Alzheimer’s Support
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers Support Group – Thursday, 7/21, 6-7:30pm. UM Shore Nursing & Rehab Center at Chestertown. Led by Stephanie Golebieski, ADON. Contact: 410-778-4550.
Find information about skilled nursing, inpatient rehab and respite care in Chestertown online at UMShoreRegional.org/about/facilities/rehabilitation.
Auxiliary Events
Bazaar Semi-Annual Shoe Clearance Sale – Beginning Tuesday, 7/19, all previously discounted shoes (star punched) will be 50% off. Saturday, July 30, all previously discounted shoes (star punched) will be 75% off. The Bazaar at 121 Federal Street, in Easton, is operated by the Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital at Easton for the benefit of programs, services, equipment and patient care at UM SMC at Easton. Shop hours are Monday-Saturday from 10am-4pm.
$6.00 Sale- Friday, 7/29, 7am-4pm, UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, Conference Center. More than 1,000 items at only $6.00! Sponsored by the Chester River Hospital Center Auxiliary. Proceeds to benefit programs, services, equipment and patient care at UM SMC at Chestertown. Payroll deduction, cash and credit accepted.
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, 7/26, 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/Easton – Thursday, 7/21, Cancer Center, Easton. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Contact: 443-254-5940
Cancer Support Group/Chestertown – Monday, 7/25, 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.
Childbirth & New Parent Education
Breastfeeding Class – Saturday, 7/23, 9am-12:30pm, UM SMC at Easton, Health Education Center. Information about the benefits for you and your baby, and tips and techniques for successful breastfeeding. Contact: 410-822-1000 ,ext. 5231
Find more information about Birthing Center programs and services at UMShoreRegional.org/birthing.
Diabetes Education and Support
Gestational Diabetes Class – Friday, 7/29, 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 Support Group/Chestertown– Tuesday, 7/26, 6:30pm, UM SMC at Chestertown. Led by Chrissy Nelson, BSN, RN, CDE. Contact 410-778-3300 ext. 2175
Diabetes Support Group/ Dorchester – Wednesday, 7/27, 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.
Fall Risk Reduction
Stepping On Workshop – Thursday, 7/7-8/17, 9-11am, Christ Episcopal Church, St. Michaels. Free, six-week fall risk reduction program. Contact: 410-221-0029 or email kmarchetti@umm.edu.
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.
Pain Management
Chronic Pain Self-Management Program – Wednesday, 7/13-8/17, 5:30-8pm, Center for Integrative Medicine. Free, six-week program teaching techniques for successful pain management. Contact: 410-770-9400.
Psychosocial Support
Bridge Clinic Support Group – Tuesday, 7/26, 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.
Screenings
Free Blood Pressure Screenings/Easton & Cambridge – Easton: every Monday & Tuesday, 9am-12pm, Diagnostic & Imaging Center. Cambridge: every Tuesday & Friday, 11am-1pm, UM SMC at Dorchester, Main Lobby. (Excluding holidays.)
Stroke Support
Queenstown Stroke Support Group – Tuesday, 7/26, 12pm-2pm, UM Shore Pavilion at Queenstown. Speaker: Lacie Yacko, occupational therapist. Topic: Getting back to functioning after a Stroke. Stroke survivors and family/caregivers welcome. Bring bagged lunch. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5068, jfluharty@umm.edu.
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