October - Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Early breast cancer usually doesn't cause symptoms.  But as a tumor grows, it can change how the breast looks or feels.  You should see your health care provider about any symptom that does not go away.  Most often, these symptoms are not due to cancer.  Another health problem could cause them.  As always, it is extremely important for women to get mamograms as specifidied by their age or family history.  (Read more ...)

Meet Your Parish Nurse
Hi!  I'm Liz Neterval.  Many have not heard of a Parish Nurse. You may ask what do I do? I am a registered nurse, helping church members and the community to balance the health care system with spirituality. I am considered a member of the church program staff and attend weekly staff meetings. My ministry falls under Congregational Life.

Referrals 

• Pastoral care

• Mental health and community agencies

• Hospice and home health

• Specialists

• Web sites

Equipment

• Medical equipment, such as wheel chairs, canes, walkers, seat elevators, are available for loan.  See me or church staff for use as there is a release to sign.

• First aid kits and AED are maintained.

Education

• This web page is updated monthly with the latest information or topics.

• Newsletters are sent to moms in the congregation 4-6 times a year on parenting and health topics.

• Information is provided on the Health Ministries bulleten board, in the News and Views and in the weekly e-mails sent out by the church.

• Church groups receive education on a varity of topics.

• Speakers are brought in to address groups.

• Individual experiencing a new diagnosis can receive informaiton.

• Books are available in the Health Ministries office and various pamphlets are available there also.  I work with the Christain Education Team to procure education media for the library on topics such as grief, parenting and elder care.

Programming

• Coordinate/schedule  flu shots, blood drives, classes and training.

• Organize annual Valentine Dinners as a way for couples to gather and strengthen their convenants to each other.

Contact me with your questions or concerns!