West Tennessee Healthcare

Breast Feeding
2024-08-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-07 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Women & Children Community Education Classroom, 637 Skyline Drive, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Taught by a lactation consultant, this one-time class prepares women and their support person for breastfeeding. Topics covered include what to expect the first several weeks and beyond, the importance of good positioning and latch, pumping, hand expression and how your support person can help. $20

Siblings Class - Jackson
2024-08-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-09 10:00 - 12:00 | WCC Community Ed Classroom, 637 Skyline Dr., Jackson, Tn, 38301
Soon-to-be big brothers and sisters learn what their role will be when their new baby arrives. Children learn about newborn behavior and basic baby care. Each child receives a T-shirt that proudly states “I’m the big brother/sister.” For ages 3+. Fee $20 per family

Prepared Childbirth- Jackson
2024-08-12 18:00 - 2024-08-22 20:30 | Women & Children Community Education Classroom, 637 Skyline Drive, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Led by a registered nurse who is a trained childbirth educator, this evening class is held weekly for three weeks. 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. You’ll also become familiar with the stages and variations of labor including back labor, c-section, induction, and epidural delivery using instruction, video, and interactive activities. Fee $50 (Class fee includes attendee, plus one support person)

Three week series. Classes are weekly Mondays August 12,19,26

Birthing Blitz - Jackson
2024-08-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-09-12 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-17 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-11-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-09 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-01-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Women & Children Community Education Classroom, 637 Skyline Drive, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
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. Fee $20 (Class fee includes attendee, plus one support person)

Infant Care - Jackson
2024-09-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-10-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-06 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 | WCC Community Ed Classroom, 637 Skyline Dr., Jackson, Tn, 38301
This one-time infant care class for both mom and dad covers all the basics of taking care of a newborn. We’ll cover umbilical cord care, circumcision care, diaper rash, colic, bathing, burping, bonding, safe sleep and more. $20

Childbirth Class- Martin
2024-09-10 18:00 - 20:30, 2024-11-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Volunteer Hospital Martin, 161 Mt Pelia, Martin, TN, 38261, United States
Located at West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital, this Childbirth Class 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. Classes also include guest speakers, as well as a tour of the OB Department and opportunity to pre- register for your hospital stay.
There is no cost to attend this class but registration is required. Please call 731-588-3390 to register.

Monday Night Mammograms for Breast Cancer Awareness
2024-10-07 16:30 - 18:30, 2024-10-14 16:30 - 18:30 | Henry County Diagnostic Center, 302 A Tyson Avenue, Paris, TN, 38242, United States
Mark your calendars for Monday, October 7 and Monday, October 14! These special events will take place at the Diagnostic Center and are designed not only for women scheduled for mammograms but also for anyone looking to join in a fun-filled, informative evening focused on breast cancer awareness.
Eat, Sip, and Shop! The Monday Night Mammograms events will feature shopping, food, and healthcare resources. Bring your friends, enjoy the atmosphere, and help us celebrate the community while raising awareness about the importance of breast cancer screenings. You don’t need to schedule a mammogram to attend the event!
For those interested in a mammogram, we encourage you to register early, as time slots are limited and require physician approval and insurance clearance. To schedule your mammogram for October 7 or 14, please call (731) 644-8486 for details.
Help us make this Breast Cancer Awareness Month meaningful and impactful! Join us for an evening of celebration, education, and community support.

Babysitting 101
2024-10-12 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Women & Children Community Education Classroom, 637 Skyline Drive, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
Designed for youth (ages 11yrs & up), this class helps older children learn how to be responsible baby-sitters. Safety is emphasized as well as how to keep both children and parents happy. Participants are also given information on how to start and maintain a baby-sitting business. Fee $20

"Zoo and Boo" Halloween Event for Families | Thurs. October 31, 2024
2024-10-31 17:00 - 19:00 | West Tennessee Medical Group | Pediatrics Paris, 243 Jim Drive Road, Paris, TN, United States
West Tennessee Medical Group | Pediatrics Paris is excited to announce its Inaugural “Zoo and Boo” Halloween Event
The West Tennessee Medical Group | Pediatrics Paris “Zoo and Boo” event is free and open to the public, so grab your costumes and join us for a frightfully fun night!
When: Halloween Night – Thursday, October 31, 2024
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Where: West Tennessee Medical Group | Pediatrics Paris
243 Jim Drive Rd, Paris, TN

“Zoo and Boo” promises to be a spooktacular evening filled with fun activities for the whole family, including:
• Trunk or Treating: Collect treats from decorated trunks in a safe and festive environment.
• Games: Enjoy kid-friendly Halloween games to win prizes and have a blast.
• World’s Smallest Pumpkin Patch: Hunt for the tiniest pumpkins in this one-of-a-kind patch.
• Petting Zoo: Meet and interact with adorable animals—an unforgettable experience for the little ones!
In addition to the Halloween excitement, this event offers a chance to meet the local healthcare providers from the newly named West Tennessee Medical Group | Pediatrics Paris. Our team is excited to connect with families and share more about our services.
Don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening of trick-or-treating, games, pumpkins, and furry friends!

Celebrating a New Era in Healthcare: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
2024-11-07 14:00 - 17:00 | West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hopital, 301 Tyson Avenue, Paris, TN, 38242, United States
West Tennessee Healthcare- Henry County Hospital is excited to invite the community to a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating a new era in healthcare for West Tennessee.
The event will be held on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the main lobby of the Paris, Tennessee hospital.
This celebration marks a significant milestone in our commitment to enhancing healthcare services for the residents of West Tennessee. The ribbon cutting ceremony will feature remarks from leaders of both HCMC and West Tennessee Healthcare, highlighting the collaborative efforts to expand healthcare access, and provide an opportunity for the community to network with local healthcare professionals. We welcome all community members, local officials, and healthcare professionals to join us in this celebration.
Event Details:

What: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for West Tennessee Healthcare- Henry County Hospital
When: Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
Where: Hospital Main Lobby, 301 Tyson Avenue, Paris, TN
The event will include light refreshments and an opportunity to meet with the dedicated staff and providers who are at the heart of this partnership.

Please join West Tennessee Healthcare- Henry County Hospital as we celebrate this exciting new chapter in healthcare for West Tennessee. We look forward to sharing this special moment with our community!

National Lung Cancer Screening - Saturday Nov. 9th at Imaging Center
2024-11-09 08:00 - 17:00 | West Tennessee Imaging Center, 300 Coatsland Drive, Jackson, TN, 38301, United States
APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED
The West Tennessee Healthcare Imaging Center, West Tennessee Medical Group Pulmonology and Kirkland Cancer Center are pleased to offer an important health initiative: Lung Cancer Screening. This is a proactive step to help detect any potential issues early and ensure your overall well-being. The screening will be held on November 9th from 8 AM- 5 PM at the Imaging Center. 300 Coatsland Drive, Jackson, TN
Call (731) 541-1742 to schedule an appointment.

Girl Talk
2025-01-07 18:00 - 20:00 | WCC Community Ed Classroom, 637 Skyline Dr., Jackson, Tn, 38301
Girl Talk is designed to open up communication between moms and daughters (ages 10 – 12) about puberty, reproduction, self-esteem, decision-making and other issues as they mature into young women. This Class is a four night series.
$40/family – If you select to pay for ticket online, please note only 1 ticket is required per family
Classes held Tuesdays, 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, and 1/28/2025
