The document provides a calendar of health-related classes, support groups, and events at the Beloit Health System, including topics such as birth preparation, diabetes management, and mental health therapy. It features various free and low-cost programs aimed at different community needs, along with contact information for registration and inquiries. Additionally, it highlights support groups for caregivers, cancer patients, and individuals with disabilities.

1. SeptemberCalendar of Classes, Events, and Support Groups
www.BeloitHealthSystem.org for news and physicians.
Alcohol/Drug Abuse
Assessments
By appointment. Call 364-5686.
Cancer Patient/Family
Therapy
Individual/family therapy designed specifi-
cally for cancer patients and their families.
Call Sally at 364-5686 for more information.
Family Care Center
Big Brother/Big Sister Class
Meets Sept. 7 from 10 a.m.–12 Noon. Class
for sibling prep is free to families delivering
at Beloit Hospital and $5/child ($10 family)
for families delivering elsewhere. Hospital
Auditorium. Call to register 364-5237.
Birth Preparation Classes
Classes start Tuesdays Sept. 10 or Fridays
Sept. 6 for four weeks. Free classes for
those delivering at Beloit Hospital and $25
for those delivering elsewhere. Call 364-
5237 to register.
Spanish Birth
Preparation Classes
Spanish Classes start Thursdays, Sept.
5 from 6:30–8:30 p.m. and meet for four
weeks. Free for those delivering at Beloit
Hospital and $25 for those delivering else-
where. Call 364-5237 to register.
Breastfeeding Classes
Meets Sept. 4 from 6–8:30 p.m. Prepare
the way for a successful breastfeeding
experience by attending this class before
you have your baby, or attend after the birth
with your baby. Call 364-5237 to register.
Health and Fitness
AlertLine
Emergency Personal Response System.
Give your loved one who lives alone help at
the touch of a button. Call 364-5480.
Counseling Care Center
Choosing Your Best Road
Youth (Ages 13–16)
For teens who may be struggling with anxiety
and making wise choices regarding alcohol,
drugs, sex and other life changing decisions.
Also for those who have struggled grow-
ing up in homes where parents have also
struggled with their choices. Teens will learn
the skills to make their own decisions with
their best future in mind. Call Kathleen at
364-5686 to register.
Dialectical Behavior
Therapy (DBT) Group
Develop skills to help you think, control
negative emotions, relate better to others,
and learn ways to cope under heavy stress.
Call Sally at 364-5686 for more information.
Evidence Based Practice
Anxiety Group
We are currently taking referrals for a treat-
ment group for anxiety planned to start in
November. Group meets two hours per week
for 8-12 weeks, depending on the needs of
the participants. If you are interested in this
evidence based group and willing to work on
treating your anxiety within and outside of
the group, please call 364-5686 to talk to
Claudia Klein MS, LPC, LCPC.
Pie and Coffee Series
Skills Based Therapy Group designed for
adults 65–100+
Group meets the 2nd Friday of each
month from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the
Occupational Health, Sports and Family
Medicine Center, 1650 Lee Lane, Beloit. Pie,
coffee and tea are served. We focus top-
ics on enjoying and meeting the challenges
of this phase of life. Group is scheduled
on September 13. The group is facilitated
by Sally Greer, Psychotherapist, Counseling
Care Center. Please register by calling 364-
5686. Medicare covers the cost of the group.
Mammogram Mondays
NorthPointe Health & Wellness Campus
Walk-in screening mammogram clinic held
every 2nd and 4th Monday of each month
from 5–8 p.m. Physician referral is not need-
ed—just walk in! Most insurance accepted.
Call 364-5249 for more information.
Beloit Health System
Diabetes Education/
Self-Management Program
Tues., Sept. 17 and
Tues., Sept. 24
12:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Beloit Hospital Auditorium
Two day class with lunch provided. For more
info. and fees, call 364-5137.
Mammograms at Beloit Hospital
Now offering evening appointments on
Thursdays until 8 p.m. for mammograms at
the hospital. Call 364-5249 to schedule.
Is Sleep a Problem?
Suffering from a sleep related disorder that can
be corrected? Call our sleep lab at 364-5481.
Cosmetic Laser
Skin Resurfacing at
NorthPointe Dermatology
Call 815-525-4070 for more information.
Look younger and refresh aged skin.
Pre-Diabetes Basics
Wed., Sept. 18 • 1–3 p.m.
Beloit Hospital Auditorium
A free program for people who need to
learn to prevent or delay diabetes. No res-
ervations needed. For more information call
Barb or Nancy at 364-5137.
Blood Pressure Checks
Thursdays Noon - 1 p.m., Beloit Clinic.
1969 W. Hart Rd., Beloit, WI 53511
Foot Care Clinics
For a current schedule call 363-5885.
Hemo/Peritoneal Dialysis
Services Available
For more information call 364-5580.
Medicare Questions
about your care at
Beloit Health System?
I’m Here to Help.
Tami Schindler, Medicare Advisor
Call 364-5583 for more information or to
make an appointment.
Visit "TheyKnowMeBest.com"
to join our online community. Listen to our
patients tell their emotional stories.
Support Groups
All support groups are free.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
for Caregivers
Call 314-8500 for more information.
Bosom Buddies
Breast cancer support group that meets the
3rd Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. For
more information call 364-5253.
NorthPointe Text Messages
JOIN OUR NEW NP PERKS CLUB by tex-
ting "HEALTH" to 24104 to receive special
discounts, updates, prizes and much more!
Standard text message rates apply.
Cancer Support Group
For those with cancer, or their loved ones.
For more information call 364-5686.
The Courageous Survivors
Support Group
For those with a physical or cognitive disabil-
ity. For information call 364-5203.
Diabetes Support Group
For more information call 364-5137.
Lymphedema Support Group
For more info. call 364-5173.
Ostomy Support Group
Meets second Monday of each month at 1
p.m. at the hospital. For more information call
363-5705.