This informal support group for breastfeeding families provides interaction as well as individual assistance when needed. Women wanting more information about breastfeeding are also welcome. Facilitated by a lactation consultant from the Women and Infants unit. Please call (207)301-8337 for more information. 

This course consists of TWO sessions which meet on Thursday, January 30, 2025, and Thursday, February 6, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. both days. You must attend both sessions.

Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among people over the age of 18. 

The course will teach you how to  apply the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE):

• Assess for risk of suicide or harm.
• Listen nonjudgmentally.
• Give reassurance and information.
• Encourage appropriate professional help.
• Encourage self-help and other support strategies.

This course is for adults including employers, police officers, hospital staff, first responders, and any caring individuals in the community.

Once registered, you will receive a pre-class work assignment via e-mail and a link for the ZOOM sessions.

Falls are one of the top three causes of nonfatal injuries in adults aged 65 and older.

In this workshop, you'll explore common concerns about falling, discover effective ways to reduce your risk, and participate in gentle Tai Chi and strength and balance exercises. You'll also leave with a personalized action plan to help reduce your risk of falling and improve your confidence.

This support group provides a safe space for families grieving the loss of a child through miscarriage or pregnancy loss. Join Leah Kohlstrom and Claire Philbrook the first Tuesday of each month at Pen Bay Hospital's Women's Health Center to explore grief with tea and the occasional activity. This will be a space to share and process grief alongside others who have experienced similar loss. Please register in advance so the facilitators can plan ahead. 

Join members from the MaineHealth Center for Health Improvement Community Health department at Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals, in partnership with Coastal Mountains Land Trust, to get outdoors and stay active with guided hikes year round.

In February, we have TWO hikes!  The first hike, Thursday, February 6th, will meet at Camden Hills State Park in Belfast at 10:00 a.m.  The second hike, our Full Moon hike at Beech Hill Preserve in Rockport, starts at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11th.  Sign up for BOTH!

Warm layers and water are always recommended! All levels are welcome; however, please leave pets at home.

This group meets at trailheads throughout Knox and Waldo counties one Thursday of each month - but this month we get a bonus hike!

We offer a safe place for new and pregnant mothers and families to talk, listen, get support and gain education on postpartum experiences. This is a free group for moms, moms-to-be and family members who want to connect with others for support. Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are welcome. Please call (207)505-4140 for more information or to register.

 This group meets on the 2nd Monday of each month, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Advance care planning is an organized process of reflecting upon and discussing goals for future health care decisions. It is an important part of creating an advance directive, which is a written plan that represents your individual preferences and tells others what medical care you want or do not want to receive if you become too ill in the future to tell them.

Join trained advance care planning facilitator Vikki Webster for this workshop at the Rockland Public Library where you will begin the process of filling out your advance directive. Registration is optional; walk-ins welcome.

Enjoy a new approach to child birth class combining brain science, birth science and technology to empower your positive birth through preparation. This class takes place over a series of three Tuesdays and will include training and education in mindfulness, hypnosis, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and sports psychology. A mobile app will also be able available if desired to enhance the learning experience.

Pre-registration is required in order to obtain access to virtual access. Please call 301-8337 to register.