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Support Groups
in Health Condition Management and 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
Embracing Life with Cancer
available
with Various Providers
Six week education and support series focusing on managing life with cancer.
Cal 207-373-6585 for more information.
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
available
with Various Providers
Informal group that allows people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their caregivers to share information and compare experiences. Collaborative effort with YMCA Brunswick Landing.
Tobacco Treatment Coaching Programs
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN
Need help quitting Tobacco Use or maybe just trying to start with cutting down? There are free resources available:
MaineHealth MidCoast Hospital BeFree (Local) Program offers cost free support to help your quit journey. Appointments are available for phone, Zoom, or in-person. Call 207-844-4582 to speak to a Tobacco Treatment Specialist to help develop a personalized plan that works with your lifestyle or ask your Provider to submit a referral and our team will contact you.
Maine Quitlink (ME State program) can be reached by calling 1-800-Quit-Now or www.mainequitlink.com - this is a free program offering phone and text support.
Military Members or Veterans enrolled in VA health care may contact any of the above programs and also:
- https://veterans.smokefree.gov/
- Smokefree\VET Text Program: text VET to 47848.
- VA’s free telephone quitline: 1-855-QUIT-VET (1-855-784-8838)
- YouCanQuit2 (Depart of Defense) https://www.ycq2.org/
Call for more information or with any questions 207-844-4582.