Alzheimer’s Support
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers Support Group – Thursday, 11/17, 6-7:30pm. UM Shore Nursing & Rehab Center at Chestertown. Led by Stephanie Golebieski, assistant director of nursing. 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
Jewelry, Accessories and more Sale – Monday,10/31 & Tuesday, 11/1, 7am-4pm, UM SMC at Easton HEC. More than 1,000 items listed at only $6.00 including necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets, scarves, totes, wallets, men’s ties and more! Proceeds to benefit the UM SMC at Easton. Payroll deduction, cash and credit accepted.
Christmas Event – Tuesday, 11/1, 9am-4pm, Robin Hood Shop, 416 High Street, Cambridge. The event will feature a variety of holiday and winter apparel in men’s, women’s and children’s sizes; gift items including jewelry, toys, books and puzzles; and holiday home décor. For more information about the Robin Hood Shop or current volunteer opportunities, call 410-228-6339. All sales conducted by the Dorchester General Hospital Auxiliary are for the benefit of University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Dorchester, its patient needs and its staff.
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, 11/22, 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, 11/3 and 11/17, 5-6:30pm, 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, 11/8, 6:30pm, Cancer Center, Easton. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Topic: “Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Prostate Cancer and Erectile Dysfunction.” Speaker: John Foley, MD, UM Community Medical Group – Urology. Contact: 443-994-5792.
Look Good … Feel Better – Monday, 11/21, 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.
Prostate Cancer Support Group – Monday, 11/21, 7pm. UM SMC at Chestertown Conference Center. Educational forum including basic prostate information and discussion, questions/answers and sharing from prostate cancer survivors. Contact: 410-778-7668 ext. 2175.
Cancer Support Group/Chestertown – Monday, 11/28, 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
Big Brother, Big Sister: Sibling Preparation – Saturday, 10/29, 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.
Labor & Delivery Class – Saturday, 11/5, 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.
Breastfeeding Class — Saturday, 11/19, 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.
Breastfeeding Support Group – Tuesday, 11/1 & 11/15, 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.
Find more information about Birthing Center programs and services at UMShoreRegional.org/programs/birthing-center/services.
Diabetes Education and Support
Ask The Expert: Live on WCEI Radio – Tuesday, 11/1, 8:40am, 97.6 FM. Tune in to hear UM Center for Diabetes & Endocrinology staff members talk about services available through the Center and upcoming events. (Also see “Ask the Expert” on this calendar for information about presentations offered in Caroline, Kent and Dorchester counties).
Diabetes Self-Management Classes/Easton – Two offerings: Tuesday, 11/1-8-15, 9am-12pm; and Wednesday, 11/2-9-16, 4:30-7:30pm. UM SMC at Easton, UM Diabetes & Endocrinology Center. Three session class providing medical information and strategies enabling patients to manage their diabetes for optimal wellness. Referral and advance registrations required. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext.5195.
Diabetes Self-Management Class/Chestertown – Tuesday, 11/1-8-15, 1-4pm, UM SMC at Chestertown Education Center. Three session class offering medical information and strategies enabling patients to manage their diabetes for optimal wellness. Referral and advance registration required. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetic Friendly Grocery Store Tour/Easton – Tuesday, 11/8, 1pm, Giant Foods. Learn how to “shop smart” to manage diabetes for yourself or your loved to maintain good health. Led by Karen Hollis, diabetes educator; limited space, call 410-822-1000, ext. 5195 to sign up.
Diabetes Support Group/Denton – Wednesday 11/2, 5:30pm, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, Denton. Led by Doris Allen, Nurse Educator. Contact: 410-822-1000. Ext. 5195
Open House/Chestertown – Wednesday, 11/16, 1-4pm, Education Center, UM SMC at Chestertown. Meet and talk with care providers, nurse educators, vendors of diabetes products and our “A1C Champion” patients, enjoy games, door prizes and healthy snacks. Informative presentations offered 2-4 pm. For more information or to request a flyer by email, call 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Open House/Easton – Friday, 11/18, 12-4pm, UM Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology, Freeman Outpatient Center, UM SMC at Easton. Meet and talk with care providers, nurse educators, vendors of diabetes products and our “A1C Champion” patients; enjoy games, door prizes and healthy snacks. Cooking demonstration by Eat Sprout, local purveyors of organic, non-GMO prepared foods at 12pm; informative presentations, 2-4 pm. For more information or to request a flyer by email, call 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Support Group/Easton — Monday, 11/21, 5:30pm, Easton. Led by Karen Hollis, Nurse Educator. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetic Friendly Grocery Store Tour/Chestertown – Moncay, 11/28, 1pm, Redner’s Market. Learn smart shopping strategies to manage diabetes for yourself or your loved one to maintain good health. Led by Mary King, Director, Nutrition Services, UM SMC at Chestertown; limited space, call 410-778-3300, ext. 2295 to sign up.
Diabetes Support Group/Chestertown- Tuesday, 11/29, 6:30pm, UM SMC at Chestertown. Led by Chrissy Nelson, Nurse Educator. Contact 410-778-3300 ext. 2175.
Diabetes Support Group/Dorchester – Wednesday, 11/30, 5:30, Dorchester County YMCA. Led by Renee Woodward, Nurse Educator. Contact 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Find more information about diabetes treatment and support services at UMShoreRegional.org/programs/endocrinology.
Flu Shot Clinics
10/31/16 Chestertown Conference Center 2nd floor
11/8/16 Easton Out Pt. Conference Rm.
Time will be 6:30am to 5pm for all the dates listed above
Foundations
Tax Strategies for 2016 – Saturday, 11/19, 10am-12pm, Talbot County Free Library. Presenters: Darian Sump, CPA at Sump & Associates, PC and Deborah Walsworth, CPA, CFP, CPC, Managing Director and Tax Practice Leader at CBIZ MHM LLC & Mayer Hoffman McCann, PC. Informative seminar covering topics such as planning for capital gains, planning for charitable donations, and more. Free, but seating is limited. Register in advance by contacting Janet Andrews, 410-822-1000 ext. 5792, janet@umm.edu.
Book/Holiday Sale – Friday, 11/11, 8am-4pm, UM SMC at Chestertown Conference Center. In support of the UM Chester River Health Foundation. Contract: 410-778-3300, ext. 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.
Recovery and Psychosocial Support
Bridge Clinic Support Group – Tuesday, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29, 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.
Safe Sitter
Safe Sitter® Class, Chestertown –Saturday, 10/29, 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: $40 (scholarships available). Limited seating, advance registration required. Contact: 410-778-7668, ext. 2175.
Safe Sitter® Class Chestertown – Saturday, 11/19, 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: $40 (scholarships available). Limited seating, advance registration required. Contact: 410-778-7668, ext. 2175.
Screenings
Free Blood Pressure Screenings/Easton & Cambridge – Easton: every Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am-12pm, Diagnostic and Imaging Center. Cambridge: every Tuesday and Friday, 11am-1pm, UM SMC at Dorchester, Main Lobby. (Excluding holidays)
Stroke Support
Mid-Shore Stroke Support Group – Thursday, 11/3, 12-2pm, Presbyterian Church, Easton. Topic: Staying at Home After a Stroke. Speaker: Jane Bateman from Home Instead Senior Care. Will discuss milestones and much more. Stroke survivors and family/caregivers welcome. Bring bagged lunch. Contact: 410-310-9280, midshorestroke@gmail.com.
Queenstown Stroke Support Group – Tuesday, 11/22, 12pm-2pm, UM Shore Pavilion at Queenstown, Room 320. Topic: Holiday party, come celebrate through food and fellowship with fellow stroke survivors. Bring covered dish. Stroke survivors and family/caregivers welcome. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5068, jfluharty@umm.edu.
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