MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital

18/08/2025

Going back to work after having a baby can be a difficult transition, especially for breastfeeding parents. To help ease this shift, the Maine State Breastfeeding Coalition and the MaineHealth Let’s Go! team have created a Returning to Work Toolkit, available in five languages. This free resource offers valuable guidance on understanding your rights, planning ahead, communicating with your employer and more.

Access the free toolkit here: https://bit.ly/4lcW23T

Returning to work after having a baby is an incredibly challenging time period. Here you'll find resources to help you on your journey back to work after having a baby: pumping at work, knowing your rights, & more!

15/08/2025

Last week, members of our Sustainability Committee accepted the Practice Greenhealth Partner for Change Award. This award recognizes hospitals that have made significant progress in reducing their environmental impact through comprehensive sustainability programs. Learn more about MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals’ commitment to advancing sustainability in healthcare.

ROCKPORT and BELFAST — MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals have earned national recognition with the 2025 Practice Greenhealth Partner for Change Awards, highlighting their strong commitment to environmental sustainability in health care. Presented by Practice Greenhealth (PGH), the leading no...

14/08/2025

Summer is coming to an end. If your child received SUN Bucks grocery benefits, make sure to use them before they expire. If your child is eligible and you have not received benefits, apply at https://bit.ly/3HDEU9k before August 15th.

For more information:
https://bit.ly/4leQh6a

13/08/2025

Almost 35,000 people in the US are diagnosed with a cancer caused by HPV each year. If you are a parent/guardian or a young adult who hasn't been vaccinated for HPV, talk to your doctor today so we can help protect you and your family.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3GVb4x2

12/08/2025

Breastfeeding is more than a lifestyle choice. It is an investment in your baby's health and your own. Breastfeeding offers many benefits for both parents and babies.
Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4582zXr

11/08/2025

Make the most of your care, with MyChart.
Schedule appointments, message your care team, view test results, update personal info and even access virtual care—all in one place.

New to MyChart or already have an account? Explore all the helpful features here: https://bit.ly/4jpU5jU

07/08/2025

We recently hosted a care team barbecue to show appreciation for the exceptional care they provide to our patients and communities. Thank you to all our care team members for all you do each day!

06/08/2025

Participants in the MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospital Summer Volunteer Program took part in an IV training session during Inservice Day. Led by our care team educators, the hands-on session gave volunteers a chance to explore clinical skills and observe IV insertion techniques in a simulated lab environment.

Volunteers play an important role in the overall success of MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals. Our active volunteer network assists patients, families, and visitors.
Learn more about our volunteering opportunities here: https://bit.ly/4fdvC0b

05/08/2025

August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month! Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or employer, join us in celebrating and supporting breastfeeding families throughout our communities.

Explore helpful tools, tips and resources at: https://www.mainebreastfeeds.org/

04/08/2025

Learn how you can earn your Associate Degree in Nursing through Eastern Maine Community College (EMCC) with virtual classes and hands-on clinical experience right at MaineHealth Waldo Hospital.

Join a free info session to learn about the local cohort model, application process, scholarship opportunities and more.
📅 Thursday, Aug 7, 10–11 a.m. – MaineHealth Waldo Hospital, Belfast, Classroom 116
📅 Wednesday, Aug 7, 1–2 p.m. – MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital, Rockport, Center for Excellence, Conference Room 1

🔗 To register, visit: https://bit.ly/3GW8dUs
Learn more: https://bit.ly/45imKlz

Maine health care organizations have encountered many difficulties in recruiting and retaining workers since the pandemic.

04/08/2025

We are excited to offer a new peer group for new and expecting parents! The first Transition to Parenthood Peer Group will be held Wednesday, Aug. 11, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at MaineHealth Obstetrics and Gynecology Rockport. Learn more:

Join us for a free, nurse-led group for parents and parents-to-be. We offer a welcoming place for new and pregnant parents to talk, listen and get support from others during the transition to parenthood. Babies welcome! Snacks and beverages will...

01/08/2025

Join us, in partnership with Coastal Mountains Land Trust, for a 4-mile guided hike at Mount Tuck Preserve in Stockton Springs on Thursday, August 7, at 10 a.m.

Explore approximately 4 miles of trail through scenic mountains and mixed-age forest. This moderate hike includes a 425-foot elevation gain in and out. Hiking boots, bug protection and plenty of water are recommended. All are welcome!

For more information visit: https://bit.ly/3IGTLQQ
Questions: Neshamah Stearns at neshamah@coastalmountains.org with questions.

Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and MaineHealth Center for Health Impovement, a Community Health department at Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals for a Happy Wanderers Hike at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 7, at the Mount Tuck Preserve in Stockton...