PBMC & WCGH September Event Calendar

September Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital PBMC and WCGH are offering childbirth education and a few outdoor community health & wellness classes in person. Please note all attendees will need to abide by social distancing and masking guidelines. The support groups listed will meet virtually through online platforms. You will receive access to the support group or class after registering. Thank you for your understanding.

Virtual Breastfeeding Support Group - PBMC Tuesdays, September 1 – 29 Noon to 2:30 p.m. and 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

(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. We are temporarily offering this support group online. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register. After you are registered, shortly before the class starts you will receive an email with information as to how to participate in the class. Please call 301-8337 for more information.

Virtual PBMC Postpartum Support Group Thursdays, September 3 & 17, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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. For more information, please call 301-8337. We are temporarily offering this support group online. Please call 301-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. After you are registered, shortly before the class starts you will receive an email with information as to how to participate in the class.

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Events: September

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Virtual Breastfeeding Support Group - WCGH Mondays, September 7 – 28, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

(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.

We are temporarily offering this support group online. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register. After you are registered, shortly before the class starts you will receive an email with information as to how to participate in the class. For more information, please contact lactation services at WCGH at 505-4109.

Reducing Stigma When Working With People Who Use Drugs Tuesday, September 8, 10:30 a.m. to noon Virtual class The words we choose have an impact. How we talk about drug use and people who use drugs is informed by our own preconceived notions and internal biases. People with substance use disorders continue to report high rates of discrimination from medical providers, service denials from government entities, and continued unfair targeting by law enforcement. Join Duncan Dwyer, public health educator with Health Equity Alliance, for this workshop where you will explore personal biases related to substance use and examine the way that these biases present in language. This training is free but pre-registration is required in order to obtain virtual access. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.

Take a Break with Guided Meditation Tuesday, September 8, 12:15 to 12:45 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.

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Advance Care Planning Workshop Tuesday, September 8, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Virtual class Advance care planning is an organized process of reflecting upon and discussing goals for future health care decisions. It is an important part of creating an advance directive, which is a written plan that represents your individual preferences and tells others what medical care you want or do not want to receive if you become too ill in the future to tell them. Join trained advance care planning facilitator Vikki Swan for this online workshop where you will begin the process of filling out your advance directive. 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.

Virtual WCGH Postpartum Support Group Thursdays, September 10 & 24, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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. For more information, please call 505-4109. We are temporarily offering this support group online. Please call 301-3950 or visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com to register. After you are registered, shortly before the class starts you will receive an email with information as to how to participate in the class.

Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, September 12, 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.

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Adverse Childhood Experiences: How Early Trauma Impacts Long Term Health and Social Outcomes Monday, September 14, 10:30 a.m. to noon Virtual class How do traumatic events during childhood impact later development?

How do factors like experiencing child abuse, a lack of housing or food security, or social instability in the home relate to a person’s likelihood of later engaging in problematic drug use? How can resilience be supported in children’s lives to help mitigate potentially life threatening consequences of childhood trauma? Join Duncan Dwyer, public health educator with Health Equity Alliance, to explore the adverse childhood experiences study and learn to develop ways to integrate awareness of ACE scores in your own trauma-informed practice. This training is free but pre-registration is required in order to obtain virtual access. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.

Take a Break with Guided Meditation Tuesday, September 15, 12:15 to 12:45 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.

Breastfeeding Class Saturday, September 19, 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.

Please note class space is limited and all attendees will need to abide by social distancing and masking guidelines.

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Events: September

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Favorite Fall Hike: Head of Tide Preserve Monday, September 21, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m.

Doak Road, Belfast 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.

Breastfeeding Basics Tuesday, September 22, 6:00 to 8:00 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 301-8337. Please note class space is limited and all attendees will need to abide by social distancing and masking guidelines.

Simple Strategies for Fall Prevention Wednesday, September 23, 9:00 to 9:45 a.m.

Virtual class Many believe that falls are inevitable as we get older. That doesn’t have to be the case. Building balance and strength are essential to preventing falls and maintaining your independence. Join personal trainer Rachael McCormick and certified A Matter of Balance facilitator Megan Day to learn exercises and easy changes you can implement at home to decrease your chances of falling. This class is free but space is limited so pre-registration is required in order to gain virtual access. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.

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Medication Safety and Fall Prevention Wednesday, September 23, 4:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Virtual class The medications you take can affect your balance, especially if you are managing multiple health concerns. Join Tom Edge, PharmD of the Pharmacy at Pen Bay Medical Center, to learn about medications that could increase your fall risk and tips for safely managing medications. This virtual presentation is free but pre-registration is required in order to obtain virtual access; please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.

Mindful Eating Tuesdays, September 29 – October 13, 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Virtual class Are you tired of diets? This class can help you reduce over-eating and help you feel better, without dieting. You’ll develop greater self-awareness using guided mindful exercises, exploring outdated patterns of behavior and sharing experiences. You will be re-acquainted with the balance of enjoying the food you eat and eating foods that fuel your long term well-being. $19.50 registration fee is required. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register.

Favorite Fall Hike: Beech Hill Preserve Wednesday, September 30, 5:00 to 5:45 p.m.

Beech Hill Road, 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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