October Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital PBMC and WCGH are offering childbirth education and support groups and a few outdoor community health & wellness classes in person. Please note all attendees will need to abide by social distancing and masking guidelines. You will receive access to the support group or class after registering. Thank you for your understanding.
Breastfeeding Support Group Thursdays, October 1 – 29, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Community Room, Biscone Building, 119 Northport Ave, Belfast (Every Monday, please call ahead if it falls on a holiday) This group offers breastfeeding support and guidance to breastfeeding mothers. Our certified lactation consultants and certified lactation counselors will lead breastfeeding topics such as the early weeks, fussy babies, common problems and solutions, going back to work, nutrition and long term breastfeeding success. Registration is required, please call WCGH lactation services at 505-4109. All participants will be contacted by the facilitator of the group for a verbal screening and will need to follow social distancing and masking guidelines. Postpartum Support Group Thursdays, October 1 & 8, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pen Bay Medical Center 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, moms-to-be and family members who want to connect with others for support. Registration is required, please call 301-8337. All participants will be contacted by the facilitator of the group for a verbal screening and will need to follow social distancing and masking guidelines. Meeting location will be confirmed during registration.
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Events: October
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, October 3, 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. Please note class space is limited and all attendees will need to abide by social distancing and masking guidelines. Favorite Fall Hike: McLellan-Poor Preserve Monday, October 5, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m. Route 1, Northport This fall, join members of the Community Health & Wellness team for guided (socially distant) hikes of some of our favorite Coastal Mountains Land Trust trails. Selected hikes will be approximately one mile in length and considered easy, with occasional rough terrain and some inclines. Participants should wear appropriate footwear and bring drinking water for the hike. For more information about any of the trails, please visit coastalmountains.org. These guided hikes are free but space is limited so pre-registration is required; please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.
Breastfeeding Support Group Tuesdays, October 6 – 27. Noon to 2:30 p.m. Pen Bay Medical Center (Every Tuesday, please call ahead if it falls on a holiday) 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. Registration is required, please call 301-8337. All participants will be contacted by the facilitator of the group for a verbal screening and will need to follow social distancing and masking guidelines. Meeting location will be confirmed during registration.
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Events: October
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Alzheimers Disease Support Group Tuesday, October, 6, 6:00 p.m. The Alzheimer’s Support Group provides information and support to area residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.Currently the group is meeting via Zoom. Free. Those interested in participating should contact Cheri R. Blouin, LSW at (207) 301-6237 or at cblouin@pbmc.org for the meeting details. Postpartum Support Group Thursdays, October 8 & 22, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Community Room, Biscone Building, 119 Northport Ave, Belfast 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, moms-to-be and family members who want to connect with others for support. Registration is required, please call 505-4109. All participants will be contacted by the facilitator of the group for a verbal screening and will need to follow social distancing and masking guidelines. Breastfeeding Class Saturday, October 10, 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. Registration is required, please call 505-4140 to register. Please note class space is limited and all attendees will need to abide by social distancing and masking guidelines. Favorite Fall Hike: Harkness Preserve Wednesday, October 14, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m. Spruce Street, Rockport This fall, join members of the Community Health & Wellness team for guided (socially distant) hikes of some of our favorite Coastal Mountains Land Trust trails. Selected hikes will be approximately one mile in length and considered easy, with occasional rough terrain and moderate inclines. Participants should wear appropriate footwear and bring drinking water for the hike. For more information about any of the trails, please visit coastalmountains.org. These guided hikes are free but space is limited so pre-registration is required; please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.
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Events: October
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Take a Break with Guided Meditation Monday, October 19, noon to 12:30 p.m. Virtual class Making time in your day to recharge and relieve stress is important for your well-being and can be as simple as tuning in for this virtual class. Find a quiet spot and sign in for as much of this quick meditation break as you can. The class will begin with a 20 minute guided meditation, followed by five minutes of silent meditation. This class is free but pre-registration is required in order to obtain virtual access. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register. Naloxone Training Tuesday, October 20, noon to 1:00 p.m. Virtual class Naloxone is a life-saving medication that is used to counter the effects of drugs like heroin and prescription narcotics. Join providers from Pen Bay Medical Center to learn how to use naloxone to save the life of anyone who is experiencing an opioid overdose. This class is free but pre-registration is required in order to obtain virtual access. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register. Alzheimers Disease Support Group Tuesday, October, 20, 6:00 p.m. The Alzheimer’s Support Group provides information and support to area residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.Currently the group is meeting via Zoom. Free. Those interested in participating should contact Cheri R. Blouin, LSW at (207) 301-6237 or at cblouin@pbmc.org for the meeting details. How to Support Someone with Quitting Tobacco Tuesday, October 20, 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Virtual class Quitting tobacco is difficult, but having support through the process can make it easier and increase chances of success. Learn how you can help support friends or loved ones and help connect them to free resources through the Maine QuitLink. This class is free but pre-registration is required in order to obtain virtual access. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.
better. together.
Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.
Events: October
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Take a Break with Guided Meditation Monday, October 26, noon to 12:30 p.m. Virtual class Making time in your day to recharge and relieve stress is important for your well-being and can be as simple as tuning in for this virtual class. Find a quiet spot and sign in for as much of this quick meditation break as you can. The class will begin with a 20 minute guided meditation, followed by five minutes of silent meditation. This class is free but pre-registration is required in order to obtain virtual access. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.
Drive-thru flu vaccine clinics at Pen Bay Medical Center. No appointment is necessary. • Please drive up, fill out the provided paperwork and the flu vaccine will be administered while you wait in your car. • Please bring your insurance card with you. If you do not have insurance you will be billed a nominal fee. • Open to individuals 7 years old and older. • All clinics at 4 Glen Cove Drive are under the tent in the Physicians Building Parking Lot • Saturday clinics at Madelyn Lane are pediatric flu immunization for kids 6 months and above - kids, bring your parents for their flu shot, too! 10/6/2020
Tuesday
8am-1pm
4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport
10/7/2020
Wednesday
12pm-5pm
4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport
10/13/2020
Tuesday
8am-1pm
4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport
10/14/2020
Wednesday
12pm-5pm
4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport
10/20/2020
Tuesday
8am-1pm
4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport
10/21/2020
Wednesday
12pm-5pm
4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport
10/24/2020
Saturday
9am-1pm
7 Madelyn Lane, Rockport
10/26/2020
Monday
9am-4pm
Waldoboro Family Medicine
10/27/2020
Tuesday
8am-1pm
4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport
10/28/2020
Wednesday
12pm-5pm
4 Glen Cove Drive, Rockport
Flu Vaccine Clinic: The Pharmacy at PBMC will host a flu vaccine clinic on Monday,
October 12 from 9am-3pm under the canopy at the 4 White Street entrance of the Knox Center in Rockland. No appointments are required. If you have insurance, please bring your insurance card. If you don't have insurance, the cost is $35 for regular and $54 for high dose, billed to you later. There is a very limited quantity of high dose vaccine, so they are on a first come, first served basis.
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Events: October
Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital
Drive-thru flu vaccine clinics at Waldo County General Hospital No appointment is necessary. • Please drive up, fill out the provided paperwork and the flu vaccine will be administered while you wait in your car. • Please bring your insurance card with you. If you do not have insurance you will be billed a nominal fee. • All 125 Northport Ave clinics will take place under the testing tent next the the building. • Open to individuals 7 years old and older. 10/1/2020
Thursday
8am-12pm
125 Northport Ave, Belfast
10/1/2020
Thursday
1pm-4pm
10/8/2020
Thursday
8am-12pm
Stockton Springs Regional Health Center, 11 Cape Jellison Road 125 Northport Ave, Belfast
10/15/2020 Thursday
8am-12pm
125 Northport Ave, Belfast
10/22/2020 Thursday
8am-12pm
125 Northport Ave, Belfast
10/29/2020 Thursday
8am-12pm
125 Northport Ave, Belfast
Drive-thru flu vaccine clinics through Belfast Public Health Nursing Association. Free. Adult Belfast residents only. No appointment is necessary. 10/13/2020
Tuesday
3pm-6pm
10/27/2020
Tuesday
3pm-6pm
10/28/2020
Wednesday
7am-9am and 3pm-6pm
Belfast Boat House 34 Commercial Street Belfast Boat House 34 Commercial Street Belfast Boat House 34 Commercial Street
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