COMMUNITY CONNECTION CALENDAR
We value staying connected with our local community. View the calendar to stay updated on events happening at our hospital and in the surrounding areas.
CLASSES & EDUCATION GROUPS
Babysitting 101
Babysitting 101 is a course designed for 5th, 6th and 7th graders to learn how to play with kids, care for babies, address first aid and emergency situations and become a HERO in the eyes of a kid! The course is taught by a health care professional and is the class is a total of 6 hours in length. Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter classes are offered, the cost is $15 and includes class materials, drink & snack.
Pre-registration is required, and the class size is limited to 20 participants. To register, please contact our Community Outreach Coordinator at (419) 394-6132.
Childbirth Education
Our Saturday education classes include topics such as warning signs during pregnancy, stages of labor, pain management options, cesarean section, labor stations, mother and baby care, as well as a virtual tour of our beautiful birthing center. All classes are from 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM in the Grand Lake Medical Office Conference Room.
Breastfeeding Classes
To register for either the childbirth education or breastfeeding classes, please call the Birthing Center at 419-394-3335 (ext 2419) or email OBeducation@jtdmh.org with your name, due date and what class date you are wanting to sign up for. You will receive a reply within 2-3 weeks.
All offers are free to those choosing to deliver at Grand Lake Health System. Pre-registration is required as classes can fill up quickly.
Drug Take Back Program
Grand Lake Health System, the Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office and Mercer County Sheriff’s Office can safely dispose of unused or expired prescription and nonprescription medications. These medications are for residential/household medications only. No needles, syringes, lancets, thermometers, aerosol cans, bloody or infectious waste, empty containers, personal hygiene products, hydrogen peroxide or IV bags. Medications can be dropped off at Grand Lake Health System in the drug disposal box in the front lobby or a the County Sheriff’s offices.
The service is available every day; no appointment is required, and this service is free and anonymous.
- Grand Lake Health System – 200 Saint Clair Street, St. Marys, OH 45885 – Main Lobby
- Mercer County Sheriff Office – 4835 State Route 29, Celina, OH 45822
- Auglaize County Sheriff Office – 1051 Dearbaugh Avenue, Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Make Believe Hospital
For many children, a hospital can be a scary place. But studies show that children who have been prepared prior to hospitalization respond better to treatment and to the entire experience. “Make Believe Hospital,” a program now in its 39th year at Grand Lake
Health System, familiarizes kindergartners with hospital procedures in a fun, relaxed way. Fourteen schools from nearby communities participate, and more than 1,000 kindergartners visit each year.
2025 Program Dates:
- April 7
- April 8
- April 9
- April 10
For more information, please contact the Community Outreach Coordinator at 419-394-6132.
SCREENING & SUPPORT GROUPS
Senior Health Awareness Series (North YMCA – Celina)
Parkinson’s Support Group
Senior Health Awareness Series (South YMCA – Minster)
Parkinson’s Support Group
Senior Health Awareness Series (North YMCA – Celina)
Diabetic Support Group
Diabetic Support Group
Senior Health Awareness Series (South YMCA – Minster)
Blood pressure screenings
At Grand Lake Health System, we believe in the health and well-being of our community. We offer free blood pressure screenings throughout Auglaize and Mercer County.
Blood Pressure Screening – New Bremen Senior Center
Blood Pressure Screening – ACCA St. Marys
Blood Pressure Screening – St. Marys Library
Blood Pressure Screening – Celina North YMCA
Blood Pressure Screening – Minster South YMCA
Blood Pressure Screening – Celina North YMCA
Blood Pressure Screening – ACCA St. Marys
Blood Pressure Screening – St. Marys Library
HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENTS
Walk with a Doc
Women’s Health Series – Reproductive Health Awareness
Women’s Walk for Wellness
Walk with a Doc
Child Wellness Event
Walk with a Doc
Women’s Health Series – GYN Wellness & Menopausal Care
SIDS Awareness Walk/Run
HEalth & Wellness Challenges
Grand Health Challenge
The Grand Health Challenge aims to promote public health and encourage participants to adapt to a healthier lifestyle. Take the first step towards a healthier you!
Registration for the 2025 challenge is now closed.
Road to Fitness
Road to Fitness is revamped to a smaller scale for your to obtain more points and win more prizes! The 2025 Road to Fitness runs from January to November and consists of a number of races and you earn points by participating in them or doing classes at the North, South & Otterbein YMCA.
