Community Wellness - Sheridan Community Hospital

Wellness Calendar of events-2012

To sign up for any of these free wellness clinics, call SCH at 989-291-3261, online at www.sheridanhospital.com, or send an email to communityrelations@sheridanhospital.com

Glaucoma, the silent cause of blindness

Michael Flohr, MD, Ophthalmologist

Tuesday, March 13, 1-3 pm

Come and learn if medication, laser or surgery is the best treatment for glaucoma.  A free glaucoma screening will be offered during this time, as 50% of people with glaucoma don't know they have it!


There is Relief for Back Pain

Tim Spencer, DO, Neurosurgeon

Thursday, April 12, 1:30-3 pm

Join Dr. Spencer in this seminar & learn about his comprehensive approach to back pain, including bracing, pain management, PT, & minimally invasive surgery.  His guiding philosophy reserves invasive procedures as a last resort, but when necessary, to apply procedures most suited for the patient's specific problem to enhance outcomes.


Aging Well: memory & your health

Joy Spahn, Alzheimer Association

Wednesday, May 30, 10:30-12 noon

Joy discusses issues related to healthy aging and what to do if you think that you or a loved one has a memory problem or caregiver stress.  She talks about risks associated with Alzheimer's disease, if there is anything we can do to prevent it, getting a diagnosis, & what to expect if someone you know has it.


Free cholesterol checks at SCH's Family Health Fair

Thursday, June 21, 2-5 pm

Appointments recommended for cholesterol check (call 989-291-3261), walk-ins accepted, as time allows.

This is part of the Family Health Fair held at the Sheridan Community Center.  There will also be massage therapy, free health screenings, blood pressure checks, lifestyle info, kid's area, healthy treats, health info booths, and much more!  


Foot Problem Clinic

Michael Kelley, DPM – Foot Specialist

Thurs, August 16, 9-1 pm

This free screening takes approximately 10 minutes per person.  If a foot problem is identified, a follow-up appointment may be made as needed, at your request.


Flu Facts or Flu Fiction

Connie Meekma, RN, SCH's Emergency Preparedness Coordinator

Wed, September 12, 1-2 pm

If you think you “always get sick” from the flu shot, or if you think H1N1 is no longer around, this is the program for you.  H1N1, avian or seasonal flu, what's the difference?  Connie will help clear up myths and present facts about influenza and its vaccination; share tips on how you can help prevent the spread of flu.


Bodywork and You!

Loretta Shindorf, Certified Reflexologist, Touch of Health-Stanton

Fri, October 12, 10:30-12 noon

Learn how using touch therapies such as reflexology, massage and acupressure can aid in your wellness care.
Loretta will do lots of demos and provide time for some practice.