West Tennessee Healthcare’s Senior Services Department, West Tennessee Neuroscience and Spine Center, along with the Alzheimer’s Community of West Tennessee, Americare, Home Instead Senior Care, and Tennessee Health Management invite the public to attend the Dementia Experience on Thursday evening, August 16, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital J. W. Barnes Conference Center.
The Dementia Experience provides participants an insight into the world of dementia by simulating the symptoms of dementias, including Alzheimer’s Disease. The program will offer answers to questions often asked by caregivers and family members, including “Why does my loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease act as they do?” “What is my loved one feeling as he or she progresses with Alzheimer’s Disease?” and “What limitations does my loved one face with Alzheimer’s Disease?” The answers to these and other questions will allow caregivers to become more compassionate and understanding as they care for their patient or loved one on a daily basis.
To register for the event, please contact the West Tennessee Healthcare Senior Services office by calling 731-541-8757 or emailing Regina.Smith@wth.org. Registration is required. Space is limited. West Tennessee Healthcare is a public, not-for-profit healthcare system with locations serving 22 counties in West Tennessee and Southeast Missouri. The mission of West Tennessee Healthcare is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve while providing exceptional and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wth.org.
For more information or questions about this event, contact Regina Smith at 731-541-8757 or at regina.smith@wth.org .
Half-marathon, 5K, and one mile run/walk
The race will begin at the LIFT (101 Jackson Walk Plaza). The scenic course is a championship style loop that will take runners through historic downtown Jackson.
For more information or questions about this event, contact Emily Garner at 731-984-2146 or at Emily.Garner@WTH.org .
Our premier Breast Cancer awareness event. Dinner Fashion show, Speakers, Vendors, & Door Prizes. Don't forget wear costume. $20. Call 541-5087 (after Sept 9th)to register for this event
Cocktail reception to honor the 2018 Charity Gala sponsors and award recipients.
Tickets are $75 per person if you are attending the Charity Gala or $125 per person if you are not attending the Charity Gala.
For more information or questions about this event, contact Beth Koffman at 731-984-2144 or at beth.koffman@wth.org .
The Charity Gala includes a cocktail reception, silent auction, seated dinner, awards presentation, live music and dancing.
Proceeds from the event benefit Ayers Children's Medical Center and Kirkland Cancer Center.
Tables of eight are available for $2,000 and individual tickets are $250 each. Sponsorships begin at $3,000.
For more information, contact the Foundation at (731) 984-2140 or visit www.thechairtygala.org.
For more information or questions about this event, contact Beth Koffman at 731-984-2144 or at beth.koffman@wth.org .
A one-time class that prepares women and their support person for breastfeeding. Topics covered: what to expect for the first several weeks and beyond, importance of good positioning and latch, hand expression and how your support person can help with breastfeeding.
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
These classes are designed for the expectant mother and her labor partner to provide instruction on breathing, relaxation, and coping techniques for use during labor with or without medication. Become familiar with the stages and variations of labor including back labor, c-section, induction, and epidural delivery using instruction, video, and interactive floor activities. This class includes a tour of the Labor and Delivery area at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. One evening class weekly for either three or four weeks or a two part Saturday series is also offered
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
This one-time class is for both mom and dad. Class covers all the basics of taking care of a newborn (umbilical cord care, circumcision care, diaper rash, colic, bathing, burping, bonding, safe sleep and more).
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
A one-time class that prepares women and their support person for breastfeeding. Topics covered: what to expect for the first several weeks and beyond, importance of good positioning and latch, hand expression and how your support person can help with breastfeeding.
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .
This class is a condensed version of Prepared Childbirth and is designed for the expectant mother and labor partner. The multiple aspects of labor, birth and postpartum period are covered, as well as baby basics. This 2-hr class is held at West Tennessee Healthcare North Hospital, with a tour of the Birthing Center included.
This particular class does not include a tour of Jackson Madison County General Hospital (JMCGH) Women’s Center. To request a tour of the JMCGH Women’s Center please call 731-541-6448
For more information or questions about this class, contact Mother/Baby Contact at 731-541-6448 or at wcclasses@wth.org .