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!
March 2023
23
Thu
10:00 AM
Working Together to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Resources and Information
Virtual Event
Interested in learning how incorporate healthy lifestyle changes into your daily routine to avoid, prevent or delay T2 Diabetes? Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes to help prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes and other chronic conditions. You will also learn about resources...
Cost Free
Free
28
Tue
7:00 PM
Osteoporosis, Osteopenia, Low Bone Density – What is the Newest in Bone Care
Virtual Event
Join Naturopath, Lauren Young, ND and Rheumatologist Barbara Kage, MD for a discussion on the importance of bone density. Bone density is vitally important as we age because less-dense bones are more likely to break and can put you at risk for osteopenia and osteoporosis. Dr. Young and Dr. Kage will discuss the differences between...
Cost Free
Free
April 2023
05
Wed
5:00 PM
Creating an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Environment
Manchester Memorial Hospital, HLR Auditorium
71 Haynes Street, Manchester
Join Kim Adamski, BA, CHW, HIV Prevention Specialist from the Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective who will discuss the difference between gender and sexuality, key terms that everyone should know, and how to create a welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ populations professionally and in everyday life. You will also learn how to become an ally...
Cost Free
Free
06
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 8-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 $59.00
$59.00
12
Wed
6:00 PM
Endometriosis: What is It?
Hybrid Session: In person at Manchester Memorial Hospital or Virtual-Live Webinar
Have you ever experienced horrible pains and cramps along with your menstrual cycle? Is this a normal sensation? If you ask yourself those questions monthly, you may suffer from Endometriosis. More than 3 million women are diagnosed with Endometriosis each year. Join Roa Alammari, MD; Alyssa Itzkowitz, DPT; Monica Lindsay, DPT and Lorraine Nalewajk, PT,...
Cost Free
Free
18
Tue
11:45 AM
Sweet Talk Support Group: Shopping Tips and Senior Discount Day
Manchester ShopRite
214 Spencer St, Manchester
Join ShopRite Dietitian, Lindsey Kent for a diabetes focused shopping tour. Walk around the ShopRite of Manchester and put your knowledge to practice as we discuss smart shopping strategies. From the produce department to the cereal aisle, we will be reviewing label reading, discussing budget friendly shopping tips and meal inspiring ideas. This program is free and open to...
Cost Free
Free
20
Thu
6:00 PM
Tasty Table: Upgrading your Snacks
Virtual Event
Explore healthier, nutrient-rich snack ideas for your entire family all without sacrificing on flavor! Join our trained Lifestyle Coaches from the Diabetes Wellness Center as they share and prepare delicious and easy snacks anyone can make at home. Fighting disease and maintaining our health can be delicious. Please note, this program will be offered virtually....
Cost Free
Free
May 2023
09
Tue
6:00 PM
Working Together to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Resources and Information
Virtual Event
Interested in learning how incorporate healthy lifestyle changes into your daily routine to avoid, prevent or delay T2 Diabetes? Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes to help prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes and other chronic conditions. You will also learn about resources...
Cost Free
Free
16
Tue
12:00 PM
Sweet Talk Support Group: Aromatherapy – Not Just for Stress Management!
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Explore the realm of natural solutions with Heidi Lyons as she explains how and why plant derived essential oils can help us with managing healthy emotions, sleep, stress, and so much more! Leave with a gift, knowledge, and practical applications for your life. This will take place at Manchester Memorial Hospital's Center for Healthy Living....
Cost Free
Free
June 2023
06
Tue
5:00 PM
Healthy Eating for Diabetes Management and Better Blood Sugar Control
Virtual Event
Healthy Eating for Diabetes Management and Better Blood Sugar Control 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:...
Cost Free
Free
06
Tue
6:00 PM
Our Body Is Not The Only Thing That Affects Our Health
Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
Did you know that education level, employment, income, family and social support, as well as community safety are all components that can influence a person’s health? Join Dr. Howard Selinger as he provides an overview of those components and how they affect one’s health. He will also share some resources available that have helped improve...
Cost Free
Free
08
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 8-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...