Health Quest

My Health Quest CALENDAR Babysitting Preparedness Course July 13, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. September 14, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Northern Dutchess Hospital, Cafeteria Conference Room July 27, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. November 2, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Vassar Brothers Medical Center–Joseph Tower Auditorium August 25, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Putnam Hospital Center–Michael T. Weber Conference Room This course for people ages 12 and older covers safety in the home, poison control and what to do in a medical emergency while caring for infants and young children. This course includes basic first aid and Friends and Family CPR. If you have someone caring for your child, ensure he or she is certified and prepared. Course completion results in a certification card for Child and Babysitting Safety from the American Safety and Health Institute valid for two years. Cost: $30 (includes textbook) Call (845) 475-9742 to register for classes at both locations. Free Car Seat Checks July 14, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. August 11, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. September 8, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. October 13, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Health Quest Community Education at Taconic Crossings, Lagrangeville. Other dates and times are available. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (845) 475-9746. Red Cross Blood Drives at Health Quest August 2, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Taconic Crossings, Health Quest Corporate Offices For more information or to register, call (845) 483-6405. August 2, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. October 25, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Vassar Brothers Medical Center For more information or to register, call (845) 483-6405. September 20, 10:30–5 p.m. Northern Dutchess Hospital For more information or to register, call (845) 871-3470. Pet First Aid, CPR and Disaster Preparedness Course August 4, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Putnam Hospital Center–Michael T. Weber Conference Room 2 September 15, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Northern Dutchess Hospital, Cafeteria Conference Room This course provides instruction for basic pet first aid, choking maneuvers, CPR techniques and how to be prepared for your pet in the event of a disaster. Course completion results in a certification card from the Emergency Care and Safety Institute valid for three years. This course fills quickly, and registration is required. Cost: $40 (includes textbook) To register for courses at both locations, call (845) 475-9742. AHA Heartsaver First Aid Course August 23, 6–10 p.m. December 6, 6–10 p.m. Vassar Brothers Medical Center– Joseph Tower Auditorium This course—not for healthcare providers— covers basic first aid, maneuvers for choking victims and environmental emergencies. Course completion results in a certification card from the American Heart Association valid for two years. Registration is required, and class size is limited. Cost: $50 (includes textbook) Call (845) 475-9742 to register. AHA Heartsaver CPR and AED for Adult, Child and Infant August 24, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. December 7, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Vassar Brothers Medical Center–Joseph Tower Auditorium This course—not for healthcare providers— covers basic CPR techniques, maneuvers for choking victims, and how to use an automated external defibrillator on adults, children and infants. Course completion results in a certification card from the American Heart Association valid for two years. Registration is required, and class size is limited. Cost: $75 (textbook included) Call (845) 475-9742 to register. VBMC Triathlon Saturday, September 7 Freedom Park Early registration for the race: Friday, September 6, 4–6 p.m. Registration day of race: 6:30–7:50 a.m. Race Start: 8 a.m. For more information, call (845) 790-9358 or email vbmcfdn@health-quest.org July– October 2013 PHC Reservoir Classic Road Race September 22, 8 a.m. race check-in Start and finish on PHC campus. The race is sponsored by the Carmel–Kent Lions Club and includes a 5-mile sanctioned road race and a 2-mile fun run/walk. For information, please call (845) 230-4773. Dr. Gil and Lyda Rojas Memorial Golf Tournament to Benefit Putnam Hospital Center September 23, 12:30 p.m. shotgun start Mahopac Golf Club For golf and sponsorship information, please call (845) 230-4763. Friends & Family Garden Reunion Tuesday, September 24, 2 p.m. Northern Dutchess Hospital Front Lawn Join us for the annual planting of bulbs, garden dedications and renewal of blessing. For more information, call the NDH Foundation at (845) 871-3505. VBMC Diamond Gala Saturday, September 28 FDR Library Cocktails: 6 p.m. Dinner: 7 p.m. Honorees include Drs. Jason Cohen and Steve Katz, and Ira Effron. For more information, call (845) 790-9358 or email vbmcfdn@health-quest.org. AHA HeartSaver CPR, AED and First Aid Course October 5, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Vassar Brothers Medical Center–Joseph Tower Building Auditorium This course includes basic CPR techniques, maneuvers for choking victims and how to use an automated external defibrillator on adults, children and infants. Course completion results in a certification card valid for two years from the American Heart Association. Registration is required, and class size is limited. Cost: $100 (includes textbook) Call (845) 475-9742 to register. Fall Foliage Half Marathon and 5K Sunday, October 13, 9 a.m. Rhinebeck Partial proceeds to benefit NDH Foundation. This event is being held in partnership with Running Away. To register or for more information, visit www.fallfoliagehalf.com. Health Quest 15

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