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"The FoxCare Network offers many programs to educate community members about general and specific health issues, helping to empower people to understand and manage their health care."
Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
A structured, supervised program for patients with diagnosed heart problems.
Car Seat Program
Appointments can be made for the correct installation of infant and toddler car seats.  Call 431-5080.
Childbirth Preparation Classes
Prepares pregnant women and their families for a healthy, fulfilling childbearing experience.
Lactation Counselor
For assistance with breastfeeding concerns or information for pregnant women who want to breastfeed, call Nancy Snitzer at 607-431-5751.
CPR Classes
Infant/child, Healthcare Provider and Heartsaver classes are available. Classes also available for the Heimlich Maneuver. Call  the FoxCare Education Department at 607-431-5082 for information and registration..
Diabetes Management Program
A comprehensive program which includes group classes, nutritional counseling, and nurse education sessions.
Family Services Association
FSA's main goal is to support individual and family strengths and to assist area residents in meeting their own needs. Services offered include a clothing room from which area residents may select needed items for themselves and their famiy members. As a liason to the Oneonta Clothing Guild, funds are available to purchase new items of clothing for children in the Oneonta School District with the focus on sneakers, boots, and snowpants. Assistance is offered to those with emergency medication and prescription needs. Tokens for public transportation to assist families to  use emergency food banks, get to the DSS, and to look for jobs, housing, or to assist children in school are available. There is a hygiene cupboard available to help families with hygiene and cleaning supplies if they have no way to purchase their own. FSA also offers housing search assistance. Family Services Association is located at 277 Chestnut St., Oneonta, NY 13820. 607-432-2870.
Nutrition Consultation Services
Assistance with dietary managment of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, hypoglycemia, cholesterol and many other problems. A written referral from your provider is required.
N.E.T.Links Weight Management Program
A lifestyle approach to weight loss which combines education and exercise to control and maintain body weight. For information call HealthLinks@FoxCare, 607-431-5454.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
A structured, supervised exercise and education program for patients with diagnosed respiratory problems.
Smoking Cessation Classes
A program aimed at those who are serious about quitting smoking. Call the FoxCare Education Department at 607-431-5082.
Support Groups
Information regarding area medical support groups and bereavement support groups.
Women's Wellness Center
Programs focus on women's health and wellness needs. Mammography and bone densiometry is performed using state-of-the-art technology.