Chester River Hospital Center
Support Group Listings


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This section includes details on our community service programs, support groups and monthly activities.  Please check out the information below and visit our support groups section for more programs coming soon to the area.


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Click on a link below to read about a program, class or group in the area.

Family Health Support Groups
Breastfeeding Class
Cancer Support Group
Cesarean Class Working through Grief
Infant Care Class  Diabetic Support Group
Living with Diabetes Healthy Hearts Club
Prepared Childbirth Labor & Delivery Series Ostomy Support Group
Sibling Class 
Weekend Childbirth Class



Family Health


Breastfeeding Class

This class is for parents who want to learn more about breastfeeding. Call (410) 778-3300, ext. 2200 to register.

Fee: $5.00
7 - 9 p.m., Wednesday, December 10
Medical Services Building Conference Room.

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Cesarean Class

A one-session class that prepares expectant parents to share the birth experience in the operating room. Call (410) 778-3300, ext. 2200 to register.

Fee: $5.00
7 - 9 p.m., Monday, December 1
Medical Services Building Conference Room.

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Infant Care Classes

A one-session review class focusing on choosing a pediatrician, infant feeding and care, and growth and development. Call 410-778-3300, ext. 2200.

Fee: $5.00
7 - 9 p.m., Wednesday, December 3
Medical Services Building Conference Room

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Living with Diabetes

A six-week class for diabetics to better understand and manage their condition. Taught by certified diabetes educators. Tuition may be covered by your medical insurance; contact your physician for a referral and your insurance company for reimbursement details. Call 410-778-3300, ext. 2320.

Fee: $195.00
6:30 - 9 p.m., Thursdays, February 19 - March 25
Medical Services Building Conference Room

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Prepared Childbirth Labor & Delivery Series

Eight-session class for expectant parents that discusses the labor and delivery process. Call 410-778-3300, ext. 2200.

Fee: $40.00
7 - 9 p.m., Mondays, January 5 - February 23
Medical Services Building Conference Room

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Sibling Class

A one-session class for older siblings to help them understand their role in the new baby’s arrival. Call 410-778-3300, ext. 2200.

Fee: $5.00
5 - 6 p.m., Thursday, January 8
Cafeteria Meeting Room

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Weekend Childbirth Class

A one-day, eight-hour class for expectant parents that discusses the labor and delivery process. Call 410-778-3300, ext. 2200.

Fee: $40.00
9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, January 10
Medical Services Building Conference Room

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Support Groups



Cancer Support Group

For cancer patients, their families and friends. Call Josie Elburn, RN, at (410) 778 3300, ext. 2381, for more information.

Monday, 7 p.m., November 24 or January 26
Cafeteria Meeting Room

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Working through Grief

This is an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment about the grieving process and is facilitated by Ann OConnor, LCSW-C, bereavement counselor with Chester River Home Care & Hospice. Call 410-778-1049 or 410-758-3238.

Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., January 13-March 2
Chester River Home Care & Hospice Conference Room
6602 Church Hill Road, Suite 300
Chestertown

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Diabetic Support Group

Current information for diabetic patients and their families. Contact Barbara McDanolds, MA, RN, CDE, at (410) 778-3300, ext. 2175.

Tuesday, 7 p.m., November 25 or January 27
Medical Services Building Conference Room

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Healthy Hearts Club

For people who have heart disease or want to learn more about it. Contact Sherrie Hill, RN, MSN, at (410) 778-3300, ext. 2222.


Tuesday, 7 p.m., December 9 or January 13
Medical Services Building Conference Room

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Ostomy Support Group

A support group for individuals with an ostomy, their families and friends. Call (410) 778-3300, ext. 2320.


Tuesday, 7 p.m., November 18 or February 17
Cafeteria Meeting Room.

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