December Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, December 1, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital, Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Topics covered include signs of labor; what to expect at the hospital; stages of labor; pain relief options including relaxation, breathing, medications and epidural; complications; Caesarean birth and other questions you may have. Registration is required, please call 505-4140 to register. Breastfeeding Support Group Mondays, December 3 – 24, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. (Every Monday, please call ahead if it falls on a holiday) Waldo County General Hospital, Women & Infants Unit, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Meet other new mothers who are breastfeeding. The group offers support and guidance to breastfeeding mothers from certified lactation consultants and certified lactation counselors. Siblings are welcome. For more information, please contact WCGH lactation services at 505-4109. Cancer Support Group Tuesdays, December 4 & 18, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. Oncology & Infusion Therapy, Waldo County General Hospital 116 Northport Avenue, Ludwig Medical Building, Belfast This group is for cancer patients at any stage – newly diagnosed, currently in treatment and long-term survivors. A cancer diagnosis can be scary and can feel isolating; support groups offer a network of comfort, recognition and guidance. The group is facilitated by Ashley Hoffmann, LSW and Claudia B. Hill, LCSW. Please call 207-218-7944 for more information or to register. *Click
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Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Tuesday, December 4, noon to 2:00 p.m. (First Tuesday of each month) Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden All those living with Parkinson’s disease, their loved ones and caregivers are invited to join for holiday merrymaking and more at the group’s December meeting. After socializing and sharing festive goodies, attendees will separate into small groups for discussion. Participants are encouraged to bring purchased or home-baked treats to share. Please contact Cassie Walters, 596-3978 or ckwalters66@gmail.com for details. Mother’s Milk Support Group Tuesdays, December 4 – 18, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. Pen Bay Medical Center, Chapel Room, 6 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport A support group for breastfeeding families. The informal group provides interaction as well as individual assistance when needed. Women wanting more information about breastfeeding are also welcome. Facilitated by a lactation consultant from OB/GYN. Drop-in group, please call 921-8345 for more information. Breastfeeding Support Group Tuesdays, December 4 & 18, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Chapel Room, 6 Glen Cove Drive, Pen Bay Medical Center An evening support group for breastfeeding mothers. First and third Tuesday of the each month meeting in the chapel room across from the lab on the main floor of Pen Bay Medical Center. The group is facilitated by a lactation consultant from OB/GYN. It is a drop-in group, please call 921-8345 for more information. Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, December 4, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. (First Tuesday of each month) Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden The Alzheimer’s Support Group provides information and support to area residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. For details, please contact Cheri Alexander, LSW at 921-6237.
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Fight the Flu Thursday, December 6, 6:30 to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital, Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Belfast Public Health Nursing will provide free flu shots to adult Belfast residents. Postpartum Support Group Thursdays, December 6 – 27, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. First Floor Community Room, Biscone Building 119 Northport Avenue, Belfast AND Pen Bay Medical Center, Cardiac Rehab Solarium, 6 Glen Cove Drive The group alternates locations weekly: December 6 and 20 will be held at Pen Bay Medical Center. December 13 and 27 will be held at Waldo County General Hospital. The postpartum support group was created by a group of women and moms, who have gone through challenging postpartum experiences themselves and/or have been educated on postpartum experiences. We offer a safe place for new and pregnant mothers and families to talk listen, get support and gain education on postpartum experiences. This is a free group for moms and moms-to-be who want to connect with other women for support. No registration required. For more information, please call 505-4140.
Introduction to Reflexology Thursday, December 6, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. First Church in Belfast, 8 Court Street, Belfast Join Elisabeth Wolfe, RN, BSN, ARCB certified reflexologist, to learn about the benefits and techniques of reflexology. Reflexology is a specific touch technique applied to the feet, hands and/or ears that provides deep relaxation and supports the ability to heal. Anyone can provide themselves or their loved ones with reflexology after some general education and experience. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required. Please call 921-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register.
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Waldo County General Hospital Holiday Fair Friday, December 7, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Join us for the annual WCGH Holiday Fair. Homemade crafts, textiles, soaps, jewelry and much more will be for sale. For more information, please call 505-4154. Successful Breastfeeding Class Saturday, December 8, 10:00 a.m. to noon Waldo County General Hospital, Conference Room A, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Topics to be covered include benefits of breastfeeding, preparing to breastfeed, exploring myths of breastfeeding, breast care, breast milk storage and returning to work. Please call 505-4140 to register. Waldo County General Hospital Aid Silver Tea Saturday, December 8, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. 15 Water Street, Searsport Join the WCGH Aid at the home of James Rose in Searsport. Tea, coffee, hors d’oeuvres, tea sandwiches, desserts and punch will be served. No admission charge. Donations accepted.
Breastfeeding Basics Tuesday, December 11, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pen Bay Physicians Building, Conference Room D, Ground Floor 4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport This two hour class provides a pre-birth opportunity to ask questions and learn about breastfeeding and returning to work. $25 for mom and partner. Registration is required, please call 921-8345.
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Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Tuesday, December 18, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. (Third Tuesday of each month) Knox Center, Rockland Room, 6 White Street, Rockland The Alzheimer’s Support Group provides information and support to area residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. For details, please contact Cheri Alexander, LSW at 921-6237. Women’s Cancer Support Group Tuesday, December 18, 6:00 p.m. (Third Tuesday of every month) Picker Family Resource Center, 756 Commercial Street, Rockport Join facilitator Colleen Kinney, LICSW, for a women’s cancer support group. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Space is limited, please call 542-4985 to register. Inside the Big Little World of Chris Van Dusen Wednesday, December 19, 10:30 a.m. to noon Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill, 30 Community Drive, Camden Award-winning children’s author and illustrator Chris Van Dusen of Camden reflects on his life and work and why kids everywhere love his books. (Copies of several titles will be available for purchase and signing.) Free and open to adults age 50-plus. Registration is required, please visit www.quarryhill.org/news-and-events or call 921-6116. Sibling Class The Pen Bay Medical Center Birthing Center offers a free Sibling Class by appointment only. Children will learn about newborns and how to interact with them. Some safety lessons will be shared along with a discussion of their new role as big brothers and big sisters. Please call 921-8345 to schedule a time or for more information. *Click
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