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Eugene/Springfield
Write a letter to support better mental health
How would your friends and family benefit from expanded mental health services? Share your thoughts with local leaders and elected officials to help guide plans for the Lane County Stabilization Center. This is a joint project between PeaceHealth and Lane County. Learn more.
In-person Stroke Support Group
Our in-person stroke support group meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. It meets at the Community at Marquis Eugene at 565 Country Club Road in Eugene. The next meeting is Wednesday, Mar. 5. For more information, please contact StrokeCenter@peacehealth.org, or call 541-222-8461.
Heart Walk and Talk
Join this free monthly outdoor walking group from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Mar. 6. All are welcome! Learn from our heart-health experts while you get fresh air and walk along the scenic paths at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. It's held the first Thursday of every month on the path by the arches near the emergency room. Free parking is available in designated OHVI parking. Please do not use ER parking.
Stop the Bleed Course
PeaceHealth’s Trauma Department is hosting a “Stop the Bleed” course online and at the RiverBend Annex from 10 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Mar. 11. It's open to everyone and aims to equip bystanders with the skills and confidence to assist in bleeding emergencies before professional help arrives. For more information, visit Stop the Bleed.
Shop with a Dietitian
Join PeaceHealth registered dietitian Cecelia Jacobson for a free personalized shopping session at Market of Choice from 2 to 3 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. The next session is Mar. 18. Limited to 10 participants. Each will receive a store discount coupon. Register here.
Virtual Stroke Support Group
Life after a stroke isn't easy. Talking to others who have been through a stroke may help. The group's next virtual meeting is Wednesday, Mar. 19. For more information, please contact StrokeCenter@peacehealth.org, or call 541-222-8461.
HEARTsafe Eugene Springfield
Anyone who has experienced sudden cardiac arrest is invited to join the HEARTsafe Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor and Co-Survivor Support Group. It meets from 4 to 5 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at PeaceHealth RiverBend hospital in room 200CD. The next meeting is Mar. 25.
Florence
Better Breathers Club
If you have a lung condition, you can find support at this free monthly meeting of the Better Breathers Club, 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Mar. 7 in Conference Room C at Peace Harbor Medical Center. Each meeting features different speakers and activities. Everyone is welcome. Come for camaraderie as well as tools to help you breathe better.
Peace Harbor Grief Support Group
Anyone who is experiencing grief is welcome to join this group, 2 to 3:30 p.m. the third Monday of every month in the Yachats Common Building-Room 3 in Yachats, Oregon. Our next meeting will be Monday, Mar. 17. Pre-registration is NOT required. Questions? Call 541-997-3418.
Doc Talk on the radio
Coast Radio's George Henry speaks with local health professionals in and around Florence about what's going on with health and medicine. Tune in to KCST FM 106.9, KCFM 1250 AM, 104.1 for new episodes. The next show is Thursday, Mar. 20.
Connecting Through Grief Series
You're invited to join this 8-week support group. It will meet 2 to 4 p.m. on Thursdays, April 3, 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 8, 15, 22 at Lane Community College, 3149 Oak St. in Florence. Call 541-997-3418 to register. Pre-registration IS required.
Men Connecting Through Grief
If you're a man in grief, please come to the group 1 to 2:30 p.m. the first Monday of every month in the 386 Building-Conference Room at Peace Harbor Medical Center. The next meeting is Monday, Apr. 7. Pre-registration is NOT required. Questions? Call 541-997-3418.
Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.
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