March events offered by NWH and the Center for Healthy Living

An expert panel on colorectal cancer prevention and advice from registered dietitians on developing personal, sustainable and healthy food habits are featured programs this March at Northern Westchester Hospital’s (NWH) Center for Healthy Living. Other free, virtual classes to help people feel better, get healthier, and have more fun include chair yoga, smoking cessation, becoming more relaxed in the kitchen, and Wellness Wednesday.

Located next to the Whole Foods Market at Chappaqua Crossing, the Center for Healthy Living supports health and wellness through education, health resources, diverse programing and referrals. For a full list of upcoming Free events and registration, visit Eventbrite.com. All programs are currently offered virtually.

FEATURED EVENT:

Personalize Your Plate – How can a RD Help Me?

Wednesday, March 10, 5-6 pm

With so many conflicting messages about food and nutrition, it is hard to know what is healthy. In conjunction with National Nutrition Month, a panel of registered dietitians and a physician will discuss developing personal, sustainable and healthy food habits and debunk popular nutrition myths. They will also explain the benefits of nutritional counseling, how the process works for all ages and how to make a meaningful difference in improving your health.

The panel will be moderated by Amy Rosenfeld, MS RD CDN of NWH; Sharon Zarabi RD, CDN, CPT, the Katz Institute of Women’s Health; Stephanie Di Figlia-Peck, MS, RDN, CDN, CDCES of Cohen’s Children’s Medical Center; and Razia Jayman-Aristide, MD, MS-HPPL, FACP, of the Donald & Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Southside Hospital/Northwell Health. Free- registration required.

Register at: https://nwhnutritionpanel.eventbrite.com

FEATURED EVENT

The Colorectal Conversation: Getting Candid About Colon Health

Thursday, March 25, 5 to 6 pm, live over Zoom

Education and action are two of the most powerful tools for reducing the risk of colon cancer. Colo-rectal surgeons and gastroenterologists from NWH and Phelps will discuss the latest colorectal cancer screening and prevention recommendations, facts about diagnosis and advanced treatment options, and the role of nutrition in prevention. When detected early, colon cancer is one of the curable forms of cancer. The panel will be moderated by Alexis Grucela, MD, section chief, Colorectal Surgery at NWH; Elie Abemayor, MD, director, Gastroenterology Division at NWH; and Paul Strombom, MD, affiliated physician at NWH and Phelps and Chair Phelps Cancer Committee. Free- registration required.

Register at: https://nwhcolorectalcancerpanel.eventbrite.com

Mom Squad:

Monday, March 8, 12:00 - 2:00pm, live over Microsoft Teams

Please note, this support group is for mothers who have already delivered their baby.

Join with your baby for an interactive, social get together. Meet other moms and share information about caring for your newborn, and yourself. This group is facilitated by a registered nurse and is for moms who have already delivered their baby. Free. For more information, please call the Mother-Baby Navigator Office at (914) 666-1840 or email NWHMotherBabyNavigator@northwell.edu.

Chair Yoga:

Monday, March 8, 15, 22 and 29, 11 am to Noon, live over Zoom

One of the gentlest forms of yoga, chair yoga adapts yoga positions and poses using a chair for support during standing and balancing poses, allowing for greater stability. Emphasis will be on breathing, balance, and taking things at your own pace. Chair yoga is suitable for all ages, fitness levels and physical condition; beginners welcome. Toni Russo, MS, RN AHN-BC, RYT-220, a leader in NWH’s Integrative Medicine Team will lead the workshop. Free.

Register at: https://nwhchairyoga.eventbrite.com

Smoking Cessation:

Tuesday, March 9, 16 and 23, 6 to 7 pm live over Microsoft Teams

Smoking cigarettes is one of the leading causes of preventable death in the United States. A NWH respiratory therapist will facilitate this online video support group. For information, contact NWHSmokingCessation@northwell.edu or call (914) 666-1868. Free.

Register at: https://nwhsmokingcessation.eventbrite.com

Breastfeeding Nook

March 15, 1:00 - 3:00pm, live over Microsoft Teams

Please note, this support group is for mothers who have already delivered their baby.

Join with your baby to meet other breastfeeding mothers and receive peer-to-peer support to help you achieve your breastfeeding goals. Information, encouragement, and support are provided by a Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Free. For more information, please call the Mother-Baby Navigator Office at (914) 666-1840 or email NWHMotherBabyNavigator@northwell.edu

National Nutrition Month: Calming Cooking

Thursday, March 18, 2-3 pm, live over Zoom

Cooking can be stressful, but your time in the kitchen can also be a place to relax. Join RD Amy Rosenfeld and licensed clinical social worker Rachel Merchan for a combination cooking class and stress management seminar in honor of National Nutrition month. Participants will practice relaxation practices for an everyday routine and learn to make a healthy snake. Recipes are provided ahead of time so you can cook along. Free.

Register at: https://nwhcalmingcooking.eventbrite.com

Wellness Wednesdays – A Phone Conference Series

Last Wednesday of every month, by phone. Wednesday, March 31, 11:00-11:30am.

Topic of the Month: Pre-Diabetes with Pat Talio, RD and Certified Diabetes Educator. Grab a snack & a cup of tea, and join us for a monthly phone conference series all about health. Dial in every month to hear the latest information from clinicians & health experts.

Register at: https://nwhwellnesswednesdays.eventbrite.com

or dial 1-929-436-2866 to join the program: when prompted enter the Webinar ID: 942 77713429 followed by the # sign. You will hear music until the program starts at 11 am.