Classes & Events

Every Saturday ◦ 10 AM – 12 NOON Sierra Cafe 105 ◦ Renown Regional Medical Center Instructor: Jospeh D’Angelo, PhD, APC, CCA – Living Water Ministries (dba Joshua’s Community) Joining the Support Group: You are now able to attend in-person and no RSVP is required to attend. For directions to Sierra 103 classroom, please use the following link Campus and Parking Maps | Renown Health click on the “Renown Regional Medical Center Visitor Guide” to download the PDF map. The Sierra 103 Classroom is located on the 1st Floor of the Sierra Tower, walk past information desk, turn right at the second hallway near the top of the staircase, pass room 101 and turn left at the first hallway go past human resources, turn left (if you enter Sierra cafe you’ve gone too far), classroom 103 will be on the right hand side. If you would like to join the meeting virtually, no RSVP is required to attend, please click https://bit.ly/3NEssnU to join the meeting. Please note: Masks are required to enter the hospital and while you are navigating to and from your meeting(s). Once inside the classroom, masks will be optional to wear during your meeting(s). About the Facilitator: Rev. Dr. Joseph D’Angelo, has been an advocate for the disadvantaged and those in need since 1989. Ordained in 1993 as a nondenominational minister, he is the founder and President of Living Water Ministries (dba Joshua’s Community) since 1995, whose mission and purpose is to take care of people of all ages, ethnicities and those in need throughout the United States and the world. Today, Joshua’s Community has helped thousands of individuals globally and in the US, from all ages and careers, with two orphanages currently underway. He has served as a Hospice Chaplain and Bereavement Coordinator for the past six years in Reno, Nevada. His beliefs are simple, “God did not create religion but rather relationship,” and the Study of Scripture has been by religious interpretation rather than a non-religious translation. His current goal is to help those suffering through grief and to teach a study of Christian Scripture in partnership with the Renown Health Spiritual Center, as well as to offer his services as a volunteer chaplain to the Spiritual Care department. Spiritual Care: 775-982-PRAY (7729) / spiritualcare@renown.org / www.renown.org/SpiritualCare

Renown Institute for Cancer is teaming up with Renie Anderson, a trained and certified expert in cancer treatment side effect management. Attend this virtual workshop and learn mind-body techniques to help with reducing anxiety, feeling calmer, visualizing your treatment in a healing way and enhancing healing through activities that will bring you relief. This workshop includes: Helping patients feel more connected.  Helping to reduce fight/flight response and helping patients feel more at ease. Explaining how stress impacts our bodies and our role in taking responsibility as a partner in recovery. A mindfulness relaxation session. Giving patients the opportunity to express concerns over their side effects and re-framing that they can have a different experience. Open time for questions and answers. There is no charge to attend this class. Video enabled attendance is available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device To receive the zoom link to connect to this workshop, please email Renie Anderson @ renieanderson@att.net

Joint pain can affect all aspects of life, so if you’re considering total joint replacement surgery, these classes taught by the experts at Renown Health will help you with the following: Understand your procedure, including basic anatomy and explanation of surgical intervention. Prepare for surgery, including home setup, preoperative and pre-admit appointments. Know about your hospital stay, including infection prevention, early mobility, physical and occupational therapy, and adaptive equipment. Learn what happens after surgery, including recovery, medical management, post-operative therapy and exercises, to help you return to your normal activities. We highly encourage you to bring a “surgery buddy” for support.

Facilitated by a prostate cancer survivor, this support group is designed to help men cope with prostate cancer by offering education and support for patients during their cancer journey. Now offering the group both in-person and virtual. Video enabled attendance is available for all attendees. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smart phone, iPad, laptop, or webcam/desktop). Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to virtually connect. Groups will be held every first and third Monday of each month, from 5:30-7:00PM in the Sierra Tower – Conference room 103 at Renown Regional Hospital.  This is a free support group. *Please Note – Registrations will need to be renewed each calendar year, please contact RSVP at 775-982-7787 8am-5pm if you need assistance in registering*

Join us on a tour led by a childbirth educator to learn more about our luxurious Baby & Family Suites, labor and delivery rooms housed in the new Labor Assessment Area, and the William N. Pennington Nursery. We’ll cover the pre-admission process, how to check in, and what to expect during your visit. There is no cost to attend. Important note: Please include children in your ticket counts. Masks must be worn during the entire tour and 6-foot social distancing will be required for all participants not from the same household.  If you are running late or feeling unwell, you will need to reschedule. Find us! Directions to the Baby & Family Suites tours located in the Renown Children’s Hospital within the Sierra Tower. Downloadable PDF Map

Breastfeeding Circle Gatherings are a great place for breastfeeding moms to find support, exchange experiences, and discuss any concerns. Popular topics include: Milk supply Pumping Returning to work Sleeping, or lack of sleep Weight checks Weighted feedings And more! If you need more direct support please call Breastfeeding Medicine to schedule a 1:1, in person appointment at 775-982-6365. This gathering is FREE to join.

Renown Institute for Cancer offers one-hour weekly classes to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients and their families. Classes are facilitated by an oncology nurse navigator, social worker, and surgical nurses. In this class you will: • Meet your navigator and learn about cancer support services available to you • Hear about pre-surgery instructions and your pre-admit appointment • Receive education in prehabilitation and lymphedema prevention • Have your questions answered about treatment, including chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy and clinical trials Video enabled attendance is available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smart phone, iPad, laptop or webcam/desktop). Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to virtually connect. Please note: Masks are required to enter the hospital and while navigating to and from your class. Once inside your classroom, masks will be optional to wear during your class.

Renown Institute for Cancer is teaming up with Renie Anderson, a trained and certified expert in cancer treatment side effect management. Attend this virtual workshop to learn mind-body techniques to help you feel more connected and joyful in life as you move beyond the cancer. This workshop includes: Emphasizing the importance of identifying resistance. Moving through resistance by understanding the concepts of acceptance and surrender. Identifying goals and visions. Creating action steps to help break patterns, to help you stay in a healthier mindset and feel calmer. There is no charge to attend this class. Video enabled attendance is available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device To receive the zoom link to connect to this workshop, please email Renie Anderson @ renieanderson@att.net

Join us on a tour led by a childbirth educator to learn more about our luxurious Baby & Family Suites, labor and delivery rooms housed in the new Labor Assessment Area, and the William N. Pennington Nursery. We’ll cover the pre-admission process, how to check in, and what to expect during your visit. There is no cost to attend. Important note: Please include children in your ticket counts. Masks must be worn during the entire tour and 6-foot social distancing will be required for all participants not from the same household.  If you are running late or feeling unwell, you will need to reschedule. Find us! Directions to the Baby & Family Suites tours located in the Renown Children’s Hospital within the Sierra Tower. Downloadable PDF Map

This support group is designed to provide support, education, networking and resource materials to caregivers who are coping with a loved one who has been diagnosed with cancer. *Please note that this is a support group designed for Caregivers only. Video enabled attendance available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smart phone, iPad, laptop, or webcam/desktop). Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to virtually connect.   Please note: Masks are required to enter the hospital and while navigating to and from your classroom. Once inside your classroom, masks will be optional to wear during your class.

Join us for our free virtual Smoking Cessation 4-week program courtesy of Renown Health. This class is available to all who want to learn the risks of smoking and the benefits of quitting. In addition, participants will learn about their triggers to smoking, ways to cope while quitting, and available products to assist with becoming tobacco-free. This program begins on the 1st Wednesday of each month and will meet every Wednesday for four weeks from 4 to 5 p.m. Upon registering, you will receive instructions on virtually connecting 1-2 days before the class.

This 7-week childbirth preparation, which also includes preparing for postpartum, infant care and breastfeeding education, meets for seven consecutive weeks. This class will help prepare mom and her partner for the many aspects of childbirth and beyond. In addition, this class provides a safe forum to ask questions and help you make informed decisions about key issues surrounding your baby’s birth. Weeks 1-5 will include topics such as: Healthy developments in your pregnancy Stages of labor Warning signs Breathing and relaxation techniques Comfort measures Role of the support person and labor support Birth planning How to tell when you are in labor Pain relief options during labor/medical procedures How a birth doula can help Cesarean birth Week 6: During the Newborn Care segment, newborn appearances and behavior, daily care of the newborn, signs of illness, and when to call the doctor. Additionally, we’ll cover tummy time, comfort and soothing techniques, how to keep your baby safe, newborn screenings and vaccinations. Week 7: You will learn breastfeeding benefits and techniques, the physiology of making milk, positioning and latch, how to know baby is getting enough milk, keeping up your milk supply, where to go for help, and learn about our lactation consultants and breastfeeding forums. Pump rentals and a visit to our Lactation Connection resource center are included in this class. Please note: This class also includes a Baby and Family Suites Tour. Our certified instructors will offer you support and guidance via education in a unique way that will meet your individual needs. We believe that childbirth is a process, not a method, and we recognize that there is no one right way to give birth. To attend, please register using the expecting mother’s name and information. Please Note: Masks are required to enter the hospital while navigating to and from your class. Once inside your classroom, masks will be optional during your course.