MCG Community Calendar : MCGHealth

Education For Children, Parents and Families
Call 706-721-KIDS (5437) for more information and to register for classes.

American Sign Language (ASL) Courses
2008 Class Schedule
For more information or to register for a class, please call 706-721-6929.

Baby Signs
The Baby Signs® Program teaches babies to use simple, easy-to-do gestures for communicating with their parents and caregivers. These gestures or “signs” represent an item or concept, like “cat,” “eat,” or “all gone.” Classes are held in the MCGHealth Children's Medical Center, first floor classroom. For more information or to register, call 706-721-6929.

Breastfeeding Class
Third Tuesday of each month
6:45 - 9 p.m.
MCGHealth Ambulatory Care Center, 1447 Harper Street
Room 5306
This free class is helpful for expectant parents who are planning to breastfeed to gain as much knowledge and confidence as possible to help ensure success.The instructor is a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
To register, please call 706-721-9351.

Car Seat Classes
Third Monday of each month
9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center First Floor Classroom, 1446 Harper Street
Classes teach car seat safety, education and training.
You must be Medicaid or Peach Care eligible to take this class.
$10 registration fee. Registration is required.
Please call 706-721-7606 to register or click here to register online.

Child Safety Seat Inspection Stations
Four out of five car seats are used incorrectly. Could yours be one of them? Allow technicians from Safe Kids East Central, led by the MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center, to teach you how to use your car seat properly and learn next stages.
Wednesday, May 21
1 to 3 p.m.
Babies R' Us
4225 Washington Road
This inspection is free. For more information call, 706-721-7606.

P.R.I.D.E.
May 20, 2008
6 to 8 p.m.
Wesley United Methodist Church
825 North Belair Road Evans, Georgia
Georgia Teens Ride With P.R.I.D.E. (Parents Reducing Incidents of Driver Error) is a national award winning, two-hour free program that helps establish a dialogue between parents and new teen drivers (ages 14-16) prior to the 40 hours of supervised practice driving time required by law. To register, please call 706-721-7606.

Project Link
Project Link is a service that provides educational resources and guidance for families who have children with developmental delays, disabilities and special health concerns. All sessions are from 6:30 - 8 p.m. in the first floor conference room of the MCGHealth Children's Medical Center , Room 1810. Each session is approved for one DHR credit. For more information call, 706-721-KIDS (5437).

Safe Sitter Class
Saturday, June 28
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wesley United Methodist Church
This nationally recognized and award-winning curriculum teaches 11 to 13 year-olds how to handle emergencies while caring for younger children. During the course, instructors provide students hands-on practice in basic practical techniques so they are prepared to act in a crisis. Instructors also provide tips to help sitters become confident caregivers, including safety and security precautions, such as what to do if a stranger comes to the door and when and how to call for help. For more information, contact Rene Hopkins at 721-7606.

Wee Wisdom
Every Wednesday, noon – 1 p.m.
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center Family Resource Library, First Floor, 1446 Harper Street
Free educational program for parents of children under five.
For more information, call 706-721-KIDS (5437).

Youth Fire-Setters Prevention Program
A program co-led by Safe Kids East Central that provides educational and counseling intervention to youth and their families experiencing problems with fire setting behavior, while providing a better understanding and rehabilitation of the consequences dealing with the misuse of fire setting materials and fire. Call Lt. Carlton Bradley at Augusta Fire Rescue 706-821-2930 for more information.

Alzheimer's Lunch and Learn Series
Second Tuesday of each month
Noon - 1 p.m.
MCGHealth Alumni Center, 919 15th Street
Tuesday, May 13- Assisted Living/Nursing Home Placement
Families and caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias are invited to these free educational seminars.
Please reserve your place by the Friday preceding the Lunch & Learn by calling
706-721-0609. Lunch will be provided.

Movies Under the Stars
The Columbia County Amphitheater
720 N. Belair Road., Evans

June 7- Dr. Seuss’s Horton Hears a Who
June 14 - Alvin and the Chipmunks
June 21 - The Water Horse
June 28 - Shrek the Third

Cost: $2 adults and $1 children ages 13 and younger
Payable at the gate. Cash or check only.
Gates open at 7:00 p.m. Movie starts at dusk.
Coolers are allowed. No alcoholic beverages permitted.

ALS Support Group
Second Thursday of each month
11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
MCGHealth Ambulatory Care Center, 1447 Harper Street
4th Floor, Room BP 4306
The ALS meeting is an essential tool in helping patients, families, friends and caregivers of those effected by ALS. The meetings provide opportunities for individuals to share their personal experiences and learn more about strategies for preserving the independence and quality of life for ALS patients and their loved ones. Participants learn they are neither alone nor without help. Meetings are free and open to all patients, family members and friends. Lunch is provided. To reserve a spot, please call the ALS Association of Georgia at 888-636-9940.

Blood Cancer/Stem Cell Transplant Support Group
Last Thursday of the month
5:30-7 p.m.
MCGHealth Alumni Center, Garden Room
919 15th Street Augusta, GA
The goal of the MCG Bone Marrow Transplant Support Group is to provide educational and emotional support to bone marrow transplant patients, as well as their families, friends, and caregivers. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, please contact Kettely Darden at 706-721-2752.

Brain Tumor Support Group
Third Tuesday of each month
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center, 1446 Harper Street
First Floor, Family Services Conference Room
Patients with brain tumors, their families and loved ones have unique challenges and questions. If you or a loved one has a brain tumor, MCGHealth has a one-of-a-kind program for you to find the support you need.
For more information, please call 706-721-0193.

Breast Cancer Support Group
Second Thursday of each month
5:30 - 7 p.m.
MCGHealth Medical Center Breast Health Services, first floor.
For support of women and families affected by breast cancer.
For more information, please call 706-721-4726.

Chromosome Disorders Support Group
First Tuesday of every month
6:30 p.m.
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center, 1446 Harper Street, Family Resource Library, First floor
Supports families, parents and individuals with chromosome disorders.
For more information, please call 706-721-5160

Huntington Disease Support Group
Thursday, June 5, 2008
6:30 p.m.
Marks Building, 1429 Harper Street, Room 1122
All those interested in learning more about Huntington disease are welcome to attend this support group which meets the first Thursday of each month. Dinner is provided at all meetings.
Call 706-721-2798 for information.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Group will not meet in May
June 2 and June 30
6-7:30 p.m.
1120 15th Street, 6th Floor, Augusta MS Center
For more information, please call 706-721-7239.

Support Group For Families Who Have Lost A Baby During Pregnancy, Childbirth or Early Infancy
Provides forum for discussion as well as resources for friends, family and anyone who has been affected by the loss of a baby. Please call 706-721-8299 for times and location.