The Wellness Calendar
Community Publication of Charlton Memorial, St. Luke’s and Tobey Hospitals
cancer programs
The following programs take place at The Oncology Center and are free of charge. Call 508-978-5858 for information.
A Helping Hand
A program introducing a number of complementary techniques to assist patients and their families in coping with a cancer diagnosis. Aromatherapy, therapeutic massage, relaxation techniques and meditation.
Support Group
First Monday of the month, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Ongoing support group for anyone who is
post-treatment for a cancer diagnosis. This
is offered to enable patients to deal with
their feelings after treatment and with any
effect the diagnosis and/or treatment has
had on their lives.
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education programs
Baby-Sitting 101 — Safe Sitter
For boys and girls 11 and up. Teaches
children to become safer and more
effective babysitters. Heimlich
Maneuver and CPR are taught.
Center for Women’s Health
Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
October 22, 29, November 5
$60 per child in advance to hold
their registration. Children
must attend all 3 sessions.
Registration required.
Call Patti McGuire at
508-961-5445.
Charlton
Memorial
Hospital
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
$30 per child, age 11 to 14 years
Call 508-679-7308. to register and
check for additional dates.
Infant and Child CPR for Families and Friends
Pediatric CPR course covering techniques for newborns to 8-year-olds.
Center for Women’s Health
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
October 8, November 5
$35/person, $50/2 persons
Call 508-961-5445.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
$25 per person, includes AHA book
Call 508-679-7308 for dates of upcoming classes.
Is Weight Loss Surgery Right for You?
First Tuesday of the month, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
An educational seminar on weight loss surgery that outlines its benefits and the health risks associated with morbid obesity. Various surgical procedures and who is a likely candidate for the procedure also will be covered. Call 508-295-3900 to register.
Tobey Hospital, Stillman Library
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exercise and fitness
Advanced Body Symmetry
Tuesdays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
Thursdays, 8:45 to 9:45 a.m.
A steady-paced, deep muscle workout combining
yoga, pilates, tai chi, strength and core progressions.
A new yoga posture featured weekly.
We will stretch, challenge and relax the entire
body. Practiced yoga and Pilates students
only. Call 508-999-2171.
$70/6 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Advanced Pilates
Wednesdays, 8 to 8:45 a.m.
Ongoing
Pilates combines the suppleness of Yoga with
the strength building of weight work. Work on
integration of body and mind to create balance
in a small class. Class for all fitness levels and
body types. Three levels of classes available. Call 508-999-2171.
$90/6 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Aqua Kickboxing
Sundays, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Kick, jab and splash into fitness. Enjoy combination movements that will increase cardio endurance and core strength. Join us to help you strengthen, define and tone. Call 508-999-2171 to register.
$35/6 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Ballroom Dancing
Beginners: Thursdays, 7 to 8 p.m. or Fridays, 6 to 7 p.m.
Advanced Beginners: Wednesdays, 8 to 9 p.m. or Fridays, 7 to 8 p.m.
Intermediate: Wednesdays, 7 to 8 p.m. or Fridays, 8 to 9 p.m.
Waltz, Fox-trot, Swing, Cha-cha, Rumba, Tango and Salsa. Instructor: Lee Terry.
Call 508-999-2171 to register.
$45 per person/8 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Physician referral required.
An ongoing, structured exercise and education outpatient program for individuals recovering from heart attack, heart surgery, heart disease or who are high risk.
Covered by most health plans
Charlton: 508-679-7076
St. Luke’s: 508-961-5460
Tobey: 508-273-4170
Feeling Fit
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Physician referral required.
Individualized exercise program for those with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, congestive heart failure, peripheral vascular disease, high blood pressure and those who are overweight. For information, call 508-679-7076.
$55/month
Cardiopulmonary Rehab at Somerset
Fitness Testing
By appointment
Measure blood pressure, resting heart rate, body composition, flexibility, girth measurements and aerobic capacity. Call 508-999-2171 for an appointment.
Cost varies
Southcoast Wellness Center
Golf Conditioning Program
By appointment
Power up your game with this golf-specific
strength and stretching program that will
improve swing range, club velocity and
build powerful trunk and shoulder muscles.
Includes 30-day membership.
$135
Call 508-999-2171 for information or
appointment.
Southcoast Wellness Center
Hatha Yoga
Saturdays, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.
Instructor is a certified vibration medicine practitioner and hatha yoga instructor. Marianne Morin, RN.
$70/6 weeks
Call 508-999-2171 for information and to register.
Southcoast Wellness Center
Hip Hop Dance Class: Feel the Beat
Mondays and Fridays, 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
This beginner Hip Hop class will teach the
basic eight counts. Learn each dance step
with classmates and add to the routine
each week. Call 508-999-2171 for more
information.
Southcoast Wellness Center
Par-Formance Golf
By appointment
Individualized program designed to address
pain and physical limitations experienced
during your golf game while improving your
strength, flexibility, balance and swing. Call
508-910-3434 for an appointment.
$100 initial assessment, $200/8 sessions
S.P.O.R.T. Clinic, Mashpee Building
Personal Training
By appointment
Certified personal trainers are available for one-on-one fitness training sessions with Nautilus, free weights and cardiovascular equipment. Includes a free consultation and fitness assessment. Call 508-999-2171.
$135/5 sessions
Southcoast Wellness Center
Pre/Postnatal Fitness
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5:30 to 7 p.m.
An exercise and fitness program designed for pregnant and postpartum women, for labor, birth and after. Ongoing, open enrollment. Registration required. Health history needed before participating. Call Patti McGuire at 508-961-5445.
$50/16-class card, $30/8-class card, $5/class, walk-in
Center for Women’s Health
Prenatal Yoga
Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Use breath to relax and create confidence during pregnancy and childbirth. Tone pelvic floor muscles for optimal support for baby. Tone muscles in arms and legs to support childbirth. Call 508-999-2171 to register.
$100/8 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
PREP (Post-Rehabilitation Enhancement Program)
For active people who have been discharged from a formal therapy program and need an enhanced program to return to work, athletics or an active lifestyle. Includes evaluation by an athletic therapist and private work session. Call 508-910-3443.
By appointment, $25/30-minute session
Mashpee Building, Dartmouth
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Meets year round
Charlton: 508-679-7076
St. Luke’s: 508-961-5460
Tobey: 508-273-4170
Somerset: 508-675-3202
Physician referral required.
Covered by most health insurance policies
Structured exercise and education program with oxygen saturation monitoring during exercise. For individuals with pulmonary diseases including asthma, bronchitis, emphysema and COPD.
Resist-A-Ball Class
Wednesdays, 5 to 6 p.m.
This class will help prevent and relieve low back pain, strengthen abdominal muscles and tone and strengthen your total body. Your body will be supported while gaining flexibility, balance and coordination. Call 508-999-2171 to register.
$45/6-week program
Southcoast Wellness Center
Stretching for Health and Healing
Tuesdays, 7 to 8:15 p.m.
A bodywork class to introduce and explain
traditional yoga postures and various stretches. Marcia Knight-Hathaway.
Call 508-999-2171 to register.
$70/6 classes, $120/12 classes
Southcoast Wellness Center
Swimming Lessons for Adults
Introductory class for the adult beginner. Learn basic stroke development. Call
508-999-2171 for more information.
$50/6 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Tai Chi
Fridays, 4:30 to 6 p.m.
For the mind, body and spirit. Includes meditation, Chi Kung exercises, form and healthy breathing. Nic Ukleja. Call 508-999-2171 to register.
$85/8 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Therapeutic Massage Treatment
Linden Tree, Portsmouth, R.I.
401-683-0237
15-, 30- and 60-minute appointments
Monday through Friday by appointment
Somerset Outpatient Rehab
508-646-3975
15-, 30- and 60-minute appointments
Monday through Friday by appointment
Southcoast Wellness Center
508-999-2171
30-, 60- and 90-minute appointments
Tobey Outpatient Rehab
508-291-3729
15-, 30- and 60-minute appointments
Monday through Friday by appointment
Women on Weights
By appointment
Women work with a certified personal trainer
to learn correct techniques for using free
weight equipment in a group setting. Meet
new workout partners and learn to personalize
your workout routine. Price includes
a 30-day membership to Healthtrax. Call
508-999-2171 to register.
$200/5 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Yoga (FMO) for Men Only
Thursdays, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m.
Calling all men to challenge themselves
to balance their strength with flexibility.
Special attention to problem areas such
as backs, necks and hips. Please call
508-999-2171.
$70/6 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
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kids’ programs
Aqua Tots
Day varies
Swim program for parent/guardian and
children ages 6 months to 3 years. Call
508-999-2171.
$55/6 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Junior Fitness
Days and times vary
One-on-one: Five 30-minute sessions
Group: Six 60-minute sessions
One-on-one or group (four children of
like ages) training instruction for 10- to 15-year-olds. Safe exercise techniques and equipment operation are stressed. One-on-one sessions can be customized for young athletes. Call 508-999-2171 for details and appointments.
$109/one-on-one, $79/group
Southcoast Wellness Center
Pre-Swim Team
Mondays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Build endurance, practice your technique
and make new friends. Sign up for one or
two days a week.
Call 508-999-2171.
$75/6 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Swimming Lessons
Days and times vary.
For age 3 and older. Classes taught by certified
instructors with small class size for
individual attention. Call 508-999-2171
for schedule and registration dates.
$40/4 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
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new parent/new baby
Big Brothers and Big Sisters Are Special
A friendly, informative gathering of expectant
families to help children prepare for having a new
baby in the family. Preregistration required.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Call 508-679-7308 to preregister.
Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m.
November 20
$5/family
St. Luke's Hospital, Knowles Auditorium
Call Patti McGuire at 508-961-6556.
Saturday, 1 to 2 p.m.
November 5
$10/family
Tobey Hospital
Call 508-273-4011 for dates.
Tuesday, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
$10/family
Breast-Feeding Basics
Learn about the healthy option of breast-feeding,
basic skills to provide a good foundation
and how to avoid potential stumbling blocks.
Expectant mothers and their partners are
encouraged to attend. Please call to register.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Thursday, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
October 13, November 17, December 8
$10 mother and partner
Call 508-679-7308.
St. Luke's Hospital, Knowles Auditorium
Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
October 12, November 9, December 14
$15 mother and partner
Call 508-961-5445.
Tobey Hospital, Library
Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Call 508-273-4060 for dates.
Breast-Feeding Support Group
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
A place to come for physical, mental
and emotional support for breastfeeding
mothers. Donna Manna,
RN, IBCLC, facilitator.
No registration required. Drop-ins
welcome. For information, call
508-961-5445.
Center for Women’s Health
Childbirth Classes
Southcoast offers a variety of childbirth
classes to suit every new family’s needs.
Preregistration is required for all classes.
Please call during the 16th week (10 to 12
weeks for multiples) of pregnancy to assure
placement in the class you need. Not all
classes are offered at all locations. Call the
following numbers for information on classes
offered at each location.
Charlton: 508-679-7308
St. Luke’s: 508-961-5445
Tobey: 508-295-2621
Birthing Skills in One Day
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
October 1, October 29, November 19
$65 for mother and partner
Fee includes a Newborn Care class, which
is held monthly on a Thursday evening.
Tobey Hospital
Call for dates and times.
Childbirth Classes for Young Parents
Tuesday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Young parents childbirth classes, dates
scheduled according to due date needs.
$ 35 if affordable
Specially designed for parents age 19
and younger.
St. Luke’s, Knowles Auditorium
General Childbirth Classes
Call early to register; we book you to finish
several weeks before your due date.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
St. Luke’s Hospital
Tobey Hospital
Prepared Cesarean Classes,
Same Sex and/or Surrogate Couples
Childbirth Classes
By appointment
St. Luke’s Hospital
Private Childbirth Classes
By appointment
For high-risk, bed-rest patients or
families for whom traditional classes
are not possible.
St. Luke’s Hospital
Refresher Childbirth Class
By appointment
St. Luke’s Hospital
Weekend Intensive
Childbirth Class
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Scheduled each month, according to
due date needs. Breakfast, lunch and
snacks served.
St. Luke’s Hospital,
White Home Living Room
Grandmother's Tea
Sundays, 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Call for next date.
For grandmothers-to-be. Savor the experience
of this lovely new stage of your life. Learn
what’s new in the care and feeding of babies
in an informal atmosphere. Tea and refreshments
served. Call 508-679-7308 for details.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Newborn Care Class
This one-time class offers a hands-on approach
to learning the basics of caring for your newborn.
Registration is required.
Center for Women’s Health
508-961-5445
Saturday, 9 to 12 a.m.
October 1, November 12, December 3
$25 per mom and companion. Discount for
those also taking childbirth class.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
508-679-7308
Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.
October 6, November 3, December 1
$10/mom or couple
New Mommy/New Baby
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon
Stay-at-home dads welcome, too. To help
new parents build their knowledge, skills and
confidence in caring for their newborns, as
well as themselves. Bring your baby. Call
508-679-7308 for dates of upcoming groups.
$25/6 weeks
Charlton Memorial Hospital, Mooney Room
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support groups
Adult Bereavement Support Group
Southcoast offers support groups for adults
grieving the loss of a loved one at many
convenient locations and times. All are free
of charge.
Hospice & Palliative Care,
Fall River site
Call 508-423-8001.
Tuesdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
October 11, November 8, December 13
Hospice & Palliative Care,
Raynham site
Call 508-822-1447.
Second and fourth Wednesdays of the month,
7 to 8:30 p.m.
October 12 and 26, November 9 and 23,
December 14 and 28
Southcoast Home Care
Hospice & Palliative Care
Call 508-984-0202.
Second and fourth Thursdays of the month,
3 to 4:30 p.m.
St. Luke's Hospital
Call 508-984-0202.
Cafeteria Conference Room
First and third Thursdays of the month,
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Bereavement Book Club
5 to 6:30 p.m.
Each month, a book related to loss, hope
and inspiration will be discussed.
For more information call 508-822-1447. Hospice & Palliative
Care, Raynham site
Children and Adolescents
Bereavement Support
Group
Southcoast offers support groups
for children and adolescents grieving
the loss of a loved one. Please
call each location for more information.
These programs are free of
charge. Registration is required. Call
for dates and times.
Hospice & Palliative Care,
Fall River site
Call 888-423-8001 for
information.
Hospice & Palliative Care,
Raynham site
For more information call
888-423-8002.
Southcoast Home Care,
Hospice & Palliative Care
Day and dates to be determined
4 to 5 p.m.
6-week program begins late September
Call 508-984-0202 for start date.
Teen Bereavement Group and Growing
Through Grief Children’s group run
simultaneously from 4 to 5 p.m.
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Support Group
Fridays, 4 to 6 p.m.
October 28, November 25, December 30
For patients with idiopathic pulmonary
fibrosis (IBF) and their caregivers, families
and friends and anyone who is interested
in learning more about IBF. The meeting will
include a speaker, discussion and refreshments.
Call 508-679-4158 for more information.
Charlton Memorial Hospital, Mooney Room
Parents Enduring Grief
Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
October 13, November 10, December 8
Ongoing, open-ended support group for
parents who have endured miscarriage,
ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or infant
death. To register, call 508-997-1515,
ext. 5500.
St. Luke’s, White Home Living Room
Stroke Support Group
Wednesdays, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
A monthly forum where stroke survivors
and their families, caregivers and friends
can gather and meet others in similar
circumstances. The group is informational
and allows for sharing and social interaction.
Call 508-984-0200 to register.
Heritage at Dartmouth
Widows and Widowers Discussion Group
Tuesdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
October 25, November 22, December 27
Ongoing support group specifically for widows
and widowers. Discussions are focused
on issues related to widowhood. For more
information, call 1-888-423-8002.
Hospice & Palliative Care, Fall River site
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