Culinary Medicine Lectures and cooking demonstrations led by a physician with a focus on Whole Food Plant Based Eating.

Enjoy a presentation from local doctor, learn about the health benefits of some of their favorite foods, and observe a cooking demonstration for several creative recipes.

Call 207-373-6585 for more information.

Join us in our lobby at 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, for some creative time.  

• 10:15am  - Art Demos (time will vary from 30 - 60 minutes every Tuesday)  All Supplies included, Projects will vary each week, No Registration Required, Open to All
• 1:15 to 2:15 - Handwork Group, Bring your own small project (knitting, crochet, embroidery, quilting, or a project of your choice) to work, be inspired to create with others in our Social Hub, and enjoy good conversation with community members. No Registration Required, Open to All.  

Call 207-373-6585 for more information .

Six week education and support series focusing on managing life with cancer.

Cal 207-373-6585 for more information.

A 4-part series on evidence-based nutrition for a healthy eating lifestyle.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEOwiyL6hb4Z0C6_mUXp40jmMKV-1sHV_ 

Visit our Youtube Channel to view recordings of previous Food for Health presentations and cooking demonstrations.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEOwiyL6hb4aDuJh5dmkQ6he883sSMc7_ 

View this presentation that provides guidance on how to manage common chronic conditions including high blood pressure, high cholesterol and high blood sugar, with dietary interventions.

https://youtu.be/yB1zkIf9R5E?si=mC90HORPPao_hlZc 

IMPROVment® | Improvisational Movement for Brain Body Health

Fun, creative, and lively, this series of evidence-based dance classes encourage participants to build stamina, strength, and confidence all while moving to music in a joyful and non-judgemental atmosphere. No prior experience is necessary, and attendees are invited to take the class at their own pace and slow down or rest at any time. 

Program aims: 

• to build strength and endurance 
• to focus on balance and agility
• to have fun and be creative in a non-judgemental and non-competitive atmosphere

Any adult 65 years of age or older is encouraged to participate in this class series! Those with PD, early dementia, or individuals looking for cardiac rehabilitation are especially encouraged to participate.

Registration is Required for EACH session - Participants are welcome to join for one class or all eight! Cost is $8/class or $40 for the series (call to register for all 8 to receive discount). Payment accepted by credit card or check payable to "Community Health & Wellness". Checks may be delivered to the front desk at Parkview prior to the class.

For more information call (207) 373-6585.

About the teaching artist: Jessie Laurita-Spanglet is a dance artist, educator, and arts administrator based in Brunswick, Maine. Jessie’s work at the intersection of movement and health has led to her current role as Intervention Coordinator on a cross-disciplinary dance and neuroscience research team at Wake Forest University. In addition to her work at Wake Forest, Jessie has taught courses on the topic of Dance and Health at Colby College and the University of Southern Maine, where she is currently a Lecturer in the Department of Theater. Jessie holds an MFA in dance from the University of Maryland, and is a 2024 National Arts Strategies Creative Community Fellow.

LOCAL PROVIDERS ADDRESSING IMPORTANT HEALTH TOPICS  

Ongoing series of free talks, classes, demonstrations, and healthy lifestyle options offered by the MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick. 

For more information please call 207-373-6585.