Auxiliary Events
Bazzar at 121 Federal Street Bag Sale – 4/21, 4/22, 121 Federal Street, Easton. 10am -4 p,. Customers will be able to fill a bag with shop merchandise for either $6 or $10. Bags will be provided by the Bazaar and can be filled with previously discounted men’s, women’s and children’s clothing (star punched tickets). Certain merchandise exclusions do apply; please see a shop volunteer for details.
Breast Cancer Support
Transition to Wellness – Free workshops for breast cancer survivors and patients who are ending treatment.
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.
Breast Cancer Support Group – Tuesday, 4/25, 6-7:30pm, Cancer Center, Easton. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5387.
Find more information about The Breast Center’s programs and services at UMShoreRegional.org/breast-center
Cancer Support
Cancer Support Group/Chestertown – Monday, 4/24, 7pm, UM SMC at Chestertown, Education Center. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Contact: 410-778-7668, ext. 2175.
Find more information about cancer treatment and support services online at UMShoreRegional.org/cancer_program.
Cardiopulmonary
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.)
Childbirth & New Parent Education
Big Brother, Big Sister: Sibling Preparation – Saturday, 4/29, 9:30-11am, UM SMC at Easton, Health Education Center. Designed for children ages 3-8, includes a tour of the Birthing Center and story time or video. Register by phone, 410-822-1000 or 410-228-5511, ext. 5200.
Find more information about Birthing Center programs and services at UMShoreRegional.org/programs/birthing-center/services.
Diabetes Education and Support
Diabetes Support Group/Chestertown– Tuesday, 4/25, 6:30pm, UM SMC at Chestertown. Led by Chrissy Nelson, BSN, RN, CDE. Contact 410-778-3300 ext. 2175
Diabetes Support Group/ Dorchester – Wednesday, 4/26, 5:30pm, Dorchester County YMCA. Led by Renee Woodward, RN, CDE Contact 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Find more information about diabetes treatment and support services at UMShoreRegional.org/programs/endocrinology.
Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture, Massage, Psychotherapy and Reiki – By appointment, Monday-Friday, except holidays. Center for Integrative Medicine, Suite 300, 522 Cynwood Drive, Easton. For information about services, providers and scheduling, call 410-770-9400.
Acupuncture: Mini-Session Mondays – Every Monday 11:30am-1:30pm. Auricular acupuncture in a small group setting, $20 per session No appointment necessary. Center for Integrative Medicine, Suite 300, 522 Cynwood Drive, Easton.
Find more information about integrative medicine services at UMShoreRegional.org/programs/CI.
Recovery and Psychosocial Support
Bridge Clinic Support Group – Tuesday, 4/25,, 6-7:30pm, UM SMC 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. Contact: 410-228-5511, ext. 2140
Nursing
Charge Nurse Class: Conflict Resolution Part II:
- Tuesday, April 25, 2017, 2-4 at Chestertown, Education Center
- Wednesday, April 26, 2017, 10-12 at Easton, Classroom 1
To register for these sessions, contact Jackie Moriarty via e-mail: JMoriarty@umm.edu. Please register for one Part I and one Part II session to complete all course objectives and to receive contact hours.
Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter® Classes Chestertown – Sat, 4/29, 9am-4:30pm, UM SMC at Chestertown Education Center. Pediatric nurses teach youth ages 11-13 the basics of babysitting, including first aid and more. Cost: $45 (scholarships available). Limited seating, advance registration required. Contact: 410-778-7668, ext. 2175.
Save the Date
3rd Annual UM Shore Regional Health Sporting Clays Classic – Saturday, 6/10, 8am, The Point at Pintail, Queenstown. Proceeds benefit equipment needs for the Clark Comprehensive Breast Center at UM Shore Regional Health. $125/individual, $500/team of four. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5763 or www.ummhfoundation.org/upcoming-events/.
Chester River Health Foundation Golf Tournament – Friday, 6/2, Chester River Yacht & Country Club, Chestertown. Proceeds will provide support for high-priority patient care programs and equipment at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown. Contact: 410-810-5661 or register at http://umshoreregional.org/help/donate/chesterriver/chester-river-health-foundation-golf-tournament
5th Annual Claws for a Cause – Thursday, 7/13, 6-9pm, Fisherman’s Crab Deck in Grasonville. Crab feast and buffet of fried chicken, pork BBQ, and assorted sides. Benefiting the UM Shore Emergency Center in Queenstown. Ticket prices are $90 in advance; $100 at door. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5763 or alowe@umm.edu.
Seminars
What is Advanced Care Planning and Why it is so Important – Sat, 4/22, 10am-12pm, UM Shore Medical Pavilion at Easton. Kimberly Fogle, MSW, LCSW-C, and Elizabeth Todd, MS, BSN, RN I-V, CRRN, will discuss the difference between Medical Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (MOLST) and advanced directives, how your advanced directives tells health care providers how to care for you when you are unable to do so and understanding the Maryland MOLST Form. Seating is limited, o reserve a seat contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5792 or janet@umm.edu.
Stroke Support
Queenstown Stroke Support Group – Tuesday, 4/25, 12pm-2pm, UM Shore Pavilion at Queenstown. Stroke survivors and family/caregivers welcome. Bring bagged lunch. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5068.