through the use of light weight bearing exercises. Participants will work at their own pace. Weights will be provided. Weekly educational discussions will include topics related to fall prevention, osteoporosis, and good health. Classes will meet twice weekly. (Wear comfortable clothing)
No Charge. To register or for more information call RSVP at
(805) 385-8019.

Improve Your Balance
August 7 (Th) 10:30am-12pm
Benja Sagar, P.T.
The focus of this class is fall prevention. Learn how to improve and maintain balance during your daily activities. Tips on safety in your home, and a program on balance and strengthening exercises you can do at home will be included. Please dress in comfortable clothing.
$12/$10 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Cholesterol…Get the Facts!
August 9 (S) 9:30-11am
Kathy Bowman, Nurse Practitioner
What is cholesterol? How do I get rid of it? What is the difference between good and bad cholesterol? What can I eat, and what should I avoid eating? Does exercise help reduce cholesterol? These are just a few of the questions we ask ourselves….now is the time to get the answers! Sign up today and bring someone you love. Together you can become heart happy!
$12/$10 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Lunch and Learn!
August 21 (Th) 12-1:30pm
Joel Geffen, On-Site Health Screenings
While enjoying a healthy and delicious lunch, you will learn about the risk factors and symptoms of stroke, heart attack, and peripheral artery disease and how to avoid those factors. You will also learn about osteoporosis, the risk factors and how to keep your bones strong. This lunch discussion will also include the importance of getting health screenings, which screening to get, and what to do with your results.
$12/$10 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Brain Health
August 25 (M) 6:30-8:30pm
Eileen Gold, Owner, Paraclete Eldercare Management Services
If you are over 40 years of age, you have probably noticed that you are not as mentally sharp as you once were. You might find yourself searching for a word, a name, your glasses, your car keys, your car! During this class, you will learn 10 lifestyle strategies to preserve and enhance brain functioning.
$12/$10 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Fitness Fusion
Tuesdays beginning Sept. 2, 2008 • 11am-12pm
Thursdays beginning Sept. 4, 2008 • 2-3pm
Bridget Mich, Instructor
This class combines segments of traditional aerobic movement, body sculpting exercises and stretching. It is designed for all ages with intermediate fitness levels.
Six-week series: $45/$42 for Camarillo/Somis residents for one class per week
Six-week series: $90/$84 for Camarillo/Somis residents for two classes per week

Personal Training With Bridget
Thursdays 11am-2pm (Beginning Sept. 4, 2008)
Bridget Mich, Certified Personal Trainer
Exercises are used that incorporate the latest principles in resistance training, functional training, core, balance and flexibility. A program will be developed with your personal needs in mind. Those with special needs as well as those who want a safe and effective program with one on one attention will benefit from personal training.
By appointment.
$74 per hour/$70 per hour for Camarillo/Somis residents

Grief & the Soul
Sept.8 - Oct. 27 (M) 7-8:30pm (Eight-week series)
Laura Biswas, M.S.
Many times we choose to push down our authentic feelings related to loss, not knowing how to grieve them and move forward in life. Come join us to share your losses and explore bringing solace to your soul. This work is done through grief education, confidential sharing from the heart, exploring healing imagery through meditation, clearing unfinished communications and exploring your wholeness through artistic expression and journaling. This work supports participants to take responsibility for their own growth process and move into living life in the present with an open heart.
Eight-week series: $195/$180 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Brain Gym
Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, (Th) 10-11am (Four-week series)
Joyce B. Sherwood, M.A., Brain Gym Instructor and Consultant
Brain Gym is a learning-readiness program of easy physical movements that switch on the brain so that learning is easier and more enjoyable. Children, adults, and seniors find that the movements bring about rapid and lasting changes in fundamental abilities of reading, writing, listening focus, memory, organization, communication and social skills, physical coordination, and more. Brain Gym is unique in that it addresses the physical rather than the mental components of learning. Brain Gym honors each individual’s learning style. The program reduces stress, increases self-esteem and helps create a positive mental attitude.
$52/$48 for Camarillo/Somis residents or $44/$40 for two or more (friends, couples, etc.)

Helping Children Deal With Loss
Sept. 17 – Oct. 22 (W) 12-1pm (Six-week series)
Laura Biswas, M.S.
This program is designed for adults to help children deal with death, divorce, moving and other losses. There are many myths about dealing with sad emotions that confuse children: Time heals all wounds... Replace the loss…Cry alone…Be strong for others…Bury your feelings…Don’t feel bad, have a cookie, you’ll feel better… In this program you will learn how to replace these myths with practical guidance for your children. This includes learning: 1) to listen with your heart, not your head, 2) to allow all emotions to be expressed, without judgment, 3) to recognize that grief is emotional, not intellectual, 4) how telling the truth about your own grief will help a child feel safe in opening up, and 5) to remember that each child and their relationship to loss is unique.
Six-week series: $120/$100 for Camarillo/Somis residents
($14 additional cost for course book)

Elder Care in a Tight Economy
September 20 (S) 10am-12pm
Chris Woodard, Options for Seniors
Pat Hansen, Medical Maze Solutions
Joyce B. Sherwood, Brain Gym Instructor
This class will cover needs assessment, care options, legal options and case management through a lecture/discussion format led by a panel of three facilitators. By the end of this class, students will have received information that will allow them to make more informed decisions regarding health care options for their elders, as well as who pays for what. They will understand what to do to meet their elders’ care needs and the importance of mind-body health, while experiencing a few movement activities to help keep their brain sharp!
$12/$10 for Camarillo/Somis residents

The Secrets to Carbohydrate
Metabolism for FASTER Weight Loss
Sept. 25 (Th) 6:30-8pm
Robert Ferguson, M.S., Author,
Creator of The Food Lovers Fat Loss System
This extremely motivational program will show you the difference between Fast Carbs and Slow Carbs, and how to eat the carbs you love and lose all the weight you want! You will learn how to eat bread, pasta, pizza, macaroni and cheese and desserts and do it in a way that will prevent weight gain and help reduce your waistline each and every week!
$20/$16 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Improve Memory Loss and
Keep Your Brain Fit
Sept. 26 (F) 10-11:30am
Lorne S. Label, M.D., Brain Longevity Center
How do you keep your mind active and your memory sharp, particularly in the second half of life? It’s a challenge facing our aging population. You can take charge of your health and mental well-being by learning how the brain functions and its amazing ability to regenerate. Learn about the most recent medical breakthroughs in brain research. Learn the types of mental decline, such as age-associated impairment, mild memory loss and dementia – including Alzheimer’s disease. Learn how the latest scientific evidence-based programs can make huge differences in brain function and brain health….and, learn how a blend of traditional and complementary medicines is the proactive treatment plan. If you are a baby boomer, a senior, a family member, a caregiver or if you have memory impairment yourself, this talk will provide vital information and concrete solutions.
$12/$10 for Camarillo/Somis residents

Stretch for Strength and Balance
Mondays and Wednesdays • 2-3pm
Sponsored by; Scan Senior Resource Center and Oxnard Adult School
Camille Torgeson, Instructor
This group exercise program is designed for age 50+ seniors to increase strength, balance, endurance and agility. (Wear comfortable clothing)
No Charge. To register or for more information call SCAN Senior Resource Center at (805) 658-0365.