Grief at the Holidays - a Conversation

Coping strategies for dealing with grief and loss during the holidays.

Presenter: Andy Sokoloff, LMSW, Bereavement Coordinator, MaineHealth CHANS Home Health and Hospice

MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine Street Brunswick, ME 04011

Registration is required.

For more information call 207-373-6585.

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.

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 

Please join our mindfulness instructors for a free 15-minute online mindful moment. We will gather on Zoom for an opportunity to slow down, take a breath, and reconnect with our bodies and minds in this busy world.

For more information, please call 207-373-6585.

A Morning of Intention

You’re invited to join us for A Morning of Intention — a thoughtfully curated experience designed to nourish your body, mind, and spirit.

Health in Motion

Begin your morning with an invigorating, improvisational movement. This joyful session will help build stamina, strength, and confidence — all while moving to music in a supportive and uplifting environment. 

Mindfulness

Next, enjoy a guided mindfulness session led by our facilitators. You’ll connect with the present moment and engage in a short writing exercise to encourage personal reflection.

Mindful Watercolor

Take some time to slow down and appreciate the world around you. We’ll use supplied watercolors to paint in a water coloring journal.

A Healthful Lunch

We’ll conclude our morning together with a wholesome, nourishing lunch — a chance to relax and socialize in good company.

In the event of inclement weather class will be rescheduled.

$60 per person

Registration is required 

329 Maine St., Brunswick, ME - we will meet inside in the Lifestyle Medicine Hub.

Facilitators – Rebecca Porter, Hannah Reese, Estelle Krestos, Jessie Laurita-Spanglet

Aging With Vitality Series

Join us for an open discussion on understanding and embracing the process of aging with intention. Aging is a lifelong journey that encompasses both physical and psychological changes. While it’s often viewed through a lens of decline, it can also provide meaningful opportunities to reflect, change, and grow through choices and mindset. Topics include: 

• Age is A State of Mind 
• New Chapters 
• Are You Thriving? 

Call 207-373-6585 for more information.

Mindfulness – A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Hectic World by Tessa Watt & Syed Adeel

In a world where stress and distractions are constant companions, finding moments of peace and clarity can seem elusive. "Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Finding Peace in a Hectic World" offers a comprehensive and accessible approach to integrating mindfulness into your everyday life. This book demystifies the ancient practice of mindfulness, presenting it in a practical, easy-to-understand format suitable for both beginners and those looking to deepen their practice.

Please 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 .