Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System has so many events to choose from, with something for everyone from childbirth to cooking and heart health. Check out what we offer and sign up today. 

AskRN: Navigating Your Nursing Future - Virtual Q&A

Tuesday, Oct. 1, 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Online 

Join our virtual Q&A session where nursing education, student services and recruiters from Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System will be online to answer your questions. Bring your questions and receive personalized insights. This is a supportive space to navigate your career journey.

Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL)

*Please note that the class is cancelled for Oct. 1 and 3. 

Tuesday, Oct. 8, 9 to 10 a.m.

Thursday, Oct. 10, 9 to 10 a.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 9 to 10 a.m.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 9 to 10 a.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 22, 9 to 10 a.m.

Thursday, Oct. 24. 9 to 10 a.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 29, 9 to 10 a.m.

Cleveland Park Events Center 

Falls in people ages 65 and older are among the most common injuries in that age population. As a result, many seniors are unable to live an independent lifestyle.

The Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) program is a free fall prevention program that includes a one-hour, twice-per-week group fitness class where all participants work at their own pace. Any person over the age of 50, including those that use walkers or canes, can participate in the SAIL program.

Yoga with Jan

Thursday, Oct. 10, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 24, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center - Spartanburg

Join Dr. Janet LeFrancois, certified yoga therapist and Iyengar yoga teacher, to practice basic to advanced yoga with a focus on cancer patients and survivors. 

Attendees are welcome to bring their own mats, blocks and other yoga tools to the class. If this is your first time attending, a mat and block will be provided for you to use. Registration is required so that we can make space for all attendees.

Healthy and Balanced - Oncology Nutrition Support Group

Monday, Oct. 7, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center - Spartanburg 

Maintaining a healthy weight and consuming a nutrient-rich diet after the completion of cancer treatment can be challenging. With the proper tools and support, you can find a healthy balance while achieving your weight management goals.

Join us monthly and work toward being healthy and balanced. Our nutrition topic this month will be “Grocery Store Tour.” 

This unique offering from the Survivorship Program is available to cancer survivors at no charge.

Music Therapy

Tuesday, Oct. 8, noon to 1 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center - Spartanburg

The Survivorship Program offers monthly opportunities for survivors to fellowship with one another while engaging in music therapy.

Music therapy interventions can target a variety of healthcare goals such as promoting wellness, managing stress, alleviating pain, expressing feelings and emotions, enhancing memory, improving communication, promoting physical rehabilitation, sensory processing and more. Carolina Music Therapy will host this session.

This unique offering from the Survivorship Program is available to cancer survivors at no charge.

Upstate Prostate Cancer Support Group

Tuesday, Oct. 8, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center - Pelham or online

Join us at Gibbs Cancer Center - Pelham or online, every second Tuesday of the month for learning opportunities and time to talk with fellow cancer patients and survivors. Our support group is a safe place to discuss your cancer diagnosis and what you are going through.

This month, Bridgette Aufmuth, with genetic counseling at Gibbs Cancer Center, will discuss genetics and prostate cancer risk.

Table for Two

Wednesday, Oct. 9, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 23, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 30. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Spartanburg Medical Center

A certified lactation specialist facilitates an open, supportive forum to talk about the challenges and joys of breastfeeding in a casual gathering for breastfeeding moms and babies from birth through six months. Meet other mothers, discuss concerns and learn tips on breastfeeding and life with a new baby.

Colorful Cooking at Home: Chinese Medicine and Bone Broth

Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2 to 3 p.m.

Online

Dr. Dawn Garrison of Carolina Family Acupuncture, is in the kitchen to warm our bellies and expand our minds with homemade bone broth, vegetable broth, and a discussion on traditional Chinese medicinal herbs. Dr. Dawn is available with services at Gibbs Cancer Center - Pelham on Wednesdays.

Adding color to your plate with plant foods is one of the most effective ways to feel your best. Colorful Cooking at Home is designed to inspire, educate, and showcase how simple and delicious dishes can be! 

Register to receive the recorded link and recipe even if you are unable to attend live.

Union Prostate Cancer Support Group

Thursday, Oct. 10, 5 to 6 p.m.

Union County Carnegie Library or online

Join us at the Union County Library or online every second Thursday of the month for learning opportunities and time to talk with fellow cancer patients and survivors. Our support group is a safe place to discuss your cancer diagnosis and what you are going through.

This month, Bridgette Aufmuth, with genetic counseling at Gibbs Cancer Center, will discuss genetics and prostate cancer risk.

Prepared Parents: Infant Care  

Thursday, Oct. 10, 6 to 8 p.m.

Spartanburg Medical Center

This course prepares expectant parents for their baby's arrival. Topics include breastfeeding, diapering, bathing, and medical and safety information. A local pediatrician and a perinatal educator will lead this class.

9th Annual Mental Health Symposium

Friday, Oct. 11, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Piedmont Club

Please join Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System and Mental Health America of Spartanburg County in their 9th Annual Mental Health Symposium!

Our mission to reduce stigma is reflected in both our theme and our distinguished lineup of speakers. This year's program features in-depth discussions on critical topics such as traumatic brain injury, human trafficking, nutritional strategies for mental health, marijuana and psychosis and serious mental illness. As in years past, we will recognize achievements in mental health advocacy.

For information on topics and speakers, please click on the registration link. 

Community Blood Pressure Screening 

Monday, Oct. 14, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Senior Action

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure. High blood pressure increases your risk for serious health problems, including stroke and heart attack.

Pelham Medical Center partners with Senior Action Greenville to offer free blood pressure screenings. In addition to having your blood pressure checked, you will receive a tracking card to help keep up with your numbers plus education about what the numbers mean and ways to control hypertension.

Spartanburg Prostate Cancer Support Group

Monday, Oct. 14, 5 to 6 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center-Spartanburg or online

Join us at Gibbs Cancer Center - Spartanburg or online, for learning opportunities and time to talk with fellow cancer patients and survivors. Our support group is a safe place to discuss your cancer diagnosis and what you are going through.

This month, Bridgette Aufmuth with genetic counseling at Gibbs Cancer Center, will discuss genetics and prostate cancer risk.

Breast Cancer Support Group

Monday, Oct. 14, 5:45 to 7 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center - Spartanburg

The Survivorship Program offers a monthly opportunity for breast cancer patients and survivors to connect with one another. This unique offering is available to breast cancer patients and survivors at no charge.

Research shows that taking part in support groups where you both give and receive help is an effective way to reduce the stress and anxiety that can come with a breast cancer diagnosis.

This support group will be led by Gail Ebert, MMFT, LMFT-A, CAMS-II, CPC of Illuminate Therapy, Spartanburg.

Community Blood Pressure Screening 

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 9 to 11 a.m.

Eastside Family YMCA

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure. High blood pressure increases your risk for serious health problems, including stroke and heart attack.

Pelham Medical Center partners with Eastside Family YMCA to offer free blood pressure screenings. In addition to having your blood pressure checked, you will receive a tracking card to help keep up with your numbers plus education about what the numbers mean and ways to control hypertension.

Diabetes Wellness Circle   

Tuesday, Oct. 15, noon to 1 p.m.

Online 

Diabetes Wellness Circle is an online and in-person support group that supports, encourages and educates anyone living with diabetes. Everyone is welcome. Meetings consist of 30-45 minutes of education followed by 15 minutes of discussion. Please join the forum and then stay as long as you are able.   

SRHS Home Health Open House

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 3 to 6 p.m.

SRHS Home Health, 120 Heywood Avenue, Spartanburg

Join us at our home health headquarters, for an open house and meet our dedicated team. Our recruitment team will be on-site to explore exciting career opportunities within our services.

At Spartanburg Regional Home Health, we are proud of our skilled, caring, trustworthy and compassionate experts. Our clinicians visit the patient at home to deliver customized, physician-prescribed care after a hospital stay, illness or injury to help them rehabilitate and achieve their optimal level of independence. They also help manage chronic conditions to help prevent avoidable hospitalizations.

Our team of professionals includes registered nurses, home health aides, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and medical social workers.

Prepared Breastfeeding 

Tuesday, Oct. 15, 6 to 8 p.m.

Spartanburg Medical Center

Our breastfeeding class is an in-depth introduction that includes the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby. In this class, you will learn about milk production, feeding cues, latching techniques, milk storage and problem-solving tips for successful breastfeeding. 

Cardiac Connection – Peripheral Arterial Disease

Thursday, Oct. 16, noon to 1 p.m.

Heart Wellness Center

According to the American Heart Association, Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is present in over 12 million Americans and 200 million individuals worldwide. Join us as Stacie Snyder, MS, RN-BSN shares her knowledge on the topic.

Cardiac Connection is a monthly community group that supports people of all ages who have experienced a cardiovascular event such as a heart attack or stroke, had surgery related to the heart or are at risk for heart disease. Relevant topics and speakers vary each month. Bring your lunch and a friend!

In addition, we offer encouragement and lifestyle improvement activities. You may also connect with others who have had similar experiences. If you or a loved one are interested, please join us.

Ethical Principles & Site Operations: Conducting Ethical Clinical Trial

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 6 to 7 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center-Pelham or online

Please join us for this important discussion and learning opportunity on conducting an ethical clinical trial. The event is sponsored by SOCRA (socra.org) whose purpose is to educate researchers across the Upstate of SC and beyond. This is open to anyone that is conducting clinical trials or those that want to learn more about this topic.

Our presenter is Laura R. Holtz, MS, PMP, CCRP, Senior Quality Specialist, Yale Cancer Center and Clinical Trials Office and Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) President. Laura will demonstrate how to translate the founding ethical principles of clinical research into research processes for researchers and sites.

Weight Loss Surgery - Online Support Group   

Thursday, Oct. 17, noon to 1 p.m.

Online 

This group provides Upstate area support for patients in all phases of the weight loss surgery process. Combined with the help of friends and family members, this support group allows you to network with others who have experienced similar challenges and lifestyle changes after weight loss surgery. Patients who have not yet had surgery are encouraged to attend.   

Baby Lounge 

Thursday, Oct. 17, 1:30 to 3 p.m.

Spartanburg Medical Center

Baby Lounge is a free support group for all women and/or parents to join. It is a safe space to discuss topics of interest, have questions answered by healthcare professionals and to receive support for you and your family. 

We have an area for you to weigh your baby should you wish and an area to self-take your blood pressure. We also have snacks/water and will engage in an informal discussion. We would love to have you join whether you are expecting or have delivered. 

Cooking up Confidence 

Thursday, Oct. 17, 5:45 to 7:15 p.m.

Online

Cook along with various healthcare professionals from Diabetes Education, Food & Nutrition Services, and Cardiology from the comfort of your own home.

Cooking Up Confidence is a series of four virtual cooking classes and will cover a variety of different cooking techniques to make home-prepared meals easier and fun! Recipes can be adapted to meet your family's needs. Ingredients, equipment and recipes will be emailed in advance so you can gather your items by Thursday evenings.

This event will be held on Oct. 17 and 24 and Nov. 7 and 14. Please click on the registration link for more information. 

2024 Interpersonal Violence Conference

Friday, Oct. 18, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

First Baptist North Spartanburg

Join us for a day of education on such topics as orders of protection, domestic violence and criminal court, assessing risk, and more. Lunch is included with your registration, and a limited number of scholarships are available.

Please click on link to view the agenda and to learn more about this conference.  

Advances in Breast Health

Friday, Oct. 18, noon to 1 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center-Pelham

Breast care has seen tremendous advancements in recent years with innovations in early detection, diagnosis, treatment and survival.

Join us for lunch to hear fellowship-trained breast surgeon Dr. Allison Palumbo share information about how to minimize your risk of breast cancer, non-cancerous conditions, treatment options and new surgical techniques available to those facing a diagnosis of breast cancer.

Just the Ticket

Tuesday, Oct. 22, 4 to 5 p.m.

Online

During this comprehensive course offered by Spartanburg Medical Center and Safe Kids of the Piedmont, you will learn about South Carolina's child passenger safety laws, the safest way to secure your child in a vehicle, proper car seat installation, when to update or replace your child's car seat and other safety tips to help keep your child safe on the road.

Attendees who have violations of the child passenger occupant law on their records can receive a certificate of completion as proof of participation. This class is only offered once for child passenger occupant violations.

SRHS RN & LPN New Grad Dinner - Fall 2024

Tuesday, Oct. 22, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System is hosting a new grad dinner for nursing students to celebrate your upcoming graduation!

Join us for dinner and meet and mingle with our esteemed nursing leaders and CNOs from our non-profit healthcare system and let's explore how you can become a valued member of our team!

• Discover career opportunities for RN new grads and defined career paths.
• Explore how you can transition into a nurse role prior to licensure.
• Learn what to expect as a new grad in our transition to practice nurse residency program.
• Stay for dinner, dancing, games, and prizes!

Please click on the link for more information and to RSVP. 

Fall Pumpkin Making Art Class – Cancer Survivors

Tuesday, Oct. 22, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center-Spartanburg

The Survivorship Program offers monthly opportunities for survivors to fellowship with one another while creating art projects. Join us for a pumpkin making art class. 

This session will be hosted by Youmi Efurd from Wofford College.

This unique offering from the Survivorship Program is available to cancer survivors at no charge.

Community Blood Pressure Screening 

Monday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to noon

Middle Tyger YMCA Family Center 

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure. High blood pressure increases your risk for serious health problems, including stroke and heart attack.

Pelham Medical Center partners with Middle Tyger YMCA Family Center to offer free blood pressure screenings. In addition to having your blood pressure checked, you will receive a tracking card to help keep up with your numbers plus education about what the numbers mean and ways to control hypertension.

Cherokee Medical Center Fall Festival 

Thursday, Oct. 24, 3 to 6 p.m.

Cherokee Medical Center

Come join us at this interactive and fun health event. You will have the chance to meet with healthcare professionals and community partners. Bring your family and friends as there is something for everyone - including kids!

• Blood pressure checks
• Nutrition activity - overnight oats!
• United Way of the Piedmont
• Access Health
• ReGenesis
• Inflatable lung tour with Gibbs Cancer Center
• Ambulance tour
• Know2 Food Share boxes
• Mental Health services
• Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab services
• Congestive Heart Failure Clinic
• Hands-only CPR
• Early heart attack care and stroke information

Safe Kids 101 for New and Expecting Parents

Thursday, Oct. 24, 4 to 5 p.m.

Online

This one-hour webinar includes safety topics that will help you keep your child safe and avoid accidents and injuries.

Class information includes information about basic car seat features, installation techniques and how to choose an appropriate car seat based on your child's age, height and weight.

Learn ways to avoid accidents in the home involving fire, burns, drowning, falls and poisonings. Know how to identify safe and unsafe sleep environments for your baby.

Prepared Childbirth   

Thursday, July 25, 6 to 8 p.m.

Spartanburg Medical Center 

Learn everything you need to know about the childbirth process and the options available during pregnancy, labor and delivery. In this class, we provide the information you need to reduce anxiety and help you have a more positive birth experience. Prepared Childbirth is a comprehensive, fact-based and fun class covering various topics about your baby's birthday. 

Spooky Halloween Décor - Art Class for Cancer Survivors

Tuesday, Oct. 29, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center-Spartanburg

The Survivorship Program will be offering monthly opportunities for survivors to fellowship with one another while creating art projects.

Join us for spooky Halloween décor art class. This session will be hosted by Robin Reif from Wofford College.

This unique offering from the Survivorship Program is available to cancer survivors at no charge.

Prepared Childbirth eClass 

Click here to register 

Online

This class provides you with answers to your questions and important information so you can be an active participant in your birth experience. This is an online, self- paced class.

After completing this class, you will be able to:

• Make informed healthcare decisions, from pregnancy through postpartum
• Feel prepared for birth by learning the stages of labor, comfort techniques and common medical procedures
• Identify and communicate your birth preferences with your healthcare team
• Know what to expect from newborn and postpartum care, including important warning signs
• Feel empowered and confident for birth and your parenting journey

Prepared Breastfeeding eClass

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Online

Can’t come to an in-person class? We’ll bring it to you!

Spartanburg Medical Center is happy to provide online, self-paced Understanding Breastfeeding eClasses that you can take conveniently from home.

Our Understanding Breastfeeding eClass is perfect for:

· Parents who need a more flexible schedule

· Parents on bed rest

· Parents who prefer online learning

· Non-English-speaking parents

In this self-paced eClass, you will be provided with information about milk production, feeding cues, latching techniques, milk storage and problem-solving tips for successful breastfeeding.

This class is now available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese and Chinese. Online class participants will choose their language once logged in. You will have access to the program for nine months after purchase.

Prepared Fathers - Understanding Fatherhood eClass 

Click here to register

Online

Can’t come to an in-person class? We’ll bring it to you! 

Spartanburg Medical Center is happy to provide online, self-paced Understanding Fatherhood eClasses that you can take conveniently from home.

With a positive focus on the importance of expectant dads being involved right from the start, you will learn how to support your partner through pregnancy and birth, as well as tips for those first few sleep-deprived months with a newborn. Integrated throughout the class are fun activities and video clips that share the relatable stories of real dads and advice from a fatherhood expert. 

Fatherhood eClass chapters:

· The Importance of Fathers

· The Pregnant Dad: Involved from the Start

· Labor and Delivery: A Dad Is Born

· Baby Care: Dad in Action

· The Postpartum Dad: Emotions & Your Relationship

· Parenting: A Dad's Life

This class is now available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese and Chinese. Online class participants will choose their language once logged in. You will have access to the program for nine months after purchase.

Prepared Grandparents - Understanding Grandparenting eClass 

Click here to register 

Online

Can’t come to an in-person class? We’ll bring it to you! Spartanburg Medical Center is happy to provide online, self-paced Understanding Grandparenting eClasses that you can take conveniently from home.

Expecting a grandchild? This class is for you! While birth and babies haven’t changed, what we know about them has. Now you can prepare yourself for your new role from the comfort of home. This interactive online class covers evidence-based changes in birth, breastfeeding, baby care and infant safety, and it provides ways for new grandparents to offer support and assistance to the new family. In just a few hours you will learn what’s new, refresh what you already know and feel more comfortable when called upon to help care for your grandchild. Get ready to take on one of life’s most rewarding roles!

Prepared Parents - Understanding Your Multiples eClass 

Click here to register

Online

Can’t come to an in-person class? We’ll bring it to you! 

Spartanburg Medical Center is happy to provide online, self-paced eClasses that you can take conveniently from home.

Pregnant with twins or more? Take an interactive online class made just for you!

This class covers everything you need to know about your unique pregnancy, including what to expect from a vaginal or cesarean birth, breastfeeding more than one baby and life at home with multiples. Woven throughout the eClass are fun activities to help you learn and engaging video clips that share the real stories of families with multiples.

Understanding your multiples eClass chapters:

• Pregnancy
• Labor & Delivery
• Breastfeeding
• Postpartum Recovery
• First Weeks at Home