A FREE comprehensive four-session program that provides guidance on the planning, preparation, and consumption of nutritious meals, fostering a pathway to a healthier lifestyle. Each session features interactive education and food demonstrations.

Speakers:

Jessica Faraci, MD, Family Practice at Parkview; Mid Coast-Parkview Health

Laurie Inacio, MS, RDN, LDN, Mid Coast Hospital Medical Nutrition Therapy

Alison Fernald, RDN, LDN, CDE, Mid Coast Hospital Medical Nutrition Therapy

Alexandra Jungbluth, MS, RDN, LDN, Mid Coast Hospital Medical Nutrition Therapy

March 13th: What to Eat

March 27th: Why We Eat

April 24th: How to Eat

May 29th: When, or When not, to Eat

Registration is required.

For more information call (207) 373-6585

This program is designed to limit stress, reduce fatigue, and promote healing for cancer patients and their caregivers, pre, post, or during treatment. Walk-ins welcome.

Expect: A better sense of well being, Stimulated immune system, Help with building bone density, and Increased strength and flexibility.

Next session to be determined. Please reach out if you have any questions.

Mid Coast Center for Community Health and Wellness, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011, 207-373-6585

MUTUAL SUPPORT FROM OTHERS

This group is open to anyone trying to quit tobacco, thinking about quitting, struggling to maintain quit or wanting support during any phase of tobacco use or quit process. We also welcome successful quitters who would like to support others in the quit process or could benefit from accountability to help maintain their quit.

We offer weekly health tips and encourage participants to share their challenges and successes to support each other in working toward goals. This is a great opportunity to talk with others in similar situations and share ideas.

Registration required. For more information call (207) 844-4582.  

Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your iPhone calendar system.

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WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN

This group is open to women aged 18-45 who are trying to quit tobacco, thinking about quitting, struggling to maintain quit or wanting support during any phase of tobacco use or quit process. We also welcome successful quitters who would like to support others in the quit process or could benefit from accountability to help maintain their quit.

We offer weekly health tips and encourage participants to share their challenges and successes to support each other in working toward goals. This is a great opportunity to talk with others in similar situations and share ideas.  

Registration required. For more information call (207) 844-4582.

If you are looking for support and not a woman of childbearing age, you are welcome to join our general Tobacco Support Group.

Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your iPhone calendar system.

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Meeting ID: 836 1015 1367

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.

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. 

* 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. 

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.

Join us for one-hour of mindfulness practice outside among the beautiful pines at Mid Coast Hospital’s Parkview Campus. Each session consists of mindful stretching, walking in nature, meditation and discussion. Beginners are welcome!

We meet outside next to the duck pond located at the front of the building. Seating will be provided, but feel free to bring your favorite outdoor chair with you. Registration required.

Mid Coast Center for Community Health & Wellness 329 Maine Street-Main (south) Entrance, Brunswick 

For more information, call (207) 373-6585.