Cardiac Rehab Education & Support Group

Phase I

This is an inpatient program designed to teach the cardiac patient and his or her family about heart disease and the recovery process, and to start the patient on a monitored and supervised exercise program.

Phase II

This is an outpatient cardiac program conducted three times per week which is designed to increase cardiovascular fitness.  These exercise sessions are supervised and monitored by health professionals.  In addition, educational classes are provided.  These instruct patients in risk factor awareness to help prevent further cardiovascular disease and to promote lifestyle changes.

Phase III

This is an outpatient maintenance program designed to help the participant improve or  maintain cardiovascular fitness and good health.  In addition, the Phase III program is designed for anyone who has any risk factors for heart disease and wants a safe, effective, individualized exercise program.  The purpose of the program is to help clients achieve and maintain their cardiac fitness level in order to live healthy lives.


Cardiac/Pulmonary Support Group

The Cardiac/Pulmonary Support group is designed to encourage persons with concerns about heart and lung disease in their goals for a healthy lifestyle.  The group meets every other month.  Call (319) 385-6504 for more information.