The Wellness Calendar
Community Publication of Charlton Memorial, St. Luke’s and Tobey hospitals
cancer programs
All of 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.
Opportunity
Second and fourth Tuesdays of the month
4 to 5:30 p.m.
For women who have completed their cancer treatment and now need support to help them get through the post-treatment period. Barbara Pacheco, LICSW, Sue Bliss, LCSW, and MaryBeth Medeiros, RN, OCN, Oncology Nurse.
Support Group
Thursdays, 3 to 4:15 p.m.
Ongoing support group for anyone with a new diagnosis of cancer to help individuals talk about their feelings, treatment and changes in their lives. Facilitated by Barbara Pacheco, LICSW.
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education programs
Diabetes Self-Management
An American Diabetes Association certified program offering state-of-the-art diabetes self-management education for Types 1 and 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes mellitus. Call 508-679-7143 for more information.
Cost depends upon insurance coverage
Charlton, St. Luke’s and Tobey
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 2 p.m.
$35/person, $50/two persons
Call 508-961-5445.
Charlton Memorial Hospital:
One weeknight, 6 to 9:30 p.m.
$25 per person, includes AHA book
Call 508-679-7308 for dates and times.
The Facts About Hysterectomy
Offered monthly, 6 to 7 p.m.
An informational session for women who are either scheduled for hysterectomy or contemplating this surgery. A nurse will discuss female anatomy. Call 508-961-5975, ext. 3075 to register and for location.
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exercise & fitness
Aqua Kickboxing
Sundays, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
6-week program
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, 7:15 to 8:15 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 and Cha Cha.
Call 508-999-2171 to register.
$40 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
Somerset: 508-675-3202
Cardio Kickboxing
Wednesdays, 6 to 7 p.m.
Saturdays, 9 to 10 a.m.
Great cardiovascular workout while learning self-defense moves. Call 508-999-2171 to register.
$45/6 classes
Southcoast Wellness Center
Feeling Fit
Year round
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.
$50/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
Fitness Volunteer Program
By appointment
Volunteers wanted to participate in a four-week beginner exercise program at the Southcoast Wellness Center. Participants must be between the ages of 30 and 70 and not currently exercising regularly. Call 508-999-2171.
Southcoast Wellness Center
Injury Prevention, Performance and Enhancement
By appointment
Increase body awareness, improve flexibility and strength and restore proper muscular balance to help prevent injuries and improve athletic and work performance. Goals are developed through private appointment with an athletic therapist. Call 508-910-3443.
$25/30 minute session
Mashpee Building, Dartmouth
PACE (People with Arthritis Can Exercise)
A land-based exercise program, which takes place two times per week. Class focuses on stretching, cardiovascular and strengthening and arthritis education. Jodie Garie and Lynne Charbonneau, Certified PACE instructors. Call 508-984-7226 for information.
$50/5 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Par-Formance Golf
8 one-hour sessions
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
Certified personal trainers are available for one-on-one fitness training in Nautilus, free weights and cardiovascular equipment. Includes a free consultation and fitness assessment. Call 508-999-2171.
$129/5 sessions
Southcoast Wellness Center
Pilates
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, $30 initial assessment for newcomers
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/eight-class card, $5/class, walk-in
Center for Women’s Health
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.
$25/30 minute session
Mashpee Building, Dartmouth
Prime Fitness
A Phase IV Cardiac Maintenance Program. A supervised fitness program of monitored cardiovascular exercise, stretching, movement and pre- and post-exercise blood pressure. Call 508-999-2171 for an appointment.
$60/12 sessions
Southcoast Wellness Center
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
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 new bodywork class to introduce and explain traditional yoga asanas 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.
$80/8 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Therapeutic Massage Treatment
Linden Tree, Portsmouth, R.I.
Monday through Friday by appointment
401-683-0237
Somerset Outpatient Rehab
Monday through Friday by appointment
508-646-3975
Tobey Outpatient Rehab
Monday through Friday by appointment
508-291-3729
Southcoast Wellness Center
1/2 hour, 1 hour and 90-minute appointments
508-999-2171
Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Southcoast Wellness Center
Saturdays, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.
$60/6 weeks
Call 508-999-2171 for information and to register.
Yoga
Southcoast Wellness Center
Tuesdays, 7:45 to 8:45 p.m.
$60/6 weeks
Call 508-999-2171 for information and to register.
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kids programs
Aqua Tots
Thursdays, Saturdays or Sundays
Swim program for parent/guardian and children ages 6 months to 3 years. Call 508-999-2171.
$50/6 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center
Gymnastics Program
Mondays, Tuesdays or Saturdays
6-week sessions
A fun, safe and exciting gymnastics program in a fully equipped center for children ages 1 1/2 to 9 years. Call 508-999-2171 to register.
Cost varies
Southcoast Wellness Center
Junior Fitness
Days and times vary
One-on-one: 5 30-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 can be customized for young athletes. Call 508-999-2171 for details and appointments.
$109/one-on-one, $79/group
Southcoast Wellness Center
Karate
Tuesdays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
For children ages 7 to 11 years old, teaching fundamentals of Tang Soo Do. Call 508-999-2171.
$35/6-week program
Southcoast Wellness Center
Safe Sitter
One-day format
For boys and girls ages 11 to 14 years old. Teaches children to become safer and more effective babysitters. Call 508-679-7308 for next class date.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Summer Camp and Programs
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Register early for Kids Camp! Involve your child in gymnastics, arts and crafts, swimming, games and more in a safe and friendly environment. Call 508-999-2171 to register.
Southcoast Wellness Center
Swimming Lessons
All days
For ages 3 years and older. Classes taught by certified instructors with small class size for individual attention. Call 508-999-2171 for schedule and registration dates.
Southcoast Wellness Center
$50/6 weeks
mind body
Mind Body Spirit Medicine Workshop
Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.
Starting April 1
Learn how thoughts and feelings have an impact on physical, emotional and spiritual well-being and various meditative techniques that will help you develop the states of mind that are the most conducive to your optimal well-being. Christa Johnson, MD. CEUs for nurses and social workers. Contact Pat Backus at 508-679-7157 to register.
$150 for six weeks (10 percent discount for seniors, Wellness Center members and Southcoast employees)
Southcoast Wellness Center
Mind Body Spirit Medicine One-Day Workshop
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
April 3
A condensed version of the above program. Enrollment limited to 35 people. CEUs for nurses and social workers. Contact Pat Backus at 508-679-7157 to register.
$100 including lunch (10 percent discount for seniors, Wellness Center members and Southcoast employees)
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new parent/new baby
Baby-Sitting 101
Three weeks
Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 15, 22 and 29
For boys and girls 11 to 14 years old. Teaches children to become safer and more effective baby-sitters. Heimlich maneuver and rescue breathing are taught. Children must attend all three sessions. Registration required. Call Patti McGuire at 508-961-5445.
$40 per child
Center for Women’s Health
Basic Training for Young Dads
Saturdays, April 17 to 24 and Monday, May 24 and Sunday, May 30
A program for expectant new dads up to age 19, which increases awareness, responsibility and participation in their child’s life. Also addresses a teen dad’s rights. Call 508-748-9933 for more information and to register.
Center for Women’s Health
Beginning Breast-Feeding
Thursdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
April 1, May 6, June 3
Get off to a good start with breast-feeding. Basic skills are taught to provide a good foundation and to avoid some pitfalls that could potentially be stumbling blocks. Tobey Hospital Library
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 at both locations.
St. Luke’s Hospital, Knowles Auditorium
Saturday, May 1, 1 to 2 p.m.
$10/family
Call 508-961-5445.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Sunday, May 23— every other month
1 to 2:30 p.m.
$5/family
Call 508-679-7308.
Breast-Fed/Best Fed Baby
Thursdays, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
April 8, May 20, June 17
For expectant mothers and their partners to learn about and prepare for the healthy option of breast-feeding. Preregistration required. Call 508-679-7308.
$10/mother and partner
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Breast-Feeding Basics
Second Wednesday of the month
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
A seminar for families considering breast-feeding their babies. Addresses issues concerning new parents. Pregnant women and their partners are encouraged to attend. Donna Manna, IBCLC, facilitator. Preregistra-tion required. Call 508-961-5445.
$15/couple
St. Luke’s, Knowles Auditorium
Breast-Feeding Support Group
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon
A place to come for physical, mental and emotional support for breast-feeding mothers. Donna Manna, 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 (12 to 14 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: 508-679-7038
St. Luke’s: 508-961-5445
Tobey: 508-759-8627
Birthing Skills in One Day
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
April 3, May 1, May 22, June 12
$65/couple
Charlton Memorial Hospital
General Childbirth Classes
Charlton, St. Luke’s and Tobey
Childbirth Classes for Young Parents
Specially designed for parents age 19 and younger.
Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
St. Luke’s, Knowles Auditorium
Childbirth Management
Four-week program
Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Sessions begin April 28 and June 2
$75/couple
Tobey Library
Gay and Lesbian Childbirth Classes
St. Luke’s Hospital
Prepared Cesarean Classes
St. Luke’s Hospital
Private Childbirth Classes
Scheduled as needed
For high-risk, bed-rest patients or families for whom traditional classes are not possible.
St. Luke’s Hospital
Refresher Childbirth Class
Scheduled as needed
St. Luke’s Hospital
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Weekend Intensive Childbirth Class
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$90
St. Luke’s Hospital, White Home Living Room
New Mommy/New Baby
Call for further information
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
Newborn Care Classes
Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.
April 1, June 3
A “hands-on” approach to learning the basics of caring for your newborn. Working with realistic dolls, learn strategies for managing crying and colic, bathing, comforting and safety. Infant massage video shown. Offered monthly. Call 508-679-7308.
$10/mom or couple
Charlton Memorial Hospital
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nutrition and diet
Dietary Analysis
This two-part program offers an opportunity to have your diet evaluated by a nutritionist, who will look at your dietary habits and provide recommendations. Barbara Hunt, MS. Call 508-999-2171 for an appointment.
$45
Southcoast Wellness Center
Individualized Nutrition Counseling
By appointment
Work one-on-one with a nutritionist to help identify and/or resolve dietary concerns. Call 508-999-2171. Barbara Hunt, MS.
$35
Southcoast Wellness Center
Intrafitt Program
A unique six-week program of nutritional management education, including six sessions with an Intrafitt nutritional counselor and an individualized nutrition program. Call 508-999-2171 to register.
Cost varies
Southcoast Wellness Center
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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 Care of Greater Taunton
Second and fourth Wednesdays
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Call 508-822-1447.
Middleboro Council on Aging
First and third Wednesdays
2 to 3:30 p.m.
Call 508-822-1447.
Hospice Outreach
Second Tuesday of the month
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Call 888-423-8001.
Southcoast Home Care, Hospice and Infusion Services
Wednesdays
3 to 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Call 508-984-0202.
Better Breather’s Group
Second Tuesday of the month
3 to 4:30 p.m.
April 13, May 11, June 8
Pulmonary support and education group for adults with chronic lung disease. Family members welcome. No registration required. Call 508-961-5852.
St. Luke’s, Knowles Auditorium
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.
Hospice Care of Greater Taunton
Wednesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m.
6-week program
Call for dates.
Call 508-822-1447.
Southcoast Home Care, Hospice and Infusion Services
Mondays, 4 to 5 p.m.
6-week program
Sessions begin May 3
Call 508-984-0202.
Camp Welch, Assonet
Caring Kids Camp
Saturday and Sunday
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
June 26 and 27
Call 888-423-8001 to register.
$10
Hospice Book Club
Five sessions
First Wednesday of the month
Each month, a book related to loss, hope and inspiration will be discussed. Preregistration required. Call 888-423-8001 for details.
Hospice Care of Greater Taunton
Ostomy Support Group
Third Wednesday of the month
2 to 3 p.m.
April 21, May 19, June 16
A support group for people or friends and family of people with ostomies. Mutual aid, socializing, refreshments. No registration required. For information, call 508-961-5550.
St. Luke’s, White Home Living Room
Parents Enduring Grief
Second Thursday of the month
7 to 8:30 p.m.
April 8, May 13, June 10
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
Teen Partners in Grief
Fourth Wednesday of the month
4 to 5:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, April 28, May 26, June 23
For teens-ages 13 to 19, grieving the loss of a loved one. Sessions allow teens to connect with peers in similar situations. Call 508-984-0202 for information and to register.
Southcoast Home Care, Hospice and Infusion Services
Widows and Widowers Discussion Group
Fourth Tuesday of the month
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Ongoing support group specifically for widows and widowers. Discussions are focused on issues related to widowhood. For more information, call 888-423-8002.
Hospice Outreach
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