Maintaining or restoring fitness levels is an important part of cancer recovery. Through education and guidance, ECHN’s team of licensed rehabilitation experts have specialized training to provide cancer-specific rehabilitation services that can minimize the negative long-term effects of cancer and cancer treatments.
This program is for people living with a current or past cancer diagnosis who want to improve their fitness. Individually designed exercise programs, which may include strength/weight training, cardiovascular, balance or flexibility exercises, are available. Programs are held in a small group setting.
Assessments are by appointment only.
Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday
2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Manchester Memorial Hospital
For more information, contact Mary Pesce:
P: 860.647.6485 prompt #2
E: mpesce@echn.org
Join Registered Dieticians Tracey Luciani and Bridget Sutherland as they present a plant-based diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes that offer numerous health benefits. Learn how eating more fiber-rich foods can improve your overall health and survival after a cancer diagnosis. This session will include a cooking demonstration of a protein-packed plant recipe.
Thursday, October 16
12 – 1 p.m.
John A. DeQuattro Cancer Center
Free
Registration is requested. Space is limited.
To register, call or email:
P: 860.646.1222 ext.1406 or ext.1408
E: ljuliani@echn.org or kfiume@echn.org