For the month of May
 
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital Updates
 
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital Achieves Magnet Designation

On April 22, Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital officially received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program, marking the culmination of a four-year journey for the hospital. Magnet is the highest designation for nurses both nationally and internationally, with less than 10% of hospitals nationwide receiving this recognition. Thank you to all our community members who helped make this designation possible. To learn more about the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program, visit its website. Watch Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital’s Chief Nursing Officer Stefanie Roberts Newman in an interview with Civic Center TV here.
Parking Structure now open!

You may have noticed the latest addition to our campus is officially open! This new five-story structure opened at the end of December and features over 600 new parking spaces with 24 handicap spaces. This structure is free to all patients and visitors so be sure to check it out on your next visit!
 
Community Programming at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital
 
Infant Care Class Online - Live
May 13 | 6-8:30 p.m.
Virtual event
$25; registration required
This live online class will discuss a variety of topics including newborn characteristics and procedures, crying, bathing, safe sleep, and more. We will also demonstrate an infant bath in this class. For more information, contact Sarah Lavery at (248) 325-0037.
 
DIA Healing Arts Gallery Talk: Ordinary People by Extraordinary Artists
May 14 | Noon-1 p.m.
Virtual event
Free; no registration required, click this link to join.
The Detroit Institute of Arts' virtual Behind the Seen program brings insight and engagement about the DIA's collection from the museum to your home. Presented by trained Detroit Institute of Arts teaching volunteer Carlene VanVoorhies, each free 45-minute presentation covers a different part of the DIA's well-renowned art collection. For more information, contact Megan Winkel at mwinkel1@hfhs.org.
 
Trans-Voice Virtual Support Group
May 14 | 2nd Tuesday of each month | 7-8 p.m.
Virtual event
Free; registration required
Voice is an important part of who we are. It’s the instrument through which we communicate and express ourselves — including how we convey our personalities and gender identities. For many transgender individuals, having a voice that corresponds with their gender identity can reduce stress and anxiety and assist in the transition process. We are offering a support group for the transgender community to find your most authentic voices. Please be sure to sign up at least 24 hours beforehand. All meeting times are set to ET. For more information, contact FindYourVoice@hfhs.org.
 
7th Annual Human Trafficking Seminar
May 17 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital – Demonstration Kitchen
$20; registration required
Healthcare providers and professionals are in a unique position to assess for human trafficking and domestic and sexual violence and help people access critical resources. This conference is designed for all who are interested in learning more about human trafficking, how we can all make a difference, and will include information on available community resources. Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit is available for health practitioners
 
Art in Bloom
May 17 | 10-11:30 a.m.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital – Ravitz Atrium
Free; registration required
Unleash your creativity and embark on a transformative journey with Art in Bloom, Henry Ford Cancer's latest art therapy offering at Henry Ford West Bloomfield. This group offers a supportive environment where those diagnosed with cancer and their loved ones can engage in therapeutic art activities guided by a professional art therapist. Join us in discovering the healing power of art.
 
Mid-Day Meditation
Every Tuesday | Noon-12:30 p.m.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital – Quiet Atrium
Free; no registration required
Restore, renew, and revitalize with 30 minutes of guided meditation and gentle seated yoga postures. Please arrive on time to enjoy the full benefits and to ensure the tranquility of this experience. Class space may be limited so please arrive early. No equipment necessary.
 
Yoga
Re-VITAlize
Every Tuesday | 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital – Yoga studio
$15; registration required
Restore, renew, and revitalize with a slow flow. Exhale out tension; inhale renewed energy. This class is designed to reduce stress with yoga postures, breathing, and meditation. Some experience with yoga is recommended, but not required.
 
Yoga for Wellness
Every Thursday | 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital – Yoga Studio
$15; registration required
The therapeutic benefits of yoga improve strength and flexibility in body and mind. In addition to strengthening and improving elasticity of the muscles, yoga builds bone density and studies show that yoga improves lymphatic function, boosting the immune system. The use of yoga postures, breath work, and meditation are tools to move toward greater health and well-being.
 
Chair Yoga
Every Thursday | Noon-1 p.m. 
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital – Yoga Studio
$15; registration required
Join our certified yoga therapist for a series of seated yoga classes. Learn how adaptive yoga can improve respiration techniques and pain management.
 
C.A.R.E. Program Virtual Classes
The classes and support group dates/times have been updated through June 2024. Registration is available at: www.henryford.com/caregiverwellness. All classes and events are offered in partnership with iCare4U ERG and are open to employees, patients, caregivers, friends, family, and the community. A link to join the session with login instructions will be emailed to you. Email CaregiverResources@hfhs.org with questions or call toll-free 866-574-7530. The most recent Henry Ford C.A.R.E. Program Virtual classes and events flyer is attached.
 
Find Us in the Community
 
2024 Greater West Bloomfield Michigan Week Community Awards Breakfast
Friday, May 10 | 7 a.m.
Temple Israel, 5725 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield
Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital is proud to be presenting sponsor at Michigan Week featuring hospital President Shanna Johnson as event emcee. With this year’s theme, “Volunteers make the world go round,” Michigan Week celebrates local community achievement and volunteerism. Although registration has closed, we hope to see many of you at this popular and important annual event.

Common Urology Conditions as We Age
Thursday, May 16 | Noon-1 p.m.
Birmingham Next | 2121 Midvale St., Birmingham
$5 for non-members; registration required
Dr. Jamil will discuss urological conditions that affect both men and women. For women, he will cover urinary urgency, frequency, and incontinence. For men, he will discuss prostate cancer screening and systems and management of an enlarged prostate. Come prepared to learn and ask questions! Light lunch provided.
 
Greater Farmington Health & Wellness Expo
Saturday, May 18 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Farmington Farmers Market | 33113 Grand River Ave, Farmington MI
Join Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital for a day out at the market. Stop by our booth for a free blood pressure check, prizes, and a chance to meet our medical experts. We will also have heart health recipes available so you can find the perfect produce to cook health and delicious meals with the wonderful items available at the farmer’s market. Find more information about the Farmington Farmer’s Market here. Be sure to stop by and say hi!
 
Did you know …
Henry Ford-GoHealth facilities make it easier than ever for patients to be seen quickly and easily by a highly skilled provider? Visit our two local GoHealth facilities at 259 Haggerty Road in Commerce and 6901 Orchard Lake Rd. in West Bloomfield. Visits can be in person and virtual and are perfect for non-life threatening conditions including flu, fever, earaches, insect bites, sprains, simple fractures, eye injuries and cuts requiring stiches. For all Henry Ford-GoHealth locations visit gohealthuc.com/henry-ford.