Health and Wellness Classes, Screenings and Support Groups

The Maine Coalition to Fight Prostate Cancer works cooperatively with many groups and organizations in Maine and around the country to achieve the common goal of eradicating prostate cancer.

This group is privately run by the Maine Coalition to Fight Prostate Cancer and is not facilitated by Mid Coast–Parkview Health providers.

Free cancer survivorship series offering education. 

• April 30: Nutrition and Cancer: Changing Your Habits Does Matter, with Timothy Howe, MD
• May 7: Physical Challenges After Treatment, with Yonca Berk-Giray, MS, CCC-SLP, Hillary LaForge, OTR/L, and Tina Phillips, PT
• May 14: Moving Toward Health: Exercise and Survival, with Cate Parker, MS, RN, CEP
• May 21: Financial Challenges After Treatment Ends, with Michelle Hayes, LCSW
• June 4: Psychological Reactions to Cancer Diagnosis & Ways to Cope, with Jon Larssen, MDiv, and Michelle Hayes, LCSW
• June 18: Sexuality After Treatment, with Mikee Spaulding, FNP-C, and Melissa Chretien, RN, ONC

Offered to all women either in active treatment or surviving cancer. Female caregivers, friends, or family members are invited to attend as support.

Designed to limit stress, reduce fatigue, and promote healing for cancer patients.

Please Note: Yoga for Cancer will not take place during August 2019. The program is scheduled to resume in September 2019. 

Safe and understanding environment to discuss the wide range of symptoms of Lyme disease as well as testing and treatment options.

Brings together individuals with chronic pain to share how they cope, what challenges are most difficult, and meet with outside speakers including experts in pain management, practitioners of mediation, and dietary advisors.

This group is privately run and is not facilitated by Mid Coast–Parkview Health providers.

Combined support group for individuals living with mental health challenges and those supporting individuals with mental health challenges.

Sexual assault support services, including support groups, available by calling 24/7 hotline or visiting the Sexual Assault Support Services of Midcoast Maine (SASSMM) website.

Support group for people who have Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) and their affected family members. Self-directed group intended for learning and emotional support.

This support group is not facilitated by Mid Coast–Parkview Health providers. It is associated with the Spondylitis Association of America. 

Class includes two sessions, and both must be attended to receive certification. Recommended for age 10 or older.

Various sessions offered throughout the year.

Various sessions offered throughout the year.

Program focuses on injury prevention, household safety, and basic first aid. Meets State of Maine requirements in First Aid and CPR for daycare providers.

Six-week class for caregivers, pre-diabetics, and new and long-term diabetics. Topics include techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear, and frustration; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating and meal planning, appropriate use of medication; and working with healthcare providers.

This group is privately run and is not facilitated by Mid Coast–Parkview Health providers.

Donate blood from 4:30–7:30 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome! You may also register at redcrossblood.org using sponsor code "MCH."

Donate blood from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome! You may also register at redcrossblood.org using sponsor code "Parkview."

More than 40 flu shot clinics throughout the Midcoast region. Available free of charge to anyone in the community over six months of age. The full schedule of clinics is available at: www.midcoasthealth.com/wellness/flu/schedule

Ongoing series of free talks, classes, demonstrations, and healthy lifestyle options offered by the Mid Coast Center for Community Health & Wellness.

• On February 26, Kristin Jhamb, MD, and Jennifer Riehl, MD, present Cooking with a Doc: Tasty Tofu
• On March 11, Leah Bauer, MD, presents Understanding Substance Use Disorder

Presents signature vegetarian dishes from our restaurant community at the Mid Coast Center for Community Health & Wellness. Registration required; please call (207) 373-6585.

• On October 9, join Becky Shepherd, owner of Wild Oats Bakery & Cafe in Brunswick, for a culinary demonstration on how to prepare a variety of pestos for a delicious spread on bread, tossed with pasta, drizzled over vegetables, or placed in soups.

Free film screenings followed by panel discussions with experts.

On Tuesday, November 19, 2019, join us for a screening of Breaking Points featuring guest panelists Deborah Hagler, MD, Mid Coast Pediatrics; Hannah Reese, PhD., Assistant Professor of Psychology at Bowdoin College; and Helene McGlauflin, MEd, LCPC, Woodside Elementary School in Topsham.

Admission is free, but space is limited. Reserve tickets at explorefrontier.com/events/film/. 

Monthly discussion on topics of concern to every woman, presented by Mid Coast Hospital Rehabilitation and guest speakers.

• On September 4, 2019, Ruth E. Macy, PT, DPT, presents Total Pelvic Health.
• On October 2, 2019, Ruth E. Macy and Melissa J. Streeter, MD, present Bladder Health.
• On November 6, 2019, Ruth E. Macy presents Pelvic Health Exercises.

Support group open to anyone in the community grieving the death of a loved one.

Cardiac rehabilitation consists of 24 to 36 one-hour classes and 12 lectures that utilize exercise, education, and support to assist in the cardiovascular system's healing process. Mid Coast Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

Provides cooking demonstrations and education showing how chronic diseases can be prevented, treated, and even reversed with a plant-based diet for an overall healthier lifestyle. Presented by Timothy R. Howe, MD.

• January 14: Animal Proteins versus Plant Proteins: What's the Difference and Why Does It Matter?
• February 11: Heart Disease: Are Forks Better than Knives?
• March 10: What is Gut Health and How Can You Improve It?
• April 14: Rethink Your Drink: The Impact of Protein Drinks, Soda, Coffee, Alcohol, and Water
• May 12: Garden-Fresh Produce: Better Health of Body and Planet

12-week mindful living program that focuses on creating a long-term solution for weight loss by addressing the emotional, physical, and nutritional issues contributing to obesity. Groups are limited to 16 people and a physician's referral is required.

Registration required; next session begins March 12, 2020.

One-on-one help with nutritional needs for adults and children. Referral is required.

Coed fitness program for all adult age groups. The program incorporates proper warm-up techniques, stretching, calisthenics, and aerobic exercises tailored to your individual needs.

Note: Starting Friday, May 17, 2019, the 8 a.m. class at Bowdoin College will meet outside on the football/track field. Parking is available on the east end of the field off Pine Street. The rain location is inside the Watson ice arena located next to the Farley Field House.

Coed swim program for all adult age groups. The program offers shallow water aerobics and/or lap swimming.

Offered for all new mothers whether breast or formula feeding as an opportunity to talk with other mothers about the joys and challenges of raising children. Facilitated by lactation consultants who are available to discuss feeding issues and do weight checks.

Designed to teach how to help a teen who is experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge, or who is in crisis.

To register for the April 4, 2020 session at Mid Coast Hospital, 123 Medical Center Drive, Brunswick, please visit the following link: https://www.namimaine.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1324546&group=

Intensive speech therapy treatment that focuses on the voice to improve or maintain vocal strength and loudness. LSVT-certified speech and language pathologist perform a diagnostic evaluation, then work closely with participant's neurologist or primary care physician to design a customized treatment plan.

Informal group that allows people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their caregivers to share information, compare experiences, offer solutions, and voice concerns.

Non-contact, boxing-inspired fitness training that improves the quality of life for people battling Parkinson's disease.

Group for all who support individuals facing the challenges of Alzheimer's or other dementias including resources, education, and emotional support.

This group is privately run by Brunswick Area Respite Care and is not facilitated by Mid Coast–Parkview Health providers.

Café-style brunch gathering designed for people with progressive memory loss, their care partners, spouses, family members, and friends. Meal is free of charge, but donations are gratefully accepted. Seating is limited; reservations are required by calling Brunswick Area Respite Care.

Monthly support group to assist individuals in understanding and caring for someone with memory loss. Facilitated by Mid Coast–Parkview Health and affiliated with the Alzheimer's Association Maine Chapter.

Health and wellness educational series for older adults featuring monthly presentations by health professionals who discuss specific issues.

On February 20, 2020, Shane Griffith, DO, of Mid Coast Medical Group–Ear, Nose & Throat presents Implications of Hearing Loss.

Three-hour mini retreats that provide an introduction to mindfulness for the beginner, including mindfulness-based exercises, meditation, and movement plus discussion of the principles of mindfulness.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an educational program designed to help people better cope with stress and life's challenges.

Orientation

Orientation will provide you with an opportunity to learn more about the program, meet the teachers, tell us more about yourself and your interest in the course, and ask any questions you may have. Orientation will take place March 9, 2020, and the next session will begin March 23, 2020.

Retreat

Each MBSR class includes a six-hour retreat.

Monthly classes that provide an opportunity for continued teacher-led practice and reflection for those who have already completed the 8-week MBSR program.

Learn to reduce anxiety and pain before surgery, childbirth, and more.

Provides survivors and their loved ones an opportunity to practice and learn more useful strategies for communicating when stroke has left a person with impaired language skills.

Please note: Beginning in September, the group meets at the Mid Coast Hospital Parkview Campus Wellness Center in Classroom 1.

Promotes wellness in those who have survived a stroke including monthly guest speakers, questions and answers, and group learning.

Featuring the Agnostic Path (D/O/SP) on Tuesdays and Sober Beginnings (B/D/I/O) on Wednesdays.

Featuring Back to Basics on Thursdays.

Peer support group for men and women to leave the stresses and struggles of addiction behind.

Peer support group for men to leave the stresses and struggles of addiction behind.

Open to anyone affected by the substance abuse of a loved one. Provides a place to come together to learn the importance of self care as well as ways to help those in their lives who struggle with addiction.

12-hour educational program for high school-aged youth who have experimented with alcohol and/or other drugs. The program works to achieve attitude and behavior changes resulting in lower risk choices by participants.