Wellness Programs The Wellness Department at GCMH provides education and support programs that teach individuals to take greater responsibility for their health and wellbeing in a cost-contained manner. For more information contact the Wellness Department at (301) 533-4295 or (301) 533-4366.ClassesClasses and presentations are available upon request for groups. Topics pertain to healthy cooking and eating, stress management and relaxation techniques and general wellness. ConsultationsWellness consultations provide educational sessions and follow-up materials for stress management and relaxation techniques, smoking cessation and weight management through nutrition and exercise education. Scheduled Programs/Classes/EventsArthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group—During the spring through fall months the group meets for camaraderie, guest speakers, support and activities about their respective conditions. The group facilitator arranges for each meeting to have a distinctive theme. Availability: Monthly, April – September Cost: FREE Registration: No Contact: For more information, call (301) 533-4366 Children’s Hospital Orientation Program (CHOPS)—Offered throughout the school year to first graders to orient them to the hospital. The program helps to alleviate fears related to the hospital and the children come away with a favorable outlook regarding hospitals and procedures. Availability: During the school year Cost: FREE Registration: Required Contact: To register or for more information, call (301) 533-4295 Golden Advantage Club—The club is designed to assist individuals 55 and over in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Through wellness programs and educational activities, our goal is to help inform seniors of steps they can take to keep healthy and active. Benefits include:
Availability: Continuous Cost: $5.00 per person Registration: Required Contact: To register or for more information, call (301) 533-4366 HealthWorks —Worksite Wellness Programs that are based upon the needs of your employees. The program is coordinated by a registered nurse and the programs are presented at your workplace during working hours. By keeping your employees healthy, worksite productivity increases. Programs include blood screenings, flu vaccines, speaker presentations, CPR training, and other options that can be customized to your place of business. Availability: As needed Cost: Varies; free initial consultation Registration: Required Contact: To register or for more information, call (301) 533-4295 Look Good…Feel Better®—A program that teaches women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss that occurs from cancer treatments. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society and is free of charge. Offered regularly throughout the year and pre-registration is required. Click here to visit the Look Good...Feel Better® website Availability: Quarterly Cost: FREE Registration: Required Contact: To register or for more information, call (301) 533-4295 Safe Sitter®—Founded in 1980, Safe Sitter® is a medically accurate instructional program that teaches young adolescents how to deal with the responsibilities of babysitting. They learn safety and security precautions, receive information on child development and age-appropriate activities, as well as, the business aspects of babysitting. Click here to visit the Safe Sitter website Availability: Quarterly Cost: $25.00 Registration: Required Contact: To register or for more information, call (301) 533-4295 Wellness Blood Screening—The comprehensive panel is offered every year on Wednesdays throughout the month of May. Tests include, but are not limited to, cholesterol, heart, liver and kidney function and blood sugar. Appointments are required, call for more details. Availability: Weekly in the month of May
Cost: $60.00 for the regular panel, $30.00 for PSA (optional)
Registration: Required Contact: To register or for more information, call (301) 533-4041, (301) 533-4295, or (301) 533-4366 Osteoporosis Screening- Take action to keep your bones strong and help prevent osteoporosis. A bone mineral density screening can help identify your risk for bone loss and your risk for future bone fractures. Bone Mineral Density Screenings are quick, safe, and convenient!
Availability: As needed
Cost: TBD
Registration: Required
Contact: To register or for more information, call (301) 533-4295
Group Exercise Sessions- A certified group fitness instructor can assist you to improve your cardio-respiratory status, burn calories, tone muscles and have fun!
Availability: As needed
Cost: TBD
Registration: Required
Contact: To register or for more information, call (301) 533-4295
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