Journey to Health

Check out our October calendar of events and programs, including flu shot clinics, support groups, and health and wellness classes:

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Our August Events Calendar is now available:

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Meditation can help relieve stress, reduce anxiety and promote overall relaxation. Tune in for a short meditation break on Wednesday, July 27, beginning at noon. This free virtual class will start with a 15-20 minute guided meditation, followed by 5 minutes of silent meditation and a brief time for reflection and questions.

For more information or to register, please call 301-3950 or visit:

Take a Break with Guided Meditation | Journey to Health Making time in your day to recharge and offer yourself the gift of presence is important for your well-being and can be as simple as tuning in for this virtual class. Find a quiet spot and sign in for as much of this short meditation break as you...

Looking for a new way to get outside and explore this summer? Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and members of our Community Health Improvement team for a "Happy Wanderers" guided hike! The next one is scheduled for 10 a.m. tomorrow at the McLellan-Poor Preserve in Belfast. The hike is free but pre-registration is requested. Visit http://mh.care/wNuB50JMHCX or call 301-3950 for more information and to register.

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Happy Wanderers to hike the McLellan-Poor Preserve BELFAST — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust, Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital’s Journey to Health program for a Happy Wanderers Hike on Thursday, July 7, at 10 a.m., at the McLellan-Poor Preserve in Belfast. This is a 2 mile...

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July!

Our July events calendar is now available. Click to view this month's offerings, including support groups, a free hike, childbirth education classes and more: http://mh.care/UT1o50JLC5R

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Navigating the world as a person who identifies as LGBTQIA+ can be difficult and even impact one’s overall health. Feelings of isolation may cause anxiety, depression or self-harm, so it’s important to stay connected. That’s why the peer support centers at Maine Behavioral Healthcare offer a welcoming virtual community where individuals can share stories, discuss interests and support one another in living authentically. The LGBTQIA+ support group meets every Tuesday from 5 to 6 p.m. It’s free and participants 18+ are welcome to join at any time.

Click here for information on accessing the virtual group: https://www.mainehealth.org/Maine-Behavioral-Healthcare/Services/Counseling-Therapy-Services-Adult-Child/Peer-Support/Peer-Groups

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Check our June events calendar - this month we're offering cooking classes, meditation classes, support groups and more: http://mh.care/hMMI50Jqm8l

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May is Stroke Awareness Month. Do you know the signs of a stroke?

Use the letters in F.A.S.T to spot a Stroke:

F = Face Drooping – Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person's smile uneven?

A = Arm Weakness – Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

S = Speech Difficulty – Is speech slurred?

T = Time to call 911

Learn more at http://mh.care/70eG50Jgwib.

Stroke Symptoms Un accidente o derrame cerebral ocurre cuando se bloquea el flujo de sangre en las arterias que nutren el cerebro, o cuando ocurre un sangrado en el cerebro mismo o en las membranas que lo rodean. 

Are you looking for a FREE family-friendly activity for this weekend? The Waldo County YMCA is holding their Healthy Kids Day this Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring children's activities, family fitness classes, a book swap, bike rodeo and more.

There will also be a food drive - participants are encouraged to bring a donation.

For more information, click here: http://mh.care/Pgo050J4lA7

Healthy Kids Day | Waldo County YMCA

Belfast COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic.
Monday, May 23 at the Belfast Boathouse.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This month
help us make mental health a priority. Ask for and
seek help, accept help and offer help. Please visit
http://mh.care/LIlM50J94Xe today for more
information and resources.

A COVID-19 vaccination clinic will be held this Friday, May 13, at the Belfast Boathouse, located at 34 Commercial Street in Belfast, from 1 – 6 p.m. The clinic will be providing first, second and booster Covid vaccinations for adults, and to children ages 5 - 17 (with parental consent). Pfizer and Moderna vaccines will be available. There is no cost to receive a vaccination, and walk-ins are welcome.

The clinic is being offered by the Belfast Fire & EMS Department, Belfast Public Health Nursing, the City of Belfast, the Waldo County Emergency Management Agency and the Maine CDC Division of Public Health Nursing.

Check out our May calendar of events for information on upcoming classes, support groups and events: http://mh.care/AYVz50IWZaK

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Want to learn how to stretch your dollars at the store? This class provides a culinary-enhanced nutrition education program that teaches participants how to plan, budget and shop for meals that are healthy, tasty and low in cost. All participants will receive a recipe booklet and a $10 Hannaford gift for attending.

This class will be held Tuesday, April 19, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Click below or call 301-3950 to register.

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Cooking Matters in the Store | Journey to Health Want to learn how to stretch your dollars at the store? This class provides a culinary-enhanced nutrition education program that teaches participants how to plan, budget and shop for meals that are healthy, tasty and low in cost. All participants...

Maine CDC joins the American Public Health Association to celebrate National Public Health Week. Many thanks to public health workers across the state who work to help protect the health and safety of Maine communities. www.nphw.org

Check out our April Events Calendar for upcoming support groups, classes and programs: http://mh.care/N88H50IAchH

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Our Waldo County SNAP-Ed Nutrition Education Coordinators are here to help make the healthy choice the easy choice for Maine families. To learn more, reach out to one of our team members or visit http://mh.care/hWrn50IuiIU.

This National Nutrition Month, plan ahead to help save money and reduce mealtime stress. Follow these steps to plan and prepare meals that fit your preferences and lifestyle: http://mh.care/3oFV50Iu4pk

At-home COVID-19 tests can be delivered right to your address.
1) Visit covidtests.gov or call 1-800-232-0233
2) Visit accesscovidtests.org or call 1-888-445-4111

This virtual yoga class begins March 28 - call 301-3950 or visit https://journeytohealth.coursestorm.com/course/easy-going-yoga-level-2 to register!

Easy Going Yoga 2 | Journey to Health Easy Going Yoga 2 is designed with the mature student in mind, who has participated in an Easy Going Yoga class previously for one or more sessions. Join Antonia Small from the comfort of your own home via Zoom for this mid-day class, which...

March is . This month and beyond, choosing delicious and nutrient-rich foods is an important way to maintain good health.

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Tips for Choosing a Nutrient-Rich Diet Because nutrient-rich foods are familiar, easy to find and represent the five basic food groups, achieving balance and building a healthier diet can be simple and stress-free.

According to the CDC, eating a diet high in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, increasing physical activity, avoiding to***co and limiting alcohol consumption may all reduce cancer risk, but the most effective way to reduce your risk of developing colorectal cancer is to get screened regularly, beginning at age 45. That's because almost all colorectal cancers begin as precancerous polyps inside the colon or re**um. Regular screenings can find those precancerous polyps so they can be removed before they turn into cancer.

Be sure to talk to your primary care provider about what screenings are appropriate for you. For more information about colorectal cancer, please visit: http://mh.care/BuK450IiZZh

Maine has a new resource for teens who want to stop smoking, va**ng, or chewing to***co. My Life, My Quit offers free quit coaching by text, web chat, and over the phone, learn more: www.MyLifeMyQuit.com.

As we near the end of this heart month, and with more snow on the way, Patrick Hohl, DO, of MaineHealth Cardiology reminds us why doing warm-up exercises and drinking plenty of fluids before heading out to shovel can help prevent heart attacks. Watch the story: http://mh.care/ViU050I3HEs

Protecting your heart while exercising outdoors during winter months Cold weather increases the risk of heart attack

According to the American Heart Association, even modest changes to diet and lifestyle can lower risk of cardiovascular diseases by as much as 80%. These seven actions can help you achieve ideal cardiovascular health.

To learn more about steps you can take for a healthy heart, visit http://mh.care/60MP50HQAPB.

Check out our February events, which include COVID vaccine clinics, yoga and meditation classes, support groups and more:

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At MaineHealth, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. for his vision, courage and the social justice work that continues to impact our nation and the world. His strong love for community sets an example for us as we embrace our vision of working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.

Photo: Martin Luther King, Jr. photographed by Marion S. Trikosko, 1964. LC-DIG-ppmsc-01269 Source: Library of Congress

The Omicron variant spreads more easily than the original virus that causes COVID-19. You can help stop Omicron by using all the tools to protect yourself and others.
1) Get vaccinated
2) Get boosted
3) Wear a mask in public indoor settings
4) If you gather with others, consider taking a test first
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ous7di.

While the variant is causing a surge of COVID-19 infections, we are seeing only a modest increase in the number of hospitalizations, and this week’s data shows a lower percentage of vaccinated patients in the ICU or on ventilators than the prior week. Boosters are the best way to protect against severe illness. For a list of vaccination sites in Maine, please visit: http://mh.care/2yU450HoW04

Check out our January Events Calendar for upcoming programs and events including support groups, physical activity classes, childbirth education and more: http://mh.care/HFGv50HmfF2

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Busy holiday schedules, breaks from school and winter weather all contribute to a drop in blood donations this time of year. Donors are urged to schedule an appointment now to help address the historically low blood supply this season.

Find a blood drive near you: http://mh.care/uCYZ50HhLvH

Schedule Your Blood Donation With The Red Cross

All are welcome to join in guided reflections focusing on just being in the midst of all our ‘doing during this buys time of year. This 45-minute online meditation session invites us to refresh and renew.

The Gift of Pause will be held Wednesday, December 22, at noon. This class is free but pre-registration is required in order to obtain virtual access. Please click below or call 301-3950 in order to register:

https://journeytohealth.coursestorm.com/course/the-gift-of-pause-a-holiday-meditation-class

The Gift of Pause: A Holiday Meditation Class | Journey to Health An offering of pause and quiet during this busy time of year. All are welcome to join in guided reflections focusing on just being in the midst of all our ‘doing’…  A time to refresh and renew. This session will...

It’s National Influenza Vaccine Week. Protect yourself as well as those around you who are most vulnerable. If you still need a vaccine or booster, many providers can give you both shots at the same appointment. Visit the MaineHealth website for more information and learn about where to get your vaccine: http://mh.care/3Vqx50H7x5l

Handwashing, along with masking, distancing, and vaccination, is one of the key steps you can take to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds to .

Today is , a day to unite with others around the world to prevent , support people with HIV, and remember those who have lost their lives to an HIV-related illness. Let’s .