Your Health
Health Classes, Seminars and Support Groups
The following classes are offered through Simi Valley Hospital (SVH) and its educational partners. Pre-registration is required. Unless otherwise stated, please call (805) 955-6890 to register.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the Education Department at (805) 955-6890. You can also email your questions to SV_Education@ah.org.
Select a category or scroll to browse class listings:
- Educational Partnerships
- First Aid & CPR
- For Healthcare Providers
- Maternity, Childbirth & Parenting
- Support Groups
Upcoming Events
House Call: Children's Healthcare
Save the date for our upcoming parent education event. A physician panel will discuss the need for childhood immunizations, developmental milestones, preventing childhood diabetes and more. Light appetizers will be served and free childcare will be available. Reservations are required by Sept. 15. RSVP: (805) 955-6958
LOCATION: First Floor Conference Room, 1900 Los Angeles Avenue (corner of LA Ave and Erringer), Simi Valley
September 21, 6pm-7:30pm
Simi Valley Senior Center Lecture
Ashim Arora, MD will discuss sleep disorders. Learn more about the factors that may affect your ability to sleep and what you can do to get the rest you need.
LOCATION: Room 106, Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi, Simi Valley
September 22, 1:30pm
Simi Valley Hospital Blood Drive
The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. All donors will receive two tickets to the Laugh Factory, a coupon for a Free Mimi’s Café appetizer and will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win a $1500 shopping spree. To schedule your appointment, or for more information, contact Mike McAdam at (805) 207-6570 or mcadamm@usa.redcross.org. Use sponsor code: simivalleyhospital. Identification is required.
LOCATION: Citrus/Peppertree Conference Room
September 24, 8am - 6pm
Prostate Screening
Simi Valley Hospital invites all men to a free prostate screening. The screening includes a prostate specific antigen blood test and digital rectal exam. By appointment only. Please preregister by Sept. 22. To schedule a screening, call 805-955-6899.
LOCATION: Aspen Outpatient Center
September 26, 9am - 1pm
Educational Partnerships
Diabetes Education
Diabetes classes are offered by Alta California Medical Group. Instructor: Linda Vickers, MS, RD, CDE. Call 805-529-4021 for more information.
LOCATION: Alta California Medical Group
Call for dates and times.
Healthy Hearts & Hearty Foods Nutrition Class
Got high cholesterol or heart disease? Come learn about low-carb diets, LDL, HDL and more. Class offered by Alta California Medical Group. Instructor: Linda Vickers, MS, RD, CDE. Call 805-529-4021 for more information.
LOCATION: Alta California Medical Group
COST: $20 per class if not enrolled with Regal Medical Group
Third Tuesday of every month, 12:30-1:30pm
Call It Quits! Stop Smoking Series
Want to quit smoking? We can help. Learn how to deal with smoking urges, stress and moods, weight and exercise, slips, lifestyle balance and more. This program is open to anyone who lives or works in Ventura County and is funded by Tobacco Settlement Dollars through Ventura County Public Health Tobacco Education & Prevention Program.To register for the series, or if you have questions, contact the program facilitator Sandra Tovar at (805) 652-3376 (Ventura County Public Health). New clients are not accepted after second session. More information...
LOCATION: Simi Valley Hospital North Campus, Room 528
COST: Free
Tuesdays, Mar. 30 - May 18, 5:30-6:30pm
THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY
Simi Valley Hospital supports the Wellness Community and its mission to provide for the health and wellness of our community. Their cancer support groups and education resources are offered at no cost. For more information on their class offerings, call the Wellness Community at (805) 379-4777.
Yoga Classes
The Wellness Community offers a series of yoga classes that utilize gentle stretching, movement, awareness and breath to increase flexibility, aid in stress reduction, and promote a sense of well being. No previous yoga experience required. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat, towel, or blanket to lie on.
Yoga for Stress Management
Mondays, 11:30amThe Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageBeginning Yoga
Wednesdays, 4:30pmThe Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageGentle Yoga and Relaxation
Wednesdays, 7pmThe Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageGentle Yoga (Bilingual)
Wednesdays, 5:45pmThe Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
19725 Sherman Way, Ste. 270, Winnetka
Qigong
A gentle, traditional Chinese exercise for enhancing the body’s healing capacities.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageSaturdays, 9am
Tai Chi Chih
Use simple flowing movements to release tension, negativity and stress.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageThursdays, 9:30am
Relaxation and Guided Imagery
Learn to take an active role in your healing process using imagery and relaxation techniques.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageFridays, 12pm
Knitting Club
No experience necessary.
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake VillageTuesdays, 1pm
Quilting Club
No experience necessary. The club does not meet at The Wellness Community. Call (805) 379-4777 for meeting location.
First & third Wednesday of every month, 6:30pm
Watercolor Art Class
Explore your imagination through watercolors. No experience necessary. Call (805) 379-4777 for meeting location.
Second & fourth Tuesday of every month, 1pm
