WJMC Additional Classes and Programs

West Jeff Fitness Center
Health & Wellness
Behavioral Medicine
Family & Parenting
Support Groups

West Jeff Fitness Center at Marrero and West Jeff Fitness Center at Oakwood

Elder Plus Exercise Classes
Exercise classes for Elder Plus members every Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. at the West Jeff Fitness Center Marrero location. Just show your Elder Plus ID card to join the class.

Aquacise Class
6 days a week. Call 348-0055.

Fitness Center Adult Membership
Great Gift Idea! Join a well-equipped fitness facility on the West Bank. The West Jeff Fitness Centers, located on the West Jefferson Medical Center campus in Marrero and at the Oakwood Wellness Center in Terrytown, have a professional staff to assist you with development of a personal program based on your fitness goals. Improved Fitness Center amenities… our warm water pool is now open at the Marrero location, with refurbished lockers and over 20 aquatic exercise classes per week. For more information, call 348-0055(Marrero) or 349-6908(Oakwood).

Gastric Bypass Support Group
Second Monday of every month at 6:30pm at Marrero location.

LapBand Support Group
Fourth Monday of Every Month at 6:30pm at Marrero Location.

Kidfit
Monday - Fridays 4pm to 8pm Children ages 7 to 14. Specialized equipment and group exercise classes available. Call 348-0055 (Marrero) or 349-6908 (Oakwood) for additional information.

Massage Therapy Appointments
Available 7 days a week. Call 348-0055 (Marrero location) or 349-6908 (Oakwood location) for appointment.

Tai Chi/ Chi Kung
8 week class series will explore system of movement that combines gentle exercise and modulation to promote relaxation, health , and vitlaity. Member rate is $4.00 per class - Nonmember is $6.00 per class. Call 349-6908.

Personal Training
Call 348-0055 or 349-6908 for information or to schedule an appointment.

Individual Weight Management
Come learn how to eat healthy and lose weight with one of our registered dietitians. The first session is $50.00 and each additional session is $40.00. For information or to schedule an appointment, call 348-0055.
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Health & Wellness

Cancer Screenings
For information on periodic cancer screenings, call 349-2051.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
A team of knowledgeable staff provides a comprehensive approach to better breathing. This 12 to 15 week program meets in Pulmonary Rehab in the West Jeff Medical Plaza, 4523 Westbank Expressway. Call 349-6226 for information or to schedule the program.

Smoking Cessation Classes: Interested in Quitting?
Group or individual classes available. Please call 349-6226 for information and to schedule a class.

Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
Do you have heart troubles? Let the knowledgeable and experienced Cardiac Rehabilitation staff help you exercise your way to a healthy heart. Learn how to lead a heart healthy lifestyle. Classes meet each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at The West Jeff Fitness Centers. We have a variety of exercise class times available to meet your busy schedule. For information, call 349-6180.

Search Your Heart
Complimentary American Heart Association materials are available. Free training session offered. For criteria and details, contact Jennifer Steel, R.N., or Benola Cooper, R.N., at 349-2051.

Operation Heartbeat
To learn about this program, call 349-2051.
Free Memory Screenings
Free memory screenings are available from the staff of the Behavioral Medicine Center. For an appointment or more information, call 391-2440.
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Behavioral Medicine

Free Intervention Consultation
Vital skills can assist in helping a loved one with an addiction problem and/or severe emotional problems. To make an appointment for a free, confidential consultation, call 391-2440.

Active Parenting Class
Active Parenting is a six week video-based parenting course let by a master’s level counselor. This educational program is for parents of children ages four to twelve and thirteen to seventeen. Call 391-2440 to pre-register or for more information.

Compulsive Gambling
Free screening assessment available. For information, call 391-2440.

Learn More About Professional Behavioral Health Counseling Services
Free initial screening available for children six years of age and older, adolescents, and adults. For more information, call 391-2440.

Intervention Assistance
Appointments are available to families and friends of individuals with substance abuse, gambling, or other addictive behaviors. For information, call 391-2440, 24 hours a day.

Addictive Disorders Program
Day and evening programs for the treatment of alcohol, drug or gambling problems. For more information or to schedule a free assessment, call 391-2440.

Outpatient Mental Health Treatment for Adults and Seniors
Group therapy programs (intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization) for individuals 18 years and older. For more information or to schedule a free assessment, call 391-2440.

Chronically Mentally Ill Program
Group therapy program for individuals who are coping with chronic mental illness. For more information or to schedule a free assessment, call 391-2400.

Alzheimers Day Care Program
This program offers a supportive, nurturing environment for your loved one, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. For more information, call 391-2440.

Adult Intensive Outpatient Evening Program
This innovative new therapy program is aimed at assisting working adults in the community who may have difficulty coping with stress, anxiety, depression, anger or grief. The group sessions will be facilitated by a Masters level social worker. For more information or to arrange a free, confidential screening assessment, call 391-2440.
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Family & Parenting

Please visit the calendar of events for details.

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Support Groups

Support Groups
The following support groups are among those hosted by West Jefferson Medical Center’s Behavioral Medicine Center. Call 391-2440 for general information and locations: Alcoholics Anonymous, Gamblers Anonymous , Grief Support Group, Alzheimers Support Group.

Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer and Lymphedema Support Group
An empowering group of women welcomes anyone who has been affected by all stages of breast cancer from diagnosis to treatment and recovery or loss. Meets the first Tuesday of every month. For information, call 349-1875

AICD Support Group
West Jefferson Medical Center has an AICD Support Group for AICD recipients and their loved ones to help them better understand specific concerns which are unique to having an AICD. If you or a loved one has an AICD, you can receive further information on the support group activities by contacting Jackie Owen on her digital pager at 349-3840.
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