Classes & Events

Join Community Outreach and Education Specialist Käaren Flint with Hospice of the Northwest as she provides a true description of the goals and services of hospice care. Learn how hospice is paid for, when and how ... Read More

Based in over 30 years of research and clinical application, The SOS Approach to Feeding, created by Dr. Kay Toomey, helps children and their families develop the skills required to explore new foods. In this ... Read More

Mindful meditation, when combined with awareness of breath and posture, can effectively  re-set and restore to balance many of your body’s systems. This can lead to greater focus; easier sleep; less anxiety; more capacity to ... Read More

Join Bridgett Bell Kraft, a provider with Island Hospital’s Sleep Wellness Center, for a conversation to improve your understanding of what sleep is, how sleep patterns change with aging, and the symptoms of sleep miseries ... Read More

This class will teach you how to quickly identify signs of a stroke with the helpful BE FAST tool. Island Hospital’s specialized Stroke Coordinator is offering an in-depth look at what you really need to ... Read More

The Pacific Northwest offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities for all ages. Join Anacortes Fire Department's Division Chief Nick Walsh, to learn about basic outdoor safety tips so you and your family can confidently ... Read More

Learn what types of exercises are most beneficial for your bones from Island Hospital physical therapist Allison Blackwell, PT, DPT. Come prepared to try some exercises you will be able to do at home. When: ... Read More

Dietary habits play an important role in your risk of developing osteoporosis. Managing these habits can be particularly important as we age. A diet without enough calcium and vitamin D can contribute to weak bones. ... Read More

Today diabetes affects one in nine adults in the U.S. To derail that trend more Americans must commit to lead healthier, more active lives. If you have or are at risk of developing diabetes, there ... Read More

Are you having a tough time staying dry after childbirth, power walking or even sneezing? Do you leak with a sudden urge to void or with running water? If so there are Physical Therapy interventions ... Read More

As we emerge from the pandemic lifestyle of the last year, we may feel disoriented or out of sorts.  Join Dr. Paul Hammer for a discussion on mental health aspects of life transitions.  Learn tips on ... Read More

The global pandemic has upended many of our daily routines leading to unstructured snacking, increased sedentary time, and for many, weight gain. Learn strategies for healthy weight management from a registered dietitian in this informative ... Read More