Community Classes & Events
Registration is required. All classes are free unless noted. Follow links on the right for additional community education classes and support groups. Check out our free monthly health screenings at the Northridge Mall.
Join the 10th Annual Victory for Victims Walk/Run on April 15.
Register for the Victory for Victims Walk/Run on Sunday, April 15, Lake Balboa Park, Encino.
Help the victims of abuse and raise funds for Northridge Hospital's Center for Assault Treatment Services 24/7 immediate response. Tenth Anniversary finisher medals for all participants. For details please visit the CATS website or call Priscilla at 818-785-3489.
Be sure to check out the FREE Healthy Heart classes including a "Ladies Night Out" and a CPR Blitz!
Advancements in Minimally Invasive Surgery:
Less Incisions, Happier Patients
Thursday, February 9, 6 p.m.
5th Floor Hale Penthouse Auditorium
Presented by Uthaiah Kokkalera, MD, FACS, General Surgeon
Many traditional surgeries can now be performed through one tiny incision, resulting in a faster recovery. Learn about all of the latest advancements in minimally invasive surgery.
Please RSVP by calling 818-885-8500, ext. 2948.
Car Seat Education Class
(partnership with CHP)
Wednesday, February 1, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
or Wednesday, May 2, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Education Auditorium (no registration necessary)
Did you know that more than 80 percent of child car seats are improperly installed? Northridge Hospital, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) want to reduce that statistic by providing free car seat educational seminars and installation days. A Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) will teach parents about the different types of car seats, seat belt systems, proper car seat installation and current California car seat laws.
FREE Car Seat Check
Saturday, February 25, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Effective January 1, 2012, a new law requires that children under 8 years of age and under 4'9" tall remain in an appropriate child restraint system (e.g., booster seat) and sit in the back seat until they meet the new minimums. A new provision for taller children allows a child under 8 years of age who is 4' 9" or taller to use a seat belt instead of a safety seat/booster. Have your seat checked by the CHP at our free car seat check.
Call 818-885-8500, ext. 3437 for an appointment. Check for May date for car seat check.
Joint Replacement Program, Coordination of Care
Los Robles Homecare Services presents a pre-operative community seminar on knee and hip replacement surgery. This seminar is conducted by a Physical Therapist. Learn more about Orthopedic Services and the Three-Step Joint Replacement Program at Northridge Hospital.
Thursday, Jan. 19, Classroom 3
Thursday, Feb. 16, Classroom 3
Thursday, March 1, Classroom 3
Thursday, March 15, Classroom 3
Thursday, April 5, Classroom 4
Thursday, April 19, Classroom 3
Thursday, May 3, Classroom 3
Thursday, May 17, Classroom 3
All classes are from 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
For more information or to reserve a seat, please call the Los Robles Marketing Office at 805-777-7234.
Fatigued? Irritable, Low Libido?
Could it be Your Hormones?
Wednesday March 7, 6 p.m.
Education Auditorium
Presented by Leila Zafaranchi, MD, FACOG, Gynecologist
Join us for an open and lively woman-to-woman discussion on conditions related to the peri-menopausal and menopausal experience, such as PMS, fatigue and low libido. We'll also review the most effective treatment options. Please RSVP by calling 818-885-8500, ext. 2948.
Parkinson’s Pathways VI – Advances in Research, Care and Treatment
Saturday, March 31, 12:30 to 4 p.m.
(complimentary lunch Noon to 12:30 p.m.)
Education Auditorium
Presented by the Northridge Foundation for Neurological Research & Education and Ronald B. Ziman, MD, FACP, FAAN
Highlight advances in research, care and treatment; introduce health and wellness practices; inspire through personal examples; and discuss essential products and services to help manage the challenge of living with Parkinson’s.
Space is limited. Registration is required by calling 818-885-8623 or 866-499-2732 or email valleyapda@yahoo.com.
The Latino Family and Alzheimer's Disease
(video and Q&A in Spanish with English subtitles)
Thursday, April 5, 10:30 a.m.
Classroom 4
Presented by Aurora Morales, MPH, Education & Outreach Manager, Alzheimer's Association
Learn from a story of a family going through the phases of awareness, diagnosis and care of a grandmother who has Alzheimer's Disease.
Register by calling 818-830-4738.
Dementia: Partnering With Your Doctor
Tuesday, April 24, 5:30 p.m.
Classroom 4
Presented by Aurora Morales, MPH, Education & Outreach Manager, Alzheimer's Association Learn how to prepare and become an active partner in the healthcare of someone with dementia.
egister by calling 818-830-4738.
Caregiving Basics: Compassionate Communication
Friday, May 18, 3 p.m.
Classroom 4
Presented by Aurora Morales, MPH, Education & Outreach Manager, Alzheimer's Association
Learn how effective communication can increase meaningful moments that lead to a more positive quality of life for the entire family during the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Register by calling 818-830-4738.
Changing the Future:
New Trends in Multiple Sclerosis Research and Treatment
Saturday, May 19, 12:30 to 4 p.m.
(complimentary lunch Noon – 12:30 p.m.)
Education Auditorium
Presented by the Northridge Foundation for Neurological Research & Education and Ronald B. Ziman, MD, FACP, FAAN
Learn about new research, treatment options and wellness therapies, such as brain fitness, neurotherapeutic yoga and BrainBall exercises. Mountaineer & Explorer Wendy Booker, will also share how she overcame obstacles living with MS.
Space is limited. Registration is required by calling 818-349-2503, ext. 104 or email
valleyapda@yahoo.com
Learn how to prepare for earthquakes and other emergencies by visiting our Family Safety & Emergency Planning page. Plus, learn steps to help stop the flu and many infectious diseases before they happen!
Spinal Cord Injury Education
A series of 15 classes for spinal cord injury patients and their families. Schedule varies, call (818) 885-8500, ext. 3656.
Health Education Library
For more general health information delve into our extensive online health library with information covering test and procedures, interactive tools and quizzes, diseases and conditions, nutrition and exercise, welness information, herbs, vitamins and supplement, your families health, and so much more.
