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At Community Hospital San Bernardino, we help you live a whole-hearted life by providing a variety of classes and resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Find out how we can help you, below.

We offer two great options for support and education to help you in your health journey. While the Health Education Center offers classes and support in a group setting, free of charge, our Family Wellness Center can work with your insurance and primary care physician to provide personalized education, health plans, support, and resources to help you live your best life.

Family Wellness Center

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Located in the Health Education Center, the Family Wellness Center offers personalized, one-on-one healthcare support covered by your insurance. You can talk to your doctor to get a referral or you can contact us for help with insurance paperwork and physician referrals. 

These programs are scheduled on a one-on-one basis. Call (909) 806-1922 to make your appointment or to learn more today.

Transcutaneous Bilirubin (TCB) Assessment
This is a jaundice level assessment that uses a painless skin-surface level testing method which provides instant results for newborns up to two weeks of age.

Nutrition Consultation
If your child is underweight, overweight, or a picky eater, one of our registered dietitians can help provide education on a healthy diet, develop customized meal plans, and work with you and your little one to help them regain their health through eating. 

Our programs are ADA (American Diabetes Association) recognized.

These programs are scheduled on a one-on-one basis. Call (909) 806-1922 to make your appointment or to learn more today.

Personal Diabetes Consultation
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, our Diabetes experts can provide an in-depth discussion about blood sugar monitoring, medication management, and lifestyle adjustments such as diet and exercise, all aimed at achieving optimal diabetes control.

Nutrition Consultation
If you are underweight, overweight, or just want to lower your cholesterol our registered dietitian can help provide education on a healthy diet, develop customized meal plans, and help you regain your health through eating.

Our programs are ADA (American Diabetes Association) recognized.

These programs are scheduled on a one-on-one basis. Call (909) 806-1922 to make your appointment or to learn more today.

This program is designed for individuals with diabetes who are pregnant or who have developed diabetes during their pregnancy. Our expert nurses will collaborate with your doctor to develop customized meal plans, exercise regimens, blood sugar monitoring, and medication adjustments. 

Our customized program includes referrals to a free prepared childbirth program, lactation education, and care of the newborn. Included in this program, a baby shower is hosted for all of the participants.

We are a CPSP (Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program) provider which means we work with your OBGYN doctor to provide comprehensive specialized care for you during pregnancy and up to one year postpartum.

Our programs are ADA (American Diabetes Association) recognized.

These programs are scheduled on a one-on-one basis. Call (909) 806-1922 to make your appointment or to learn more today.

Health Education Center

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Free classes and support groups are offered to anyone who wants to improve their health or wellness. This includes maternity tours and birthing classes, diabetes, CPR, asthma care, healthy cooking classes and more.

Call (909) 806-1816 to learn more about our classes or to reserve a place in one of the programs below.

*Note: Breastfeeding support is offered in a one-on-one setting by reservation. 

Ofrecemos algunas clases en español, apoyo de traducción para otras clases y folletos bilingües para que pueda aprender en el idioma que le resulte más cómodo.

Las ofertas actuales en español incluyen:

  • Clases de preparación al parto 1 & 2 en español: El Método del Parto Preparado es una preparación física y psicológica para el parto que aborda técnicas de trabajo de parto, lactancia materna y temas relacionados con el recién nacido.
  • Apoyo a la lactancia materna en español: Haga una cita para recibir apoyo personalizado y formación sobre lactancia materna.
  • Se pueden organizar servicios de traducción para todas las demás clases. Los temas de las clases incluyen formación en RCP, clases de diabetes y clases de cocina saludable. Llame para obtener más información.
  • Se ofrecen folletos en inglés y español.

Para más información, llame a Faviola Garcia-Robles al (909) 806-1816.

Maternity Tour (In-person and virtual tours offered)
In-Person Tour - Tuesday | May 7  (Offered the second Tuesday of every month at Community Hospital of San Bernardino)
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Virtual Tour - Wednesday | May 8
Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Join us to learn more about delivering your baby at Community Hospital of San Bernardino. This program includes a tour of the labor and delivery and postpartum units, as well as an opportunity to hear from hospital staff.
Registration required. Click to register.
Download the flyer to learn more.

Bootcamp for New Dads
Saturday | May 11
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

Prepared Childbirth Classes 1&2
Friday May 10

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

This two-part class teaches the prepared Childbirth Method which is a physical and psychological preparation for childbirth that addresses laboring techniques, breastfeeding, and newborn topics.
Registration required. Click to register.

Breastfeeding Support
Thursdays | May 9, 14, 16, 23, 28 and 30.

By appointment only. Call (909) 806-1816 to schedule an appointment.

Infant & Child CRP
Friday | May 17 
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Free Diaper Distribution
Tuesday | May 21
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
1725 Western Avenue

Free Diaper for residents of San Bernardino County
Pañales gratis para los residentes del condado de San Bernardino
Registration required. Click to register.

 

For questions on any maternity or child health class or tour, please call Faviola Garcia-Robles at (909) 806-1816.

Diabetes Bascis 

Saturday | May 11
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

This class is for individuals who want to learn more about diabetes and prevention.
Registration required. Click to register.

Blood Pressure

Saturday | May 11
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

Asthma Basics
Monday | May 13
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

Heart Health - Cholesterol and Your Heart
Wednesday | May 15 
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

Suicide Prevention
Monday | May 20
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

Nature's Therapy - Gardening for Well-Being

Wednesday | May 22
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

Friends and Family CPR 
Friday | May 17
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

Lestonnac Free Clinic

Thursday | May 23

Akoma Unity Center 1367 N California St. San Bernardino, CA 92411

10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

First Aid 

Non-Certified

Friday | May 31
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

For questions on any health education class, please call Faviola Garcia-Robles at (909) 806-1816.

Cooking Matters - Yes! To Fruits and Veggies

Monday | May 13 
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

 

Nutrtion Facts - Learn to Read Labels

Wednesday | May 15
11:00 a.m. - 13:00 p.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

 

Nutrion Basics - Using My Plate Method

Monday | May 20

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

 

Weight Management

Wednesday | May 29
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

 

Cooking Matters - No Meal Time Madness

Wednesday | May 29
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Registration required. Click to register.

Stay tuned for upcoming classes and events. New classes will be offered soon.

Health Education and Family Wellness Center

Location Information
Health Education and Family Wellness Center
1725 Western Avenue
San Bernardino, CA 92411

Details & Directions »

Family Wellness Center Phone Number: (909) 806-1922
Health Education Center Phone Number: (909) 806-1816
Click here to visit the Health Education Center Eventbrite page.

Come Join Us

Location Information
Health Education and Family Wellness Center
1725 Western Avenue
San Bernardino, CA 92411

Details & Directions »

Family Wellness Center Phone Number: (909) 806-1922

Health Education Center Phone Number: (909) 806-1816
Click here to visit the Health Education Center Eventbrite page.

Maternity Tour
(In-person and virtual tours offered)

In-Person Tour - Tuesday January 9 and February 13 (Offered the second Tuesday of every month at Community Hospital of San Bernardino)
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Virtual Tour - Wednesday | January 10 and February 14 (Offered the second Thursday of every month via Zoom)
Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Join us to learn more about delivering your baby at Community Hospital of San Bernardino. This program includes a tour of the labor and delivery and postpartum units, as well as an opportunity to hear from hospital staff.
Registration required.