At LifeBridge Health, we believe that health is so much more than the care you receive inside the walls of your doctor’s office or hospital. That’s why we offer preventive services, wellness and fitness activities, and special programs to educate and support the communities we serve.
From back pain screenings to childbirth classes, weight loss support groups and fitness activities, LifeBridge Health has you covered.
All activities and events feature specially trained community health advocates and physicians who help provide tools to empower you in your quest to lead a happier, healthier life.
To learn more about our upcoming events see below:
Upcoming Events
Support Groups and Education
Breast Cancer Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Breast Cancer Support Group
This ongoing support group provides education and special understanding for women who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer, currently receiving treatment or in recovery. Spouses and partners are welcome. The group is facilitated by a registered nurse or nurse educator, and educational presentations are often conducted by healthcare professionals.
This group meets in a hybrid format; call 410-871-7000 if you wish to join online.
When
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Multiple Sclerosis Education and Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Multiple Sclerosis Education and Support Group
This group is designed to help participants become more informed about multiple sclerosis and to offer ways of coping as well as encouragement and hope. This group is largely composed of individuals who have lived with multiple sclerosis for quite some time and is led by a trained facilitator.
Call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend virtually.
When
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11 am – 12:30 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Parkinson's Disease Education & Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Parkinson's Disease Education & Support Group
Parkinson's disease is a complex progressive neurological disorder that affects not just movement, but many other activities of daily life. Peer support and education is an important part of treatment and living your best life with this chronic condition.
Meetings feature guest speakers on a variety of Parkinson's disease-related topics. Families and caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease are also welcome to attend.
2025 Topics:
January: Aging in Place with Michelle Zarren, CDP, Home Safe Home
February: Transportation Security Administration, Travel and the Checkpoint Experience with Marie Trotter
March: Eldercare and Estate Planning with Sherry Rush
April: Medications and Ask the Pharmacist with Amy Blachere, Pharm.D., BCPS
May: Yoga for Parkinson's Disease with Cathy Rees
June: Home Modification with Michelle Zarren
July: Assistive Devices Demonstration with Rachael Barbaran, OTD, OTRL
August: Cannabis with Rick Glass
September: No Meeting (Aging Your Way Expo at Carroll County Agriculture Center in Westminster)
October: Deep Brain Stimulation
November: Alzheimer's vs. Parkinson's Dementia and Coping with Cognitive Difficulty with Dr. Carleen Schwimmer, Psy.D., ABPP
December: Open Discussion
This free group meets in the support group room in Carroll Hospital's East Pavilion.
No registration required; call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend this group virtually.
When
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 1 pm – 2 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Diabetes Education & Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Diabetes Education & Support Group
Our monthly, community-based meetings include guest speakers covering a wide variety of topics related to diabetes and your health to supplement and continue your education. Open to all individuals with diabetes and those who care about them.
Call Care Connect at 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend virtually.
2025 Topics:
February 17: Ask the Pharmacist with Amy Blachere, Pharm.D., BCPS
March 17: Diabetes and Stress Management with Kirsten Ambrose, RN
April 21: Exercise and Glucose Safety with Genie Ladic, RN, and Christina McGann, RN
May 19: Stroke Risk and Diabetes with Melissa Caylor, RN, CEN, SCRN
June 16: Artificial Sweeteners with Dana Mealing, RDN, LDN
July 21: Diabetes Tech (Devices and Apps) with Laura Lienhard, RN, CDCES
August 18: Center for Total Eye Care with Karen Fuller
September 15: TBD
October 20: Heart Failure and Diabetes with Jennifer Fisher, CRNP
When
Monday, August 18, 2025, 11 am – 12 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Gather & Connect Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Gather & Connect Support Group
A group for people living with cancer and their families/caregivers
This group provides an opportunity for people living with cancer and their caregivers to share strategies on dealing with cancer. Structured in a casual and inviting setting, these meetings are designed to facilitate a sense of community for those who have been affected by cancer. Walk-ins are
welcome, and attendees are invited to stay for the entire session or a portion of it.
Some months may change depending on holidays. To confirm dates, or to attend this group virtually, call 410-871-7000.
When
Monday, August 25, 2025, 4:30 pm – 6 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Breast Cancer Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Breast Cancer Support Group
This ongoing support group provides education and special understanding for women who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer, currently receiving treatment or in recovery. Spouses and partners are welcome. The group is facilitated by a registered nurse or nurse educator, and educational presentations are often conducted by healthcare professionals.
This group meets in a hybrid format; call 410-871-7000 if you wish to join online.
When
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Multiple Sclerosis Education and Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Multiple Sclerosis Education and Support Group
This group is designed to help participants become more informed about multiple sclerosis and to offer ways of coping as well as encouragement and hope. This group is largely composed of individuals who have lived with multiple sclerosis for quite some time and is led by a trained facilitator.
Call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend virtually.
When
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 11 am – 12:30 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Parkinson's Disease Education & Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Parkinson's Disease Education & Support Group
Parkinson's disease is a complex progressive neurological disorder that affects not just movement, but many other activities of daily life. Peer support and education is an important part of treatment and living your best life with this chronic condition.
Meetings feature guest speakers on a variety of Parkinson's disease-related topics. Families and caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease are also welcome to attend.
2025 Topics:
January: Aging in Place with Michelle Zarren, CDP, Home Safe Home
February: Transportation Security Administration, Travel and the Checkpoint Experience with Marie Trotter
March: Eldercare and Estate Planning with Sherry Rush
April: Medications and Ask the Pharmacist with Amy Blachere, Pharm.D., BCPS
May: Yoga for Parkinson's Disease with Cathy Rees
June: Home Modification with Michelle Zarren
July: Assistive Devices Demonstration with Rachael Barbaran, OTD, OTRL
August: Cannabis with Rick Glass
September: No Meeting (Aging Your Way Expo at Carroll County Agriculture Center in Westminster)
October: Deep Brain Stimulation
November: Alzheimer's vs. Parkinson's Dementia and Coping with Cognitive Difficulty with Dr. Carleen Schwimmer, Psy.D., ABPP
December: Open Discussion
This free group meets in the support group room in Carroll Hospital's East Pavilion.
No registration required; call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend this group virtually.
When
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 1 pm – 2 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Diabetes Education & Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Diabetes Education & Support Group
Our monthly, community-based meetings include guest speakers covering a wide variety of topics related to diabetes and your health to supplement and continue your education. Open to all individuals with diabetes and those who care about them.
Call Care Connect at 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend virtually.
2025 Topics:
February 17: Ask the Pharmacist with Amy Blachere, Pharm.D., BCPS
March 17: Diabetes and Stress Management with Kirsten Ambrose, RN
April 21: Exercise and Glucose Safety with Genie Ladic, RN, and Christina McGann, RN
May 19: Stroke Risk and Diabetes with Melissa Caylor, RN, CEN, SCRN
June 16: Artificial Sweeteners with Dana Mealing, RDN, LDN
July 21: Diabetes Tech (Devices and Apps) with Laura Lienhard, RN, CDCES
August 18: Center for Total Eye Care with Karen Fuller
September 15: TBD
October 20: Heart Failure and Diabetes with Jennifer Fisher, CRNP
When
Monday, September 15, 2025, 11 am – 12 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Gather & Connect Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Gather & Connect Support Group
A group for people living with cancer and their families/caregivers
This group provides an opportunity for people living with cancer and their caregivers to share strategies on dealing with cancer. Structured in a casual and inviting setting, these meetings are designed to facilitate a sense of community for those who have been affected by cancer. Walk-ins are
welcome, and attendees are invited to stay for the entire session or a portion of it.
Some months may change depending on holidays. To confirm dates, or to attend this group virtually, call 410-871-7000.
When
Monday, September 22, 2025, 4:30 pm – 6 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Multiple Sclerosis Education and Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Multiple Sclerosis Education and Support Group
This group is designed to help participants become more informed about multiple sclerosis and to offer ways of coping as well as encouragement and hope. This group is largely composed of individuals who have lived with multiple sclerosis for quite some time and is led by a trained facilitator.
Call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend virtually.
When
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 11 am – 12:30 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Parkinson's Disease Education & Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Parkinson's Disease Education & Support Group
Parkinson's disease is a complex progressive neurological disorder that affects not just movement, but many other activities of daily life. Peer support and education is an important part of treatment and living your best life with this chronic condition.
Meetings feature guest speakers on a variety of Parkinson's disease-related topics. Families and caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease are also welcome to attend.
2025 Topics:
January: Aging in Place with Michelle Zarren, CDP, Home Safe Home
February: Transportation Security Administration, Travel and the Checkpoint Experience with Marie Trotter
March: Eldercare and Estate Planning with Sherry Rush
April: Medications and Ask the Pharmacist with Amy Blachere, Pharm.D., BCPS
May: Yoga for Parkinson's Disease with Cathy Rees
June: Home Modification with Michelle Zarren
July: Assistive Devices Demonstration with Rachael Barbaran, OTD, OTRL
August: Cannabis with Rick Glass
September: No Meeting (Aging Your Way Expo at Carroll County Agriculture Center in Westminster)
October: Deep Brain Stimulation
November: Alzheimer's vs. Parkinson's Dementia and Coping with Cognitive Difficulty with Dr. Carleen Schwimmer, Psy.D., ABPP
December: Open Discussion
This free group meets in the support group room in Carroll Hospital's East Pavilion.
No registration required; call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend this group virtually.
When
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 1 pm – 2 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Breast Cancer Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Breast Cancer Support Group
This ongoing support group provides education and special understanding for women who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer, currently receiving treatment or in recovery. Spouses and partners are welcome. The group is facilitated by a registered nurse or nurse educator, and educational presentations are often conducted by healthcare professionals.
This group meets in a hybrid format; call 410-871-7000 if you wish to join online.
When
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Diabetes Education & Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Diabetes Education & Support Group
Our monthly, community-based meetings include guest speakers covering a wide variety of topics related to diabetes and your health to supplement and continue your education. Open to all individuals with diabetes and those who care about them.
Call Care Connect at 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend virtually.
2025 Topics:
February 17: Ask the Pharmacist with Amy Blachere, Pharm.D., BCPS
March 17: Diabetes and Stress Management with Kirsten Ambrose, RN
April 21: Exercise and Glucose Safety with Genie Ladic, RN, and Christina McGann, RN
May 19: Stroke Risk and Diabetes with Melissa Caylor, RN, CEN, SCRN
June 16: Artificial Sweeteners with Dana Mealing, RDN, LDN
July 21: Diabetes Tech (Devices and Apps) with Laura Lienhard, RN, CDCES
August 18: Center for Total Eye Care with Karen Fuller
September 15: TBD
October 20: Heart Failure and Diabetes with Jennifer Fisher, CRNP
When
Monday, October 20, 2025, 11 am – 12 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Gather & Connect Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Gather & Connect Support Group
A group for people living with cancer and their families/caregivers
This group provides an opportunity for people living with cancer and their caregivers to share strategies on dealing with cancer. Structured in a casual and inviting setting, these meetings are designed to facilitate a sense of community for those who have been affected by cancer. Walk-ins are
welcome, and attendees are invited to stay for the entire session or a portion of it.
Some months may change depending on holidays. To confirm dates, or to attend this group virtually, call 410-871-7000.
When
Monday, October 27, 2025, 4:30 pm – 6 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Breast Cancer Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Breast Cancer Support Group
This ongoing support group provides education and special understanding for women who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer, currently receiving treatment or in recovery. Spouses and partners are welcome. The group is facilitated by a registered nurse or nurse educator, and educational presentations are often conducted by healthcare professionals.
This group meets in a hybrid format; call 410-871-7000 if you wish to join online.
When
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Multiple Sclerosis Education and Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Multiple Sclerosis Education and Support Group
This group is designed to help participants become more informed about multiple sclerosis and to offer ways of coping as well as encouragement and hope. This group is largely composed of individuals who have lived with multiple sclerosis for quite some time and is led by a trained facilitator.
Call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend virtually.
When
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 11 am – 12:30 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital
Support Groups and Education
Parkinson's Disease Education & Support Group
Support Groups and Education
Parkinson's Disease Education & Support Group
Parkinson's disease is a complex progressive neurological disorder that affects not just movement, but many other activities of daily life. Peer support and education is an important part of treatment and living your best life with this chronic condition.
Meetings feature guest speakers on a variety of Parkinson's disease-related topics. Families and caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease are also welcome to attend.
2025 Topics:
January: Aging in Place with Michelle Zarren, CDP, Home Safe Home
February: Transportation Security Administration, Travel and the Checkpoint Experience with Marie Trotter
March: Eldercare and Estate Planning with Sherry Rush
April: Medications and Ask the Pharmacist with Amy Blachere, Pharm.D., BCPS
May: Yoga for Parkinson's Disease with Cathy Rees
June: Home Modification with Michelle Zarren
July: Assistive Devices Demonstration with Rachael Barbaran, OTD, OTRL
August: Cannabis with Rick Glass
September: No Meeting (Aging Your Way Expo at Carroll County Agriculture Center in Westminster)
October: Deep Brain Stimulation
November: Alzheimer's vs. Parkinson's Dementia and Coping with Cognitive Difficulty with Dr. Carleen Schwimmer, Psy.D., ABPP
December: Open Discussion
This free group meets in the support group room in Carroll Hospital's East Pavilion.
No registration required; call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend this group virtually.
When
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 1 pm – 2 pm
Where
Support Group Room – Tevis Center for Wellness
East Pavilion, 291 Stoner Ave, Westminster
Get DirectionsVirtual option available
Host
Carroll Hospital