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cancer programs

The following programs take place at The Oncology Center and are free of charge. Call 508-979-5858, ext. 4001.

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

Ongoing support group for anyone who is posttreatment for a cancer diagnosis. This is offered to enable patients to deal with their feelings after treatment and with any affect the diagnosis and/or treatment has had on their lives.
Mondays, 4 to 5:30 p.m.

childbirth classes

Southcoast offers a variety of childbirth classes to suit every new family’s needs. Please call during the 16th week (10 to 12 weeks for multiples) of pregnancy to ensure placement in the class you need. Not all classes are offered at all locations. Many health insurance companies cover the cost of these classes; be sure to contact yours to ask about coverage. Call the following numbers for information on classes offered at each location.
Charlton: 508-679-7308
St. Luke’s & Center for Women’s Health: 508-961-5445
Tobey: 508-273-4060

Childbirth Classes for Young Parents

Charlton Memorial Hospital
A 5-week series scheduled to meet due date needs. Classes include a hospital tour, infant care and car seat safety.
$50/mother and companion, if affordable
Call Gina Kiser at 508-679-7308.
St. Luke’s Hospital, Knowles Auditorium
A 4-week series scheduled to meet due date needs. Classes include a hospital tour, infant care and car seat safety. A reunion class will be scheduled for after birth. Scheduled according to due date needs.
$50/mother and companion
Call Patty Bernardino at 508-961-5445.

Prepared Cesarean Classes

Learn everything you need to know about a scheduled cesarean birth.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Scheduled according to due date needs. Includes newborn care, car seat safety and tour of Family Centered Unit.
$65/mother and companion
Call Gina Kiser at 508-679-7308.
St. Luke’s Hospital
Scheduled according to due date needs. Includes infant care, car seat safety and tour of labor, delivery and postpartum care. $65/mother and companion
Call Patty Bernardino at 508-961-5445.

Refresher Childbirth Class

Charlton Memorial Hospital
Scheduled according to due date needs. Includes hospital tour, infant care and car seat safety.
$65/mother and companion
Call Gina Kiser at 508-679-7308.
St. Luke’s Hospital
$65/mother and companion Call Patty Bernardino at 508-961-5445.

education programs

Babysitting 101

For boys and girls ages 11 and up. Teaches children to become safer and more effective babysitters. CPR skills are taught. Children must attend three sessions and will receive a successful completion card and certificate.
$60/child in advance to hold registration
Call Patty Bernardino at 508-961-5445.
Center for Women’s Health

Dialysis Education Class

Fall River Dialysis Clinic
Third Tuesday of the month, 2 to 4 p.m.
Call Ann Marie Correia or Leslie Moniz at 508-677-4911.
Plymouth Dialysis Clinic
Second Tuesday of the month, 4 to 6 p.m.
Call Christine Punchard at 508-732-9272.

Infant and Child CPR for Families and Friends

Pediatric CPR course covering techniques for newborns to 8-year-olds.
Center for Women’s Health
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$40/person, $60/two people
Call Patty Bernardino at 508-961-5445.
Preregistration required.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Includes adult CPR.
$40/person, $60/two people
Call Gina Kiser at 508-679-7308.

Safe Sitter

Designed to teach 11- to 15-year-olds how to become safe and effective babysitters. Heimlich maneuver taught. Preregistration required.
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
$45/student
CPR classes offered every other month.
Call Gina Kiser at 508-679-7308.
Charlton Memorial Hospital

exercise and fitness

Ballroom Dancing

Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
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
$45/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 or heart disease or who are high risk.
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 artery disease, high blood pressure and those who are overweight. Call 508-679-7076.
$55/month
Cardiopulmonary Rehab at Somerset

Fitness Volunteer Program

By appointment.
Volunteers wanted to participate in a 4-week beginner exercise program at Healthtrax at the Southcoast Wellness Center. Participants must be older than 30 and not currently exercising regularly. Call 508-999-2171
Southcoast Wellness Center

Golf Conditioning Program

Is your current exercise routine helping your game? A Healthtrax certified personal trainer can show you the way to improve performance, conditioning and injury prevention. This customized stretching and strengthening program is for the serious golfer.
Call 508-999-2171
Packages available. Please call for rates.
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.
$100 initial assessment, $200/eight sessions
SPORT Clinic, Mashpee Building

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 one-on-one sessions.
Call 508-910-3443.
$25/30-minute session
Mashpee Building, Dartmouth

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Meets year-round.
Physician referral required.
Structured exercise and education program with oxygen saturation monitoring during exercise. For individuals with pulmonary diseases, including asthma, bronchitis, emphysema and COPD.
Charlton: 508-679-7076
St. Luke’s: 508-961-5460
Tobey: 508-273-4170
Somerset: 508-675-3202

Specialty Yoga Workshops

Thursdays, 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Yoga for back health, depression, fibromyalgia or diabetes. Join Marcia K. Hathaway for intensive, comprehensive, doable yoga sessions designed to create home practices for specific health concerns. Each 90-minute session will address the issues specific to a category, provide handouts of specific yoga and Pilates work for each issue and offer time to practice and modify the asanas and Pilates exercises.
Call 508-999-2171
$20/90-minute workshop
Southcoast Wellness Center

Sports Performance Plus

By appointment.
Postrehabilitation, performance enhancement, athletic therapy programs and more available through the Southcoast SPORT team. Available at all three hospital sites.
Call Kathy Thornton, ATC, at 508-910-3434.
$25/30-minute session
Mashpee Building, Dartmouth

Swimming Lessons for Adults

Fridays, 6 to 6:30 p.m.
Introductory class for the adult beginner. Learn basic stroke development.
Call 508-999-2171
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. Instructor: Nic Ukleja.
Call 508-999-2171
$85/8 weeks
Southcoast Wellness Center

kids programs 508-999-2171

The following programs take place at the Southcoast Wellness Center. Call 508-999-2171

Aqua Tots

Call for dates and times.
Swim program for parent/guardian and children ages 1 to 3.

Creative Movement

Mondays, 6 to 7 p.m.
This class will inspire children to become team members and encourage them to be unique. There will be plenty of opportunities to cooperate in group activities and to feel the energy of their peers. During each class, there will be time for each child to shine. For boys and girls ages 3 to 8.
$45/6 weeks

Junior Fitness

Five training sessions
One-on-one training instruction for 10- to 15- year-olds. Safe exercise techniques and equipment operation are stressed. Sessions can be customized for young athletes.

Kids’ Fitness Volunteer Program

By appointment.
Volunteers, ages 13 to 18, wanted to participate in a beginner exercise program. Participants will engage in cardiovascular exercise three times a week for four consecutive weeks. You must not be currently exercising regularly.

Pre-Swim Team

Mondays, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m.
Build endurance, practice your technique and make new friends. Sign up for 1 or 2 days a week.
$75/6 weeks

Swimming Lessons

For ages 3 and older. Classes taught by certified instructors, with small class size for individual attention.

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
Saturday
$20/family
Call Gina Kiser at 508-679-7308.
St. Luke’s Hospital, Knowles Auditorium
Saturday, 1 to 2 p.m.
$20/family
Call Patty Bernardino at 508-961-5445.

Breast-Feeding Basics

Learn about the healthy option of breastfeeding, basic skills to provide a good foundation and how to avoid potential stumbling blocks. Expectant mothers and their partners are encouraged to attend. Call to register.

Charlton Memorial Hospital, Mooney Room
$20/mother and companion
Call Gina Kiser at 508-679-7308.
St. Luke’s Hospital, Knowles Auditorium
Second Wednesday of the month
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
April 8, May 13 and June 10
$20/mother and partner
Call Patty Bernardino at 508-961-5445.

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
First Thursday, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
April 2, May 7 and June 4
Second Tuesday, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
April 14, May 12 and June 9
Call Christine McMichael at 508-673-1589.
Hospice & Palliative Care, Raynham Site
Second Wednesday, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
April 8, May 13 and June 10
Call Christine McMichael at 508-822-1447.
Southcoast Home Care, Hospice & Infusion Services
Biweekly, Wednesdays, 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Call 508-984-0202.

Camp Erin

Weekend bereavement camp for children ages 6 to 17 who have experienced the death of a loved one. A traditional, overnight camp experience with supportive activities and discussions for children coping with the death of someone close to them.
Hospice & Palliative Care, Fall River Site
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 26, 27 and 28
Camp Erin is held at Camp Welch in Assonet, Mass.
Call Christine McMichael at 888-423-8001.

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. Registration is required. Call for dates and times.
Hospice & Palliative Care, Fall River Site
First Monday, 4 to 6 p.m. May 5 and June 2
First Tuesday, 4 to 5:30 p.m. April 7 and May 5
Children ages 6 to 13
Call Christine McMichael at 508-673-1589.
Hospice & Palliative Care, Raynham Site
First Thursday, 4 to 5:30 p.m. April 2, May 7 and June 4 (for ages 6 to 12)
Second Thursday, 4 to 5:30 p.m. April 9, May 14 and June 11 (for ages 13 to 17)
Call Christine McMichael at 888-423-8001.
Southcoast Home Care, Hospice & Infusion Services
Tuesdays, 4 to 5 p.m.
Six-week program; dates to be determined.
Call 508-984-0202.

Stroke Support Group

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.
Autumn Glen of Dartmouth (formerly Heritage of Dartmouth)
Third Wednesday, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Call Veronica Robdau at 508-961-5769.

Widows & Widowers Support Group

Ongoing support group specifically for widows and widowers. Discussions are focused on issues related to widowhood.
Hospice & Palliative Care, Fall River Site
Fourth Tuesday of the month, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
April 28, May 26 and June 23
Call Christine McMichael at 508-673-1589.
Hospice & Palliative Care, Raynham Site
Fourth Wednesday, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
April 22, May 27 and June 24
Call 508-822-1447.

smoking cessation

Freshstart

Freshstart is the American Cancer Society’s quit-smoking program. It consists of 4 one-hour sessions held during a four-week period. Participant’s guide and health education materials included.
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Second Tuesday, 4 to 5 p.m.
St. Luke’s Hospital
Mondays, 4 to 5 p.m. March 23 and 30, April 6, 13, and 27, May 4, 11 and 18
First Wednesday, 4 to 5 p.m.
$15
Tobey Hospital
Third Thursday, 4 to 5 p.m.
Call Kris Aimone at 508-997-1515, ext. 5054.
Southcoast Wellness Center
Wednesday
Call for dates and times.
$5/Healthtrax members, $15/nonmembers
Call Josselyn Gouveia at 508-999-2171.