Baptist Healthy Communities

If you are interested in signing up for Baptist Healthy Communities and have not already done so, please visit baptistcommunities.org. For more information or to make sure your faith organization or community agency is on our list, please contact us at 901-227-3512 or annmarie.wallace@bmhcc.org

Health News and Information

Alzheimer’s Caregiver's Survival Guide

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease can be physically challenging, emotionally draining and isolating. On Saturday, Nov. 16, Baptist Memorial Health Care Foundation and Page Robbins will partner to offer a free workshop for caregivers. The Alzheimer’s Caregiver's Survival Guide will provide practical tips from a national expert and local resources and support services. For more information or to register, please call 901-227-7123.

Health Tips

A popular heartburn medicine was recently recalled and a number of pharmacies have pulled it from their shelves. Learn why and if it affects you.

Elaine Jewell Mason was born three months early and weighed just 1.25 pounds — that’s a little bigger than a pound of butter.  This micro preemie’s remarkable story of survival will inspire you! Read about it here.

Read this Better Health blog post to get the answer to six common questions about breast cancer. You’ll probably want to share this article with a friend!

Watch Susan G. Komen Memphis-MidSouth Mississippi CEO Elaine Hare share “5 Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Risk for Breast Cancer.”

Visit Baptist’s Better Health blog for more health tips or information.

Resources

Gear Up for Outside Fun at Shelby Farms

Ride bikes. Walk. Run. Even kayak!

Recognized as one of the largest urban parks in the country, Shelby Farms Park is a true gem for Memphians. Families can enjoy many fun and affordable or even free activities at this park all year long. Explore more activities at Shelby Farms.

Universal Parenting Places

Universal Parenting Places are judgment-free zones where parents can receive professional counseling, information and emotional support. These facilities are open to all parents at no cost. For more information, please visit theupps.org.

Diabetes Education and Support

Baptist's Diabetes Education Center offers diabetes management programs and services at the Baptist Medical Group Outpatient Care Center. Counseling and classes are available for youths and adults who are at risk of developing diabetes, newly diagnosed with diabetes or dealing with diabetes during pregnancy. For more information, please call 901-757-3428 or visit baptistonline.org.

Baptist Operation Outreach Clinic for the Homeless

Did you know Baptist is one of the largest providers of health care for the homeless in Memphis, Tennessee? In partnership with Christ Community Health Services, Baptist Operation Outreach provides free acute and primary care, disease management support, medication, prevention information and transportation to and from medical appointments to Memphians without permanent housing.

If you know of someone without permanent housing who needs health care or help accessing resources, please refer them to Baptist Operation Outreach by calling 901-842-3167 or visiting the webpage. 

Stay Up To Date

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Mark These Dates On Your Calendar

Please visit Events at Baptist for a full schedule of events or for more information.

Community Events

Project Homeless Connect
Thursday, October 17, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pipkin Building
940 Early Maxwell Blvd.
Memphis, TN 38104

Recognized as one of the largest service opportunities of its kind, Project Homeless Connect - Memphis provides services and resources for the homeless under one roof. During this annual event, local agencies, providers, community partner and volunteers come together to create a “one-stop shop” for individuals experiencing homelessness. Please share this information with anyone who you know might need assistance. Please click here for more information.

Rev. Jimmy Terry Preaching Series: It's All About Jesus
Featuring Pastor Keith Norman
Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Dr. H. Edward Garrett Sr. Auditorium
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis Campus
6027 Walnut Grove Road

Pastor Keith Norman of First Baptist Church—Broad will deliver a 30-minute sermon for Baptist’s Rev. Jimmy Terry Preaching Series. This 30-minute sermon will focus on Jesus and will be broadcast to all Baptist Memorial hospitals. You can attend in person or watch the video on baptistonline’s Facebook page.

Baptist Mobile Mammography Unit at Komen Race Store
Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Carrefour Parking Lot
6645 Poplar Ave.
Germantown, TN 38138

Baptist’s mobile mammography unit will be in the Carrefour parking lot at the Memphis Komen Race Store on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Anyone can schedule a mammogram. Please call 901-227-PINK (7465) to schedule an appointment or to find out if you’re eligible for financial assistance through a grant fund.

2019 Susan G. Komen Memphis-MidSouth Race for the Cure
Certified 5K and Family Fun 1-Mile Walk
Saturday, October 26, 2019
AutoZone Park
200 Union Ave.
Memphis, TN 38103

Baptist is a sponsor and supporter of the 2019 Komen Memphis Race for the Cure. The event helps raise funds for breast cancer research, diagnosis, care and advocacy. In fact, Baptist uses Komen grant funds to provide breast cancer screenings for women who are uninsured or underinsured in the area. For more information or to join one of Baptist’s teams, click here.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver's Survival Guide
Saturday, November 16, 2019
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Dr. H. Edward Garrett Sr. Auditorium
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis Campus
6027 Walnut Grove Road
Memphis, TN 38120

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease can be physically challenging, emotionally draining and isolating. Baptist Memorial Health Care Foundation and Page Robbins will partner to offer a free workshop for caregivers. The Alzheimer’s Caregiver Survival Guide will provide practical tips from a national expert and local resources and support services. Call 901-227-7123 to register or for more information.

Rev. Jimmy Terry Preaching Series: It's All About Jesus
Featuring Pastor Michael C. Ellis Sr.
Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Dr. H. Edward Garrett Sr. Auditorium
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis Campus
6027 Walnut Grove Road
Memphis, TN 38120

Pastor Michael C. Ellis Sr. of Impact Baptist Church & Ministries will deliver a 30-minute sermon for Baptist’s Rev. Jimmy Terry Preaching Series. The 30-minute sermon will focus on Jesus and will be broadcast to all Baptist Memorial hospitals. You can attend in person or watch on baptistonline’s Facebook page. 

Get Connected

For more information, or to make sure your faith organization is on our list, please call 901-227-3512 or email Ann Marie Wallace at annmarie.wallace@bmhcc.org.