Online Class Catalog
Addictive Behavior (Drugs,
Alcohol, & Tobacco)
Alcoholics Anonymous
These self-help groups meet at Kaiser Permanente Union city, but operate
independently from it. Open to members and non-members. No registration
required.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Union City, (510) 839-8900
Chemical Dependency Program
Outpatient substance abuse services for adults, adolescents, and their
families. Members may apply for services directly or may be referred by
providers.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment;
less (in some cases) for group visits.
Location: Union City, (510) 675-3080
Narcotics Ananymous
These self-help groups meet at Kaiser Permanente, but operate independently.
Open to members and non-members. No registration required.
Fee: No charge
Location: Union City, (510) 444-4673
Getting Ready To Quit
An overview of the most effective quit methods, self-help information
for tobacco users who wish to quit on their own.
Fee: No charge.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Quit Smoking Now!
A two session with an orientation/overview quit program covering nicotine
addiction, coping strategies, quit plan development, relapse prevention
and behavioral techniques.
Fee: $25 Kaiser members; $35 nonmembers.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Smoking And Tobacco Cessation
Focuses on permanent tobacco cessation through behavioral and psychological
awareness and group support. Role of nicotine, weaning, and use of nicotine
patch discussed.
Fee: $50 Kaiser members, $75 nonmembers
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Aging &
Senior Health
Planning Ahead: The Advance Directives
Class
Formerly known as "Durable Power of Attorney." Provides information
on how to complete the Advanced Directives form and appoint someone to
make healthcare decisions for you if you are ever unable to make them
for yourself.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Senior Lecture Series
Health and Wellness presentations geared toward older adults. Drop-in
class.
Fee: No charge. Held at Southland Senior
Club.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Stretching, Breathing, Relaxing
A gentle form of exercise attentive to individual needs and capabilities.
Geared toward people ages 50 and older who want to be physically fit through
basic low impact aerobics, breathing and stretching exercise tehniques.
Fee: Call the Quest Program at 723-6699.
Location: Hayward, (510) 723-6699
Fit Walking
Walking is one of the easiest and safest ways to exercise. Takes place
at Southland Mall. T-shirt awarded for logging 100 miles. Enter mall on
east side by JC Penney. Cosponsored with Hayward Adult School.
Fee: No charge, 55 and over; $15 under
age 55 per adult school quarter.
Location: Hayward, (510) 293-8595
Hearing Services
The Kaiser Permanente Hearing Center offers complete hearing aid testing
and fitting, as well as physician consultation if needed. Fees for testing,
fitting, and consultation are based on your Health Plan Coverage. Hearing
aid equipment is not a covered.
Fee: Medical appointment copay plus
price of hearing aid.
Location: Union City, (510) 675-2001
Fitness After 50
Discover the importance of physical fitness in the later years. Through
demonstration and group exercise, students are encouraged to develop their
individual capabilities.
Fee: Call the Quest Program at 723-6699.
Location: Hayward, (510) 723-6699
About Long-Term Care
Provides an overview on home- based and nursing home services. Will include
basic information on Kaiser Permanente Health Plan coverage, Medicare,
Medi-Cal, and private long- term care insurance.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Alzheimer's Support Group For
Caregivers
Counseling, education and support for those caring for a person with Alzheimer's
Disease or related dementias. Includes community resources and safety
tip.
Fee: No charge, open to the community.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4818
Alzheimer's Beginning To Cope
Workshop
Workshop provides an overview of Alzheimer's Disease and related demetias.
Presented by the Alzheimer's Association.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
55 Alive — Mature Driving
Workshop
Learn safe and defensive driving techniques. For people 50 years of age
and older. Good brush-up for seniors planning to take the DMV test. May
qualify participants for insurance discount.
Fee: $10.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Parkinson's Disease Movement and
Voice
An exercise program for people with Parkinson's Disease. Stretching, balance,
and safety exercises.
Fee: $50/month, KaiserPermanente members.
$100/month, non-members.
Location: Hayward, (510) 985-2645
Bones, Muscles,
Joints, & Physical Therapy
Back Care Basics
This class will discuss possible reasons for low back pain and show simple
methods to help reduce discomfort and protect against future injury.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Fremont, (510) 795-3455
Total Hip Replacement
The class will review what to expect before and after surgery. Will also
cover options for when you leave the hospital.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-3469
Total Knee Replacement
The class will review what to expect before and after surgery. Will also
cover options for when you leave the hospital.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-3469
Cancer
Breast Cancer Education & Support Program
For people with newly diagnosed breast cancer. Topics include biology
of breast cancer; managing side effects; coping skills; understanding
your emotions; talking with family, friends, and health care providers;
nutrition and exercise.
Fee: No charge, open to the community.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-6767
Fremont, (510) 784-6767
The East Bay Cancer Support Group
This community-based organization serves individuals and families who
are confronting the emotional challenge of a cancer diagnosis. Groups
are available for cancer patients and caregivers. They also offer bereavement
groups for adults and adolescents.
Fee: No charge, open to the community.
Location: Castro Valley, (510) 889-8766
Cancer: Look Good, Feel Better
Join us for a fun and informative session on looking your best while coping
with cancer and its treatment. Topics include fashion, color, make-up,
scarf tying, wigs and head covers. (Bring a mirror to class.)
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
I Can Cope
For adult cancer patients and their family and friends. The program addresses
issues relevant to the cancer experience in a group setting. It is offered
by the American Cancer Society in cooperation with the Kaiser Permanente
Medical Center.
Fee: No charge, open to the community.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
The Wellness Community
This community-based organization provides support for cancer patients
and their families. Services include educational workshops, exercise instruction,
relaxation session, support groups, and social events.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
Chemotherapy Overview
This is a program for patients currently undergoing cancer treatment.
Learn more about your diagnosis, treatment, and possible side-effects.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4471
Children's
Health (Infant Care)
Healthy Lifestyles Orientation For Children And
Teens
This program is designed for parent and children 8–18 years to explore
current challenges and opportunities associated with weight and health
for children and teens.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Healthy Lifestyles Workshop For
Children And Teens
This workshop is designed for children and teens and will cover ways to
promote self-esteem and establish positive thinking patterns, ways to
improve one's eating habits and to integrate physical activities.
Fee: $40 Kaiser members; $60 nonmembers.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Ketogenic Diet
Ketogenic diet is designed for children and teens who have seizures and
convulsions. Please contact your Kaiser Hayward or Fremont Pediatrician
for more information.
Fee: Please contact your Kaiser Permanente
Hayward or Fremont pediatrician.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4050/Fremont
(510) 248-3050
Pediatric Asthma Clinic
Become an active member of your child's asthma management team. This two-hour
clinic involves child and parent meeting with several professionals to
access the child's condition, review asthma medications, skill-test use
of peak flow meter and other equipment. MD referral required.
Fee: For further information call Pediatrics
at 675-4050.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4050
Pediatric Asthma: Health Skills
Class
Provides parents with information on how to manage their child's asthma.
Includes skills training in the use of equipment and medications. Note
there are 2 different classes, one for under 5 year olds, and one for
5+ year olds.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4050
Spanish Pediatric Asthma: Health
Skills Class
Provides parents with information on how to manage child's asthma.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4050
Temperament Program
Parents of children 4 months to 12 years have the option of participating
in the temperament program. Interested parents complete a questionnaire.
When questionnaire is returned, parents will receive a profile of their
child's temperament.
Fee: For more information call Kaiser
Permanente Hayward Pediatrics at 675-4050.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4050
Chronic
Disease & Pain Management
Healthier Living: Managing Ongoing Health Conditions
Build problem solving and self- management skills while learning to cope
better with your ongoinghealth condition.
Fee: $20 Kaiser members; $45 nonmembers.
Locations: Hayward/Union City, (510)
784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Complementary
& Alternative Medicine
Acupressure And Relaxation Training
Learn how to use acupressure on yourself to relieve pain, tension, and
discomfort.
Fee: $30 Kaiser members; $50 nonmembers.
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531
Diabetes
Diabetes Care Management
A four month intensive diabetes management program coordinated by a multi-disciplinary
team of health care providers.
Locations: Hayward,
(510) 675-4010
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Diabetes Basics
First part of program geared towards newly diagnosed members or members
needing basic information about diabetes care.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Diabetes Nutrition
Led by a registered dietician, this two-session class is for newly diagnosed
members or members needing more information on nutrition and diabetes.
Members should attend Diabetes Basics as a prerequisite.
Fee: No charge.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Home Blood Glucose Monitoring
This workshop focuses on use of home blood glucose monitoring in management
of diabetes, equipment use and maintenance, recording and interpretation
of results. Please bring your own blood glucose testing equipment to class.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
La Diabetes Y Su Salud (Diabetes
Workshop)
For newly diagnosed Spanish-speaking members or members needing information
on managing their diabetes using action planning and problem-solving techniques.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4020
Fremont, (510) 248-3733
Living Well With Diabetes
Four-class series focuses on building, enhancing and practicing specific
self-management skills for patients with diabetes.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Diabetes Basics - Spanish
Introductory class for newly diagnosed patients. Learn about diets, exercise,
and managing your blood sugar.
Fee: No charge.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 675-4020
Fremont, (510) 248-3733
Digestive
System (Gastrointestinal)
Introduction To Irritable Bowel Syndrome
For people newly diagnosed or living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Meet
with a gastroenterologist, a nutritionist and a behavioral medicine specialist
to learn what IBS is, how it is managed, and where to go for more help.
MD referral required.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4813
Emergency
Aftercare, Safety, & First Aid
American Heart CPR For Adult, Pediatric And Health
Care Provider
Learn American Heart Association life saving techniques for adult, child
and infant. A, B and C certifications available.
Fee: $23 Adult CPR only; $33 Adult and
Pediatric; $48 Health Care Provider Level.
Location: Fremont, (800) 754-9052
Pediatric CPR and First Aid
Learn life saving techniques of CPR, choke saving, bleeding and shock
management. You will learn first aid measures for poisoning, seizures,
respiratory problems, broken bones and other medical emergencies.
Fee: $45 or $85 per couple.
Location: Fremont, (800) 754-9072
Preventing Falls
Falls are not a natural occurrence with age, and many falls can be prevented.
This class will teach you to understand the reasons people fall, to assess
your risk of falling, to learn ways you can reduce your risk of falling.
Fee: $3/person or $4/couple Kaiser members;
$4/person or $6/couple nonmembers.
Location: Fremont, (510) 248-3455
American Red Cross: Community/Family
CPR
Designed for lay public. Train individuals to recognize and care for life
threatening respiratory and/or cardiac emergencies. Please purchase book
for $11, one week prior to class at Hayward Adult School.
Fee: $54 (plus $11 for textbook).
Location: Hayward, (510) 293-8595
American Red Cross: Community/CPR
& Standard First Aid
This course includes first aid for common emergencies, such as respiratory
or cardiac problems, sudden illness and injuries to infants, children
or adults. Included will be CPR and choke saving skills for adults, infants
and children.
Fee: $54 (plus $12 for textbook).
Location: Hayward, (510) 293-8595
Emotional Health and Well-Being
(Depression, Anxiety, Stress/Relaxation, & Death/Dying)
Pathways to Stress Reduction
Find out more about the mind-body connection and what you can do for your
health. Learn more about your own specific needs, get help choosing which
Behavioral Health Education or related a Health Education class.
Fee: No charge.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Managing Anger
This eight-session class is designed for adults
whose anger affects relationships, the job, or social settings. This class
will provide anger management information and teach self-management skills.
Fee: $79 Kaiser
members; $143 nonmembers
Location: Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
Assertiveness and Communication Skills: Speak Up!
Learn assertiveness skills to increase self-esteem and improve communication
with family and others. The focus is on setting limits, handling criticism
and resolving conflicts. This class is located at Kaiser Permanente, but
administered by the Hayward Adult School. Please contact them at (510)
293-8595 to register.
Fee: $32
Location: Hayward
Anxiety Overview
This one-session overview provides information about anxiety and treatment
options.
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 795-3455
Controlling Anxiety and Fear
This six-week workshop provides a better understanding of anxiety and
what triggered your own anxiety and fear. You will learn anxiety reduction
techniques and be encouraged to apply the knowledge and skills to reduce
your symptoms. Prerequisite: Anxiety Overview or mental health provider
referral.
Fee: $25 Kaiser members, $50 nonmembers
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
Couples Communication
This six-week program focuses on building a more satisfying relationship.
Learn techniques and gain skills to enhance your ability to communicate
effectively and resolve conflicts cooperatively.
Fee (per couple): $50 Kaiser members,
$100 nonmembers
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
Depression Overview
This one-session overview provides general information about depression
and treatment options.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
Overcoming Depression
This eight-session workshop teaches skills for the management of your
depression. You will learn about the thoughts and behaviors that lead
to depressed feelings and learn how to improve your mood and self esteem.
Prerequisite: Depression Overview or mental health provider referral.
Fee: $25 Kaiser members, $50 nonmembers
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
Eating Disorders Overview
Learn about what causes and what can be done about eating disorders. This
overview is for support persons of patients with an eating disorder.
Fee: No charge
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531
Insomnia Overview
Learn more about the causes of sleep problems and what you can do to help
yourself. In this one-session overview, you will learn about self-care
techniques that can help you get a good night's slee, treatment options
for chronic insomnia and resources for managing insomnia.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
Sleep Better - Overcoming Insomnia
Workshop
This six-session workshop is designed to help you get to sleep and stay
asleep. Using a behavioral approach, you will learn techniques that have
been proven effective in improving the quality and quantity of people's
sleep. Prerequisite: Insomnia Overview or mental health provider referral.
Fee: $25 Kaiser members, $50 nonmembers
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Mind Body Medicine Program: Learning
to Cope with Stress and Illness
The eight-session Mind/Body program is for people coping with physical
or psychological symptoms of stress or illness. This workshop teaches
you how your mind and body work together. Learn relaxation techniques
and other skills, such as gentle movement, to improve your health and
gain a greater sense of control over streess and illness.
Fee: $20 Kaiser members; $45 nonmembers.
Locations: Union City, (510) 784-4531
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
and Relaxation Training
Learn techniques based in mindfulness meditation and yoga practices to
better manage stressful situations, cope with stress-related physical
or psychological symptoms from stress and illness and enhance enjoyment
of life in every moment.
Fee: $80 Kaiser members; $160 nonmembers.
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531
Stress Management
Learn relaxation, positive thinking, communication, time management, and
self-care skills to manage stress.
Fee: $34 Kaiser members; $48 nonmembers.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531/Fremont,
(510) 248-3455
Exercise
& Fitness
Gentle Yoga
This class is designed for seniors or those with chronic conditions. Please
bring a pillow to class.
Fee: $43 Kaiser members; $58 nonmembers.
Yoga sticky mat: $18 (optional).
Location: Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Hatha Yoga
This class will teach yoga techniques, through slow movements and stretching.
Done on a regular basis, yoga is healing for the body and the mind.
Fee: $38 Kaiser members; $53 nonmembers;
Yoga sticky mat: $18.
Location: Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Physical Fitness And Body Conditioning
A six-week class in beginner through advanced body conditioning. Gym equipment
includes state-of-the-art Cybex, chest press, weights, lifecycle, stairmasters,
and more. Cosponsored with Hayward Adult School.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 293-8595
Easing Into Exercise
Learn how to safely incorporate activity into your lifestyle. Individuals
with specific conditions such as diabetes, HIV, respiratory and heart
disease are strongly recommended to attend.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531
K-Plus Fitness Program
Kaiser Permanente Health Plan members may join selected health clubs at
a discount rate.
Fee: For more information, call 1-800
234-6985 or Hayward Health Education at 784-4531.
Location: Hayward, (800) 234-6985
Parkinson's Disease Movement and
Voice
An exercise program designed specifically for people with Parkinson's
Disease. Exercises include stretching, balance, coordination, falling
without injury; vocal exercises and speech training; special exercises
to improve grip and dexterity.
Fee: Per month $50 Kaiser members; $100
nonmembers.
Location: Hayward, (510) 985-2645
Tai Chi Chih
Tai Chi Chih offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits for heightened
body/mind awareness, health, and general well-being. This moving meditation
is based on the principles of Chinese exercise in the park. It helps improve
balance and focus with a calming effect.
Fee: $40 Kaiser members; $55 nonmembers.
Locations: Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Water Exercise
Exercise all parts of the body, using the resistance of the water as muscle
toner and conditioner. Do not need to know how to swim. Co-sponsored with
Quest Program of Chabot College.
Fee: $30 pool usage fee (make checks
payable to Chabot College).
Location: Hayward, (510) 723-6699
Yoga
This class consists of simple yoga exercises to promote perfect health,
flexibility, stamina, and strength. Gain clarity of mind and calmness
of nerves. Pranayam, or breathing lessons, will be followed by exercises
called "Asanas" in Sanskrit.
Fee: For information on dates, times,
location, and fees, please call Hayward Adult School at 293-8595.
Location: Hayward, (510) 293-8595
Low-Impact Aerobics
Combined low-impact aerobics with light weights from 2–5 pounds to
target muscles in arms, upper body, abdomen, hips and thighs.
Fee: $49 per quarter.
Location: Hayward, (510) 293-8595
Family Planning
(Birth Control)
Preconception Class
This one-session class includes discussion of important lab tests, lifestyle
changes, nutrition counseling and genetic screening to help ensure a healthy
pregnancy prior to conception.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Vasectomy Preparation
This class provides information about the vasectomy procedure. Class includes
a video presentation and lecture given by staff from the Urology Department.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4246
Heart, Blood,
& the Circulatory System (Cholesterol)
Blood Pressure Management Class
Learn basics about hypertension, the role of medications, positive lifestyle
changes, home blood pressure monitors and other self-care skills. Those
attending are followed by the hypertension clinic through individual visits
and phone calls.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Blood Pressure Screening
Volunteers offer free blood pressure checks to members and non-members
on a drop-in basis.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4010
Cholesterol and Lifestyle Class
This program is designed to increase your cholesterol IQ and help you
develop skills to lower cholesterol through diet and exercise.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Home Blood Pressure Monitors
As a member benefit, Kaiser Permanente has negotiated a substantially
reduced rate for you to purchase a quality Home Blood Pressure monitor
through our pharmacy. With this equipment, you can safely and easily keep
track of your own blood pressure.
Locations: Fremont, Hayward, and Union
City Pharmacies
Mended Hearts, Inc.
Support group for people and their families who have heart disease.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4357
Multifit
Multifit is a unique program for members who have recently had a heart
attack, angioplasty, or by-pass surgery. In this program a nurse works
closely with you and your physician to design a personalized plan to reduce
your risk factors.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4615
The Stroke Support Group
Learn important information about life after stroke. Participants will
have the opportunity to meet other stroke survivors, share information
and experiences, and learn about community resources for stroke survivors.
Meets monthly.
Fee: No charge, open to the community.
Location: Union City, (510) 784-4531
You Gotta Have Heart
A series of four workshops focusing on understanding your heart condition
with emphasis on recovery, prevention, and positive changes in lifestyle.
This workshop series is strongly recommended for all patients.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
HIV and AIDS
HIV Education & Counseling Clinic
Individual appointments for HIV-infected members
with the HIV Health Educator, Social Worker, Pharmacist and Dietitian. Information
on coping with the news, how to stay healthy, and available resources.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward,
(510) 784-4829
HIV Education Forums
Educational presentations on various HIV topics to provide up-to-date
information for persons living with HIV, friends and family. Topics publicized
through the confidential HIV Newsletter. No registration necessary, drop
in.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4829
HIV Newsletter
Newsletter focusing on current HIV/AIDS information, highlighting Kaiser
Permanente and community support groups, resources and classes. Confidential
mailing list.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4829
HIV Testing
Confidential testing, counseling and education are available to members
interested in knowing if they have been exposed to the HIV virus.
Fee: Lab copayment.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 795-3055
Spanish HIV Testing
Confidential testing, counseling and education are available to members
interested in knowing if they have been exposed to the HIV virus.
Fee: Lab copayment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Nutrition
& Weight
Shopping Smart
A guided supermarket tour with a Registered Dietitian. Learn great tips
about low fat shopping and understanding product labels. Learn how to
make healthier food choices for you and your family.
Fee: $8 Kaiser members; $15 nonmembers.
Location: Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Self-Help Options: Nutrition/Weight
Loss Videos
Self-paced information, videos, books and additional resources on weight,
nutrition, and health are also available in the Health Education Center.
Locations: Hayward, Fremont, and Union
City Health Education Centers
Weighing The Options: Introduction
To Weight Management
This program is designed for adults to explore current challenges and
opportunities associated with weight and health, assess patient needs
and evaluate appropriate next steps. This class is a prerequisite for
additional weight counseling and education.
Fee: No charge.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Healthy Lifestyles And Weight
Management Workshop
Designed for Adults. Participants must have completed "Weighing the
options: An Introduction to Weight Management" in order to participate
in this workshop. Focus on lifestyle assessment, information, and skill
building.
Fee: $75 Kaiser members; $125 nonmembers.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Overeaters Anonymous
A support group for men and women dealing with compulsive eating.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 489-3686
Nutrition Advice Line
A registered dietitian answers questions about food and nutrition.
Fee: No charge.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 675-2141
Fremont, (510) 248-3218
Parenting
Parenting Classes
There are several classes offered which teach a variety of skills, and
offer support for parents to help them build healthy and positive relationships
with their children.
Location: Call Fremont Adult School
at 651-9030 or Hayward Adult School at 293-8599
Parenting The ADHD Child &
Teenager
This class is designed for parents of children up to age 18 with ADHD.
This class offers information, skills and support for addressing the special
parenting and learning needs of the child with ADHD.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Fremont, (510) 248-3060
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: This three-session workshop
series is for parents who want to learn more about ADHD. The orientation
covers what we know about ADHD, associated symptoms, and how it is diagnosed
and treated.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Adjusting To Parenthood: Prenatal
Series Lecture
This class is part of an ongoing series of 6 classes to help parents prepare
for their baby. Participants will learn about what changes having a new
baby will bring to their lives and their relationships.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Infant CPR (In-patients)
This class is for parents of hospitalized infants whose discharge is dependent
on parents' knowledge of infant CPR. For parents of Neonates in the NICU.
Fee: Members only.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Parenting The Infant
A six-week series designed for parents of infants up to 12 months of age.
Parents have an opportunity to discuss crying and sleep, feeding, temperament,
growth and development and meeting your own needs (including the needs
of the working parent).
Fee: $20/ person or couple for a 6-week
series.
Location: Hayward, (510) 293-8599
Parenting The Preschooler
Learn parenting skills that work. This course will increase your understanding
of child development, family communication, discipline techniques, and
how to balance work, children and a life of your own. Designed for parents
of preschoolers.
Fee: $15/person or couple for a 3-week
series.
Location: Hayward, (510) 293-8599
School Success Class
The School Success class is a three session class for parents of children
who are experiencing problems with academic achievement. It is designed
to help parents understand and address their children's academic problems.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Pregnancy
(Post-Partum — Breastfeeding)
La Leche League Meetings
If you are pregnant or nursing a baby, come and enjoy the support and
encouragement of other nursing mothers at monthly discussion meetings
led by accredited La Leche League Leaders. Topics include advantages of
breast feeding to mother and baby.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 582-4353
First Prenatal Group Visit: Healthy
Beginnings
This prenatal group appointment is for women in their 7th-10th week of
pregnancy and is part of the prenatal care program. This group appointment
guides expectant mothers through filling out forms and presents information
on available screening tests.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4090
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Mid Pregnancy: Healthy Beginnings
Group Appointment
Prevention and treatment of common discomforts of mid pregnancy; identification
of prettier labor; exercise and nutrition; preparing for breastfeeding.
20–24 weeks of pregnancy.
Fee: Please call (510) 675-4090.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4090
Late Pregnancy Group Visit: Healthy
Beginnings
This prenatal group appointment is for women in their 28th–32nd week
of pregnancy and is part of their prenatal care program. This group appointment
presents information on labor and delivery and maintaining health regarding
diet and exercise.
Fee: Please call (510) 675-4090.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4090
Newborn Care: Healthy Beginnings
Group Appointment
This prenatal group appointment for women in their 32–36th week of
pregnancy and is part of your prenatal care program. This appointment
is designed to help expectant families begin parenting and caring for
their newborn with greater confidence.
Fee: Please call 675-4090 for Hayward,
and 248-3455 in Fremont.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 675-4090
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Mommy and Me
Join other new mothers for this drop-in support group. Ask questions and
learn more about breastfeeding, adjusting to parenthood and caring for
your baby.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Pain Medication & Cesarean
Birth: Prenatal Series Lecture
This class is part of a free, on-going series of six classes to help expectant
parents prepare for the birth of their baby. In Pain Medications and Cesarean
Birth, you will learn about the medication and anesthesia options available
to you at Hayward.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Postpartum Depression-Support
For New Mothers
"Baby blues" is experienced by the majority of new mothers,
while some new mothers experience a more serious postpartum depression.
In this monthly support group, mothers share experiences, support, and
coping techniques for postpartum depression.
Fee: Please call Shoshana Bennet, PhD,
at (510) 889-6017 for more information.
Location: Hayward, (510) 889-6017
Sibling Issues For Parents: Big
Brother/Big Sister
This two-hour class is for parents and their 3-7 year old children to
prepare for the new baby. Mom should be in the last 3 months of pregnancy.
Co-sponsored with Hayward Adult Education. (Need not be a Kaiser Permanente
member to attend).
Fee: $10/person or couple.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Spanish First Prenatal Group Visit:
Healthy Beginnings
This prenatal group appointment is for women in their 7th-10th week of
pregnancy and is part of the prenatal care program. This group appointment
guides expectant mothers through filling out forms, presents information
on available screening tests.
Fee: Please call 675-4020 (Hayward)
or 795-3275 (Fremont).
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4020
Spanish Late Pregnancy Group Visit:
Healthy Beginnings
This prenatal group appointment is for women in their 28th-32nd week of
pregnancy and is part of their prenatal care program. This group appointment
presents information on labor and delivery and maintaining health regarding
diet and exercise.
Fee: Please call (510) 675-4020.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4020
Spanish Newborn Care: Healthy
Beginnings Group Appointment
This prenatal group appointment for women in their 32nd - 36th week of
pregnancy and is part of your prenatal care program. This appointment
is designed to help expectant families begin parenting and caring for
their newborn with greater confidence.
Fee: Please call (510) 675-4020.
Location: Hayward, (510) 675-4020
Tour of the Labor and Delivery Unit
Take a tour of the Hayward Hospital's Labor and Delivery Unit.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward,
(510) 784-4531
Staying Fit & Eating Right:
Prenatal Series
This class is part of a six-part ongoing series to help expectant mothers
learn important exercises for improving fitness during pregnancy and helping
to prepare for labor.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Childbirth Preparation - Spanish
Prepared Childbirth teaches women and their partners ways to increase
relaxation and decrease pain during labor. Medications, variations in
labor and medical procedures are also discussed.
Fee: $44/couple Kaiser members; $75/couple
nonmembers.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Breastfeeding And The Working
Mom: Prenatal Series Lecture
This class is part of a free on-going series. In Breastfeeding and The
Working Mom, you will learn what you need to know to continue breastfeeding
your baby after returning to work. Topics include types of breast pumps,
and how to select one that will meet your needs.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Breastfeeding Basics: Prenatal
Series Lecture
This class is part of an ongoing series of 6 classes to help parents prepare
for the birth of their baby. In Breastfeeding Basics you will learn about
the many reasons why breastfeeding is the best for you and your baby,
and how dads/partners can help.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Childbirth Preparation
Prepared childbirth teaches women and their partners ways to increase
relaxation and decrease pain during labor. Medications, variations in
labor and medical procedures are also discussed. Must register and pay
in advance to reserve your place.
Fee: $52/couple Kaiser members; $95/couple
nonmembers. Workbook included.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
Childbirth Preparation —
Refresher
One six-hour session for those who have taken prepared childbirth classes
before and want to review skills and information.
Fee: $24/couple Kaiser members; $48/couple
nonmembers. Must prepay in advance to reserve a space.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Your Amazing Newborn: Prenatal
Series
This class is part of a 6-part ongoing series to help parents understand
how to relate to their babies. It includes information on sleep/wake states,
feeding patterns, communication and crying.
Fee: No charge.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Respiratory
System (Colds — Flu)
Better Breathers-Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary
Disease
This class is for members who are learning to live with chronic obstructive
lung disease (COPD), such as emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. Topics
include: use of inhalers, and medications, effective breathing, nutrition,
exercise and stress management.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Adult Asthma Class
Learn how to manage your asthma and live more fully. Topics include: medications,
managing symptoms, preventing and handling attacks.
Fee: Same copayment as medical appointment.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 795-3455
Emphysema Support Group
This is an education support group especially for people with genetic
emphysema and/or liver disease resulting from Alpha One Antitrypsin deficiency.
Other people who suffer from emphysema are also welcome to attend. Drop
In only.
Fee: No charge, open to the community.
Location: Hayward, (510) 267-4221
Women's Health
Breast Cancer Education & Support Program
For people with newly diagnosed breast cancer. Topics include biology
of breast cancer; managing side effects; coping skills; understanding
your emotions; talking with family, friends, and health care providers;
nutrition and exercise.
Fee: No charge, open to the community.
Location: Hayward, (510) 784-6767
Midlife And Menopause: Weathering
The Change
This is a two-hour class for women to learn more about the physical and
emotional changes of menopause, hormone replacement therapy, preventing
osteoporosis and eating well and exercising.
Fee: No charge.
Locations: Hayward, (510) 784-4531
Fremont, (510) 248-3455
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