Community
2013 Community Events
Montefiore is committed to helping members of the communities we serve take care of their health.
It’s why we regularly sponsor and host events that offer health-related information, provide free health screenings, allow people to share ideas and the like. Consider the events below to find one that suits your needs:
Sickle Cell Awareness Day
SAVE THE DATE - The Bronx Blood Research Fund is proud to host its first Sickle Cell Awareness Day. Please join us to learn more about living with Sickle Cell Disease.
- FREE oxygen saturation testing
- Knowledgeable advice from experts on sickle cell disease
- Prizes and giveaways
Special appearance by Championship Boxer Eddie Gomez
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013,10:00am – 2:00pm
Where: 111 East 210th Street (East Gardens), Bronx, NY 10467
For more information or to register, call 718-430-2186. Download flyer
BOLD: Bronx Oncology Living Daily - Program Events
Bronx Oncology Living Daily (BOLD) is a free program of wellness workshops designed to enhance the health & well-being of those affected by cancer in the Bronx community. BOLD is hosting events in May at:
- The Center for Radiation Therapy (1625 Poplar Street - 2nd floor conference room)
- Montefiore Medical Park (1695 Eastchester Road - 1st floor conference room),
- Lubin Cafeteria - Albert Einstein College of Medicine's Forchheimer Building (1300 Morris Park Ave.)
- Gottesman Library - Albert Einstein College of Medicine's Forchheimer Building (1300 Morris Park Ave.)
- Conference Room - Albert Einstein College of Medicine (1521 Jarrett Place)
See the full listing of BOLD events:
Live Better - Chronic Kidney Disease Workshop
If you, or a family member, has chronic kidney disease, attend these free educational workshops and learn about treatment, nutrition and medication choices.
Where: MMG - Greene Medical Arts Pavilion
3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 2nd Floor
Bronx, NY 10467
When: Thursday, June 20 - includes the following four workshops:
- Your Kidney and Kidney Disease - 1pm to 2pm
- Managing Kidney Disease through Medication - 2pm to 3pm
- Treatment Options - 3pm to 4pm
- Nutrition and Kidney Disease - 4pm to 5pm
Where: MMG Grand Concourse
2532 Grand Concourse, 2nd Floor
Bronx, NY 10458
When: Wednesday, June 26 - includes the following three workshops:
- Your Kidney and Kidney Disease - 1pm to 2pm
- Treatment Options - 2pm to 3pm
- Nutrition and Kidney Disease - 3pm to 4pm
Diabetes and Healthy Eating Workshop
Attendees at these free workshops, offered by the Montefiore Care Organization (CMO), will receive hands-on information on the connections between eating healthy and diabetes.
Where: MMG Grand Concourse
2532 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10458
When: Thursday, June 20 (4pm to 6pm)
Where: Co-op City Community Center
177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor, Room 8
Bronx, NY 10475
When: Tuesday, June 18 (4pm to 6pm)
Where: MMG Bronx East
2300 Westchester Avenue
Bronx, NY 10462
When: Tuesday, June 25 (4pm to 6pm - English)
Tuesday, June 25 (2pm to 4pm - Spanish)
Where: Yonkers Public Library
1500 Central Park Avenue, Projection Room
Yonkers, NY 10710
When: Friday, June 21 (1pm to 3pm)
Adolescent Weight Reduction Surgery Program
Weight reduction surgery may be the right choice for some adolescents. Our information seminar is open to 16-21 year olds and gives them the opportunity to learn more about the benefits and risks of bariatric surgery. Our experts will present facts about the procedure and answer questions from guests.
Interested participants are encouraged to bring family members, as the weight loss program is comprehensive and includes surgery as well as behavioral, nutritional, and lifestyle changes. Please, no children under 12 years of age.
Where: Tishman Learning Center, Moses Division
111 East 210th Street
Bronx, NY 10467 (enter on Gun Hill Road)
When: Tuesday, July 16 (4:30 pm)
Info: 718-920-4800
