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SUMMARY:AARP Driver Safety Program
DESCRIPTION:Bitterroot Health Located at 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, will host an ALL NEW AARP Driver Safety Program on Friday\, March 27th\, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This new safe driving course is designed for drivers age 50 and over\, all drivers are welcome. The new program features laws specific to Montana\, Defensive Driving\, Winter Driving and new Vehicle Technologies. There are no driving tests or written exams\, and Montana mandates insurance discounts for qualified drivers. Issued Certificates are good for 3 years! Class fees are $20.00 for AARP members; $25.00\, for non-members. Class size is limited; pre-registration is advised. \nFor Class sign up: Call Hamilton Insurance at: 406-363-6583. For further info: Call: Thom Ainsworth\, Instructor\, at 406-369-0149.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/aarp-driver-safety-program/
LOCATION:Bitterroot Health\, 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Driver Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:Bitterroot Health (formerly Marcus Daly Hospital)\, Located at 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, is hosting an ALL NEW 2024 AARP Driver Safety Course on Friday\, October 25\, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This all new safe driving course is designed for drivers age 50 and over\, all drivers are welcome. The program features new laws and updates specific to Montana\, Defensive Driving\, Winter Driving\, new Vehicle Technologies to name a few. Class size is limited; pre-registration is advised. There are no tests or written exams and\, Montana mandates insurance discounts for qualified drivers. Certificates are now good for three years! Class fee: $20.00\, AARP members; $25.00\, for non-members. For class sign up\, call Hamilton Insurance at 406-363-6583. For further information\, call Thom Ainsworth\, Instructor\, at 406-369-0149.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/driver-safety-course-7/
LOCATION:Bitterroot Health\, 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Driver Safety Course
DESCRIPTION:Your Bitterroot Health (formerly Marcus Daly Hospital)\, located at 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, will host an ALL NEW 2023 AARP Driver Safety Course on Friday\, February 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. While this new safe driving course is designed for drivers age 50 and over\, all drivers are welcome. The new program features laws and up-dates specific to Montana\, Defensive Driving\, Winter Driving\, new Vehicle Technologies to name a few. Class size is limited; pre-registration is advised. There are no driving tests or written exams and Montana mandates insurance discounts for qualified drivers. Certificates are good for 3 years! Class fee: $20.00\, AARP members; $25.00\, for non-members. For class sign up\, call Jones Korman Insurance a 406-363-6583. For further information\, call Thom Ainsworth\, Instructor\, at 369-0149.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/driver-safety-course-3/
LOCATION:Bitterroot Health\, 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Luminary Event to Appreciate Health Workers!
DESCRIPTION:Greet health care workers\, show our appreciation for their tireless efforts!  Feb 14\, Valentine’s Day. 6:00 at the Emergency Room entrance\, Marcus Daly Hospital (now called Bitterroot Health)\, 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton.  Bring homemade signs and warm smiles!  Luminaries will line the walk.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/luminary-event-to-appreciate-health-workers/
LOCATION:Bitterroot Health\, 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Neck Pain Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Eliminate Neck Pain in a free one-hour class on Thursday\, January 16 starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital Blodgett conference room. Are you suffering from neck pain? Learn about the many treatment options available to you\, ranging from holistic approaches\, injections\, and minimally invasive treatment options only available in the Northwest at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital. Hear from patients that had debilitating neck pain\, who now have their life back. You have options; come learn more about them! The class is being taught by Dr. Richard Day\, a highly experienced neurosurgeon\, who incorporates yoga and other holistic approaches into his own lifestyle. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information\, visit www.mdmh.org/events or call (406) 363-2211.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/neck-pain-class/
LOCATION:Bitterroot Health\, 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Back Health Class
DESCRIPTION:“Tips to Better Back Health” will be presented on Thursday\, December 19th. According to the National Institutes of Health\, about 80 percent of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes also in a large survey\, more than a quarter of adults reported experiencing low back pain during the past three months. \nDo you have back pain? Does back pain get in the way of you enjoying life? Take an hour for yourself and learn about back pain\, how to decrease pain\, increase function\, and when to seek help for the pain. This free class is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital Blodgett conference room and is being taught by the experienced and entertaining Jeff Simmerman\, PT\, OCS\, who has been practicing for years at the Marcus Daly Rehabilitation Center. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information\, visit www.mdmh.org/events or call (406) 363-2211.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/back-health-class/
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SUMMARY:Musical Health Education
DESCRIPTION:Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital\, in collaboration with the Bitterroot Performing Arts Council\, is bringing a fabulous educational outreach class to our community. Come enjoy an evening of musical health education with Kahulanui Hawaiian Swing\, as they spread their message promoting overall wellness and the healing power of music. Free to the community – Thursday\, September 19th from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital\, Blodgett conference room\, in Hamilton. For more information visit MDMH.org/events or call 406-363-2211.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/musical-health-education/
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SUMMARY:Driver Safety Class
DESCRIPTION:An AARP Driver Safety Class will be presented on Friday\, August 23 at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital\, located at 1200 Westwood Drive in Hamilton. The class will begin at 9 a.m. and lasts approximately four hours. While this safe driving strategies class is designed for drivers age 50 and over\, all drivers are welcome. The class fee is $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for non-members. There are no written exams or driving tests\, and Montana mandates an insurance discount for qualified graduates. Pre-registration is advised. To sign up\, contact Jones-Korman Insurance at 363-6583 or\, for further information\, call Thom Ainsworth\, Montana State Coordinator\, at 406-369-0149\, or Meade Phillips\, Instructor\, at 520-991-6386.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/driver-safety-class-2/
LOCATION:Bitterroot Health\, 1200 Westwood Drive\, Hamilton\, MT\, 59840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Smart driver class
DESCRIPTION:  \nMarcus Daly Memorial Hospital will host an all new Smart Driver Course (formerly ’55 Alive) on Friday\, January 25 from 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. This four-hour\, safe driving strategies class is designed for drivers age 50 and over; all are welcome. There are no driving or written tests and\, Montana mandates insurance discounts for qualified participants\, age 55 and older. Class fee is $15.00 for AARP members\, $20.00 for non-members. Walk-ins are welcome; however\, pre-registration is advised. To sign up contact Jones-Korman Insurance at 363-6583 or\, for further information\, call Thom Ainsworth\, District Coordinator\, at 369-0149.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/smart-driver-class/
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SUMMARY:Health education class
DESCRIPTION:  \nA free health class entitled “Reduce Pain and Gain Flexibility” will be held on Thursday\, January 10 at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital. The class will help if you are feeling stiff\, have achy joints\, and/or your waistline is expanding. You are sure to have fun learning how to regain your flexibility\, reduce arthritis pain and safely get moving to rid the few extra pounds. Get important stretching\, diet and exercise tips that will help you jump start your commitment to a healthier you in the new year! This class is brought to you by Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital and taught by seasoned and passionate instructors; Holly Jarvis\, PT\, cPT and Missy Frank\, PTA\, both team members of the Marcus Daly Rehabilitation Department. The one-hour class is held in the Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital\, Blodgett/Canyon View conference room and begins at 5:30 p.m.\, doors open at 4:30 p.m. Come early and test your flexibility. For more information about health classes offered\, visit mdm.org/events or call 406-363-2211.  
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SUMMARY:Hospice Tree of Lights
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Marcus Daly Hospice Volunteers at the annual Hospice Tree of Lights ceremony on Friday\, December 7. Take this time to reflect and remember those we’ve lost during this holiday season. Gather with Hospice Volunteers and enjoy their homemade soup\, bread\, and baked goodies in the Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital conference rooms Blodgett and Canyon View. The reception will be followed by a ceremony of reflection\, sharing\, music\, and remembrance\, and at 7 p.m. the lighting of the Hospice Christmas Tree. You can honor your loved ones during this special time of year with a light or ornament in their memory. Your donation helps Hospice continue to meet patients’ needs during their end-of-life journey. For $5 or more you can have a loved one’s name remembered with a light on the Tree of Lights; for $15 or more you will receive a beautiful ornament for you or someone you select on your holiday tree; for $100 or more you will be recognized as a Tree of Light Sponsor and receive a letter of appreciation; for $250 or more you or your business will be recognized as a Beacon of Light on your letter and in Hospice publications. To purchase a Tree of Lights memorial ornament or light call Marcus Daly Hospice at (406) 363-6503.
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/hospice-tree-of-lights/
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SUMMARY:Driver Safety Class
DESCRIPTION:  \nAn AARP Driver Safety Class will be presented on Friday\, August 24 at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital\, located at 1200 Westwood Drive in Hamilton. The class will begin at 9 a.m. and lasts approximately four hours. While this safe driving strategies class is designed for drivers age 50 and over\, all drivers are welcome. The class fee is $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for non-members. There are no written exams or driving tests\, and Montana mandates an insurance discount for qualified graduates. Pre-registration is advised. To sign up\, contact Jones-Korman Insurance at 363-6583 or\, for further information\, call Thom Ainsworth\, Montana State Coordinator at 406-369-0149\, or Meade Phillips\, Instructor at 520-991-6386. 
URL:https://bitterrootstar.com/event/driver-safety-class/
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