Join us for fun and education at upcoming classes and events to be held on the Winona Health campus. From family-friendly activities to educational classes and workshops, there’s something for everyone. Note what’s happening this month and save the date for what’s coming up.
Happening in August
All About Baby
Tuesdays, noon to 1:30 p.m. NOTE: August 11 session cancelled.
This is a weekly drop-in group for parents to weigh their baby, get answers to questions and meet other parents. New parents and expecting parents are welcome. Join us on Tuesdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Library in Women’s Health, clinic 3rd floor, 855 Mankato Avenue, Winona.
No RSVP is needed, parents can drop in for all or part of the 90 minutes. Questions: Email us at childbirth@winonahealth.org.
Winona Food Fight Against Hunger
July 1-31 Winona Health, 855 Mankato Avenue, Winona
Winona Health is participating in a friendly community food drive. Throughout the month of July, non-perishable food items may be dropped off in the barrels located in the clinic lobby at Winona Health and in the Lakeside Café. Weigh-ins will happen on July 15 and July 31. All donations will go directly to Winona Volunteer Services, helping provide essential food and resources to individuals and families in our area.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Wednesday, August 12, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Winona Health, 855 Mankato Avenue, B.A. Miller Auditorium, hospital 3rd floor
The Red Cross is working with hospitals around the clock to meet the blood needs of patients – but can’t do it alone. We need your help!
To schedule your appointment, visit: redcrossblood.org/give.
Childbirth Education Series
August 18, 20, 25, 27, 6 to 8 p.m. Winona Health, 855 Mankato Avenue, clinic 1st floor, Acorn Room
This is a four-class session to be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. During these classes, you and your birth partner will learn about the dynamics of labor, explore pain relief tools such as breathing, hydrotherapy and medical options for pain management. You will practice decision-making skills that help during labor, tour the Family Birth Center and get to know other expectant parents.
To register, sign up online, email us at childbirth@winonahealth.org or visit winonahealth.org/childbirth.
Healthcare Directive Information Session
Tuesday, August 18, 2 to 3 p.m. Winona Health, 855 Mankato Avenue, B.A. Miller Auditorium, hospital 3rd floor
Everyone 18 years and older should complete a healthcare directive. The purpose of a Healthcare Directive is to allow people to stay in control of their care, even when they are unable to communicate. Creating a healthcare directive does not require assistance from a lawyer, but when properly completed, it is a legal document to help ensure your wishes are carried out.
Winona Health Volunteers invite community members to a free Healthcare Directive informational program. Authorized forms for Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa will be available. Facilitators will answer questions and help make the process easy. The Healthcare Directive program is free and open to all, but RSVP is required by calling 507.457.4342.
Save the date in September:
Community Blood Pressure Screening Clinics Wednesday, September 2, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Midtown Foods, back right corner
Wednesday, September 16, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hy-Vee, to the right of the pharmacy
Red Cross Blood Drive Friday, September 11, 12 to 5 p.m. Winona Health, 855 Mankato Avenue, B.A. Miller Auditorium, hospital 3rd floor
Childbirth Education Class Saturday, September 12, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Winona Health, 855 Mankato Avenue, clinic 1st floor, Acorn Room
Healthcare Directive Information Session Tuesday, September 15, 2 to 3 p.m. Winona Health, 855 Mankato Avenue, B.A. Miller Auditorium, hospital 3rd floor
Dates subject to change. For a complete calendar of events, and for more information about our services and programs, please visit www.winonahealth.org/events.