EVENTS AND SALES
TUESDAY, APRIL 17
- Everything You Need to Know About Lymphedema, 4 p.m., Cancer Center, Easton. Presented by Jennifer Pierson. RSVP: 410-820-6800.
TUESDAY – THURSDAY, APRIL 17 – 19
Assistance with Advance Care Planning Provided by the UM SRH Palliative Care Team
- Tuesday April 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester, Main Lobby
- Wednesday April 18, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, Cafeteria
- Thursday, April 19, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, Cafeteria
FRIDAY, APRIL 20
- Prosthesis Clinic for Breast Cancer Patients, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Clark Comprehensive Breast Center. Clinic conducted by Elisa Lawson. Advance appointment required; call 410-822-1000, ext. 7156.
SATURDAY, APRIL 21
- New Mom, New Baby: Safety & CPR, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, Health Education Center. All aspects of infant care and safety for new and expectant parents or caregivers. Free; register by phone: 410-822-1000 or 410-228-5511, ext. 5200.
- Safe Sitter, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, Education Center. Teaches youth life and safety skills for when they are home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting. $45 per person (note: some scholarships are available); includes a workbook and backpack. Advance registration required; contact Chrissy Nelson, 410-778-3300, ext. 2175, chrissy.nelson@umm.edu
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25
- Oral Care During & After Cancer Treatment, 3 p.m., Cancer Center, Easton. Presented by Amanda Ward, dental hygienist. RSVP: 410-820-6800.
THURSDAY, APRIL 26
- Food Shopping for Health, 1-3 p.m., Redner’s Market, Redner’s Market, 17 Washington Avenue, Chestertown. RSVP: 410-778-7668 , ext. 2295. Tour led by Mary King, registered dietitian , UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown.
SATURDAY, APRIL 28
- Big Brother, Big Sister: Sibling Preparation, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, Health Education Center. For children ages 3-8. Adjusting to and caring for a new baby (bring a doll or stuffed toy for practice), includes a tour of the Birthing Center. Free; register by phone, 410-822-1000 or 410-228-5511, ext. 5200.
SCREENINGS AND SUPPORT GROUPS
ADDICTIONS/BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
- Bridge Clinic Support Group – Every Tuesday, 6-7:30pm, UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester. Free, confidential support group meeting for individuals who have been hospitalized for behavioral health reasons and could benefit from assistance with issues after discharge. Varied topics based on participants’ needs. Each participant may bring one family member. Info: 410-228-5511, ext. 2140.
BREASTFEEDING
- Breastfeeding Support Group – Tuesdays, 4/3 and 4/17, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Birthing Center, UM Shore Medical Center at Easton.
CANCER
- Survivors Offering Support (SOS) – Free program pairing women who have breast cancer with mentors who are breast cancer survivors. If you need support or would like to become a mentor, call 410-822-1000, ext. 5866.
- Cancer Support Group/Easton – Thursdays, 4/5 and 4/19, Cancer Center, Easton. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Info: 443-254-5940.
- US TOO Prostate Cancer Support Group – Tuesday, 4/10, 6:30pm, Cancer Center, Easton. Sharon Richter, RN, will discuss “Prostate Cancer Clinical Trials.” Info: call Sharon Richter, RN, 443-994-5792.
- NEW GROUP! Cancer Caregivers’ Coffee – Saturday, 4/15, 9-10:20 a.m., Cancer Center, Easton. Discussion of varied issues and challenges facing individuals and families assisting patients with cancer. Contact: Patty Plaskon, 410-820-6800, ext. 5361.
- Look Good, Feel Better – Monday, 4/16, 10am-12pm, Cancer Center, Easton. Free ACS program for women with cancer includes hair, skin and make-up tips, samples and a visit to the wig room. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5355.
- Cancer Support Group/Chestertown – Monday, 4/23, 7pm, UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, Education Center. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Info: 410-778-7668, ext. 2175.
CARDIOPULMONARY SCREENINGS
- Free Blood Pressure Screenings/Easton & Cambridge – Easton: every Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am-12pm, Diagnostic & Imaging Center. Cambridge: every Tuesday & Friday, 11am-1pm, UM SMC at Dorchester, Main Lobby. (Excluding holidays.)
DIABETES
- Diabetes Support Group/Denton – Wednesday, 4/4, 5pm., St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 100 S. 5th Avenue, Denton. Led by Doris Tate. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext.5195.
- Diabetes Support Group/Easton — Monday, 4/9, 5:30pm Talbot County Senior Center 400 Brookletts Ave., Easton. Led by Karen Hollis. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5757.
- Diabetes Support Group/Chestertown – Tuesday, 4/24, 6:30pm Education Center, UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, 100 Brown St. Led by Chrissy Nelson. Contact: 410-778-3300, ext. 2175.
- Diabetes Support Group/ Cambridge – Wednesday, 4/25, 6pm Board Room, Shore Medical Center at Dorchester, 300 Byrn Street, Cambridge. Led by BK Eshete. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5286.
STROKE SUPPORT
- Mid-Shore Stroke Support Group – Thursday, 4/5 12-2pm, UM Shore Medical Pavilion at Easton, 500 Cadmus Lane, Easton. Mid-Shore Stroke Support Group 10 Year Anniversary Celebration. All stroke survivors and/or caregivers and family members are welcome. Info: Nicole Leonard 410-822-1000, ext. 5068 or nleonard@umm.edu.
- Queenstown Stroke Support Group – Tuesday, 4/24, 12-2pm, UM Shore Pavilion at Queenstown, suite 320. Nicole Leonard will provide updates on stroke care and recovery. All stroke survivors and/or caregivers and family members are welcome. Info: Nicole Leonard 410-822-1000 ext. 5068 or nleonard@umm.edu.