Health Education and Support
DUE TO COVID-19: Classes and support groups may be held in person, via Zoom, or cancelled. Please check with each class or support group.
Our community health education programs are designed to help our patients and community adopt a healthier lifestyle and achieve better overall health.
Colorectal Cancer: Know the Signs, Symptoms & Screening
Cardiac Care Education
EHAC - Early Heart Attack Care
How To Take Your Blood Pressure
Hands Only CPR
Preventing Hypertension
Community Lectures
San Antonio Regional Hospital hosts community health education lectures, which are open to the public for the purpose of engaging the community and increasing knowledge related to important health topics. Lectures are led by hospital physicians, clinical staff, or community organizations. Topics include heart health, women’s health issues, cancer prevention and education, and much more. As part of safety protocols, all community lectures are currently offered
through a virtual format. For a video library of past physician lectures, click here.
Community Education and Support Classes
Maternity and Parenting
Maternity Tour (virtual)
Couples considering delivering at San Antonio Regional Hospital are encouraged to attend a tour of the Maternity Unit. To learn more about Maternity Services, please go to our Healthy Beginnings Maternity Services.
Pre-registration is required. To register,
click here to go to our Eventbrite page
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Notes: We encourage our patients to sign up early in their pregnancy to take advantage of the full series of classes.
Prepared Childbirth (LaMaze) Class (virtual)
Learn basic breathing and relaxation techniques and what to expect when you are in labor. Refresher classes are also available.
Pre-registration is required. To register, click here to go to our Eventbrite page..
Breastfeeding Class (virtual)
This class is offered by a certified lactation educator to provide encouragement and instruction in the methods of breastfeeding. Attend this class before your baby is born. In addition, our breastfeeding experts are available to assist you while you are hospitalized. We also offer a appointments to our breastfeeding clinic to provide in-person assistance and support to breastfeeding mothers after the birth of their baby.
Pre-registration is required. To register, click here to go to our Eventbrite page..
Infant Care Class
(virtual)
This class is designed to educate parents on the characteristics of the new baby. Physical care such as bathing, diapering, umbilical cord, and circumcision care are covered.
Pre-registration is required. To register, click here to go to our Eventbrite page..
Cardiac Health
Healthy Heart Class
This class series covers cardiac risk factors, congestive heart failure, education, and how to stay healthy through blood pressure management, stress management, and exercise.
BUILDING: 1100 Building, Community classroom
ROOM: Community classroom, 2nd floor
NUMBER OF CLASSES: 6*
DATE: Third Wednesday of each month
TIME: 4:30 - 5:30 pm
CONTACT PHONE: 909.920.6225
Notes:
*You may opt to take only those classes which interest you or the entire series.
Family Education
Pre-diabetes and Diabetes Self Management Class (virtual)
Diabetes management can be challenging, but can be made easier with the right tools. This class will cover lifestyle skills for diabetes, nutrition, meal planning, and glucose meter usage. This is a one-on-one virtual class by appointment only. Please call 909.985.2811, extension 24429 to schedule an appointment. Fee applies.
Cancer Classes
Orientation for the Newly Diagnosed
This educational class is designed to help you and your family gain a better understanding of cancer and chemotherapy. It is for men and women with any cancer type and will be individualized for your needs.
BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
FEE: Free
AGE: Adult
By appointment only by calling 909.920.6265 or email twiley@sarh.org.
Pilates for Cancer Health
Exercise is an important part of maintaining a healthy mind and body. This class provides a safe environment for patients with cancer to continue to participate in exercise.
BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
DATE: Every Monday
TIME: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
FEE: Free
For questions or to be added to this class, please call 909.920.6265 or email twiley@sarh.org.
Cancer Support Groups
Breast Cancer Support Group
Provides a safe, supportive environment in which women with breast cancer can share their personal experiences and exchange thoughts and feelings with each other.
BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
DATE: 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month
TIME: 11 am to 12 pm
For questions or to be added to this class, please call 909.920.6258 or email cfitzhugh@sarh.org.
Cancer Support Group
A cancer diagnosis provokes many emotions. This support group provides a safe space for both men and women with any type of cancer to work through their feelings and the emotional challenges a cancer diagnosis brings.
BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
DATE: 3rd Thursday of each month
TIME: 3:30 to 4:30 pm
For questions or to be added to this class, please call 909.920.6265 or email twiley@sarh.org.
Nutrition Counseling
Keep yourself healthy while undergoing cancer treatment with a one-on-one counseling session with a registered dietitian. Learn ways to help maintain a healthy body weight and about the nutrition needed for your body to sustain strength and promote
recovery.
BUILDING: Scheu Family Building
ADDRESS: 1100 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786
ROOM: Volunteer Community Room, 2nd Floor
About Us
Here For Life.
Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we serve.