Events
Welcome to ECHN’s Events Page!
Throughout the year, ECHN offers a wide variety of educational programs designed to educate and support all individuals within our community. Please explore our diverse offerings including childbirth and parent education courses, diabetes education, nutrition and wellness classes, free seasonal health education programs, and more.
Join us as we aim to create a healthier, more informed community. Together, we are making healthy happen!
October 2023
19
Thu
11:00 AM
Elevate Your Wellness with Small Group Coaching!
Virtual Event
Small group coaching combines the benefits of personalized guidance with the power of group dynamics. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to work with an intimate group of 6 or less, guided by an experienced lifestyle coach. Zig Ziglar says, "You can't reach your destination if you don't know where you're going.” During the course of this 3-week...
Cost $47.00
$47.00
19
Thu
6:00 PM
Pregnancy and Your Pelvic Floor
Virtual Via Zoom
Join Alyssa Itzkowitz, DPT, PCES as she shares information about the common diagnoses of pelvic floor dysfunction, such as pelvic pain, low back pain, round ligament pain, constipation, and frequent urges to urinate as well as the misconceptions of pelvic floor therapy during pregnancy and how pelvic floor therapy can help. She will also discuss...
Cost Free
Free
23
Mon
6:00 PM
Tasty Table: Quick and Easy Meals
Virtual Event
Explore healthier, nutrient-rich quick and easy meal ideas for your entire family all without sacrificing on flavor! Join our trained Lifestyle Coaches from the Diabetes Wellness Center as they discuss and prepare delicious and easy meals anyone can make at home. Fighting disease and maintaining our health can be delicious. Session Topic: Quick and Easy...
Cost $10.00
$10.00
25
Wed
1:00 PM
Cost Free
Free
25
Wed
6:00 PM
Cooking for One
Virtual Event
Finding the motivation to cook for yourself can be difficult. Come cook alongside (virtually) or just watch, Sarah Khan, MS in Nutrition, discuss and demonstrate the key to cooking for one! A list of suggested ingredients will be provided before the class. Learn about mastering basic skills What to stock up on Getting creative with...
Cost $10.00
$10.00
26
Thu
11:00 AM
Elevate Your Wellness with Small Group Coaching!
Virtual Event
Small group coaching combines the benefits of personalized guidance with the power of group dynamics. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to work with an intimate group of 6 or less, guided by an experienced lifestyle coach. Zig Ziglar says, "You can't reach your destination if you don't know where you're going.” During the course of this 3-week...
Cost $47.00
$47.00
November 2023
02
Thu
9:30 AM
Strength and Stretch for Women
Virtual Event
Come explore the benefits of strength training in a gentle, supportive environment! Improve your overall strength, balance, and flexibility while preventing injury and increasing your metabolism. Throughout this 6-week series we will explore simple strength-building exercises for the entire body, followed by stretches to improve flexibility and relax the body and mind. Recommended equipment: a...
Cost $49.00
$49.00
02
Thu
11:00 AM
Elevate Your Wellness with Small Group Coaching!
Virtual Event
Small group coaching combines the benefits of personalized guidance with the power of group dynamics. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to work with an intimate group of 6 or less, guided by an experienced lifestyle coach. Zig Ziglar says, "You can't reach your destination if you don't know where you're going.” During the course of this 3-week...
Cost $47.00
$47.00
02
Thu
6:00 PM
Pelvic Pain and Physical Therapy
Virtual Via Zoom
Pelvic pain affects approximately one in seven women. Pelvic pain is pain felt in the lower abdomen (stomach area), pelvis, or perineum (the area between the rectum and the vagina). Pelvic floor physical therapists are trained in functional restoration of the whole body and are in the unique position to assess and treat pelvic pain...
Cost Free
Free
07
Tue
4:00 PM
Hiatal Hernias: What You Need to Know?
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms A, B & C
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Hiatal Hernias are more common than you think. There are more than 3 million diagnosis per year. A hiatal hernia occurs when weakened muscle tissue allows your stomach to bulge up through your diaphragm. This could be caused by age-related changes, an injury to the area or being born with an unusually large hiatus. Join...
Cost Free
Free
07
Tue
5:00 PM
Healthy Eating for Diabetes Management and Better Blood Sugar Control
Virtual Event
Join Tess Nuzzolo, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist to discuss recommendations on types of food to eat when you have diabetes. She will discuss how portion sizes, meal timing, the glycemic index and their effect on stabilizing your blood sugar. Fee: FREE Session Date and Time: Tuesday, November 7th, 5:00pm -...
Cost Free
Free
08
Wed
6:00 PM
Healthy Eating for the Busy Professional
Virtual Event
Are you busy and have no time for eating healthy? Or just don’t know where to start? Come join us with Sarah Khan, MS in Nutrition, who will discuss incorporating healthy eating into the lives of busy professionals. Learn about nourishing meals Healthy dietary patterns Powering up your meals and snacks Understanding Protein, fat, carbs...