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Oct 2020
Holiday Miracles with Santa
Santa is coming to your screen! Welcome and thanks for visiting Santa’s Virtual Fundraising Drive! We are super bummed that Santa will not be able to make our Breakfast with Santa event this year. But Santa still wants to help kids in need during the holidays and he invites you to join him! Now through December 15, please consider making a donation of $10 or more to support kids who will be spending the holidays at Renown Children’s Hospital. Santa…
Find out more »Cancer Support Workshop 2: Mind-Body Techniques to Lessen Side Effects of Radiation Therapy – Virtual Only
Renown Institute for Cancer is teaming up with Renie Anderson, a trained and certified expert in cancer treatment side effect management. Attend this workshop and learn mind-body techniques to help with reducing anxiety, feeling calmer, visualizing your treatment in a healing way and enhancing healing through activities that will bring you relief. This workshop includes: Helping patients feel more connected. Helping to reduce fight/flight response and helping patients feel more at ease.…
Find out more »Cancelled: Baby and Family Suites Tour – Online Tour Only
This tour includes a visit to our luxurious Baby & Family Suites, labor and delivery rooms, our new Labor Assessment Area and the William N. Pennington Nursery. You’ll also learn more about the pre-admission process, where to check in and what to expect during your visit. There is no cost to attend. Please register below under the expecting mother’s name and information. *Please note: All virtual tours start at the designated times. These are not recorded tours. If you are…
Find out more »Breastfeeding Circle – Virtual Gathering
Breastfeeding Circle is a great place for breastfeeding moms to find support, exchange experiences and discuss any concerns they may have. Moms discuss milk supply, pumping, going back to work, sleeping or lack of sleep, to name just a few. Weight checks are offered as well as weighted feeds - these can help moms can see how much milk their baby takes. This group meets every Tuesday and Friday from 11 a.m. to noon virtually. To attend, please call 775-982-6365…
Find out more »Breast Cancer Newly Diagnosed Orientation Class – Virtual Only
Renown Institute for Cancer offers one hour classes weekly to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients and their families. Classes are facilitated by an oncology nurse navigator, social worker, physical therapist and surgical nurses. In this class you will: Meet your navigator and learn about cancer support services available to you Hear about pre-surgery instructions and your pre-admit appointment Receive education in prehabilitation and lymphedema prevention Have your questions answered about treatment, including chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy and clinical trials…
Find out more »Huddle of Hope – Virtual
Psalm 119:114: "Your Word is My Source of Hope." This 15-minute “huddle” is organized as a time for open prayer in thanksgiving of our patients, employees and leadership. Conducted in the Evangelical Christian tradition, this huddle is open to all – including any person from any Christian denomination or non-Christian belief system. One of the greatest emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of all people is the need for hope. May the God of hope fill you with all joy and…
Find out more »It Starts with Hello – Virtual Gathering Series
The HELLO Project is hosting a virtual community gathering called "It Starts with Hello," every Tuesday and Thursday at noon. Each virtual gathering will feature a different topic of interest with a local expert, factual information and a chance to chat with others in our community. The discussions will focus on wellness-related topics such as mindfulness, exercise, nutrition and mental health to help you live your best life. Stay connected while you are at home and join us from your…
Find out more »Baby and Family Suites Tour – Online Tour Only
This tour includes a visit to our luxurious Baby & Family Suites, labor and delivery rooms, our new Labor Assessment Area and the William N. Pennington Nursery. You’ll also learn more about the pre-admission process, where to check in and what to expect during your visit. There is no cost to attend. Please register below under the expecting mother’s name and information. *Please note: All virtual tours start at the designated times. These are not recorded tours. If you are…
Find out more »Cancer Caregiver Support Group – Virtual Only
This support group is designed to provide support, education, networking and resource materials to caregivers who are coping with a loved one who has been diagnosed with cancer. *Please note that this is a support group designed for Caregivers only. Video enabled attendance available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smart phone, iPad, laptop, or webcam/desktop). Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to virtually connect. To attend, please register below.
Find out more »Friends and Relationships: Past, Present and Future
The pandemic has reshaped our personal relationships in unprecedented ways. Whether we are living closer together, or further apart from those we love, our patterns of staying connected have changed. Attend this virtual event where Dr. Buddy Coard, Ed.D., Psychologist at the Stacie Mathewson Behavioral Health Addiction Institute at Renown will uncover fascinating relationship patterns that have happened before and during the pandemic. We will also talk about post pandemic relationships and how to improve our relationships using Positive Psychology.…
Find out more »Heartfulness Meditation – Learn How to Meditate – Virtual Only
Mindfulness Meditation class at Renown with Schauntelle Puliti: Discover stillness and tranquility Learn to use meditation as a powerful tool and experience the benefits for the body, mind and spirit! Meditation is not a way of making your mind quiet, it is a way of entering into the quiet that is already there. This class will help you: Reduce stress Enhance creativity Discover mindfulness, breath and body awareness Create inner peace and connect to your spirit Improve relationships Awaken your…
Find out more »Spinal Surgery Pre-Op class – Virtual Only
Are you considering, or have you already scheduled spine surgery? Knowing what to expect and how to prepare for this surgery can make a significant impact on your recovery. Attend a class taught by experts in pre-operative education. Topics include: Preparing for surgery Adaptive equipment and devices How you can expect to progress through the recovery process Standard medical management following surgery Recommended physical and occupational therapy exercises You are encouraged to bring a guest for support. There is no…
Find out more »Canceled: Heart Failure Support Group – Virtual Only
This group is open to all heart failure patients and their families. You will learn about managing and living well with heart failure in a supportive group environment. We meet the last Wednesday of every month. Video enabled attendance is available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smart phone, iPad, laptop, or webcam/desktop). Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to virtually connect. There is no charge to attend this class. Please register below.
Find out more »Cancelled: Quit Tobacco Class
PLEASE NOTE: Masks will be required for all attendees to wear for the duration of time that they are on site for their class/meeting/event. We will be practicing 6ft of social distancing for attendees & instructors. Registrations are required for social distancing purposes. Join us for a free Quit Tobacco Class courtesy of Renown Health. This class is offered to patients who want to learn the risks of smoking and the benefits of quitting. Participants will also receive a brief…
Find out more »Breastfeeding Basics and Beyond – Virtual Only
In this class you will learn about breastfeeding your baby as recommended by all of the world’s health organizations. We recommend that all first-time parents take this in-depth class to help mothers get off to a better start with breastfeeding. Topics include the benefits of breastfeeding, breast anatomy, feeding cues, establishing a good latch, nursing positions, ways for partners to support and be involved in breastfeeding, breast pumping and breast milk storage, breastfeeding tips and available breastfeeding supplies and resources. It…
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