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
Robin Hood Shop Annual Second Saturday in July Sale – Saturday, July 9, 10am-2pm, 416 High Street, Cambridge, side-walk and inside sale. This sale is one of the BIGGEST sales that Robin Hood has throughout the year. ALL shirts will be 25¢ (excluding shirts from the Boutique). Sale prices will include shirts that have been on the racks before and new shirts that have not been previously seen the sales floor. The Shop will be setting up early, but NO EARLY-BIRD sales.
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
US TOO Prostate Cancer Support Group – Tuesday, 7/12, 6:30pm, Cancer Center, Easton. Information and support for patients at any stage – diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. Presenter: Dr. Rod Erlich, oncologist. Topic: 2nd Line Prostate Cancer Treatment. Contact: 443-994-5792.
Look Good … Feel Better – Monday, 7/18, 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, 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
Labor & Delivery Class – Saturday, 7/9, 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, 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
Breastfeeding Support Group – Tuesday, 7/19, 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/birthing.
Diabetes Education and Support
Diabetes Self-Management Class/Chestertown – Tuesday, 7/12 and 7/19, 4:30-7:30pm, UM SMC at Chestertown Education Center. Three-session class providing 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 Class/Easton – Two sessions: Tuesday, 7/12 and 7/19, 9am-12pm; and Wednesday, 7/13 and 7/21, 1:30-4:30pm, 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.
Gestational Diabetes Class – Friday, 7/15 and 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 Self-Management Refresher Class – Monday, 7/18, 10am-12pm, UM Center for Diabetes & Endocrinology Center, UM SMC at Easton. For those who have completed diabetes educations 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, 7/18, 5:30pm, Talbot County Senior Center at Brookletts, Easton. Led by Karen Hollis, RD, LDN, CDE Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Shore Kids Camp/Type 1 Diabetes– Monday-Thursday, 7/18-7/21, 8:45am-4:00pm, MEBA Engineering School in Easton. Open to children ages 7-12 with diabetes. Taught by nurses, the camp is open to children ages 7-12 with diabetes. Cost: $75 (scholarships available). Limited spots, advance registration required. For more information or to register: 410-822-1000, ext. 5231.
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.
Foundation Events
Claws for a Cause – Thursday, 7/14, 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.
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, 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 & 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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