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!

September 2024

04
Wed
6:00 PM

Back in Action: A Guide to Spine Health

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Did you know that your spine supports everything that you do?  Over 100 million Americans (approximately one-third) of the US population suffer from chronic neck and back pain each year.  Join Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Dr. Ashish Updadhyay, Interventional Radiologist Dr. Robert Gordon, and Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Specialist Dr. Tricia Hall as they review what a normal...

Cost Free
Free
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19
Thu
11:30 AM

Steady Steps: Falls and Balance Prevention

Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
Details

September is Fall Prevention Month. Worldwide, falls are the second leading cause of unintentional deaths. In 2022 alone, more than 40,000 fatal falls occurred in adults 65 and older. Join Mary Pesce, PTA, LSVT, CPT, CET on Thursday, September 19 as she shares information on balance and changes as we age. She will also discuss...

Cost Free
Free
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25
Wed
1:00 PM

Joint Effort Program

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

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
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29
Sun
11:00 AM

ECHN’s Annual Cancer Survivors Day – A Celebration of Life – THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT

Hartford/Windsor Marriott
28 Day Hill Rd, Windsor , CT
Details

John A. DeQuattro Cancer Center Presents A Celebration of Life. ECHN's 20th Annual ECHN Cancer Survivors Day Event! Cancer survivors, their families, friends, and caregivers who have supported their fight are invited to join ECHN for an afternoon of inspiration and hope. KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Mark Zinni, Channel 3 News Anchor and 10-year Thyroid Cancer Survivor...

Cost Free
Free
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October 2024

12
Sat
12:00 PM

Rider Down: Safety Training Event

Kaplan Cycles
200 West Main Street, Rockville , CT
Details

Fall is a great time to ride – but it’s important to do it safely! Join us on Saturday, October 12, 2024 for “Rider Down” Rider Safety training. You will learn: Bleeding Control Techniques CPR Preparing For Help to Arrive Be Ready Before and Accident Useful Tips and Tricks to Keep You Safe and Ready...

Cost Free
Free
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15
Tue
6:00 PM

Supplements 101

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Vitamins and minerals are substances required by our bodies to carry out a myriad of normal cellular processes.  Join Naturopath, Lauren Young, DO, as she shares information on the different types of supplements, and how to assess what type of supplements you may need.  She will also share information on supplements that may not interact...

Cost Free
Free
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23
Wed
1:00 PM

Joint Effort Program

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

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
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28
Mon
11:30 AM

Your New Body Starts Here

Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
Details

Exercise and physical activity are great ways to feel better, boost your health, and have fun. Join Mary Pesce, PTA, LSVT, CPT, CET as she talks about the benefits of exercise, and modes of exercise to keep you moving.  She will also share some examples of exercise to enhance your overall well-being. Register online or call...

Cost Free
Free
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November 2024

05
Tue
6:00 PM

Diabetes 101: Understanding the Basics and Beyond

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Calling all family members and caregivers! Join our informative webinar and gain a comprehensive understanding of diabetes to support your loved ones effectively. Our speaker, Aleksandra Dunnigan, RDN, CDCES, NDPP, Lifestyle Coach will cover diabetes types, symptoms, and risk factors, enabling you to recognize warning signs and provide crucial assistance. Learn practical tips for creating...

Cost Free
Free
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12
Tue
5:00 PM

Sodium Savvy Eating & Cooking Demonstration

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

Your body needs a small amount of sodium to work properly, but too much sodium is bad for your health. Americans consume more than 3,300 milligrams (mg) of sodium per day, on average. This is well above the federal recommendation of less than 2,300 mg per day. Join Registered Dietitians Bridget Sutherland, RDN and Lauren Rosenfield,...

Cost Free
Free
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19
Tue
5:00 PM

Hospice and Palliative Care: Comfort and Support for Serious Illnesses

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Hospice and Palliative care are types of health care that focus on the palliation of a terminally ill patient's pain and symptoms and attending to their emotional and spiritual needs at the end of life, providing an alternative to therapies focused on life-prolonging measures that may be difficult, likely to cause more symptoms, or are...

Cost Free
Free
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20
Wed
1:00 PM

Joint Effort Program

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

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
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