thelearningseries

The Learning Series lectures are free to anyone in our community. To attend any Learning Series lecture you must pre-register. To do so, please call The Winter Haven Hospital Health Connection at (863) 291-6705 or (800) 416-6705. The Learning Series lectures are made possible through the generous donations of local businesses and individuals to the Winter Haven Hospital Foundation.

April 2 Dealing with Issues Surrounding Unemployment
The stressors that accompany unemployment will be discussed in this presentation. Stress management will also be addressed.
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Where: Marge Brewster Center GAIN Room, 928 S.E. Lakeview Drive, Sebring
Speaker: Bernadette Hansen, B.A., Behavioral Health Division, Winter Haven Hospital

April 10 Managing Incontinence through Exercise and Diet Modification. This presentation will identify different types of incontinence and influencing factors.  Focus will be on physical rehabilitation of the pelvic floor using exercise.
Time: 1:00 P.M.
Where: Winter Haven Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Mandy Cilliers, OTR, Winter Haven Hospital Outpatient Rehabilitation Services

April 17 Girl Talk: Gynecology and the Adolescent
An opportunity for mothers and their daughters to learn about female healthcare during the teen years.  Includes such issues as physical and emotional changes, the first gyn exam, sexually transmitted diseases and preventive health.
Time: 7:00 P.M.
Where: Regency Medical Center Classroom, Winter Haven
Speaker: Nailim Milian, M.D., Obstetrician Gynecologist, Bond Clinic and Eva Salamon, M.D., Obstetrician Gynecologist, Bond Clinic

May 1 Feeding/Swallowing Difficulties with Newborns and Infants
An overview of normal development for feeding and swallowing of newborns and infants.
Time: 7:00 P.M.
Where: Regency Medical Center Classroom, Winter Haven
Speaker: Jenny Nesbit, Speech & Language Pathologist, Winter Haven Hospital Rehabilitation Services
May 6 Building Your Child's Self-Esteem
Self-esteem can influence your child's ability to learn, grow, and relate to others.  Parents are the single greatest influence on their child's self-esteem.  Learn ways to be a positive influence!  Your child's future is worth the effort!
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Where: Sweet Center Green Room, 1201 First Street, Winter Haven
Speaker: Christine Godwin, B.A., ICCP Program Coordinator, Behavioral  Health Division, Winter Haven Hospital

May 13 Your Life Portfolio: Diversify, Balance, and Invest Wisely
Strategies for life leisure balance after retirement, illness or other significant life changes.
Time: 10:00 A.M.
Where: Eagle Ridge Mall Conference Center, Lake Wales
Speaker: Kimberly Hanson, COTA, ESTEEM Program
Winter Haven Hospital Rehabilitation Services

May 19 Child Adoption in Central Florida
Dr. Sally Stader and representatives of the Polk, Highlands, and Hardee Counties' Adoption Coalition will discuss issues relating to adoption. This panel will be available to answer questions regarding community resources, what to expect and how to navigate the adoption process.
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Where: Sweet Center Green Room, 1201 First Street, Winter Haven
Speaker: Sally Stader, PhD., Behavioral Health Division, Winter Haven Hospital

June 3 Overview of Love & Logic Parenting Program
Love & Logic is a comprehensive parent training course developed by Jim Fay and Foster Cline, M.D.  This program can help prepare today's parents face the challenges of raising children.  A brief overview of the Love & Logic program will be presented.
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Where: Sweet Center Green Room, 1201 First Street, Winter Haven
Speaker: Christine Godwin, B.A., ICCP Program Coordinator, Behavioral Health Division, Winter Haven Hospital

June 11 Children & Psychological Trauma
In this program, we will discuss what parents/caretakers need to know to help grieving and traumatized children.  Our children are vulnerable to both non-violent and violent incidents, post traumatic stress, and grief related reactions.  Please join us to discuss ways to help your child and yourself with these issues.
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Where: Sweet Center Green Room, 1201 First Street, Winter Haven
Speaker: Juanita Harden, LMHC, Behavioral Health Services, Winter Haven Hospital

For more information about the Learning Series, call The Winter Haven Hospital Health Connection at (863) 291-6705 or 1 (800) 416-6705. You can also access our website at www.winterhavenhospital.com

Contents

The Learning Series

Special Events

The Classes

Support Groups

Features

Mid Florida Medical Services Foundation Fall Gala Raises Over $180,000 for Health Care Scholarships

Mid Florida Medical Services Foundation Fall Gala

Advances in Technology

Winter Haven Hospital Rehabilitation Services Division

Extras

A Message to the Community

Lifeline

First Care

Mid Florida EAP

Counseling Can Help