In this community class, you will learn first aid, CPR, and choking management techniques for infants, children, and adults. Community class that meets the CPR and first aid requirements for new teachers and daycare providers.

In this community class, you will learn first aid, CPR, and choking management techniques for infants, children, and adults. Class meets the CPR and first aid requirements for new teachers and daycare providers. Class meets once a week for two weeks.

Join our registered dietitian in the kitchen, making easy, healthy recipes. In each class, you will get to sample the food and learn about nutrition. Depending on class size, you will get to take home some ingredients to make at home and participate hands-on. Classes are held monthly at Community Action House in Holland and are free to community members.

For more information on upcoming classes, email heidi.lynema@corewellhealth.org.

This walking support group is for anyone who is working toward achieving and/or maintaining a healthier lifestyle. Come to walk and discuss challenges and strategies related to healthy eating, weight management, wellness, and handling stress, while getting your steps in for the day! This group is led by a registered dietitian.

We offer a number of car seat safety check events throughout the year. All car seat inspections are free, and a limited number of low-cost replacement car seats are available at all locations for those who qualify. Children who need a replacement seat must be present with a parent or legal guardian.

For members of the general public who want skills to help someone who is developing a mental health challenge or experiencing a mental health crisis.

For members of the general public who want skills to help someone who is developing a mental health challenge or experiencing a mental health crisis.

QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training is a one-hour virtual class that teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and respond using three simple steps: Question, Persuade, and Refer. These skills can help someone connect a person in crisis with appropriate support and resources.

Learning objectives include:

• Increasing awareness and understanding of suicide
• Recognizing common warning signs of suicide
• Learning how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help

This virtual training is available to community members who reside in Ottawa, Kent, and Muskegon counties.

This training is presented in partnership with Arbor Circle.

Designed to prepare students to be safe when they are home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises. Students even get to use manikins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue and CPR! Recommended for 11 years old and up. Class fee includes a safe sitter kit.

Tai Chi is a non-impact, slow, steady form of exercise that is perfect for people with or without arthritis and those at risk of falls. The gentle movements of Tai Chi are very effective at improving energy and overall quality of life.

Proven benefits:

• Improves balance and reduces the risk of falls
• Improves flexibility, muscular strength, and fitness
• Relieves arthritis pain and stiffness
• Enhances mind and body coordination

Fee: Free

Resources for arthritis and fall prevention classes

• Tai Chi for arthritis and fall prevention institute information, free video with warm-ups and instruction of the first form
• Senior Neighbors of Kent County free in-person Tai Chi for arthritis and fall prevention classes

Meet one-on-one with a tobacco treatment specialist to help you decrease or quit tobacco. Call 616.748.2834 to get connected with our tobacco treatment specialist and schedule your first appointment.

Virtual quit 101 cessation classes are free, four-week sessions. Classes are led by a certified tobacco treatment specialist and former smoker.