Upcoming Events: February 2016

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FEBRUARY
Ask the Expert
“Ask the Expert” Podcasts – To listen to informative interviews with UM SRH specialists on diabetes, childbirth and parent education, men’s health, women’s health, stroke awareness, interventional radiology,  integrative medicine and urology, visit UMShoreRegional.org/ATE.
Alzheimer’s Support
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers Support Group – Thursday, 2/18, 6-7:30pm, UM Shore Nursing & Rehab Center at Chestertown. Led by Stephanie Golebieski, assistant director of nursing, UM SN&R Center at Chestertown. Contact: 410-778-4550.
Find information about skilled nursing, inpatient rehab and respite care in Chestertown online at UMShoreRegional.org/about/facilities/rehabilitation.
Breast Cancer Support
Transition to Wellness – Free workshops for breast cancer survivors and patients who are ending treatment. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5866.
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.
Look Good … Feel Better – Monday, 2/15, 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
Cancer Patient Support Group – Tuesday, 2/2 & 2/16, Cancer Center,  Easton. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Contact: 443-254-5940.
US TOO Prostate Cancer Support Group – Tuesday, 2/9, 6:30pm, Cancer Center, Easton. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Contact: 410-820-6800, ext. 2300
Prostate Cancer Support Group/Chestertown – Monday, 2/15, 7pm, UM SMC at Chestertown Conference Room. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Contact: 410-778-7668, ext. 2175.
Cancer Support Group/Chestertown – Monday, 2/22, 7pm, UM SRH 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.
Childbirth & New Parent Education
Breastfeeding Support Group – Tuesday, 2/2 & 2/16, 10-11:30am, UM SMC at Easton, 5th Floor meeting room. Led by lactation consultants for new and expectant mothers. Contact: 410-822-1000 or 410-228-5511, ext. 5700.
Labor & Delivery Class – Saturday, 2/6, 9am-3:30pm, UM SMC at Easton, Health Education Center. Overview of maternal reproductive health; signs, symptoms and stages of labor, including pain management; techniques for a successful birth experience; cesarean delivery; and recovery after the birth. Free; register by phone, 410-822-1000 or 410-228-5511, ext. 5200.
New Mom, New Baby: Safety & CPR –Saturday, 2/20, 9am-1:30pm, UM SMC at Easton, Health Education Center. Baby topics (feeding, taking the baby’s temperature, circumcision and core care); mother topics (postpartum care, handling emotions and stress, returning to work and birth control); and, safety topics (childproofing your home, immunizations, car seat safety, infant security, poisoning prevention and when to call the doctor). Includes tour of the Birthing Center. Register by phone, 410-822-1000 or 410-228-5511, ext. 5200.
Big Brother, Big Sister: Sibling Preparation – Saturday, 2/27, 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 The Birthing Center’s programs and services at UMShoreRegional.org/birthing.
Diabetes Education and Support
Carb Counting Class – Tuesday, 2/2, 1:30-3:30pm, UM SMC at Easton, UM Diabetes & Endocrinology Center. Overview of the most commonly-used method of meal planning for diabetics. Referral and advance registration required. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Self- Management Class/Easton – Two sessions: Tuesday, 2/2, 2/9 & 2/16, 9am-12pm; and Wednesday, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 1:30-4:30pm. UM SMC at Easton, UM Diabetes & Endocrinology Center. Medical information and strategies enabling patients to manage their diabetes for optimal wellness. Referral and advance registration required. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext.5195.
Diabetes Support Group/Denton – Wednesday, 2/3, 5:30pm, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, Denton.  Led by Doris Allen, lead diabetes educator, UM Diabetes & Endocrinology Center. Contact: 410-479-2161.
Gestational Diabetes Classes – Friday, 2/5 & Thur, 2/18 10am-12pm, UM SMC at Easton, UM Diabetes & Endocrinology Center. Single-session class addressing care during pregnancy and what to expect afterward. Referral and advance registration required. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Self-Management Class/Chestertown – Thursday, 2/11-18-25, 1-4pm, UM SMC at Chestertown Education Center. Medical information and strategies enabling patients to manage their diabetes for optimal wellness. Referral and advance registration required. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Self-Management Refresher Class – Monday, 2/15, 10am-12pm, UM Center for Diabetes & Endocrinology Center, UM SMC at Easton. For those who have completed diabetes education classes, but want to take their self-care to the next level. Referral and advance registration required. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Support Group/Easton — Monday, 2/15, 5:30pm, Talbot County Senior Center, Easton. Information and support for diabetes patients and family members. Led by Karen Hollis, diabetes educator. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Support Group/ Dorchester – Wednesday, 2/24, 5:30pm, Dorchester County YMCA, Cambridge.  Information and support for diabetes patients and family members. Contact 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Support Group/Chestertown – Tuesday, 2/23, 6:30pm, UM SMC at Chestertown  Conference Center. Information and support for diabetes patients and family members. Led by Chrissy Nelson, diabetes educator. Contact: 410-778-7668, ext. 2175.
Find more information about diabetes treatment and support services at UMShoreRegional.org/programs/endocrinology.
Foundation Events
Save the Date…Shoot for the Stars Casino Night – Saturday, 4/9, 7-11pm, Garfield Center for the Arts, Chestertown. A fundraiser to benefit the patients and residents served by UM Shore Nursing & Rehabilitation featuring local “celebrity” croupiers and authentic gaming tables! Limited seating, reserve early. For more information visit UMShoreRegional.org/help/donate/chesterriver/shoot-for-the-stars, or call Deb Lauser: 410-810-5661
Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture, Massage, Psychotherapy and Reiki – By appointment, Mon-Fri, except holidays. Center for Integrative Medicine, Suite 300, 522 Cynwood Drive, Easton. For information about services, providers and scheduling, visit UMShoreRegional.org/programs/integrative/about, or call 410-770-9400.
Pulmonary Support
Friends and Family CPR Class – Tuesday, 2/16, 2-4:30pm, SMCC Education Center. Learn Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Skills that can be used in an emergency. Pre-registration required. Contact: 410-778-3300, ext. 2222.
Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter® Class – Saturday, 2/27, 9am-4:30pm, UM SMC at Chestertown Education Center. Pediatric nurses teach youth ages 11-13 the basics of babysitting, including the first aid, CPR and more. Cost: $40 (scholarships available). Limited seating, advance registration required. For more information or to register: 410-778-7668, ext. 2175
Screenings
Free Blood Pressure Screenings/Easton & Cambridge – Easton: every Monday & Tuesday, 9am-12pm, Diagnostic & Imaging Center. Cambridge: every Tuesda & Friday, 11am-1pm, UM SMC at Dorchester, Main Lobby. (Excluding holidays.)
Stroke Support
Mid-Shore Stroke Support Group – Thursday, 2/4, 12-2:30pm, Presbyterian Church, Easton. Topic: Questions and Answers About Medication After a Stroke. Presenter: Tom Sisca, Pharmacist, UM SMC at Easton. Stroke survivors and family/caregivers welcome. Contact: 410-310-9280, midshorestroke@gmail.com.
Queenstown Stroke Support Group – Tuesday, 2/23, 12pm, UM Shore Pavilion at Queenstown. Topic: Stroke Treatments, What You Need to Know. Presenter:  Jessica Fluharty, Neuroscience specialist. Stroke survivors and family/caregivers welcome. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5068, jfluharty@umm.edu.
Find out more about stroke symptoms, treatment and recovery at UMShoreRegional.org/programs/stroke.