Health Works

Join guest Terri Lacey, RN, BSN, CEO Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers as she discusses services provided by WMCHC which include primary care, pediatrics, women's health, dental and behavioral health services, in addition to urgent care/walk-in centers for non-life threatening medical needs. For more information visit  Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers | Wayne Memorial Hospital (wm...

Guest Brittany Kimble, RN, IBCLC at WMCHC Women's Health Center, discusses this year's theme,  Enabling breastfeeding: making a difference for working parents.  Brittany shares the education and support services available for breastfeeding mothers or mothers planning to breastfeed. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 570-253-3005 or visit wmh.org.

Guest Anita Avvisato, co-manager of the Wayne County Farmers Market talks about the upcoming event on August 5th. The celebration will include food samples, beekeepers and master gardeners. The Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM in Honesdale by Dave's Super Duper. Visit their Facebook page for details. 

Guest David Mazzenga, public relations manager at VIP discusses services and programs available to individuals who live in Wayne and Pike Counties. VIP strives to educate the community, empower victims of violence and envision a world free of violence. For more information visit their website at www. vipempowers.org

Northern Poconos Mobile Market - Guest Laurel Burns, mobile market manager discusses this new initiative for The Cooperage Project and Wayne Co residents. The mobile market is a way to connect rural residents with fresh local produce in addition to fresh eggs, milk and cheese. Visit their Facebook page or  The Cooperage Project  or call 570-251-1278 for the location schedule. 

Guest Brian W. Dulay, Deputy Fire Chief Hose Co. 1, Honesdale Fire Dept discusses fire safety rules for this holiday weekend. Firefighter Brian talks about fireworks, BBQ safety, brush burning and more. If you experience an emergency, call 911. Visit the PA State Police website at  Fireworks FAQ (pa.gov)  for more information on fireworks rules in PA.

Join guest Cyriacus Anaele MD, Nephrologist at Wayne Memorial Physician Specialty Clinic as he discusses how high blood pressure effects kidney health, ways to keep your kidneys healthy, and treatment options for individuals with kidney disease. For more information on our Physician Specialty Group call 570-253-8601 or visit  www.wmh.org  

Guest Diane Popovich, president of WMH Auxiliary discusses the mission, sponsored events, benefits of becoming a member and more! For more information or to join visit  WMH Auxiliary | Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary  or their Facebook page.

Join guests Amanda Masters and Jess Kjera from The Cooperage Project youth program as they talk about this exciting summer long family fun event sponsored by the Wayne Tomorrow Health and Wellness Task Force. Join the kick-off party on June 13th from 4 - 6 PM to get more information or visit:  Summer Scavenger Hunt for Families | Wayne Tomorrow, PA  for details. 

Guests Karen Thomas, PROSPER field coordinator and Margaret-Ann Gager, parent participant discusses this evidence-based program and the positive changes in has made in Margaret-Ann's family. This interactive, skill-based program is open to families with youths ages 9 - 14. A new 5-week virtual program starts June 19th and an in-person program in the fall at the area school districts. To regist...

Join guest Susie Kasper, National Park Services park ranger at Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River as she discusses how to be safe on the rivers this summer. Life jackets saves lives. Visit:  NPS.gov Homepage (U.S. National Park Service)  or https://facebood.com/updeNPS for more information. 

Guest Pat Mohn, office manager from Wayne County Penn State Extension reviews safety guidelines, proper tick removal, tick testing and more. For more information visit:  Ticks | Ticks | CDC  or  Lyme & Tick-Borne Disease Testing & Statistics | PA Tick Research Lab (ticklab.org)   or call Penn State Ext at 570-253-5970 ext. 4110

Guest Todd J. Holmes, MD, medical director of the Wayne Memorial Hospital Emergency Department (ED) discusses WMH Certified Stroke Center.  Learn about risks factors and how to reduce these risks for having a stroke. Visit:  American Stroke Association  for more information. 

Guest Chandra Roberts, BSN, RN, MHA, Chief of Patient Care Services at Wayne Memorial Hospital discusses this year's theme, You Make a Difference. Learn about careers in nursing and other areas of WMH. For more information on careers at WMH, visit www.wmh.org

Join guests JoAnna Van Tine, NAMI Northeast Region PA and David Hartung, Wayne County System of Care as they share upcoming events to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. Visit  Wayne County, PA | Official Website (waynecountypa.gov)  for events. Visit NAMI at  HOME | naminepa  for resources and information on mental health. 

Join guest April Clark, case manager Wayne County Area Agency on Aging (WCAA) as she talks about this year's theme, Aging Unbound. Learn more about showcasing your talent at one of the three Wayne County senior centers, on May 17th. For more information call WCAA at 570-253-5540. 

Guest Janene Dubois, PPS coordinator at WMH Inpatient Rehabilitation Center discusses the Parkinson's support group as well as the Stroke support group at WMH. These groups are free to attend! For more information contact Janene at 570-253-8395 or visit www.wmh.org

Join guest Kimberly Emick, Occupational Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist at Wayne Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Services. Learn about OT services and treatment available for individuals who need lymphedema therapy. For more information contact: Rt 6 Rehab at 570-253-7322 or Delaware Street Rehab at 570-253-7325 or visit www.wmh.org. 

Guest Brittney Tunilo, PhD, LPC, CSOTP, TF-CBT, EMDT Trained, gives a glimpse at this wonderful event taking place on Friday, April 21, 2023, at Ladore Conference Center. Enjoy a day fill with a variety of workshops to enrich your life. To register, call Jean Tuttle at 570-253-8990. WOLS sponsored by WMH and WMH Auxiliary. 

Join guest Ricky Korb, BS, Wellbeing Initiative program coordinator as he discusses programs and classes that enhance and support your emotional, mental and overall wellness. Programs include music therapy, sound therapy, social groups and more. Programs are held at the Wayne County YMCA and are free to the community. For more information call 570-253-2083 or visit  Well-being Initiative (wcymca.c...

Guests Janelle Martinez, WMH nutrition intern and Barbara Pratt, manager WMH Nutrition Services Department discusses this year's theme for National Nutrition Month, Fuel for the Future - eat with sustainability in mind. For more information on NNM visit: eatright.org or call WMH Nutrition Services at 570-253-8164.

Join guest Rebecca Mead and Kyle Davis, Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers' Outreach & Enrollment coordinators as they discuss the ending of continuous coverage and the importance of renewing Medicaid and CHIP coverage starting April 1, 2023. Call WMCHC Outreach & Enrollment at 570-251-6569 or 570-251-6554 or visit DHS website  COMPASS - DHS.pa.gov  for d...

Join our guest Clifford Carrol, MD, FACP, FACG, FASGE, board certified Gastroenterology at Wayne Memorial's Physician Specialty Clinic while he discusses the importance of screening for colon cancer, new age guideline, risk factors, and more. For more information on Wayne Memorial's gastroenterology services, call the Physician Specialty Clinic at 570-253-8601 or visit wmh...

Guests Clarissa Wimmers, WC food pantry coordinator and Dave Hartung, WC Integrated Services Specialist discusses the changes to the program guidelines, addition of pop pantries, pantry newsletter, opportunities to volunteer or donate to the Farms to Family fund. For more information call 570-253-4262, opt 0 or visit:  Food Pantry Program | Wayne County, PA (waynecountypa.gov)

Guest Larisa Yusko, SHARE housing counselor, discusses an affordable housing choice for homeowners who want to share their home with home seekers. Call 570-832-5133 for info.