Auxiliary Events
60th Birthday Celebration – Tuesday, 3/21, 9am-4pm, Robin Hood Shop, 416 High Street, Cambridge. Event will feature newly displayed spring and summer fashions and accessories for the entire family and seasonal décor. Expansion Ground Breaking will be held at 1pm on the adjacent lot at 418 High Street. To RSVP for the Ground Breaking, call the Shop at 410-228-6339 or e-mail robinhoodshop@yahoo.com. The Robin Hood Ship is managed by the Dorchester General Hospital Auxiliary for the benefit of programs, services, equipment and patient care at UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester. *The Shop will be closed on Saturday, March 18 and Monday, March 20 in preparation for the event.
Pretty Pickins Sale – Thursday, 3/23, 9am-3pm, UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester, Main Lobby. Sponsored by the Dorchester General Hospital Auxiliary for the benefit of programs, services, equipment and patient care at UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester.
Bazaar BOGO Sale – 3/24 & 3/25, 121 Federal Street, Easton. Buy one clearance item ( clothes, housewares, shoes, jewelry, and accessories) get one of equal or lower price free. Open 10am – 4pm. All sales conducted by the Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital at Easton are for the benefit of programs, services, equipment and patient care at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton.
“In the Bag” Sale – Wednesday, 3/29, 7am – 4pm, Health Education Center, UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. Sponsored by the Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital at Easton for the benefit of programs, services, equipment and patient care at UM SMC at Easton.
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.
Look Good … Feel Better – Monday, 3/20, 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.
Breast Cancer Support Group – Tuesday, 3/28, 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
Prostate Cancer Support Group – Monday, 3/20, 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, 3/27, 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.
Cardiopulmonary
Free Blood Pressure Screenings/Easton & Cambridge – Easton: every Tuesday and Wednesday, 9am-12pm, Diagnostic & Imaging Center. Cambridge: every Tuesday & Friday, 11am-1pm, UM SMC at Dorchester, Main Lobby. (Excluding holidays.)
Better Breathers Support Group/Easton – Tuesday, 3/21, 2-3pm, UM SMC at Easton, Health Education Center, rooms C&D. For individuals with COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer, and their caregivers. Learn better ways to better cope with lung disease while getting the support of others in similar situations. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5230
Childbirth & New Parent Education
Breastfeeding Support Group – Tuesday, 3/21, 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.
Breastfeeding Class— Saturday, 3/18, 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. Free; register by phone, 410-822-1000, ext. 5231 or e-mail jkaminskas@umm.edu.
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, 3/21, 9am-12pm; and Weds,3/22, 4:30-7:30pm. 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 Self-Management Class/Chestertown – Tuesday, 3/21, 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 Support Group/ Dorchester – Wednesday, 3/22, 5:30pm, Dorchester County YMCA. Led by Renee Woodward, RN, CDE Contact 410-822-1000, ext. 5195.
Diabetes Support Group/Chestertown– Tuesday, 3/28, 6:30pm, UM SMC at 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, call 410-770-9400.
Acupuncture: Mini-Session Mondays – Every Monday 11:30am-1:30pm. Auricular acupuncture in a small group setting, $20 per session No appointment necessary. Center for Integrative Medicine, Suite 300, 522 Cynwood Drive, Easton.
Find more information about integrative medicine services at UMShoreRegional.org/programs/CI.
Nutrition
Ask the Expert: Healthy Eating & Weight Reduction – Wednesday, 3/22, 10-11:15am, Conference Center, UM SMC at Chestertown. March is National Nutrition Months. Come learn from this free presentation by Mary King, RD, LD, CDE, director of Nutrition Services, on myth on strategies for reducing weight and improving health. Contact: 410-778-3300, ext. 2295
Recovery and Psychosocial Support
Bridge Clinic Support Group – Tuesday, 3/21, 3/28, 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.
Save the Date
The Importance of Advances Directives, the MOLST Form & their Relationship to Elder Law – Saturday, 4/1, 9-11am, Chestertown Town Hall, 2nd floor meeting room . Presenters, Wayne D Benjamin, M.D., Board-Certified Family Medicine; Maddie Steffens, RN, BSN, HPCN, Regional Palliative Care Coordinator; Ann K. Goodman, Esq., will discuss the need for Advanced Directives and the Maryland MOLST form, their importance, how they are different, and what they mean “at the bedside.” Ann Goodman, Esq. will talk about end-of life care in relation to Elder Law and suggest the “top five” things we all should know and do now. Reserve your seat contact: 410 810-5661 or email: dlauser@umm.edu
Mindy’s Jewels Sale – Friday, 4/7, 7am-4pm, Conference Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown. Sterling silver from $12 – $50 to benefit Chester River Hospital Center Auxiliary.
Seminars
Estate Planning is for Everyone – and that includes YOU! – Tuesday, 3/28, 5:30-7:30pm, UM SMC at Easton WHERE?. Guest Presenters: Elizabeth Spurry, CFP, CTFA, President, Tred Avon Family Wealth; Frederick Hopkins, JD, CFA, Director of Wealth and Fiduciary Planning, Wilmington Trust and Billy Weber, President, Billy D. Weber & Associates. Topics will include; exploring the many facets of Estate Planning, overview of Wills, Trusts and other estate planning tools, a discussion of Eldercare Issues and identifying the risks of poor planning. To reserve a seat contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5792 or janet@umm.edu.
Stroke Support
Queenstown Stroke Support Group – Tuesday, 3/28, 12pm-2pm, UM Shore Pavilion at Queenstown. Stroke survivors and family/caregivers welcome. Bring bagged lunch. Contact: 410-822-1000, ext. 5068.
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