Every season, we dedicate time and resources to enhance the overall health and wellness of our communities by offering FREE educational programs to individuals and families. This Winter, we invite you to join us and our healthcare providers in one of our many health education lectures.
November is Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Join us to learn about hospice and palliative care and the key differences between these care services. Misconceptions surrounding these offerings will be demystified, helping individuals understand their purpose and benefits. Join Sarah Yiznitsky, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC and Holly Zambrello, RN and community liaison, as they discuss hospice and palliative care principles, including pain and symptom management, communication, emotional support, and advanced care planning. They will also offer a range of resources, including informational material, online tools, and support networks.
Thursday, November 13
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
Free
Registration is required.
November is National COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Awareness Month. COPD is a progressive lung disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is the leading cause of death globally, and in the U.S., millions more are living with the condition undiagnosed. Join pulmonologist Dilpreet Kaur, MD, as she provides information about COPD, its symptoms, the importance of early diagnosis, and treatment options to help improve an individual’s quality of life.
Tuesday, November 18
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
Free
Registration is required.
Managing stress effectively involves utilizing various stress regulation techniques, including relaxation exercises, mindfulness, physical activity, healthy lifestyle choices, and strategic time management. Join naturopath Craig Fasullo, ND, for a discussion on how the nervous system functions. He will discuss the relationship between high stress and chronic health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, and share some home exercises to improve overall health. He will also introduce biofeedback therapy, a technique that helps people learn to control heart rate variability, breathing, muscle tension, and skin temperature to help manage conditions like chronic pain, high blood pressure, anxiety, Raynaud’s syndrome, and insomnia.
Thursday, December 4
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
Free
Registration is required.
Learn how to overcome your nicotine addiction while working with a certified facilitator in a small group setting. This includes cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco and vaping. This program is comprised of eight sessions over seven weeks and includes a participant workbook and other informative materials. Participants must attend the first session.
Mondays, October 20 & 27, November 3 – 24, December 1
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
$25 plus shipping and materials. Payment is due at the end of the first session.
To register, contact Karen Fiume:
P: 860.646.1222 ext. 1408
E: KFiume@echn.org