Tuesday, October 1
Lung Cancer Support Group. Cancer Support Services office, 560 Riverside Drive, Suite 106, Salisbury. 5:30-7 p.m. Support group for individuals who have had or currently have a lung cancer diagnosis. Allows individuals to discuss and share stories with one another. Call 410-546-1200.
Stroke Support Group. 1-3 p.m. Free. Hallowell Conference Center, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. People who have experienced strokes, and their caregivers, gather for education and support. Valet parking is available at the Frank B. Hanna Outpatient Entrance. Call 410-677-6660 for information.
Thursday, October 3
ALS Clinic. Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. 10 a.m. A multidisciplinary health care team provides expertise and tools for people with ALS on the first Thursday of every month. Appointments are required; call 410-543-7069.
Friday, October 4
Becoming a Big Brother and Big Sister.” 6 – 7:30 p.m. $20 per family. Avery W. Hall Education Center CQI Room, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. This 90 minute class is well-suited for children three to six years old who will soon have a new baby in the home. The class addresses their important role as a big brother or sister, what to expect with a new baby in the house and safe interactions with baby. The cost of the class is $20 per family. Pre-registration is required; call 410-543-7126, or visit the Classes and Events section of www.peninsula.org.
Tuesday, October 8
Newborn Care Class. 6 to 9 p.m. $40. Avery W. Hall Educational Center CQI Room, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. A must for first-time parents, this class reviews survival skills for the first six weeks home with baby. Topics include diapering, bathing, sleeping, calming a fussy baby and more. Dad or another support person is encouraged to attend along with mom. Pre-registration is required; call 410-543-7126, or visit the Classes and Events section of www.peninsula.org.
Wednesday, October 9
Better Breathers Club. 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Free. Avery W. Hall Education Center Auditorium, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. A monthly support group for adults who suffer from asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, lung cancer and other respiratory problems. Call 410-543-7268 for more information or to register for a meeting.
Friends and Family CPR Class. 4 to 7 p.m. $40. Avery W. Hall Educational Center Auditorium, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. This 3-hour non-certification course is designed for anyone who wants to learn CPR rescue skills but does not require a CPR course completion card. It will teach rescuers how to perform CPR on adults and children and how to help an adult or child who is choking. To register and pay online, visit www.peninsula.org. For more information, call 410-543-7126.
Peripheral Artery Disease Screening. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Aboard the Wagner Wellness Van, in the Family Dollar parking lot at 12175 Elm Street, Princess Anne. The Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute at Peninsula Regional Medical Center sponsors free peripheral artery disease screenings for people 55 or older. The screening will be offered to individuals who exhibit at least three prominent risk factors or one symptom. Pre-registration is required. Call 410-543-7123 to find out if you qualify for the free vascular screenings and to schedule an appointment.
Friday, October 11
ALS Support Group. Avery W. Hall Educational Center CQI-2 Room, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. 1-3 p.m. Free. The ALS Support Group meets on the second Friday of the month. People with ALS and their caregivers are welcome to come and share information and experiences. For information, call 410-543-7069.
Monday, October 14
Diabetes Support Group. Avery W. Hall Educational Center Wor-Wic Room, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury; 7-8 p.m. Free. Share information and listen to speakers on diabetes-related topics. For more information, call 410-543-7061.
Tuesday, October 22
Grandparenting Class. Avery W. Hall Educational Center CQI-2 Room, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury; 1-4 p.m. $20. Grandparents can play an important role in supporting a new family. Learn how to combine the value of life experience with updated information on supporting new parents. This evidence-based class will help grandparents learn what is new about infant safety, car seats and how to form a great relationship with a new grandchild. To register, call 410-543-7126, or visit the Classes and Events section of www.peninsula.org.
Prepared Childbirth Class. 6-9 p.m. $75. Avery W. Hall Educational Center Auditorium, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. Meet other expectant parents at this interactive course that meets on four Tuesdays. It includes information about prenatal care, labor and delivery, post-partum care and infant safety. Classes should be taken during the sixth to eighth month of pregnancy. The fee is $75 for the mom to be and her coach. Pre-registration is required. Participants are asked to bring a blanket and two pillows to each class. Call 410-543-7126 or register online in the Classes and Events section of www.peninsula.org for online registration.
Friday, October 25
Prepared Childbirth Class. Avery W. Hall Educational Center, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury; 6-9:30 p.m. $75. This weekend express series also meets Oct. 26 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Meals are provided on Friday and Saturday. Meet other expectant parents at this interactive, two-day course that includes information about prenatal care, labor and delivery, post-partum care and infant safety. Classes should be taken during the sixth to eighth month of pregnancy. Participants are asked to bring a blanket and two pillows to each class. Pre-registration is required; call 410-543-7126 or register online in the Classes and Events section of www.peninsula.org.
Wednesday, October 30
Cancer Support Lunch Bunch. Noon-1 p.m. Location varies; please call. This social group brings together Delmarva residents affected by cancer, for lunch and discussion. Call 410-546-1200.
