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Lifestyle Medicine: SOCIAL CONNECTION & SUPPORT
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.
Stroke Support Group
with Various Providers
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
Journaling for Better Health
with Lifestyle Medicine Staff
Wednesdays, April 15-29, 5:30-7 p.m.
Join Maine writer Sarah Kilch Gaffney for this free 3-week workshop series where participants will come together to learn how writing and journaling can help as they navigate the ups and downs of everyday life.
Participants will hear readings, try out writing prompts, and learn about the benefits of expressive writing and journaling. We will explore writing as a tool for improving overall health, processing difficult times, and as a form of self-care.
Workshop participants will get to bring a journal home with them to continue their writing practice, and no prior writing experience is necessary.
Registration is required.
For more information, please call 207-373-6585.
MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine Street (Main/South Entrance), Brunswick, ME
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
A Mindful Moment
with Rebecca Porter
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
with Lifestyle Medicine Staff
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
with Lifestyle Medicine Staff
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.
Book Club
available
with Lifestyle Medicine Staff
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.