Classes and Events
Confused About Cholesterol? What You Need To Know
This class will help you learn how to manage your cholesterol and reduce your risk of developing heart disease. Participants will learn about cholesterol types and numbers, set realistic goals and get practical tips on reducing their risk of heart disease.
This class is led by Alisa Scherban, Registered Dietitian and Health Educator.
Participants are welcome to bring their lunch.
55 Lock Street
Moreson H. Kaplan Conference Center (1st Floor)
Tuesday,
September 17th
12:15 - 1:00 pm
Prediabetes Group Education
This group class is offered monthly for our patients with prediabetes. After attending the group class you will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with the instructor for personal support.
You will learn:
- What prediabetes is;
- About risk factors;
- And simple lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of developing diabetes.
Ask your provider for a referral or call 203-432-4025.
Yale Health Center Tours and Orientation
Are you a new Yale employee who recently joined Yale Health?
Maybe you’re a member who would like more information about your Yale Health coverage.
Join us for a tour of the Yale Health Center followed by an orientation session to learn about Yale Health.
There will be time to ask questions in a group setting or on an individual basis.
55 Lock Street
Moreson H. Kaplan Conference Center
Multiple Dates & Times
Diabetes Education Series
Yale Health clinical staff members will present these four sessions to Yale Health members with type 2 diabetes:”
- “What is diabetes?” and self-monitoring
- Healthy eating and activity
- Medications
- Complications, sick day management, and healthy coping
Ask your clinician for a referral or call Internal Medicine at 203-432-0038 to schedule.
For more information contact Vanessa Jefferson, APRN, ANP, CDE.
55 Lock Street
4th Floor Conference Room
Tuesdays
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Childbirth Education Program
Childbirth preparation for parents-to-be in 1-day Saturday and 3-Wednesday evenings formats, along with scheduling your hospital tour. Milestones of labor and birth, coping skills and options. Suggested for women who are 7-8 months pregnant. Register during months 5-6. Fees are low and partial scholarships are available.
For more information or to register, contact Ann Cowlin, MA, CSM, CCE at 203-481-2200, e-mail director@dancingthrupregnancy.com, or visit dancingthrupregnancy.com/take-a-class.
55 Lock Street
Moreson H. Kaplan Conference Center
Saturday – single session
10 am – 3:30 pm
Wednesdays – 3 weeks
6:30-8:30 pm
Dancing Through Pregnancy® - Total Pregnancy Fitness
Total Pregnancy Fitness classes meet at the Yale Health Center every Monday and Wednesday evening with low fees for Yale Health members and discounts for students.
For more information or to register, contact Ann Cowlin, MA, CSM, CCE at 203-481-2200, e-mail director@dancingthrupregnancy.com, or visit dancingthrupregnancy.com/take-a-class.
55 Lock Street
Moreson H. Kaplan Conference Center
Mondays & Wednesdays
5:30-6:30 pm
Breastfeeding Class
- Learn breastfeeding basics and how to get off to a great start
- Discuss the “art of breastfeeding” and the joys and benefits it provides to you and your baby
- Explore common concerns parents have about breastfeeding
55 Lock Street
Moreson H. Kaplan Conference Center
Classes occur once a month from September through June (no classes in July and August)
4:00-6:00 pm
English as a Second Language
Literacy Volunteers of Greater New Haven is offering free English as a Second Language classes. These are conversation classes for people who want to develop their English communication skills. On-site tutoring opportunities are available as well.
For more information, call 203-776-5899 or e-mail lnevas@lvagnh.org.
There will be no classes on Fridays that fall on holidays or recess days.
55 Lock Street
Moreson H. Kaplan Conference Center
Fridays
4:00-6:00 pm