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!
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Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime
Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime
Here's the solution for parents who want the information, but can't fit the classes into their schedules or for moms on bed rest. These self-paced online classes will cover all the vital components of labor and birth right from your home computer. Once you log on, you will have 30 days to complete the class. ...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
If you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
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Just for You! Sibling Class
Just for You! Sibling Class
This class has been postponed due to illness. Please see reschedule date Saturday, January 13 from 4-5 pm It's finally back! A one hour program for children ages 2 - 10 whose parents are expecting another baby. This class helps older children understand their roles as big brothers and big sisters and gets them familiar...
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New Year, New Goals
New Year, New Goals
Are you busy and have no time to eat healthy? Or don’t know where to start? Join us with Sarah Khan, MS in Nutrition, who will discuss incorporating healthy eating into your busy schedule. Monday, January 8th 5 – 6 p.m. Live Webinar (Zoom) $10 Pre-registration is required
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
If you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
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Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor
Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor
This is an interactive class specifically designed for couples who have had a baby before or have taken the Understanding Birth eClass. The class gives couples a hands-on opportunity to get more in-depth information on comfort & coping skills for labor. In this class participants will practice labor coping skills such as; relaxation, utilizing different...
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Strength and Stretch for Women: Trial Class
Strength and Stretch for Women: Trial Class
Looking to try something new in 2024? Come and see what Strength and Stretch is all about before the new session begins on January 18th! In this free trial class, we will go through several of the simple strength exercises and flexibility movements from a typical Strength and Stretch for Women class. Begin to experience...
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Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend + Weeknights
Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend + Weeknights
Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 1/12/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 1/13/24 from 10:00 - 3:30 pm. Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. 2. Breastfeeding for...
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Class meets Friday 1/12/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 1/13/24 from 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. *Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple *Class does not...
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Just for You! Sibling Class
Just for You! Sibling Class
It's finally back! A one hour program for children ages 2 - 10 whose parents are expecting another baby. This class helps older children understand their roles as big brothers and big sisters and gets them familiar with The Family Birthing Center. Parents are welcome/encouraged to attend with their little ones free of charge. **Fee...
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New Mothers’ Group – Cancelled Due to Pending Snowstorm
New Mothers’ Group – Cancelled Due to Pending Snowstorm
If you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
Exercising for Diabetes: Sweet Talk Support Group
Exercising for Diabetes: Sweet Talk Support Group
“Sweet Talk” is a support group for people with diabetes and prediabetes. The group meets regularly on the third Tuesday of the month from 12-1 PM at Manchester Memorial Hospital located at 71 Haynes Street, Manchester CT. Please join us and network with other people with diabetes. Feel free to bring a friend or caretaker....
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Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (Virtual)
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (Virtual)
This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed and why in regards to birthing practices, baby care, infant feeding and safety. Refresh your baby care skills with some hands on learning too! The...
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 Person (Virtual)
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 Person (Virtual)
This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed and why in regards to birthing practices, baby care, infant feeding and safety. Refresh your baby care skills with some hands on learning too! The...
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Strength + Stretch (Class Pass)
Strength + Stretch (Class Pass)
Can't commit to the full Strength and Stretch series? No problem! Customize your fitness journey by choosing the number of classes that suit your schedule. Just add the classes you'd like to attend to your cart before purchasing, and each class is just $9. Flexibility and strength at your fingertips!
Strength and Stretch for Women Drop-In
Strength and Stretch for Women Drop-In
Curious about this class, but want to try it out before you commit to an entire session? Want to work on building strength but your schedule doesn't allow you to attend all 6 weeks? The Class Pass provides the flexibility to register for just one class at a time to best fit your needs. What...
Strength and Stretch for Women
Strength and Stretch for Women
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...
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Newborn Massage For the Pregnant Couple (Virtual)
Newborn Massage For the Pregnant Couple (Virtual)
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED Learn about the many benefits of newborn massage as well as infant cues, newborn behavioral states, reflexes and massage techniques you can use with your baby as soon as they are born. Newborn massage is a special way to enhance bonding and communication with your baby. Newborn massage can be...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
If you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
6-Week Journey to Healthy Living
6-Week Journey to Healthy Living
Thinking about your long-term health and wellness? We have the program for you! Join one of our trained lifestyle coaches for a 6-week program, only one hour a week, focused on nutrition, getting active and all things healthy! You will learn that small lifestyle changes can help you prevent or reverse chronic diseases and improve...
Stay Nourished: How to Eat When Times are Hard
Stay Nourished: How to Eat When Times are Hard
Are you overwhelmed with meal prep and planning nutritious meals? Join Registered Dietitian Amy Rapone, MS, RD, CD-N as she shares information about the building blocks of a nutritious meal, and the importance of meal patterns. She will also teach you how to establish back up meal plans for loss of appetite, low funds, pain...
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Joint Effort Program
Joint Effort Program
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...
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
This class explains the advantages of nursing, breastfeeding techniques and positions, breast milk expression and storage, ways to prevent common problems, handling the first few weeks at home and more. Fathers and support persons are encouraged to attend. Taught by our Certified Lactation Consultants. Breastfeeding book provided with class. *Class Fee is per couple: 1...
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Strength + Stretch (Class Pass)
Strength + Stretch (Class Pass)
Can't commit to the full Strength and Stretch series? No problem! Customize your fitness journey by choosing the number of classes that suit your schedule. Just add the classes you'd like to attend to your cart before purchasing, and each class is just $9. Flexibility and strength at your fingertips!
Building Your Stress Management “Tool Box”
Building Your Stress Management “Tool Box”
Stressful times are inevitable, and despite our best efforts, we cannot completely erase stress from our lives. However, we do have the power to create an individualized toolkit of resources and strategies to access during times of stress. In this brief program, we will delve into a variety of stress management techniques. Add the ones...
Let’s Talk About the Aging Brain
Let’s Talk About the Aging Brain
As people age, the brain naturally changes, affecting memory, learning, and other cognitive functions. Join Occupational Therapy Assistant, Erin Chianelli, OTA/L as she reviews normal functions of the brain and the changes that occur during the normal aging process. She will also discuss abnormal changes and identify symptoms of dementia. Registration is required.
Working Together to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Resources and Information
Working Together to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Resources and Information
Interested in learning how incorporate healthy lifestyle changes into your daily routine to avoid, prevent or delay Type 2 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...
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Rescheduled: Treating Autoimmune, Neurodegenerative and Chronic Pain
Rescheduled: Treating Autoimmune, Neurodegenerative and Chronic Pain
Join Doctor Nicholas Palermo, DO, MS and Pharmacist Gene Gresh, R.PH, FIACP, IFMCP as they describe the impact of autoimmune, neurodegenerative, and chronic pain conditions. They will provide an overview of a functional medicine treatment approach that includes low dose naltrexone (LDN), how it works, and the various conditions that LDN has been a success...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
If you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
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Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime
Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime
Here's the solution for parents who want the information, but can't fit the classes into their schedules or for moms on bed rest. These self-paced online classes will cover all the vital components of labor and birth right from your home computer. Once you log on, you will have 30 days to complete the class. ...
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
This is a two week series: Wednesdays 1/31/24 & 2/7/24 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm For expectant parents who wish that babies came with an owner’s manual, this class covers diapering, bathing, crying, safety and many other details of newborn care plus postpartum self-care and adjustment to make a smoother transition to parenthood. Hands on...
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Strength + Stretch (Class Pass)
Strength + Stretch (Class Pass)
Can't commit to the full Strength and Stretch series? No problem! Customize your fitness journey by choosing the number of classes that suit your schedule. Just add the classes you'd like to attend to your cart before purchasing, and each class is just $9. Flexibility and strength at your fingertips!
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