8/20/2010
Trinity is proud to sponsor or offer the following events:
Bettendorf Rotary Run with Carl
Monday, Sept. 6, 7:30-10 a.m., Life Fitness Center, 2222 Middle Road, Bettendorf
Trinity is the presenting sponsor of the 16th anniversary of Run with Carl. Memorializing the life of Carl Schillig through college scholarships and promoting the sport of running continue to be the primary objectives of this event. Proceeds fund the Carl D. Schillig Memorial Fund, Inc. as well as groups/organizations in which Carl was active. These include the Bettendorf Swim Club, the Corn Belt Running Club and Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Participants in Run with Carl have the option of signing up for a 5K run/walk or 5-mile run. Kids ages 12 and under can participate in a 1-mile or ½ -mile fun run.
To register or for more information, visit: www.runwithcarl.com
Trinity Golf Classic
Thursday, Sept. 9, 7:30 a.m., TPC at Deere Run, 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis, Ill.
The proceeds from the 2010 Trinity Golf Classic will be awarded to Trinity’s Cardiac Stepdown Unit to purchase portable bedside monitors. For more information, visit: www.trinityhealthfoundation.com or call (309) 779-2232, (563) 355-0746.
Community Health Partners Diabetes Screenings
Sept. 13-17, 7-9 a.m., Trinity Bettendorf, 4500 Utica Ridge Road, Bettendorf, and Trinity VNHA, 106 19th Ave., Suite 101, Moline
Is your sugar trying to tell you something? Find out with a free diabetes screening. 8-hour fast recommended. This screening is sponsored by Trinity and its Community Health Partners, The Dispatch, Rock Island Argus, Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center, Quad-City Radio Group and KWQC-TV6.
For more information on the screening, call Trinity’s My Nurse at (309) 779-2000 or toll-free at (877) 242-8899.
ScaleDown weight loss program
Mondays, Sept. 13 through Nov. 8 (no class Oct. 4), 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Trinity will once again offer ScaleDown, a weight-control program and support group. Led by a Trinity dietitian, this program emphasizes nutrition, fitness and behavioral changes that will lead participants to a healthier lifestyle.
Cost for the nine-week program is $100. For more information or to register, call Trinity’s My Nurse at (309) 779-2000.
Gilda’s Club Diamonds and Divas
Thursday, Sept. 23, 6 p.m., the Rogalski Center at St. Ambrose University, Davenport
Quad-City women are invited to join Trinity and Gilda’s Club for an evening of pampering and fun. There will be a silent auction and a chance to win a 1 karat diamond! Hors d’oeuvres will be served. 100% of proceeds support Gilda’s club, a cancer support community that provides people living with cancer access to other people going through the same experience.
For more information, call Gilda's Club at (563) 326-7504.
Quad Cities Marathon
Sunday, Sept. 26, 7:30 a.m., Moline
Pre-race events taking place on Saturday, Sept. 25 for this 12th annual event include a race expo, kids’ micro marathon, and pasta party. The actual race begins on Sunday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 a.m. downtown Moline. Participants have the option of completing a marathon, half marathon, 5-person relay, 5k run/walk, or 1-mile walk. Trinity is the official medical sponsor.
To register or for more information visit: www.qcmarathon.org or call the Quad-City Marathon office at (309) 751-9800.
Putnam Museum Microbes: Invisible Invaders, Amazing Allies Exhibit
Sept. 25-Jan. 2, IMAX/Putnam Museum, Davenport
This interactive exhibit, sponsored by Trinity, teaches children of all ages about microbes, what they are, what they look like, the history of infectious disease, emerging diseases, and how researches and individuals fight infectious diseases worldwide. For more information contact the Putnam Museum at (563) 324-1933.
Trinity will once again offer ScaleDown, a weight-control program and support group, from 4:30-5:15 p.m., Mondays, Sept. 13 through Nov. 8 (no class Oct. 4). Led by a Trinity dietitian, this program emphasizes nutrition, fitness and behavioral changes that will lead participants to a healthier lifestyle.
Cost for the nine-week program is $100. For more information or to register, call Trinity’s My Nurse at (309) 779-2000.
Trinity online heart risk assessment expanded to include diabetes, vascular and sleep disorders
Trinity Regional Health System has expanded its free HeartAware online health risk assessment to now include tests for heart disease, stroke, vascular disease, diabetes and sleep disorders. Trinity’s HealthAware allows users to log on from any computer, answer a few health questions, and get a score for their likelihood of having or developing any of these diseases. High-risk individuals may qualify for a consultation with a health professional to discuss strategies to effectively treat their condition.
“Many of these diseases are controllable or preventable,” said Dan Saskowski, Trinity’s HealthAware program administrator. “Simple changes in lifestyle, including eating, exercise and smoking habits, can have an impact on one’s overall risk for these conditions later on in life.”
Norma Koopman of Milan, Ill., is one such success story. She initially took the HeartAware test in 2006 because of her family’s history of heart disease. In fact, three of her siblings and father all died from heart attacks in their 50s. Armed with the test results, Norma began meeting with the Trinity staff on an annual basis to set goals and receive suggestions on ways to improve her health. She lost 60 pounds by keeping tabs on the amount she ate, and has managed to keep it off. Her overall cholesterol level has gone down as well.
“The HeartAware test helps keep you on your toes,” said Norma. “It keeps you watching what you’re doing.”
There have been more than 6,000 visits to the HeartAware module since Trinity initially launched it in 2006. The survey assesses a person’s risk for heart disease, stroke and vascular disease with a series of questions. Depending on the participant’s responses, the HeartAware evaluation will determine if the survey taker has no risk factors, one risk factor or two or more risk factors. Those with one risk factor can opt-in to receive regular information on heart-healthy things one can do to lessen future risk. Those with two or more risk factors can choose to receive a free screening by a cardiac clinician and referrals to cardiac care if needed. They will also receive information on heart-healthy things to do to reduce heart, stroke and vascular disease risk.
The DiabetesAware module asks questions about family history, blood sugar and cholesterol levels as well as blood pressure, if known. Diabetes is the fastest growing risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The number of people -- which has tripled over the last three decades -- is equal to 7 percent of the American population. More concerning is that one-third of diabetics are unaware they have the disease -- a disease which leads to cardiac conditions, stroke, blindness, loss of limb, and impotence for men.
The SleepAware module asks about obesity, diabetes, neck size, loud snoring, high blood pressure, smoking, sleepiness during the day. Approximately 12 million Americans have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and 10 million are underdiagnosed. Persons with OSA are 30 percent more likely to have a heart attack or die as a result of the condition.
“Monitoring your risk factors on an annual basis is a good first stop toward prevention,” Saskowski said. “It’s a lot easier, as well as less expensive, to do something about them if you catch them early.”
All individual survey results are confidential. For more information, go to www.trinityhealthaware.com to begin taking the tests.
6/1/2010
The Robert Young Center for Community Mental Health and Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Center for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders will co-present a community workshop “Is this Alzheimer’s or is this normal?” targeted to caregivers of those with memory loss issues from 8-11:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 16, at Trinity Rock Island in Classroom 1.
“Many people end up taking on the role of caregiver for a parent suffering from memory loss, while still being caregivers for their children. Memory loss issues occur for a combination of reasons, so caregivers are the people who need to understand them,” said Dennis Duke, licensed clinical professional counselor and Director of Outpatient Services at the Robert Young Center. “We want them to know that there are resources and treatment options available in providing the best care possible.”
Memory loss is a normal part of the aging process, but sometimes it can have an underlying cause such as Alzheimer’s, stroke or even a vitamin deficiency. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.3 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s or some other type of dementia and every 70 seconds, someone develops the disease.
Signs of memory loss in include forgetfulness, confusion of time and dates, frequent misplacing of items and impaired decision-making skills. Those with memory loss have difficulty solving problems, performing daily tasks and using appropriate vocabulary. Understanding these symptoms is vital in knowing the difference between normal, age- induced memory loss and abnormal, severe memory loss.
“Caregivers of those with memory loss tend to suffer from anxiety, stress, and depression,” Duke said. “Education for caregivers is important in order to help them better manage the behaviors accompanied by memory loss, as well as manage their own mental health.”
Anyone affected by or providing care to someone with memory loss is strongly encouraged to attend this event. Presentation topics covered will include diagnosis, treatment and available resources. The workshop schedule is as follows:
8 a.m. “Dementia diagnosis and treatment,” Robert Flowers, MD
9:30 a.m. “Is this normal or something more?” Carla Mohr, LCSW
10:30 a.m. “Legal issues and persons with dementia”, Deb Toal, RN
The workshop is free and open to the public. A continental breakfast is included, with check-in beginning at 7:30 a.m. To pre-register, please contact the Robert Young Center at (309) 779-2043.
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5/24/2010
Family Resources DOVE Fill the Truck
9 am. to 12 p.m. Saturday, June 12 Hy-Vee at Kimberly & Eastern, 53rd & Utica Ridge, Devils Glenn & Middle Rd
Hy-Vees at Kimberly & Eastern, 53rd & Utica Ridge and Devils Glenn & Middle Road.
Come help fill the truck with items needed by the Quad-City Domestic Violence Shelter of Family Resources, Inc. For full listing of shelter needs please visit famres.org.
Radish Healthy Living Fair (participant)
8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday June 19, adjacent to the downtown Davenport Freight House Farmers Market
This free event will showcase options for living healthy from the ground up.
The Healthy Living Fair will give people the opportunity to see/taste/touch/experience the natural foods, products, resources and services from throughout eastern Iowa and western Illinois that are dedicated to improving their health, environment and world. Businesses and organizations from throughout the region will showcase their products and services.
River Action Ride the River – Kids Ride Free
6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Sunday, June 20
The Freight House, Davenport (start)
Join River Action in a bi-state bike tour of the Quad Cities as it celebrates its 26th year. Begin at The Freight House in Davenport, proceed to Leach Park, Bettendorf, and cross the Mississippi River to Moline, Illinois on the Celebration Belle riverboat. Those crossing by bridge will cross Arsenal Island, and continue the route to the suggested turn around in Hampton, returning to Davenport via Arsenal Island (open from 6 a.m. to noon) or the Centennial Bridge (open until 3:30 p.m.). Riders can turn around at various spots on the route. All total, it’s possible to ride through nine communities and mountain bike on Sylvan Island! Cost is $10 for adults that register before May 15. Trinity’s sponsorship allows kids under 16 to ride free with a paying adult. For more information or to register please visit www.riveraction.org .
TWC Young Women of Achievement with Mary Grace Harrington
Noon, Thursday, June 24
Rogalski Center, St. Ambrose University, Davenport
The Women’s Connection will honor young women ages 17-23, from the Quad Cities, who have shown exceptional leadership, a commitment to community service, and academic achievement. The reception will include a “Women in Leadership” presentation by keynote speaker Mary Grace Herrington, CEO of Iowa Public Radio. Cost for this luncheon event is $25. To register or for more information, please visit asktwc.com and look under upcoming events.
Quad City United “Swing into Education” Best Ball Golf Tournament
Saturday, June 26 (Registration deadline: Friday, June 11)
Tee time: 11 a.m.
Palmer Hills Golf Course, 2999 Middle Rd., Bettendorf, Iowa
4-person teams
Trinity is proud to be a major sponsor in the Quad City United “Swing into Education” 2010. This tournament raises money to fund college scholarships, including The Mike Orfitelli Foundation and The Coach Reece Morgan Scholarship. Quad City United provides equal, quality educational experiences and opportunities to the youth and families of the Quad City area, with special attention being given to the needs of the under-represented and low income population. For more information: www.qcunited.org
Rock Island Extension – 3rd Annual Jim Bohnsack FORE-H Golf Classic
Saturday, June 26, Indian Bluff Golf Course, Milan, Ill.
Registration begins at noon, 1 p.m. shotgun start
4-person preferred ball, includes lunch
Benefits Rock Island County 4-H and helps foster great youth development programs for our community. For more information go to www.rockislandextensionfoundation.org/golfouting
. Trinity Farmers’ Markets
Back for the fifth year, each market has several products to offer, including fresh produce, plants, homemade pies, meats, jellies, and jams.
May is Better Sleep Month, and with it comes the announcement of a new online assessment to help participants determine their risk for sleep disorders. SleepAware is a new module within Trinity’s HealthAware system (www.trinityhealthaware.com) that allows users to log on from any computer, answer a few health questions, and get a score for their likelihood of having or developing a sleep disorder.
Approximately 12 million Americans have obstructive sleep apnea, and 10 million are underdiagnosed. Most people diagnosed with OSA are obese and specifically have heaviness in their neck and face. Persons with OSA are 30% more likely to have a heart attack or die as a result of the condition.
The SleepAware module asks about the following risk factors:
- Obesity
- Diabetes
- Neck size
- Loud snoring
- High blood pressure
- Smoking
- Sleepiness during the day
Once participants receive the score, they are invited to make an appointment with a specialist from Trinity’s Sleep Center to discuss how to treat the disease or reduce the risks of getting the disease. There is no cost to take the online assessment or meet with a specialist if deemed to be higher risk. For more information, contact the Trinity Sleep Center at (309) 779-2914.
Early detection through free prostate cancer screening key to survival rate
Rudy Quijas, founder of Rudy’s Tacos, always had the community’s best interest at heart. Even when he was near the end stages of prostate cancer, he wanted to give something back to his community. The Quijas family, along with Trinity Regional Health System and its Community Health Partners, has kept his memory and his wishes alive by inviting Quad-City men to participate in the 13th annual Rudy Quijas Fight against Cancer Memorial Prostate Screening held from 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, June 2, at Trinity Bettendorf, and Wednesday, June 3, at the Trinity Cancer Center at the Trinity Moline campus.
“When caught early, prostate cancer can be treated with a high cure rate,” said Penny Knox, RN, Clinics Coordinator from Trinity. “That’s why early detection is a key in the fight against this disease that affects more nearly 200,000 men annually. Through this screening, many men can find out if they are at risk, and if they are, take appropriate action.”
According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer found in American men after skin cancer and is the second leading cause of death behind lung cancer. While one man in six will get prostate cancer during his lifetime, only one man in 35 will die of this disease, largely due to increased awareness and earlier detection of the disease. In fact, when the cancer is found in the local or regional stages and has not spread, the 5-year relative survival rate for these men is nearly 100 percent.
The screening will include a free PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood test and digital rectal exam. Screening times are by appointment only. All men are encouraged to participate, particularly those who are age 40 and older, those who have a family history of the disease and/or are African American or Hispanic.
Men need not have had a history of treatment for prostate cancer to be at increased risk. Men currently under the care of a urologist, previously diagnosed with prostate cancer or over the age of 80 will not be screened.
Since 1998, nearly 3,600 men have been checked for prostate cancer through this free screening, and approximately one-third of those screened have needed further follow-up due to either an abnormality with their exam, lab work or other factors. Over the years, 34 men have been diagnosed with prostate cancer due to the screening.
A limited number of appointments are available and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. To set up an appointment, call Trinity’s My Nurse at 779-2000 or 1-877-242-8899.
4/2/2010
Trinity NEWS RELEASE
March 31, 2010
Infant memorial gathering at Trinity marks 10th anniversary
The grief and devastation of losing a baby before or soon after childbirth often weighs heavily on the hearts of parents and family members alike. To help alleviate sorrow and honor the memories of babies who have been lost, Trinity will offer “Butterfly Blessings: A Memorial Ceremony,” from 2 to 3 p.m., Saturday, April 10, in the Jardine Auditorium at the Trinity Rock Island campus, 2701 17th St., Rock Island.
The annual memorial gathering provides parents the opportunity to share stories and memories of their lost infant. Additionally, there will be a reading of the names of the lost infants, prayer, music and a craft activity.
According to Lynn Batcher, chaplain with Trinity’s Pastoral Care department, there is a definite need for such a gathering as the grief parents and family members experience is not always recognized by society.
“Many of these parents feel disenfranchised. The logic goes that if a parent or family member hasn’t really known the child, the child won’t be missed as much. This just isn’t true,” Batcher said. “This gathering is Trinity’s attempt to remember the beauty and glory of lives which were much too short and honor the grief of those left behind.”
The original memorial gathering grew from the idea of a local artist who helped spearhead the first event to honor the memory of her son who died shortly after birth.
“After our original remembrance, many participants requested another opportunity to come together to celebrate the lives of those babies and create a tangible remembrance of them,” Batcher explained.
The committee decided to hold an annual memorial gathering that included parents who told their stories, music, prayer, a reading of the names of all the babies and the craft activity. They call the event Butterfly Blessings after a poem (see sidebar). Trinity now uses the butterfly symbol on many of their grief follow-up materials.
While the event was founded at Trinity, it is open to any community member who has experienced the loss of a child at or shortly after birth. The event is appropriate for all ages, and in past years many family groups have attended together. According to Batcher, it is never too late to attend.
“The grief process is something that everyone experiences differently,” Batcher said. “Those who have experienced this type of loss have found that remembering the children, especially in the company of others who have had a similar loss, helps in healing the pain.”
For more information or to register for the memorial gathering, please contact Trinity’s Pastoral Care department at (309) 779-2989. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
SIDEBAR
A Butterfly
A butterfly lights beside us
Like a sunbeam.
And for a brief moment
Its glory and beauty
Belong to our world.
And then it flies on again
And though we wish
It could have stayed
We feel blessed to have seen it.
-- Anonymous
Low Vitamin D levels have been linked to a variety of health issues, including osteoporosis, heart disease, stroke, cancer, and depression. Find out if you’re at risk with a simple blood test*:
7-9 a.m. or 4-6 p.m., May 10-14
Trinity Bettendorf, 4500 Utica Ridge Road, Bettendorf
Trinity VNHA, 106 19th Avenue, Suite 101, Moline
$40 – cash or check. No appointment necessary.
Call Trinity’s My Nurse for more information:
(309) 779-2000 or toll-free (877) 242-8899
*Participants should not take any calcium supplements 24 hours prior to screening for accurate results.
Trinity’s Community Health Partners include The Dispatch, Rock Island Argus, Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center, Quad-City Radio Group and KWQC-TV6. Special assistance provided by Metropolitan Medical Lab.
The Trinity Enrichment Center offers ancient wisdom for today’s life through unique and innovative programs for your mind, body, heart and soul. For more information or to register, call (309) 779-2000. Registration and pre-payment are required for all classes.
When currently enrolled in a $42 class, you may enroll in a second class in the same time frame for only $36. It’s our way of saying “thank you” for choosing us again.
HOLISTIC BODYWORK
Stott Pilates Method
Intermediate level
5:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, April 13 to May 18 ($48/six weeks)
5:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 25 to June 29 ($48/six weeks)
Whether you’re 18 or 80, you can use Pilates for general fitness or as cross-training
with other sports, dance and exercise regimens to greatly improve your performance.
The rhythmic exercises will promote a strong and flexible body core. An exercise mat
is required for class.
T’ai Chi – The Essence of T’ai Chi
6:30-7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, April 6 to May 11 ($42/six weeks)
6:30-7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 18 to June 29 ($49/seven weeks)
If you are searching for relaxation and inner peace while being physically fit, T’ai Chi is
for you. T’ai Chi offers meditation in motion, a system of rounded, fluid and balanced
movements that help center your mind and strengthen your body.
Qigong
7:30-8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, April 6 to May 11
($48/six weeks)
7:30-8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, May 18 to June 29
($56/seven weeks)
You will be “working with the life energy” when learning Qigong, the ancient Chinese
art of cultivating and training your internal energy to relieve stress and pain for health and healing.
Yoga: Mind and Body
6-7 p.m., Mondays, April 5 to May 10 ($42/six weeks)
6-7 p.m., Mondays, May 17 to June 28 ($42/six weeks) – No class May 31
7-8 p.m., Mondays, April 5 to May 10 ($42/six weeks)
7-8 p.m., Mondays, May 17 to June 28 ($42/six weeks) – No class May 31
5-6 p.m., Wednesdays, April 7 to May 12 ($42/six weeks)
5-6 p.m., Wednesdays, May 19 to June 30 ($49 /seven weeks)
6-7 p.m., Thursday, April 1 to May 6 ($42/six weeks)
6-7 p.m., Thursday, May 13 to June 24 ($49/seven weeks)
Hatha Yoga emphasizes the development of strength, stamina, and flexibility by utilizing the body’s postures and breathing techniques essential to your mental and overall
wellness. An exercise mat is required for class.
SPIRITUAL LIFE
Meditation for Balanced Living
5:30-6:30 p.m., Fridays, April 9 to May 14 ($42/six weeks)
5:30-6:30 p.m., Fridays, May 21 to June 25 ($42/six weeks)
In this class you will learn to transform stress into healthy vitality and calm the mind through the ancient practice of meditation and breathing exercises.
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