Upcoming Events

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.

Childbirth and the months after are complex, and you don't have to experience it alone. Join this support group for mothers within the first year after childbirth. You can connect with other moms, discuss your experiences, and learn helpful tools and resources. Whether you are stressed, experiencing baby blues or postpartum depression/anxiety, adjusting to parenting or just looking for connection, this group is for you.

The group meets every Thursday except holidays.

For more information or to attend the group virtually, call 410-871-7000. 

A stroke can significantly affect a person's motor and cognitive abilities. Find support and encouragement from fellow stroke survivors as they share their experiences. Attendees will learn important information regarding stroke and recovery. The group is open to stroke survivors, family members and caregivers.

Registration is required; call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend or register online at https://carrollstrokesupport.eventbrite.com

Meet the staff at Carroll Hospital! Stations will be set up to practice baby care, CPR, birthing tools, breastfeeding positions, breast pumps and other tools a new parent may need. Wear comfortable clothing to this hands-on program.

A short walking tour of The Family Birthplace will be given if the unit is able to accommodate groups at that time.

Open house times are from 6 to 7 p.m. and from 7 to 8 p.m.

Call 410-871-7000 for information or to register, or register online at https://familybirthplaceopenhouse.eventbrite.com/ 

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

Childbirth and the months after are complex, and you don't have to experience it alone. Join this support group for mothers within the first year after childbirth. You can connect with other moms, discuss your experiences, and learn helpful tools and resources. Whether you are stressed, experiencing baby blues or postpartum depression/anxiety, adjusting to parenting or just looking for connection, this group is for you.

The group meets every Thursday except holidays.

For more information or to attend the group virtually, call 410-871-7000. 

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.

For those who have experienced a loss during pregnancy or of a baby up to 1 year of age

The loss of an infant during or shortly after pregnancy is a traumatic experience that can lead to a range of emotions. Having a support system is very important during this time. 

During sessions, attendees have the opportunity to seek help from others, receive tips on coping and managing their grief, and share their feelings with others who have had similar experiences.

No registration is required.

Call 410-871-7000 with questions.

Childbirth and the months after are complex, and you don't have to experience it alone. Join this support group for mothers within the first year after childbirth. You can connect with other moms, discuss your experiences, and learn helpful tools and resources. Whether you are stressed, experiencing baby blues or postpartum depression/anxiety, adjusting to parenting or just looking for connection, this group is for you.

The group meets every Thursday except holidays.

For more information or to attend the group virtually, call 410-871-7000. 

Childbirth and the months after are complex, and you don't have to experience it alone. Join this support group for mothers within the first year after childbirth. You can connect with other moms, discuss your experiences, and learn helpful tools and resources. Whether you are stressed, experiencing baby blues or postpartum depression/anxiety, adjusting to parenting or just looking for connection, this group is for you.

The group meets every Thursday except holidays.

For more information or to attend the group virtually, call 410-871-7000. 

Childbirth and the months after are complex, and you don't have to experience it alone. Join this support group for mothers within the first year after childbirth. You can connect with other moms, discuss your experiences, and learn helpful tools and resources. Whether you are stressed, experiencing baby blues or postpartum depression/anxiety, adjusting to parenting or just looking for connection, this group is for you.

The group meets every Thursday except holidays.

For more information or to attend the group virtually, call 410-871-7000. 

A stroke can significantly affect a person's motor and cognitive abilities. Find support and encouragement from fellow stroke survivors as they share their experiences. Attendees will learn important information regarding stroke and recovery. The group is open to stroke survivors, family members and caregivers.

Registration is required; call 410-871-7000 if you would like to attend or register online at https://carrollstrokesupport.eventbrite.com

Meet the staff at Carroll Hospital! Stations will be set up to practice baby care, CPR, birthing tools, breastfeeding positions, breast pumps and other tools a new parent may need. Wear comfortable clothing to this hands-on program.

A short walking tour of The Family Birthplace will be given if the unit is able to accommodate groups at that time.

Open house times are from 6 to 7 p.m. and from 7 to 8 p.m.

Call 410-871-7000 for information or to register, or register online at https://familybirthplaceopenhouse.eventbrite.com/ 

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. 

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.

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.

Childbirth and the months after are complex, and you don't have to experience it alone. Join this support group for mothers within the first year after childbirth. You can connect with other moms, discuss your experiences, and learn helpful tools and resources. Whether you are stressed, experiencing baby blues or postpartum depression/anxiety, adjusting to parenting or just looking for connection, this group is for you.

The group meets every Thursday except holidays.

For more information or to attend the group virtually, call 410-871-7000. 

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