Mark Your Calendar, March 30 – April 31, 2018

APRIL EVENTS AND SALES

TUESDAY, APRIL 3

  • Special Vendor Sale: Pretty Pickins Jewelry  – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester, Main Lobby. Sponsored by the Dorchester General Hospital Auxiliary.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4

  • Food Shopping for Health — 2 p.m., Cambridge Walmart, 2275 Dorchester Square, Cambridge, Fun, free grocery store tour that teaches how to shop and plan meals for optimal health. Led by Katie Ewers, nutrition associate manager, Food and Nutrition Services, UM Shore Regional Health. To register, call 410-822-1000, ext. 5188.
  • “Donate Life” Flag Raising Ceremony and Reception – 2 p.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, main entrance. For more information contact Trish Ebner, chair, UM SRH Donor Council, at 410-822-1000, ext. 5722 or tebner@umm.edu.

THURSDAY APRIL 5

  • Free Seminar: “Social Security – Options to Help You Maximize Your Benefits” – 6 to 7:30 p.m. UM Shore Medical Center’, Health Education Center. Guest presenters James Malena, vice president, The Hill Group at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management and John Driscoll, vice president, Fidelity Institutional Asset Management will review Social Security essentials; issues to consider before filing for benefits (withholding, taxation, etc.); pros and cons of filing for benefits at, before or beyond at full retirement age; ancillary benefits (spousal, ex-spousal, ex-survivor); and restricted application. Limited seating; RSVP to  Janet Andrews, (410) 822-1000, ext. 5792, or janet@umm.edu

SATURDAY, APRIL 7

  • Preparing for Childbirth: Labor and Delivery, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Health Education Center. Free class for expectant parents and birthing partners; includes a tour of the newly renovated Birthing Center. Free; register by phone: 410-822-1000, ext. 5200.
  • Safe Sitter, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, Health 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: Michelle Emrick, 410-822-1000, ext. 5451.

THURSDAY, APRIL 12

  • Special Vendor Sale: Electronics, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, Health Education Center. Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital at Easton.

FRIDAY, APRIL 13

  • Special Vendor Sale: Uniforms, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, Conference Center. Sponsored by the Chester River Hospital Center Auxiliary.

TUESDAY, APRIL 17

  • Everything You Need to Know About Lymphedema, 4 p.m., Cancer Center, Easton. Presented by Jennifer Pierson. RSVP: 410-820-6800.

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.

APRIL 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.
  • Breast Cancer Support Group – Tuesday, 4/24, 6-7:30pm, Cancer Center, Easton. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Info: 410-822-1000, ext. 5387.

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, 2018, 5:00 p.m., St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 100 S. 5th Avenue, Denton.  Led by Doris Tate, CRNP, CDE. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext.5195.
  • Diabetes Support Group/Easton — Monday, 4/9, 2018, 5:30 p.m., Talbot County Senior Center  400 Brookletts Ave., Easton. Led by Karen Hollis RD, CDE. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5757.
  • Diabetes Support Group/Chestertown – Tuesday, 4/24, 2018, 6:30 p.m., Education Center, UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, 100 Brown St. Led by Chrissy Nelson, BSN, RN, CDE. Contact: 410-778-3300, ext. 2175.
  • Diabetes Support Group/ Cambridge – Wednesday, 4/25, 2018 , 6:00 p.m., Board Room, Shore Medical Center at Dorchester, 300 Byrn Street, Cambridge. Led by Wynne Aroom MSN, RN, CDE. 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.  All stroke survivors and/or caregivers and family members are welcome. Info: Nicole Leonard 410-822-1000 ext. 5068 or nleonard@umm.edu.