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Wellness Library
with Lifestyle Medicine Staff
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
with Cate Parker MS, RN, DipACLM
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
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN
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.
Walk with a Doc
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN
Take a STEP toward better HEALTH
Walking is low impact, and safe with a doctor's okay, for people with orthopedic ailments, heart conditions, and those who are more than 20% overweight. Walking for as little as 30 minutes a day has many benefits, including:
- Reducing the risk of coronary heart disease, osteoporosis, Type 2 diabetes, and breast and colon cancer
- Maintaining body weight and lowering risk of obesity
- Enhancing mental well-being
Join our physicians and health care providers for a walk and talk and become informed and inspired on the journey to improving your health.
To learn more and sign the waiver prior to your first walk, visit https://walkwithadoc.org/join-a-walk/locations/brunswick-me/
Registration is not required but is helpful.
2026 Walks to begin the week of May 4:
- Mondays 1:00 to 1:30 - Jessica Faraci, MD / Parkview
- Tuesdays 12:15 to 12:45 - Tim Howe, MD / Topsham
- Wednesdays 12:30 to 1:00 - Jeff Maher, MD / Station Ave
- Thursdays 12:30 to 1:00 - Elaina Malais, FNP / Parkview
- Fridays 12:15 to 12:45 Nicole Kelly, FNP / Parkview
Running Start Track at Bowdoin
with Running Start Exercise Physiologists
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 Medical Gym at Parkview
with Running Start Exercise Physiologists
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.
Running Start Swim at Bowdoin
with Running Start Exercise Physiologists
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.
Stroke Support Group
with Susan Horton
This FREE support group promotes wellness in those who have survived a stroke. Each month, a topic of interest to stroke patients and their families is discussed, and guest speakers are invited.Participants have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from others.
The Stroke Support Group is facilitated by a Mid Coast Hospital rehabilitation therapist.
FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH FROM 1 – 2 P.M.
MH Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine St (Parkview), Brunswick, Classroom 4
For more information call (207) 373-6183 or email StrokeSupportGroup@mainehealth.org