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Wellness Library
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Wellness Library

Free

with Lifestyle Medicine Staff

Calendar Current session started Jan 1, 2026

Visit our Wellness Library in the Social Hub at Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick!

Our Library consists of some well-connected topics, including but not limited to:  

  • Nutrition & Healthy Eating Cookbooks
  • Therapies
  • Dementia
  • Parkinson's
  • Child/Teen health
  • Cancer
  • Mental Health
  • Stress 

Our books are available for reading or check-out whenever we have a volunteer staffing the Social Hub. 

MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick

207-373-6585  

Cardiac Support Group

Free

with Cate Parker MS, RN, DipACLM

Calendar Current session started Jan 13, 2026 at 1:30 pm

This group is intended for patients who have experienced heart problems.

Caregivers are welcome.

 

What to expect:

· Social connection and support

· Ongoing contact with health professionals

· Keep updated on latest recommendations

· Explore elements of Lifestyle medicine

· Represent the needs of other heart patients

 

2nd Tuesday each month, 1:30-2:30 pm, at Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011

Participants do not need to have been a part of cardiac rehab to join in this group.

 

For more information, please call 207-373-6360.

 

 

Walk with a Doc Shop

$20

with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN

Calendar Current session started Feb 1, 2026
6 additional sessions through Feb 1, 2026

Walk with a Doc T-Shirts 

This updated unisex essential fits like a well-loved favorite.

  • 52% combed and ring-spun cotton 48% poly (super soft!)
  • WWAD logo on the front; walkwithadoc.org on the back
  • Blue t-shirts in Adult sizes Small, Medium, Large, Xtra Large
  • Green t-shirts Adult sizes Medium, Large, Xtra Large

Pay online and pick-up at Lifestyle Medicine, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick (Parkview). Click "Register" to purchase a "seat" (shirt).

For more information or assistance please call 207-373-6585.

Running Start Track at Bowdoin

$40

with Running Start Exercise Physiologists

Calendar Current session started Apr 2, 2026 at 8 am
3 additional sessions through Jul 2, 2026

Running Start is a co-ed exercise program for all age groups that incorporates the proper technique of warm-up, stretching, calisthenics, and aerobic exercise tailored to your personal needs. The classes allow everyone to increase or maintain their fitness level in their own way. A clinical exercise physiologist facilitates this program.

Medical Release from a physician and Waiver of Liability are required prior to participation.

Regular physical activity improves your cardiovascular system, muscle tone, and flexibility, as well as reduces the risk of heart disease, the number one killer of adults in the United States. If you increase your physical activity level, you will improve your quality of life. You'll look better, feel better, and have more energy to enjoy your leisure time.

Running Start Swim at Bowdoin

$45

with Running Start Exercise Physiologists

Calendar Current session started Apr 2, 2026 at 9 am
3 additional sessions through Jul 2, 2026

Running Start Swim is a co-ed exercise program for all age groups with shallow-end aerobics and lane swimming. A clinical exercise physiologist facilitates this program.

Medical Release from a physician and Waiver of Liability are required prior to participation.

Regular physical activity improves your cardiovascular system, muscle tone, and flexibility, as well as reduces the risk of heart disease, the number one killer of adults in the United States. If you increase your physical activity level, you will improve your quality of life. You'll look better, feel better, and have more energy to enjoy your leisure time.

Running Start Medical Gym at Parkview

$40

with Running Start Exercise Physiologists

Calendar Current session started Apr 2, 2026 at 9 am
7 additional sessions through Jul 2, 2026

Supervised medical exercise consisting of an initial fitness assessment and progressive resistance training, flexibility exercises, and a cardiovascular program. 

A clinical exercise physiologist facilitates this program. Classes are $40 per month per person and meet Tuesdays and Thursdays in either a morning or afternoon time slot.

Registration is required and is by the month.

* Please DO NOT register prior to completing your Intake and being assigned a class time.

* Medical Release from a physician and Waiver of Liability are required prior to participation. Once your Medical Release has been received, an exercise physiologist will contact you to schedule an Intake Appointment. 

Please call 207-373-6585 for more information or to request required forms.

 

Food is Medicine

Free

with Meghan Perham

Calendar Current session started Apr 7, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 15 weeks
1 additional session on Sep 1, 2026

Food is Medicine MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital

MaineHealth is offering a FREE 15-week program to help people improve their health with nutritious food and lifestyle changes. Eating healthy foods can help with conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity. Your journey toward better health can start today!

Who can join? This free program is for people who:

  • Are age 18+
  • Have a chronic health condition (like type 2 diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol or high blood pressure)
  • Have limited access to affordable, healthy food
  • Want to make healthy lifestyle changes

What you can expect

  • Weekly bags of healthy food and accompanying recipes from MaineHealth Food Pantry Brunswick
  • Connect with and support others in your community
  • Resources to help manage your health conditions

For More Information:

A collaboration between MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick and the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program.

Neurographic Art

$30

with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN

Calendar Next available session starts Apr 15, 2026 at 9:45 am
1 additional session on Apr 16, 2026

Neurographic Art

Art and creativity can help you connect to your feelings, increase your self-awareness and ability to think of new ways to problem solve, and develop healthy habits and routines.

Class will meet for two sessions with one additional optional class.

  • Learn how to let go of stress and improve your overall sense of well-being through a creative drawing experience.
  • Learn how to use simple creative exercises to create your own sense of calm.
  • No drawing or artistic skill is required.

All supplies will be provided. You may bring any favorite markers, colored pencils or pens if you would like to — though they are not required.

Cost for the three-class series is $30. Registration is required.

MH Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine Street-SOUTH/MAIN ENTRANCE, Brunswick

For more information call (207) 373-6585.





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