Classes & Events

This is a CPR class for community members that teaches Adult/Child/Infant CPR and use of an AED, appropriate for lay responders. You will NOT receive a card with this training. Class size is limited, recommended minimum age of 12, younger possibly with approval. $15 per person payable with cash or check the night of class.

In this class, you will learn the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, positioning tips for an effective latch, how making milk works, how to tell if baby is getting enough, and breastfeeding/pumping when returning to work.
Mothers are encouraged to bring a baby doll. Pre-registration required. Your Support Person does NOT need to register.

Life after stroke can be challenging. Join us for education, resources and support. Stroke survivors and loved ones welcome.
(Please call to confirm before making plans to attend.)
Information/Registration
For more information or to register for the support group, please contact Joshua Adams, RN, Stroke Coordinator, at 724-532-6051 or joshua.adams@independence.health.

This class on Microsoft TEAMS prepares you for what to expect the last month of pregnancy, labor from the start of your first contraction or when your water breaks until the pushing phase of labor. This class will introduce you to topics for in person classes and is free of charge. You will be provided with a class link

Join Independence Health System Mall Walkers at Westmoreland Mall in the food court. The doors open at 7:45 a.m. Dr. David 'Vince' Ream, OB/GYN and Family Medicine Physician, will present 'Common Women's Health Issues and Screenings Every Woman Should Know About' at 8:20 a.m. After the presentation, you'll have the chance to ask questions and walk through the mall to get your steps in!
There is no cost to join. Meetings take place the fourth Thursday of each month, March through October and the third Thursday in November.

This class teaches basic first aid with lay rescuer CPR & AED for adult, child and infant through the American Heart Association. End time may vary some based on class size and experience of the students.

This course is designed for those holding a current AHA ACLS certification. The cost of the class for non-IHS employees is $150.00/student.

This is a 3-hour class for anyone who is considering breastfeeding. A lot of information is covered in this class, including: benefits to breastfeeding, how breast milk is made, proper technique, ways to support the breastfeeding mom, tips and tricks to make breastfeeding successful, common concerns with breastfeeding, potential problems, and information about pumping and storing breastmilk. This class can help participants decide if breastfeeding is right for them. Each participant is encouraged to bring a significant other. The cost of the class is $40, which will be collected electronically during online registration. A pre registration link will be sent a few days before the class. Financial assistance is available—simply inform the instructor if needed. Each class accommodates up to 11 participants.

This is a 3-hour LIVE Virtual class for anyone who is considering breastfeeding. A lot of information is covered in this class, including: benefits to breastfeeding, how breast milk is made, proper technique, ways to support the breastfeeding mom, tips and tricks to make breastfeeding successful, common concerns with breastfeeding, potential problems, and information about pumping and storing breastmilk. This class can help participants decide if breastfeeding is right for them.

There is a $40 fee for this class, which will be collected electronically when the participant registers through our online registration platform. Once you have pre-registered online and payment has been received, the day of your class, the staff will send you the Microsoft Teams link to join the LIVE Virtual class for your chosen date. Financial assistance is available—simply inform the instructor if needed.