Benton County Healthcare Coalition
Health Education & Resource Directory
This WEBSITE, and the information contained, is intended as a source of general information and community education and is NOT intended to provide actual medical, legal or social advice to you on any specific problem or issue. It is NOT a substitute for professional advice. The information provided on this website is presented to the best of the knowledge by the providers listed but you should always check in advance with the provider to determine whether a particular support or educational service is still provided and verify the place, time and nature of the service provided.
Abuse
Child Abuse - Support of Victim
Provider: Child Safe of Central MO Inc.
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Coordinate a multidisciplinary team approach to child sexual abuse investigations: Videotaped forensic interviews of alleged child abuse victims, conducted in a child-friendly environment by a specially trained interviewer; child advocacy; SAFE-CARE medical exams on-site. On-site counseling services are also currently available until the end of 2010.
Also provide community education concerning child abuse; mandated reporter training
Services available to: Alleged child abuse victims.
Community education regarding prevention and information on child sexual abuse to groups – no limit on number
Mandated Reporter training available to groups
When: Interview services available only upon referral from Children’s Division or law enforcement. Monday-Friday 8-5 with emergency hours available as needed. Medical SAFE-CARE exams available by appointment – no emergency services for medical exams.
Location of service/presentation: In-house services provided at 102 E. 10th, Sedalia, MO for 11 mid-Missouri counties, including Benton County.
Will go to group location for community education.
Estimated Cost: All services are provided free of charge, including SAFE-CARE medical exams.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Referrals for forensic interview of alleged child abuse victim must come from Children’s Division or law enforcement. There must be a child abuse/neglect hotline or law enforcement report.
Child Safe of Central MO Inc.
102 E. 10th
Sedalia, MO 65301
660-829-3434
Toll Free: 888-829-3434
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Abuse
Domestic Abuse
Provider: Place at the Lake
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Domestic Violence Crisis Hotline: 1-866-374-9044
This organization coordinates shelter for victims of domestic abuse and has a support group.
To help victims of domestic abuse, they operate PAL’s Treasures, a thrift shop at 201 Main Street in Lincoln.
Services available to: Individuals and families
When: As needed
Location of service/presentation: Benton County
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Phone: 660-547-2611 Office and PAL’s Treasures Thrift Shop, 201 Main St. Lincoln, MO.
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Domestic Abuse
Provider: Benton County Victims’ Advocate
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Assistance for persons who have been the victim of crime including:
- Assistance filing for ex-parte orders
- Information about the criminal justice system
- Support and advocacy during court proceedings
- Restitution information and assistance
- Referrals to other agencies
- Probation and parole information
Services available to: Victims of crime
When: As needed
Location of service/presentation: Benton County Court House Annex on the square in Warsaw, 100 W. Washington
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Nancy Leonard, Benton County Victims’ Advocate 660-438-5209, Benton County Court House Annex, 100 W. Washington, PO Box 937, Warsaw, MO 65355.
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Addiction
Alcoholism—Support Groups
Provider: Alcoholics Anonymous
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Group support to help individuals get sober and stay sober.
Services available to: Individuals in a group setting
When : See below.
Location of service/presentation: Coach House Apartments, 604 West Jackson Street, Apartment 12, Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
For additional information, call Rex at 660-438-2078 or Carol at 660-438-9026.
Meeting Schedule: As of June 2010
There are two groups. They meet in the same location. One is the Dirty Dozen and the other is the Truman Dam Group
Sunday: 10:00 AM-Closed, Spiritual (3rd Step)
6:00 PM-Open AA Discussion, Truman Dam Group
Truman Dam Birthday Last Sunday of Month,
6:00 PM Potluck, 7:00 PM Speaker Meeting
Monday: 10:00AM-Closed, Discussion, Truman Dam Group
Tuesday: 7:00 PM-Closed AA-Big Book/Step Study, Truman Dam Group
Wednesday: 10:00AM-Closed AA-“As Bill Sees It”, Discussion, Truman Dam Group
8:00PM-Closed AA-Discussion, Dirty Dozen
Thursday: 10:00AM Non-smoking-Closed, AA Truman Dam Group
7:00PM-Closed AA, Discussion, Truman Dam Group
Friday: 10:00 AM, Closed AA, Discussion, Non-smoking, Truman Dam Group
Saturday: 10:00AM, Closed AA, Discussion, Truman Dam Group
Saturday: 8:00 PM,Open AA, Discussion, Dirty Dozen
Dirty Dozen Birthday Last Saturday of the month, 7:00 PM potluck,
8:00 PM Speaker Meeting
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Alcoholism Support for family and friends
Provider: Al-Anon and Alateen
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Support group to help all who have been affected by someone else’s drinking can find solutions that lead to serenity.
Services available to: Individuals in a group setting
When: Every Thursday at 7 PM
Location of service/presentation: 604 W. Jackson Street, Room 12 of the Coach House Apartments, Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service
For information, call Pat 660-438-2078, Renee’ 660-438-4565, Shirley 660-477-3337.
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Alcohol Addiction--Treatment
Provider: Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Pathways provides alcohol treatment on an outpatient basis.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups
When: By appointment or check with the receptionist to learn about available groups
Location of service/presentation: Pathways Warsaw Office located in the J&D Pharmacy Building, 1330 Commercial, Warsaw, MO 65355
Estimated Cost: Varies by service/program
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Pathways Warsaw Office
1330 Commercial
Warsaw, MO 65355
660.428.1280
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Drug Addiction - Support Groups
Provider: Narcotics Anonymous
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Support group to help individuals stop using drugs.
Services available to: Individuals in a group setting
When: Mondays, 7:00 PM Closed meeting; Friday, 7:00 PM Open meeting
Location of service/presentation: 604 W. Jackson, Coach Apartments, Room #12, Ground Floor, Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Visit our meeting.
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Drug Addiction - Treatment
Provider: Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Pathways provides drug treatment on an outpatient basis.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups
When: By appointment or check with the receptionist to learn about available groups
Location of service/presentation: Pathways Warsaw Office located in the J&D Pharmacy Building, 1330 Commercial, Warsaw, MO 65355
Estimated Cost: Varies by service/program
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Pathways Warsaw Office
1330 Commercial
Warsaw, MO 65355
660.428.1280
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Smoking Addiction - Cessation
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
FREEDOM FROM SMOKING
Smokers who are ready to kick the habit can find the support and resources they need to be successful through our smoking cessation course. We follow the American Lung Association’s eight-session “Freedom from Smoking” program.
During the first three sessions, participants prepare a plan for quitting. The fourth session is “quit day,” and sessions five through eight are about maintaining a smoke-free life. Each session features activities and assignments that provide participants with the tools to quit smoking. The process includes both individual and group work.
Sessions are offered on a periodic basis throughout the year. The cost is $45 per person. Call Community Outreach at (660) 827-9138 for more information.
Services available to: Individuals
When: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, call for session dates
Location of service/presentation: In the Bothwell Regional Health Center Education Center building, at the corner of 14th and Ingram in Sedalia, MO
Estimated Cost: $45
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Community Outreach
660-827-9138
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601 E. 14th Street, Sedalia, MO 65301
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Provider: Katy Trail Community Health
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Katy Trail Community Health Clinic has a new program that can help you quit smoking.
Maybe you have tried to quit smoking before. No matter how many times you have tried, this time can be different with our new program to help you quit. We are now providing Auricular Therapy to help our patients quit smoking.
What is Auricular Therapy? Auricular Therapy is FDA approved safe, helpful treatment of the nerves on the ears.
Scientists from UCLA studied this method in the early 1950’s and found that smokers lost their desire to smoke.
Your Katy Trail Provider may use this method with drugs to help you quit. Call your Katy Trail Community Health Clinic and make an appointment with your provider to see how this program can work for you.
Services available to: Individuals
When: By Appointment
Location of service/presentation: 1330 Commercial Street in the J & D Pharmacy Building, Warsaw
Estimated Cost: $25 per session
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Katy Trail Community Health Clinic
1-877-733-5824
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AIDS - Support Groups
Provider: Twin Lakes Hospice, sponsored by GVMH
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Support for persons with AIDS
Services available to: Individuals in a group setting
When: 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm
Location of service/presentation: Twin Lakes Hospice, 725 East Ohio Street, Clinton, MO 64735
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
660-890-2014
http://www.twinlakeshospice.com/
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Alzheimer’s Disease
Information
Provider: Ms. Judy Harris, Alzheimer’s Association
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Association representative, Ms. Judy Harris has personal experience with the family challenges brought by Alzheimer’s Disease. She has led support groups and presented classes on the subject. Call her if you need help or information.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups
When : As needed
Location of service/presentation: Benton County and area
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
www.alz.org Call Judy Harris at 660-668-4432.
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Provider: Ranae Walrath, sponsored by Golden Valley Memorial Hospital
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Support for families effected by Alzheimer Disease
Services available to: Individuals in a group setting
When: 2nd Thursday of the month at 10:00 am
Location of service/presentation: Ben Franklin Coffee House on Downtown Square, 106 South Main Street, Clinton, MO
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Ranae Walrath
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Arthritis
Exercise Programs for Arthritis
Provider: Care Connection for Aging Services
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: A variety of evidence-based group physical fitness programs are offered through the local senior centers.
Enhance Fitness – offered at Cole Camp Senior Center is intended to provide physical activity with class including specific strengthening exercises for major muscle groups and 30 minutes of endurance-type activity
P.A.C.E. Plus (a combination of Arthritis Foundation Exercise program and a Matter of Balance) offered at Warsaw Senior Center; Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program – designed to help individuals with joint and/or muscle problems improve their joint mobility, muscle strength and endurance offered at Warsaw Christian Church, Lincoln City Hall and Mack’s Camp area.
Tai Chi for Health designed to improve flexibility, muscle strength, posture alignment, and balance offered at both Cole Camp and Warsaw Senior Centers.
Arm Chair Physical Fitness Program is offered at Cole Camp Senior Center.
Services available to: Individuals in a group setting
When: Days and Times vary
Location of service/presentation: Cole Camp and Warsaw Senior Centers, Warsaw Christian Church, Lincoln City Hall, Macks Camp area
Estimated Cost: $2 suggested donation per session or specific amount for group of classes. Generally not covered by insurance.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Local Senior Center Coordinator—Warsaw 660-438-3300, Cole Camp 660-668-2352
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Exercise Programs for Arthritis
Providers:
University of Missouri Extension
Missouri Arthritis & Osteoporosis Foundation
MU School of Health Professions
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Program Name: Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Program Description: Uses gentle activities to help increase joint flexibility and range- of-motion. All of the exercises can be modified to meet participants’ needs. Trained instructors also include relaxation techniques and health education topics. Classes typically meet for 1 hour 2 -3 times per week.
Services available to: Groups of not less than 5
When:
Classes held minimum of 2 times per year and usually scheduled upon request.
Interested participants can contact the Pettis County MU Extension office for more information or to sign-up for classes.
Sign-up sheet kept at office. Classes scheduled once minimum participant quota met.
Classes are also available for worksites, community groups, agencies and/or organizations.
Location of service/presentation:
MU Extension-Pettis Co. Office OR
Host site/facility
Estimated Cost: $5.00
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance?
No, however scholarship assistance is available for those who qualify.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
University of Missouri Extension
Pettis County
1012-A Thompson Blvd.
Sedalia, MO 65301
Ph: (660) 827-0591
Informational flyer available upon request
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Arthritis/Rheumatic Conditions Management
Providers:
University of Missouri Extension
Arthritis Foundation
Missouri Arthritis & Osteoporosis Program
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Program Name: Arthritis Self-Help Program
Program Description: Helps people learn and practice the skills needed to handle the day to day challenges of the disease and the confidence to carry it out. It addresses arthritis and other related conditions, including osteoporosis and fibromyalgia. Classes meet for 2 hours, once a week for 6 weeks.
Services available to: Groups of not less than 5
When:
Classes held periodically throughout the year.
Interested participants can contact their Regional Arthritis Center (RAC). RAC information located at http://www.moarthritis.org/.
Location of service/presentation: Various locations/sites.
Estimated Cost: Less than $10 OR Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Amber Phelps
Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center
MU - School of Health Professions
1205 University Ave, Ste 1100
Columbia, MO 65211
Phone: (573) 882-8097
Fax: (573) 884-5412
www.moarthritis.org
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Providers:
Care Connection--Senior Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Toolkit includes the basic building blocks needed to create a personal approach to managing arthritis and related conditions, including osteoporosis and fibromyalgia, at home. The toolkit includes The Arthritis Helpbook, exercise & relaxation CDs, and information packets that encourage goal-setting & action-planning. The toolkits can be checked out for 6 weeks.
Services available to: Individuals
When Through checkout process
Location of service/presentation: Care Connection for Aging Services – Benton County
Estimated Cost free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Cole Camp Senior Center, 206 Junge Street, Cole Camp, MO 65325, 660-668-2352
Warsaw Senior Center, 920 Gunstock, Warsaw, MO 65355, 660-438-3300
Provider: Care Connection--Senior Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity Toolkit for arthritis. See below for the fibromyalgia toolkit. This toolkit, in booklet form, is distributed through a partnership with the American Pain Foundation. Articles included in the toolkit include basic information about fibromyalgia, easing depression and anxiety, living well with fibromyalgia, and tips for finding experts and talking with health care providers.
Services available to: Individuals
When: Through check-out process
Location of service/presentation: Care Connection for Aging Services Senior Centers
Estimated Cost free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Cole Camp Senior Center, 206 Junge Street, Cole Camp, MO 65325, 660-668-2352
Warsaw Senior Center, 920 Gunstock, Warsaw, MO 65355, 660-438-3300
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University of Missouri Extension
Arthritis Foundation
Missouri Arthritis & Osteoporosis Program
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Program/Resource Name: Arthritis Toolkit
Program/Resource Description: Toolkit includes the basic building blocks needed to create a personal approach to managing arthritis and related conditions, including osteoporosis and fibromyalgia, at home. The toolkit includes The Arthritis Helpbook, exercise & relaxation CDs, and information packets that encourage goal-setting & action-planning. The toolkits can be checked out for 6 weeks.
Services available to: Individuals
When: Through checkout process.
Location of service/resource/presentation:
MU Extension – Pettis County
Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Informational flyer available upon request
Amber Phelps
Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center
MU - School of Health Professions
1205 University Ave, Ste 1100
Columbia, MO 65211
Phone: (573) 882-8097
Fax: (573) 884-5412
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Cancer—Financial Support
Provider: Benton County Cancer Fund
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Limited financial assistance for Benton County residents who have been diagnosed with cancer. Complete a short registration form certified by your doctor and submit bills for mileage, housing, meals, medicine, equipment, wigs, nutritional supplements and supplies.
Services available to: Benton County residents diagnosed with cancer
When: As requested
Location of service/presentation:
Registration forms available at the Benton County Health Department, 1238 Commercial Street, Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Contact: June Walthall 660-438-5753 or Myra Reser 660-547-3685
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Cancer—Services
Provider: American Cancer Society
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
An American Cancer Society Community Representative conducts ACS Days in the lobby of Bothwell Health Center -Truman Lake from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Tuesday. An ACS representative also visits Bothwell's Cancer Center Lobby in Sedalia from 9 to 11 a.m. every other Wednesday. Patients can be screened for eligibility for travel assistance (ACS gas cards), wigs, nutritional supplements, disease specific support groups, etc.
Services available to: Individuals
When: Bothwell Health Center – Truman Lake 10 AM-4 PM Tuesdays
Bothwell Cancer Center Lobby, Sedalia 9-11 AM alternating Wednesdays
Location of service/presentation: Warsaw and Sedalia, see above
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Walk-in services available as noted above.
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Cancer—Support Groups
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Look Good, Feel Better: American Cancer Society (ACS)
Four cosmetology, hair, skin and nail experts are trained to assist cancer patients in looking and feeling better while undergoing treatment with chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Women will also learn ways to disguise hair loss with wigs, scarves and other accessories. The program is offered free of charge. Sessions are from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Bothwell Regional Cancer Center.
Advance registration is required. To register for Look Good, Feel Better, call (573) 635-4839 or 1-800-635-9194. For a schedule of Look Good, Feel Better sessions, see our Events page at www.brhc.org.
Services available to: Individuals and families
When: 5 to 7 p.m. See Events page at www.brhc.org for upcoming dates
Location of service/presentation: Susan O'Brien Fischer Cancer Center, 601 E. 14th St., Sedalia
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: To register for Look Good, Feel Better, call (573) 635-4839 or 1-800-635-9194. For a schedule of Look Good, Feel Better sessions, see our Events page at www.brhc.org.
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Cancer—Support Groups
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital Social Work
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Support for Cancer Patients
Services available to: Individuals in a group setting
When: 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm
Location of service/presentation: GVMH Classrooms – Ground floor of hospital. Take the elevator to ground floor and go left when you get off. Follow hallway until you see double doors. Classrooms are to the right BEFORE the double doors.
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Facilitated by GVMH Social Work
Sherry Hartner, RN and Gayle Hunt, Social Work
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660-890-7297
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Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) & Automated External Defibrillator (AED)—Training Classes
Provider: Benton County Health Department
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Training classes for CPR, First Aid, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for the general public. Basic Life Support Instructor (BLS) for healthcare providers.
Services available to: Groups
When: By appointment-- two-six hours depending on class
Location of service/presentation: Varies
Estimated Cost: Varies
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Marva Welborn 660-438-2876 extension 212
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Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid & Automated External Defibrillator (AED)—Training Classes
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
You may not be a medical professional, but you may one day have an opportunity to help save a life by knowing CPR. Several times during the year, Bothwell offers a half-day course to teach participants how to provide CPR to an adult, child or infant and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) for adults and children. Participants also may add an optional half-day course on first aid for adults and children. Typical participants in these classes include corporate and retail employees, security, law enforcement, health and fitness staff, parents and grandparents. Special classes can be arranged for large groups.
The credentialed course curriculum is provided by the American Heart Association and includes a skills test. CPR and AED completion cards are presented. The course does not meet the special requirements for health-care provider certification.
The cost is $35 per person for either CPR or First Aid, or $50 per person to take both classes. Class sizes are limited and require registration. For more information or to find out class dates, e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (660) 827-9138.
Services available to: Individuals or groups
When: Periodically as indicated by registration
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Education Center, 14th Street and South Ingram Avenue, Sedalia
Estimated Cost: $35 per person for either CPR or First Aid, or $50 per person to take both classes.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: Community Outreach Coordinator Sarah Nail, (660) 827-9138, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Cardio (Heart)—Rehabilitation Services
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Cardiac Rehabilitation is a four-phase, medically supervised exercise therapy program designed to help people with heart disease to return to a productive life by improving their health through physical activity.
The Cardiac Rehab program uses a multi-disciplinary approach of structured, progressive physical activity administered by trained therapists. Program participants and their families are educated about recognizing, preventing and treating cardiovascular disease.
Special emphasis is placed on modifying risk factors and recovering from the physical and psycho-social aspects of heart disease.
The outpatient cardiac rehabilitation is for patients who have been diagnosed with heart disease, which includes those who have suffered a heart attack or had heart surgeries. One phase of the program is applicable to those with cardiovascular risk factors, but who haven’t necessarily been diagnosed with a heart disease, including spouses of patients.
Services available to: Individuals
When: By appointment
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia
Estimated Cost: Many cardiac rehabilitation services are covered by most insurance packages including Medicare/Medicaid, depending on the clinical diagnosis. Pre-approval is required by some insurance providers.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: For more information contact Cardiac Rehabilitation at (660) 827-9556.
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Cardio (Heart)—Rehabilitation Services
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Provides supervised outpatient exercise program for individuals with known cardiac disease or chronic lung disorders.
Services available to: Individuals
When: By appointment
Location of service/presentation: Golden Valley Memorial Rehab & Wellness in Clinton and Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Costs vary
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Must be referred by physician. For information call 660-438-5193.
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Child and Family-Related Topics
Baby Sitter Training
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Program: Safe Sitter
If your child is ready to enter the world of babysitting, make sure he or she is fully prepared by attending our Safe Sitter Program. Our comprehensive one-day course will help young people be safer, more confident caregivers and give them the resources they need to succeed.
New babysitters will learn about how to handle crises, keep their charges secure and nurture young children. Students learn about injury management, childcare essentials, injury prevention, behavior management, the business of babysitting and how to care for a choking child or infant. Course materials are designed for children ages 11 to 13.
Class sizes are limited. They fill quickly.
Services available to: Groups ages 11-13
When: periodically as indicated by registration
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Education Center, 14th Street and South Ingram Avenue, Sedalia
Estimated Cost: $35. Fees must be received at least one week prior to the class date.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: Community Outreach Coordinator Sarah Nail, (660) 827-9138, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Program: Safe Sitter
Becoming a Safe Sitter® means you'll gain confidence and learn how to handle situations that may happen on the job. This knowledge will help you in the future too!
How, why and where injuries happen so you can prevent them from happening in the first place.
How to decide how serious a problem is if someone is injured.
How to get help if you need it.
How to keep yourself safe when babysitting.
How a child's age affects how to care for them.
How to prevent problem behavior.
How to rescue a choking infant or child.
How to run your babysitting business
Services available to: Groups ages 11-13
When: Two summer classes to choose from. Call for information.
Location of service/presentation: Golden Valley Memorial Health care offers classes at the Clinton Community Center.
Estimated Cost: $35. Due at time of registration. Scholarships available.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: GVMH Marketing & PR Coordinator, Kelly Lasswell, (660) 890-8451, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Breastfeeding Class
Provider: Sylvia Bartlett, Golden Valley Memorial Hospital Birthing Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: This is a one-one-one private class with an educated OB Nurse. Discussion includes tips on successful breastfeeding and a time to ask questions.
Services available to: Patients of Golden Valley Memorial Hospital. Must be scheduled one-on-one
When: Call to schedule.
Location of service/presentation: GVMH Birthing Center
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Sylvia Bartlett, GVMH Birthing Center
1600 N. Second Street
Clinton, MO 64735
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660-890-7361
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Childbirth and Newborn Education
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
From labor and delivery to caring for a newborn, breastfeeding and infant safety, Bothwell Regional Health Center educates parents on what to expect. Our three separate classes are designed to provide the information you need to get off to a good start with your newborn. Classes are free, but preregistration is required.
Each class is taught by a nurse specially trained in pregnancy, labor, childbirth and parenting skills. Labor & the Birthday Party should be taken first. Taking Care of Your Newborn and Breastfeeding or Just Thinking About It can be taken in any order.
Classes are held in the Bothwell Education Center on the southeast corner of 14th and Ingram. Participants should dress comfortably and casually.
To enroll for classes, please print and complete the registration form, and mail as directed. You also may e-mail your information to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (660) 827-9138. Class sizes are limited, so early registration is encouraged.
Services available to: Individuals and Expectant Couples
Class Schedule/Description
Labor and the Birthday Party (6:30 p.m., 2-day session)
These classes are an overview of labor, delivery and post partum. Learn what to expect emotionally and medically. Find out about medical interventions such as induction of labor and cesarean births. We also will discuss interventions to reduce the pain associated with labor, including relaxation and breathing techniques, as well as medical remedies. Bring pillows for mom and coach for both sessions. 2 classes (start time: 6:30 p.m., est. duration: 2.5 hours)
2013 Class Dates
March 5, 7
April 1, 3
June 4, 6
July 8, 10
August 6, 8
October 7, 9
November 5, 7
2013 Weekend Classes: (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Must have at least three moms registered
February 9
May 4
September 14
Taking Care of Your Newborn
Learn how to take care of your newborn baby. We will cover such topics as bathing, what to expect during the first weeks at home, car seat safety and infant CPR. 1 class (start time: 7 p.m., est. duration: 2 hours)
2013 Class Dates
February 21
March 21
April 18
May 16
June 20
July 25
August 21
September 19
October 19
November 14
Breast Feeding or Thinking About It
This class is perfect if you plan to breast feed or are still thinking about it. Successful breast feeding techniques will be discussed, and questions will be answered. 1 class (start time: 7 p.m., est. duration: 2 hours)
2013 Class Dates
February 26
March 26
April 23
May 28
June 25
July 30
August 26
September 23
October 22
November 19
Location of service/presentation: Classes are held in the Bothwell Education Center at 14th Street and South Ingram Avenue, Sedalia.
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (660) 827-9138.
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Childbirth and Newborn Education
Provider: Golden Valley Medical Health (GVMH) Birthing Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Classes to teach new parents about stages of pregnancy, handling labor and delivery, pain management, postpartum care and care of the newborn.
Services available to: Pregnant parents.
When: Scheduled bi-monthly
Location of service/presentation: GVMH Medical Plaza in Clinton
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
GVMH Birthing Center at 660-890-7371.
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Infant and Pregnancy Loss Support Group
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Share Infant and Pregnancy Loss Support Group: Share serves those whose lives are touched by the tragic death of a baby through pregnancy loss, stillbirth or in the first months of life. The purpose is to provide support toward positive resolution of grief experienced at the time of, or following the death of a baby. Support encompasses emotional, physical, spiritual and social healing, as well as sustaining the family unit. The group will provide information, education and resources on the needs and rights of the bereaved parents and siblings.
Services available to: anyone who has suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, regardless of how long ago or where.
When: First Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
Location of service/presentation: Medical Plaza Classroom-2nd Floor in Clinton.
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Facilitated by:
Kelsey Himes
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660-890-8452
Nutrition
Provider: Sherry Loudermilk-Collins MS,RD,LD, CDE
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Includes a one-hour session with a registered dietitian who is also a certified diabetes educator. A medical and diet history will be obtained and nutritional requirements and needs will be determined. A meal plan will be developed and instructions for implementation will be offered. Follow-up sessions are scheduled as needed and last approximately 30 minutes.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups of not less than 2
When: By appointment the second Thursday of each month. Physician referral required.
Location of service/presentation: Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, Warsaw Clinic, Rehabilitation Services Department
Estimated Cost: Diet consultation 1-hour session $64
MNT/Diabetes services 1-hour session $186
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Must be pre-certified through insurance company.
This service is covered by Medicare for diabetes and renal disease. Some scholarships are available.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Marci Fandrich, Foods and Nutrition Dept., Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare,
1600 N. Second Street, Clinton, MO 64735, 660-890-7095, FAX: 660-885-3679, Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Nutrition
Provider: WIC-- Women, Infants and Children Program
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
This program provides supplemental nutritious foods and nutrition counseling for eligible pregnant and nursing women, infants and children to age five.
Services available to: Eligible individuals
When: By appointment Tuesday-Thursday in Warsaw and the first Tuesday of the month in Cole Camp.
Location of service/presentation: In Warsaw at the Benton County Health Dept. 1238 Commercial St. and in Cole Camp at the Health Dept. office at the junction of Hwy 52 and Hwy B.
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Jeanine Lear, 660-438-2876 extension 215 at the Benton County Health Dept. 1238 Commercial Street, Warsaw.
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Parenting
Provider: University of Missouri Extension
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Program Name: Focus on Kids
Program Description: Understand the importance of consistent and supportive
involvement by both parents. Recognize children’s needs & reactions to family change
Learn about specific behaviors that are helpful in co-parenting situations and behaviors
that are less effective. Obtain information about additional resources
Services available to:
Groups of not less than 5
When: Classes held monthly. Pettis County Extension holds classes the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Pre-registration required.
Location of service/presentation:
MU Extension-Pettis Co. Office
Other county MU Extension offices
Estimated Cost: $35
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
University of Missouri Extension
Pettis County
1012-A Thompson Blvd.
Sedalia, MO 65301
Ph: (660) 827-0591
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Weight Control Resource Directory for Children
Provider: Taskforce to Reduce Obesity, Benton County Health Department
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Online listing of internet resources, Benton County organizations that provide recreational activities, Benton County recreational locations and facilities, and support from healthcare providers. There is also a limited supply of printed resource directory packets available.
Services available to: All
When: Any time
Location of service/presentation: At the Benton County Health Department, 1238 Commercial Street, Warsaw and on our website: http://benton.lphamo.org/. Go to the resources section. There is a limited supply of resource directory packets.
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Benton County Health Department, 1238 Commercial Street, Warsaw and internet access through the Benton County Health Department website: http://benton.lphamo.org/ Go to the resources section.
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Chronic Disease (Any)—Self Management
Provider: Benton County Health Department, Home Health Division
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Information for homebound individuals who are newly diagnosed or who have developed complications of a chronic disease. This information will promote self-management skills for the patient. They will learn about their condition and develop skills to help them become independent in their home. Training may include assistance from a licensed nurse, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist and home health aides.
Services available to: Individuals who are homebound and their caregivers. A doctor’s order is required.
When: As needed
Location of service/presentation: In the person’s home
Estimated Cost: $95 per visit
If there is a cost, is it usually covered by health insurance? Yes, it is covered by Medicare, Medicaid and some private insurance companies.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: Benton County Health Department, Home Health Division, 660-438-2876
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Provider: Care Connection—Senior Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Designed to promote self management of chronic diseases among participants. The classes meet for two hours each week for 6 weeks and are led by two trained, certified leaders. Participants learn self-management techniques throughout the classes. Topics covered include pain management, nutrition, exercise, relaxation and stress management, problem solving and action plans.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups of not less than 5.
When: Periodically as indicated by registration
Location of service/presentation: Sites vary – sponsored through local senior center.
Estimated Cost: $20
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Local Senior Center Coordinator—Warsaw 438-3300 or Cole Camp 668-2352
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Chronic Disease Self Management
Providers:
University of Missouri Extension
Arthritis Foundation
Missouri Arthritis & Osteoporosis Program
Pettis County Health Center
Program Name: Chronic Disease Self-Management
Program Description: teaches skills to manage common problems related to having a chronic condition such as arthritis, diabetes, lung disease, and heart disease but is useful for managing a variety of chronic diseases. Classes meet 2 1/2 hours, once a week for 6 weeks.
Services available to: Groups of not less than 5
When:
Classes held periodically throughout the year (minimum of 2 times each year).
Interested participants can contact their Regional Arthritis Center (RAC). RAC information located at http://www.moarthritis.org/ or the Pettis County MU Extension office at (660) 827-0591. Can also e-mail Jennifer Taber at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information or to sign-up for classes.
Sign-up sheet kept at MU Extension office. Classes scheduled once minimum participant quota met.
Location of service/presentation:
MU Extension-Pettis Co. Office
Pettis County Health Center
Host site/facility
Estimated Cost: Less than $10 (or free)
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Informational flyer available upon request
Amber Phelps
Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center
MU - School of Health Professions
1205 University Ave, Ste 1100, Columbia, MO 65211,Phone: (573) 882-8097 ,Fax: (573) 884-5412
www.moarthritis.org
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Provider: Katy Trail Community Health
The purpose of Katy Trail Community Health Dental is to decrease the existing dental disease burden in the target population and prevent disease from starting in the youngest members of the population. Treatment services that take care of pain or prevent disease are given higher priority than services that correct damage caused by disease. The dentists at Katy Trail Community Health strive to provide outstanding full range of dental care with a focus on understanding children. We accept all MO Healthnet programs for children and pregnant women.
Dental program services include:
- Pediatric Dentistry, starting at 6 months old
- Oral Hygiene
- Urgent Dental Care
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Depression—Treatment
Provider: Katy Trail Community Health
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Counseling and medication management for acute depression and referral for chronic serious depression.
Services available to: Established patients who have been referred by a KTCH health care provider
When: By Appointment
Location of service/presentation: 1330 Commercial Street located in the J & D Pharmacy Building, Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Sliding fee for uninsured: $25, $35, $45 per appointment.
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Call 1-877-733-5824
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Depression—Treatment
Provider: Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Pathways provides comprehensive mental health services including individual and group counseling on an outpatient basis. Suicide prevention training is available for groups.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups
When: by appointment or check with the receptionist to learn about available groups
Location of service/presentation: Pathways Warsaw Office located in the J&D Pharmacy Building, 1330 Commercial, Warsaw, MO 65355
Estimated Cost: Varies by service/program
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Pathways Warsaw Office
1330 Commercial
Warsaw, MO 65355
660.428.1280
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Diabetes—Education
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Bothwell Regional Health Center’s Diabetes Education Program provides individuals with diabetes the skills and knowledge needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle and reduce the risk of long-term complications. The Bothwell Regional Health Center Diabetes Self Education Program has been recognized by the American Diabetes Association for Quality Self-Management Education.
Our Diabetes Education Program offers a variety of services provided by certified diabetes instructors. Services include individual sessions and group classes, nutrition therapy, blood glucose monitoring, insulin and insulin pump training, continuous glucose monitoring and gestational diabetes education.
Topics covered in our comprehensive program include medication, nutrition, physical activity, monitoring and complications.
A Diabetes Support Group meets to provide information and support to diabetic patients and family members. The support group is offered free of charge at 11:00 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at the Bothwell Education Center, 600 E. 14th St., (corner of 14th and Ingram) in Sedalia.
Services available to: Individuals and groups
When: By appointment
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Health Center — Truman Lake, Warsaw and Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia
Estimated Cost: Medicare and most insurance plans cover the services with your physician’s referral. Contact Bothwell’s Diabetes Education program for assistance in obtaining a referral.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: (660)827-9334
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Diabetes - Education
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial HealthCare
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
The GVMH Diabetes Program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association. The program offers both individual and group sessions. Patients will meet with both a Registered Nurse and Registered Dietitian, which are both Certified Diabetes Educators (CDE). The program also offers a Gestational Diabetes Program. Insulin Pump initiation and a Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (CGMS) is also available
Services available to: Individuals or Groups of not less than 2
When: Registered Nurse: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Registered Dietitian: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The dietitian does see patients at the GVMH Warsaw Clinic on the 2nd Thursday of the month.
Location of service/presentation:
Golden Valley Memorial HealthCare – Clinton, MO 64735
Estimated Cost: Group Classes (8.5 hours) $950 approximate
Individual Visit (1 hour) with Nurse $122 approximate
Individual Visit (1 hour) with Dietitian $186 approximate
Scholarships are available for patients and GVMH does offer financial assistance. Most insurance companies cover 80% of the cost
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Jamie Ketterman Marci Fandrich
Diabetes Services Coordinator Diabetes Services Scheduler
1600 N. Second Street 1600 N. Second Street
Clinton, MO 64735 Clinton, MO 64735
660-885-2253, Ext 6081 660-890-7084
Fax: 660-885-3679 Fax: 660-885-3679
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Diabetes - Nutrition
Provider: Sherry Loudermilk-Collins MS,RD,LD, CDE
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Includes a one-hour session with a registered dietitian who is also a certified diabetes educator. A medical and diet history will be obtained and nutritional requirements and needs will be determined. A meal plan will be developed and instructions for implementation will be offered. Follow-up sessions are scheduled as needed and last approximately 30 minutes.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups of not less than 2
When: By appointment the second Thursday of each month. Physician referral required.
Location of service/presentation: Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, Warsaw Clinic, Rehabilitation Services Department
Estimated Cost: Diet consultation 1-hour session $64
MNT/Diabetes services 1-hour session $186
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Must be pre-certified through insurance company.
This service is covered by Medicare for diabetes and renal disease. Some scholarships are available.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Marci Fandrich, Foods and Nutrition Dept., Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare,
1600 N. Second Street, Clinton, MO 64735, 660-890-7095, FAX: 660-885-3679, Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Diabetes Management
Provider: Katy Trail Community Health
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Diabetes management
Services available to: Individuals
When: By Appointment
Location of service/presentation: 1330 Commercial Street in the J & D Pharmacy building, Warsaw
Estimated Cost: $25, $35, $45 per appointment for those who qualify for the Sliding Fee Scale.
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Call 1-877-733-5824
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Diabetes—Support Group
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: All people with diabetes and their family members are invited to attend the Diabetes Support Group at no cost. The purpose of the group is to provide support to individuals and their families who have diabetes in an environment where they can share their feelings and gain valuable tips from others who are in the same situation.
Studies show that attending a diabetes support group can help reduce stress and have a positive effect on the health of those with diabetes. Information on a variety of topics related to diabetes is provided to help individuals better manage their condition.
Services available to: Individuals
When: 11:00 a.m. on the third Tuesday of each month
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Education Center, 600 E. 14th St., Sedalia
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
For more information contact the Diabetes Education Department at
(660) 827-9334.
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Diabetes - Support Group
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Support group
Services available to: Individuals with diabetes and caregivers.
When: 2nd Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. in Clinton
2nd Tuesday of every other month at 10:30 a.m. in Windsor
Location of service/presentation: GVMH Medical Plaza in Clinton
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Call GVMH Diabetes Services. 660-890-7084.
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Arthritis, Children’s Health, Cholesterol, Colon cancer, H1N1 Flu, Hip Fractures, Hypertension, Hospice Care, Incontinence, Menopause, Sports Injuries, and Women’s Health.
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Podcast are available online at www.gvmh.org.
Services available to: Individuals
When: Podcast can be accessed at anytime online or downloaded to an MP3 player.
Location of service/presentation: Online
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: www.gvmh.org
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Grief Support Group & Seminar Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
To educate people about the grieving process.
To bring people together to share and help each other grieve after the loss of a loved one.
To emphasize that each person’s grief is individual, no two people grieve exactly alike, and that grieving is a lengthy process that takes longer than is generally recognized by society.
The goal of healing a loss is to remember the person you love without the constant overwhelming pain of the loss.
When: 6:30 p.m.
Spring 2013 Calendar
March 5: Getting Acquainted
March 12: Understanding Grief
March 19: Remembering
March 26: Accepting & Expressing Feelings
April 2: Role Changes
April 9: Stress & Coping
April 16: Anniversaries
April 23: Memorialization
April 30: Support Systems
May 7: Closure & Evaluation
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Education Center, 600 E. 14th St., Sedalia
Estimated Cost: Free
Sarah Nail, Community Outreach, (660) 827-9138
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Lungs, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Rehabilitation
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Our multi-disciplinary professional team help individuals living with chronic lung disease (COPD) regain their strength and reduce the frequency and length of hospital stays through pulmonary rehabilitation.
Patients can enhance their ability to do normal activities of daily living, increase their exercise tolerance and decrease their fear of exercise, develop the ability to cope with shortness of breath and better understand and manage their illness.
Pulmonary rehabilitation is designed for individuals with chronic pulmonary diseases such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary fibrosis, rheumatoid pulmonary disease, severe obesity, lung disease and other conditions.
The program has three phases, with the first beginning upon admittance to the health center. Entrance into the program requires a physician’s order. During Phase I, patients are monitored while performing low-level activities such as range of motion exercise, arm and leg weights, walking and breathing exercises.
Phase II begins after discharge and typically includes three days a week of monitored exercise based on an individualized exercise prescription. The second phase usually lasts eight weeks, but could continue longer.
Phase III starts upon graduation from Phase II and continues for as long as the patient desires. This part of the program allows patients to continue their exercise routine in a monitored environment. Medicare and insurance typically do not cover Phase III. Education is a part of all three phases. Oxygen is also available throughout all stages.
Services available to: Individuals
When: By appointment
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia
Estimated Cost: Phase I and Phase II are usually covered by most insurance packages including Medicare/Medicaid, depending on the clinical diagnosis. Pre-approval is required by some insurance providers. Phase III is usually not covered by insurance.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
For more information, contact (660) 827-9556
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Rehabilitation
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital, Clinton
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Provides supervised outpatient exercise program for individuals with known cardiac disease or chronic lung disorders.
Services available to: Individuals
When: By appointment
Location of service/presentation: Golden Valley Memorial Rehab & Wellness in Clinton and Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Costs vary
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Must be referred by physician. For information call 660-438-5193.
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Mental Health--Treatment
Provider: Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Pathways provides comprehensive mental health services including individual and group counseling on an outpatient basis. Suicide prevention training available for groups.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups
When: by appointment or check with the receptionist to learn about available groups
Location of service/presentation: Pathways Warsaw Office located in the J&D Pharmacy Building, 1330 Commercial, Warsaw, MO 65355
Estimated Cost: Varies by service/program
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Pathways Warsaw Office
1330 Commercial
Warsaw, MO 65355
660.428.1280
Weight Control
Exercise Classes
Provider: Care Connection for Aging Services
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: A variety of evidence-based group physical fitness programs are offered through the local senior centers.
Enhance Fitness – offered at Cole Camp Senior Center is intended to provide physical activity with class including specific strengthening exercises for major muscle groups and 30 minutes of endurance-type activity
P.A.C.E. Plus (a combination of Arthritis Foundation Exercise program and a Matter of Balance) offered at Warsaw Senior Center; Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program – designed to help individuals with joint and/or muscle problems improve their joint mobility, muscle strength and endurance offered at Warsaw Christian Church, Lincoln City Hall and Macks Camp area.
Tai Chi for Health designed to improve flexibility, muscle strength, posture alignment, and balance offered at both Cole Camp and Warsaw Senior Centers; and Arm Chair physical fitness program offered at Cole Camp Senior Center.
Services available to: Individuals in group setting
When: Varies
Location of service/presentation: Cole Camp and Warsaw Senior Centers, Warsaw Christian Church, Lincoln City Hall, Mack’s Camp area
Estimated Cost: $2 suggested donation per session or specific amount for group of classes
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Local Senior Center Coordinator—Warsaw 438-3300, Cole Camp 668-2352
Provider: Care Connection for Aging Services
Program: A Matter of Balance – Falls Prevention
Program Discription: An evidence-based program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. Program is offered in two hour weekly classes over 8 weeks. Participants learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity and make changes to reduce fall risks at home. They learn a group of exercises to increase their strength and balance.
Services available to: Individuals or groups of not less than 5.
When: Periodically as indicated by registration
Location of service/presentation: Sites vary – sponsored through local senior center.
Estimated Cost: $25
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Local Senior Center Coordinator—Warsaw 438-3300, Cole Camp 668-2352
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Exercise Classes
Provider: City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Check with them to see what classes and sports are available and what events are planned.
The following are examples of programs that have been offered: step aerobics, stretching for fitness, martial arts classes, bicycling events, golf events, water aerobics, tennis classes, father and daughter tea, Halloween Party.
Services available to: Groups of children and groups of adults
When: As scheduled
Location of service/presentation: Warsaw Community Building on the Harbor
Estimated Cost: Varies
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Mac Vorce, Director of Parks and Recreation 660-438-2312, Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Nutrition Counseling
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Staff dietitians can help persons of all ages stay healthy and meet their weight loss goals. During the visit, eating and activity habits are evaluated and a meal plan is developed based on the person’s age, height, weight, and activity level. The initial visit usually lasts for one hour and follow-up visits are encouraged to ensure positive results. Most insurance plans do not cover this type of service.
A doctor’s referral is needed.
Services available to: Individuals
When: By appointment.
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Estimated Cost: Fees vary based on length of counseling sessions. Average fee is $60. per session.
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Bothwell Regional Health Center, Sedalia 14th Street and South Ingram Ave.
Clinical dietitians - 660-827-9561
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Weight Counseling
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Hospital
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Staff is certified in Adult, Childhood and Adolescent Weight Management.
The weight-counseling staff will consider these factors when making a plan for an individual: age, medical factors, behavior, nutrition, social factors, physical activity and weight category. In general, the first visit will be 1-2 hours with later visits of about 30 minutes. The visits should be spaced out over a year for best success with 4-6 visits the first year and 2-4 the following years. This schedule varies depending on the individual and family. One-time visits have not been successful.
A doctor’s referral is needed.
Services available to: Individuals
When: By appointment
Location of service/presentation: 1600 N. 2nd, Clinton, MO
Estimated Cost: Varies.
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Golden Valley Memorial Hospital 660-885-5511, 1600 N. 2nd, Clinton, MO
Provider: Sherry Loudermilk-Collins MS,RD,LD, CDE
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Includes a one-hour session with a registered dietitian who is also a certified diabetes educator. A medical and diet history will be obtained and nutritional requirements and needs will be determined. A meal plan will be developed and instructions for implementation will be offered. Follow-up sessions are scheduled as needed and last approximately 30 minutes.
Services available to: Individuals or Groups of not less than 2
When: By appointment the second Thursday of each month. Physician referral required.
Location of service/presentation: Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, Warsaw Clinic, Rehabilitation Services Department
Estimated Cost: Diet consultation 1-hour session $64
MNT/Diabetes services 1-hour session $186
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? Yes
Must be pre-certified through insurance company.
This service is covered by Medicare for diabetes and renal disease. Some scholarships are available.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Marci Fandrich, Foods and Nutrition Dept., Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare,
1600 N. Second Street, Clinton, MO 64735, 660-890-7095, FAX: 660-885-3679, Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Physical Fitness-Personal Trainer
Provider: Golden Valley Memorial Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in the Community Center
Description of services, support, educational opportunity:
There is an exercise physiologist on site who can set up an exercise and/or weight training program and monitor your exercise.
Examples of programs: personal and group training, aquatic personal and group training, health screenings with results in 5 minutes.
No referral needed.
Services available to: Individuals
When: By appointment
Location of service/presentation: Clinton Community Center, Golden Valley Memorial Rehabilitation and Wellness Center
Estimated Cost: Varies. Generally $50 for one-hour session and $175 for 5 one-hour
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Golden Valley Memorial Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in the Community Center of Clinton 660-890-7193.
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Support Groups Requiring Memberships
Provider: TOPS Organization (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Information you can use to lose weight and keep it off.
Encouraging weekly meetings and weigh-ins.
Services available to: Individuals age 8 and over in a group setting
When and Where:
TOPS #MO 0820, Warsaw Christian Church, 320 State Street, Warsaw
Thursdays: 5:30 PM weigh-in, 6:30 PM meeting
TOPS #MO 1089, Assembly of God Church, 703 Elm, Lower Level, Warsaw
Thursdays: 8:00 AM weigh-in, 9:00 AM meeting
TOPS #MO 1114, Lincoln United Methodist Church, 217 W. Main, Lower Level,
Lincoln
Tuesdays: 8:00 AM weigh-in, 8:30 AM meeting
Estimated Cost: Come to your first meeting free and bring a friend.
Annual dues of $26, annual dues for spouse $13 includes 10 TOPS magazines.
Monthly dues of $3-6 depending on local chapter.
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service
Cindy Story, Area Captain, 660-438-7221 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
You are welcome to come to your first meeting free without contacting Cindy.
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Support Groups Requiring Memberships
Provider: Weight Watchers Organization
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Weekly group meetings to learn how to set goals and eat healthy for life!
Program also available online at www.weightwatchers.com
Services available to: Individuals in a group setting and online
When: Thursdays 5:30 for weigh-ins and meetings or online
Location of service/presentation: Warsaw United Methodist Church on the square across from the court house in Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Varies
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No.
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
See website at www.weightwatchers.com.
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Weight Control-Resource Directory
Provider: Taskforce to Reduce Obesity, Benton County Health Department
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Online listing of internet resources, organizations that provide recreational activities, Benton County recreational locations and facilities, and support from healthcare providers. There is also a limited supply of resource directory packets.
Services available to: All
When:
Location of service/presentation: At the Benton County Health Department, 1238 Commercial Street, Warsaw and on our website: http://benton.lphamo.org/. Go to the resources section.
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Benton County Health Department, 1238 Commercial Street, Warsaw and internet access through the Benton County Health Department website: http://benton.lphamo.org/. Go to the resources section.
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Drinking Water Testing - Home Wells
Provider: Benton County Health Dept., Environmental Division
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
To have your well water tested, obtain a test kit from the Benton County Health Dept. Test samples are accepted for testing Monday-Thursday. Water is tested for E-Coli and coliform bacterium and nitrates. The Health Dept. will call with the results within 24 hours.
Services available to: Residents of Benton County
When: Monday-Thursday 8:30-4:30
Location of service/presentation: 1238 Commercial St, Warsaw
Estimated Cost: $20.
If there is a cost, is it generally covered by insurance? No
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Contact the Environmental Division of the Benton County Health Dept.
at 660-438-2876, Tracy at extension 218 or Bruce at extension 217.
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Sanitation--Complaints
Provider: Benton County Health Dept., Environmental Division
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
Complaints concerning cleanliness of the following businesses may be filed with the Health Department and they will be investigated: restaurants, lodging, public swimming pools, daycare facilities. Complaints concerning waste water are also investigated.
Services available to: Residents of Benton County
When: Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30
Location of service/presentation: 1238 Commercial St., Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Contact the Environmental Division of the Benton County Health Dept.
at 660-438-2876, Tracy at extension 218 or Bruce at extension 217.
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Sanitation—Waste Water
Provider: Benton County Health Dept., Environmental Division
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:
All on-site sewage systems, septic systems, require a permit regardless of acreage. Installation must be done by the homeowner or a state licensed, county registered contractor. Maximum fines of $1,250 are imposed for illegal installation.
Services available to: Landowners in Benton County
When: Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30
Location of service/presentation: 1238 Commercial St., Warsaw
Estimated Cost: Residential permit $100, commercial permit $125
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service:
Contact the Environmental Division of the Benton County Health Department
660-438-2876 - Tracy at extension 218 or Bruce at extension 217.
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Stroke
Provider: Bothwell Regional Health Center
Description of service, support, educational opportunity: Sedalia Stroke Survivors support group provides the opportunity for learning and teaching about the causes, physical and psychological effects and the prevention of stroke. The group brings together people who have had a stroke and their families, friends and caregivers for mutual help and support, and allows them to express their achievements, frustrations and difficulties.
Sedalia Stroke Survivors also serves the community and surrounding areas as a resource of information and encouragement.
Services available to: Individuals and families
When: 11 a.m. to noon the first Friday of each month except in January and July
Location of service/presentation: Bothwell Education Center, 14th and Ingram, Sedalia, MO
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: For more information, contact Angela Amthor at (660) 827-9136 or (660) 827-9268.
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Provider: Katy Trail Community Health
Description of service, support, educational opportunity:Free exams through the Missouri‘s Show Me Healthy Women & Wise Women Programs
Services Available to: Established patients who qualify
Women age 35-49 may be eligible for:
- Pap test, Pelvic exams, Clinical Breast exams, and Fasting Labs
- Diagnostic Services with Breast or Cervical screenings that are suspicious for cancer
Women age 50 – 64 or older if not covered by Medicare Part B may be eligible for:
- Pap test and Pelvic exams
- Clinical Breast exams, Fasting Labs
- Screening Mammograms and Diagnostic Services with Breast or Cervical screenings that are suspicious for cancer
- Free treatment for Breast or Cervical Cancer through a special Medicaid, Breast and Cervical Cancer treatment (BCCT), may be available to Show Me Healthy Women clients who are diagnosed with cancer through a program provider.
When: Monday, 8:00-4:00 and Wednesday, 2:00-4:00
Service Location: Katy Trail Community Health Warsaw office located in
the J & D Pharmacy Building, 1330 Commercial, Warsaw, Mo. 65355
Estimated Cost: Free
Point of Contact: Annette Smith, 1-877-733-5824
Schedule a free Care Coordination appointment to complete paperwork
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Point of contact to make the appointment or register for this service: