Auxiliary Events
Employee Appreciation Sale – Wednesday, 12/14 – Saturday, 12/17, Robin Hood Shop, 416 High Street, Cambridge. Present your ID badge at check-out for 75% off ANYTHING in the shop. Merchandise will be replenished throughout the sale…there is always something new. Employees are not limited in the number of times the discount can be received on those dates — shop often! Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm; Saturday, 10am-2pm. All sales conducted by the Dorchester General Hospital Auxiliary are for the benefit of programs, equipment, services and patient care at UM SMC at Dorchester.
Chester River Hospital Center Gift Shop – 12/5-12/21, Chester River Hospital Center Gift Shop at UM SMC at Chestertown. Raffling off two 2015 Hess Holiday Collectible Trucks as well as a decoy carved from wood from the hospital before the renovation. Raffle tickets may be purchased at the Hospital Gift Shop or Nearly New Shop, drawing for the raffle will take place on Thursday, December 22nd. Contact: auxiliarygiftshop@gmail.com.
** The Chester River Hospital Center Gift Shop will have extended hours on 12/19, 7am-7pm, Employees receive 10% discount all day. Refreshments served from 4 to 7pm.**
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, 12/27 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
Look Good … Feel Better – Monday, 12/19, 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, 12/19, 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, 12/19, 6pm, UM SMC at Chestertown, Conference Center. Annual Christmas Dinner Party, please bring your favorite covered dish to share. 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, 12/20, 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.
Big Brother, Big Sister: Sibling Preparation – Saturday, 12/17, 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 Self- Management Class/Easton – Two sessions: Tuesday, 12-6-13-20, 9am-12pm; and Wednesday, 12-7-14-21, 1:30pm-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 registrations required. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext.5195.
Diabetes Support Group/Easton — Monday, 12/19 5:30pm, Talbot County Community Center Easton. Led by Karen Hollis, RD, LDN, CDE Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Support Group/ Dorchester – Wednesday, 12/22 5:30pm, Dorchester County YMCA. Led by Renee Woodward, RN, CDE Contact 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Support Group/Chestertown– Tuesday, 12/27, 6:30pm, UM Shore Regional Health Chestertown. Led by Chrissy Nelson, BSN, RN, CDE. Contact 410-778-3300 ext. 2175
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, visit UMShoreRegional.org/programs/integrative/about or call 410-770-9400.
Recovery and Psychosocial Support
Bridge Clinic Support Group – Tuesday,12/20, 12/27, 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 Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am-12pm, Diagnostic and Imaging Center. Cambridge: every Tuesday and Friday, 11am-1pm, UM SMC at Dorchester, Main Lobby. (Excluding holidays)
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