Don’t wait until the new year to start building healthy habits! This 8-week challenge involves a weekly email providing healthy tools and nutrition tips for the holidays. A registered dietitian will be available throughout the program to help you along the way.

To register, visit healthyholidaychallenge.eventbrite.com

Free breast screening physical exams will be provided by Laura Osborne, PA-C, from the Center for Breast Health.

Thursday, October 24 and 31, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Appointment required. Call 410-871-7000 for more information.

Drop in to have your blood pressure checked by a registered nurse. Learn about risk factors and prevention for hypertension and stroke.

Meet us at Exploration Commons for a cooking class! Join a registered dietitian to prepare healthy recipes and learn nutrition and health tips along the way.

$5 per person

To register, visit explorationcommons.carr.org

• Tue, 10/06/2026 - 13:00 -Tue, 10/06/2026 - 14:30
• Tue, 11/03/2026 - 12:00 -Tue, 11/03/2026 - 13:30
• Tue, 12/01/2026 - 12:00 -Tue, 12/01/2026 - 13:30
• Tue, 01/05/2027 - 12:00 -Tue, 01/05/2027 - 13:30
• Tue, 02/02/2027 - 12:00 -Tue, 02/02/2027 - 13:30

Open to those who have experienced the death of a loved one related to substance use. First Tuesday of each month, 5-6:30 p.m. Please call 443-974-8717 to register and obtain access to this virtual group. 

• Wed, 10/21/2026 - 15:00 -Wed, 10/21/2026 - 16:00
• Wed, 11/18/2026 - 14:00 -Wed, 11/18/2026 - 15:00
• Wed, 12/16/2026 - 14:00 -Wed, 12/16/2026 - 15:00
• Wed, 01/20/2027 - 14:00 -Wed, 01/20/2027 - 15:00
• Wed, 02/17/2027 - 14:00 -Wed, 02/17/2027 - 15:00

Open to anyone who is grieving the loss of a loved one. Third Wednesday of each month, 7-8 p.m. Please call 410-871-7656 to register and obtain access to this virtual group. 

• Wed, 10/14/2026 - 14:30 -Wed, 10/14/2026 - 16:00
• Wed, 11/11/2026 - 13:30 -Wed, 11/11/2026 - 15:00
• Wed, 12/09/2026 - 13:30 -Wed, 12/09/2026 - 15:00
• Wed, 01/13/2027 - 13:30 -Wed, 01/13/2027 - 15:00
• Wed, 02/10/2027 - 13:30 -Wed, 02/10/2027 - 15:00

This group meets virtually using Zoom. For more information of to obtain access to the group, call 443-675-6348 or email levindale.alzgroup@gmail.com. Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 - 8 p.m.

• Tue, 10/13/2026 - 15:00 -Tue, 10/13/2026 - 16:30
• Tue, 11/10/2026 - 14:00 -Tue, 11/10/2026 - 15:30
• Tue, 12/08/2026 - 14:00 -Tue, 12/08/2026 - 15:30
• Tue, 01/12/2027 - 14:00 -Tue, 01/12/2027 - 15:30
• Tue, 02/09/2027 - 14:00 -Tue, 02/09/2027 - 15:30

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. 

• Mon, 09/28/2026 - 12:30 -Mon, 09/28/2026 - 14:00
• Mon, 10/26/2026 - 12:30 -Mon, 10/26/2026 - 14:00
• Mon, 01/25/2027 - 11:30 -Mon, 01/25/2027 - 13:00
• Mon, 02/22/2027 - 11:30 -Mon, 02/22/2027 - 13:00
• Mon, 03/22/2027 - 12:30 -Mon, 03/22/2027 - 14:00

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.

• Wed, 10/14/2026 - 09:00 -Wed, 10/14/2026 - 10:00
• Wed, 11/11/2026 - 08:00 -Wed, 11/11/2026 - 09:00
• Wed, 12/09/2026 - 08:00 -Wed, 12/09/2026 - 09:00
• Wed, 01/13/2027 - 08:00 -Wed, 01/13/2027 - 09:00
• Wed, 02/10/2027 - 08:00 -Wed, 02/10/2027 - 09:00

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.