New Year’s Baby

January 3, 2013

An Irvington family has the honor of welcoming the 2013 New Year’s Baby at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese.

Boden Bradley Goewey, son of Brad and Mindy Goewey of Irvington, arrived at 8:02 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2, weighing 9 pounds, 7 ounces and being 21 inches long. He will be welcomed home by big brother Archie, 3-1/2 years old.

Originally from the Pittsfield area, in Pike County between Springfield, Ill., and Hannibal, Mo., the Goeweys’ relocation to Irvington was job related. Brad is a football and basketball coach and teacher at Centralia High School where Mindy is a secretary.

Remaining in the Pittsfield area are the grandparents of the First Arrival, Garry and Chris Browning and Kevin and Bev Goewey. (more…)

Kickboxing Classes

January 2, 2013

Kickboxing, offering both a strength and cardio workout, will be offered from 7 to 8 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 14 through Feb. 18, at the St. Joseph-Breese HealthPlex.

A combination of kicking and boxing, Kickboxing has its background in martial arts and stand-up combat sports and is used today as a great way to get fit, said class instructor Christi Persing, a certified YogaFit instructor who also teaches Yoga classes at the HealKickboxing, offering both a strength and cardio workout, will be offered from 7 to 8 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 14 through Feb. 18, at the St. Joseph-Breese HealthPlex. thPlex.

“It’s a strength and cardio work-out that will work most of the muscles in the body during one session,” Persing said. “It’s also a great way to practice self-defense.”

Persing will teach different punching combinations and kicks, among other techniques.

Participants will need to bring a pair of boxing gloves to class.

Cost is $30 for the six sessions and class size is limited. HealthPlex membership is not required.

For more information or to register (required), contact Marion at 526-5628 or marion.krebs@hshs.org

Look Good, Feel Better

January 1, 2013

Women undergoing cancer treatments are encouraged to attend “Look Good-Feel Better” when St. Joseph’s in Breese hosts the program from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16, at the hospital HealthPlex.

Following the session, the hospital’s new Wig Closet will be open.

Participants are invited to bring a female support person to share this evening of fun and education. This is the first LGFB program offered by St. Joseph’s in Breese in the New Year; future sessions are April 17, July 17 and Oct. 16.

The program is hosted by the hospital with the American Cancer Society (ACS), the Personal Care Products Council Foundation and the Professional Beauty Association/National Cosmetology Association.

During the two-hour session, those attending receive a make-over from cosmetology professionals with specialized ACS training to help with skin care, makeup application (even if cosmetics are rarely worn), nail strategies and the choice and care of wigs, scarves, turbans and hats. Free hair coverings and wigs will be available.

Participants receive makeup kits valued at $250, the opportunity to meet others going through similar experiences, refreshments, gifts and encouragement.

An ACS representative said the LGFB program can help a woman face the challenges of cancer.

“When cancer strikes, a woman has to deal with the physical and emotional trauma plus the effects of treatment on her skin, hair, nails and general appearance,” the representative said.

“Winning the battle to retain her physical appearance and self-esteem can make the war against cancer seem a little easier,” she said. “This program has been called an emotional lifesaver because it returns to them a sense of normalcy and allows them to smile at the person in the mirror again.”

For more information or to register (required), contact 526-5672 or kathy.timmermann@hshs.org.

Babysitter’s Classes

December 29, 2012

Taking advantage of the Martin Luther King Day school holiday, St. Joseph’s in Breese will offer “For Babysitters Only” from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, in the hospital’s Heritage Room.

Cost is $15 per student and class size is limited. Registration deadline is Friday, Jan. 18, or when class is full.

“For Babysitters Only” is for boys and girls 10 years old and older who are just beginning or experienced babysitters and looking to review their skills and learn new information.

During the three-hour course, hospital staff  will discuss medical emergencies, first aid, safety, infant and child care including diapering and feeding, fire procedures, age-appropriate games, toys and entertainment.

This is the first of four babysitting classes planned for 2013. Additional classes are set for Mondays, April 1, July 15 and Oct. 14, however, those dates may change depending on the school calendar.

For more information or to register (required), contact 526-5464 or helen.essenpreis@hshs.org. Fees may be paid the day of the class.

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