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 2022
22
Tue
6:00 PM
Intuitive Eating
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Intuitive eating is a ‘non-diet’ approach to a healthier relationship with food. Registered Dietitian Lauren Rosenfeld will discuss what intuitive eating is. She will describe how to identify hunger and fullness cues. Lastly, Lauren will explain how intuitive eating can improve one’s relationship with food. This program will be presented in the Auditorium at Manchester...
Cost Free
Free
23
Wed
1:00 PM
Joint Effort Program
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This program is for individuals scheduled to have total or partial hip or knee replacement surgery and for those thinking about having replacement surgery. ECHN staff will explain, step-by-step, the surgery day procedures, recovery care options, pain management and the rehabilitation process. Individuals who will be assisting a loved one’s recovery after surgery are encouraged...
Cost Free
Free
31
Thu
10:00 AM
Strength and Stretch for Women
Virtual Via Zoom
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
April 2022
05
Tue
6:00 PM
Parkinson’s Management: LSVT BIG and LOUD – Cancelled
Virtual Event
Do you or a loved one have Parkinson's disease that is affecting one’s speech and daily movements? Join Speech Language Pathologist, Christina Welch and Physical Therapist April Gothberg as they discuss the Lee Silverman Voice Technique (LSVT) BIG and LOUD programs and how it can help manage Parkinson’s symptoms. They will discuss when individuals should...
Cost Free
Free
07
Thu
5:30 PM
How to Be an Informed Patient
Virtual Event
Join Naturopathic Physician Lauren Young and Registered Nurse Donna Cameron for a discussion on how to be an informed patient. They will help participants understand the ins and outs of health insurance and how to maximize their appointment time with their providers. They will discuss the Choosing Wisely initiative that empowers patients to play an...
Cost Free
Free
13
Wed
6:00 PM
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Did you know that an estimated 836,000 to 2.5 million Americans suffer Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? If you have been feeling tired for at least 6 months and no amount of rest can help, you are not alone. You might be suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome. Join Family Medicine Physician, Howard Selinger for a discussion about...
Cost Free
Free
18
Mon
6:00 PM
Controlling Your Blood Sugar: Working Together to Prevent Diabetes
Virtual Event
Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes to help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes and other chronic conditions. Discover what FREE resources are available to you to lose weight, be more physically active and manage stress with the help of a lifestyle coach.
Cost Free
Free
21
Thu
6:00 PM
Many Roads to Recovery
Virtual Event
Please join us to learn more about Recovery, Harm Reduction and life saving measures, medication assisted treatment, recovery coach’s in our emergency departments, peer supports and help in our community, and help for families experiencing addiction. Our expert panel will cover a multitude of topics followed by a Q & A period from participants. Medication...
Cost Free
Free
27
Wed
1:00 PM
Joint Effort Program
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This program is for individuals scheduled to have total or partial hip or knee replacement surgery and for those thinking about having replacement surgery. ECHN staff will explain, step-by-step, the surgery day procedures, recovery care options, pain management and the rehabilitation process. Individuals who will be assisting a loved one’s recovery after surgery are encouraged...
Cost Free
Free
May 2022
02
Mon
6:00 PM
Freedom From Smoking
Virtual Event
Learn how to overcome your tobacco addiction while working with a certified facilitator in a small group setting. This program is comprised of eight sessions over seven weeks and includes a participant workbook and other informative materials. The American Lung Association Freedom From Smoking™ program features a step-by-step plan for quitting smoking. Each of the...
Cost Free
Free
18
Wed
12:00 PM
Controlling Your Blood Sugar: Working Together to Prevent Diabetes
Virtual Event
Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes to help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes and other chronic conditions. Discover what FREE resources are available to you to lose weight, be more physically active and manage stress with the help of a lifestyle coach.
Cost Free
Free
18
Wed
12:00 PM
Meal Planning: Personalized Planning for a Healthier You!
Virtual Via Zoom
Tired of Dieting? Want to get off the cycle of food restrictions? Come join our virtual classroom with Tess Nuzzolo, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and learn how to break free. The goal is to develop your very own personal meal plan to achieve your health goal of weight loss, improving your diet and feeling better. Specifically,...