This publication in no way seeks to serve as a substitute for professional
medical care. Consult your doctor before undertaking any form of medical
treatment or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines.
Support Groups at Mercy Medical
Center-Centerville
EVENTS
UPCOMING
FREE TO THE
COMMUNITY
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP
This group, which provides breastfeeding
education and support for new mothers, will
include pre-delivery assessments, help with
equipment and tools, and education about
milk supply and production, low weight gain,
breastfeeding, and returning to work or school.
Program Leaders: Certified Lactation Counselors
Kyla Jackson, RN, and Juanita Hughes, RN
Meets first Tuesday of each month from
6 to 8 p.m. in the South Cafeteria.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Program Leader: Charlotte Arbogast, RN,
641-437-3388
Meets second Thursday of each month from
5 to 6 p.m. in Conference Room A.
PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP
Program Leader: Katy Dykes, DPT, 641-437-3454
or kdykes@mercydesmoines.org
Meets third Thursday of each month from
5:30 to 7 p.m. in Conference Room A.
EATING FOR A HEALTHY HEART
Change your eating habits and reduce
your nutrition-related risk factors. The
Mercy-Centerville dietician will help you
adjust your diet according to your
medical condition and lifestyle.
Program Leader: Liz Zmolek, RDN, LD
Available by appointment.
Call 641-437-3519.
ALZHEIMER'S SUPPORT GROUP
Program Leader: Sherri Doggett, RN,
641-437-3445 or sdoggett@mercydesmoines.org
Meets third Friday of each month from
9 to 10 a.m. in the South Cafeteria.
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
Program Leader: Jackie Kelly, BSN, RN,
641-437-4420 or jkelly@mercydesmoines.org
Meets second Wednesday of each month
from 5 to 6 p.m. in Conference Room A.
Mercy Medical Center-Centerville
1 Saint Joseph Dr.
Centerville, IA 52544-9017