Events
October 2020
22
Thu
10:00 am
Prediabetes: Let’s Take Action! (Webinar)
Virtual Event
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Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on the risk factors and diagnosis of prediabetes. You will learn how small lifestyle changes can help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes and determine if you are eligible for our FREE- 12 month lifestyle change program that teaches you how to eat healthy, increase your physical activity and manage your stress. Prevent T2 now being offered online. Please note this is a webinar and will be presented virtually. Registration is required.
Cost Free
Free
22
Thu
12:30 pm
Virtual Grocery Store Tour
Virtual Event
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Join Registered Dietitians Tracey Luciani and Sarabeth Campanelli on a virtual tour at ShopRite in Manchester. This program will help you to better understand which ingredients are healthy and how to correctly read food labels. You will be introduced to new, delicious foods that you can incorporate into your daily meal plan. Please note this webinar will be presented virtually. Registration is required.
Cost Free
Free
23
Fri
11:00 am
Fit After Delivery – 4 Week Session
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO COVID19 Class meets every Friday from October 23 - November 13. Fee is $30.00 for 4 weeks. (Drop in fee is $10 per class) A postpartum exercise class designed for moms and babies. Classes include cardio and strength exercises with a emphasis on regaining core strength. Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their goals based on their own birth recovery experience. Babies from 4 weeks to 6 months are welcome and…
Cost $30.00
$30.00
23
Fri
6:00 pm
Early Pregnancy Class
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT
Learn what to expect during pregnancy and how to have the healthiest pregnancy you can!
This class is for couples up to 25 weeks pregnant.
Dates:
Wednesday, September 16
Friday, October 23 or December 18
Tuesday, November 24
Time: 6 – 8:30 p.m.
This class is free but registration is required
Cost Free
Free
25
Sun
12:00 am
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. Class includes evidence-based material, videos, animation, quizzes and fun activites. The program also includes an "Ask the Educator" feature with one of the Childbirth Educators…
Cost $90.00
$90.00
26
Mon
6:00 pm
Baby & Postpartum Care Class – Newly Added to the Schedule
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT
This is a two week series on Mondays October 26 & November 2 Note: With the current hospital visitor restrictions due to COVID-19 this class will be held virtually via Zoom. When restrictions are lifted we will resume in-person classes. 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. Hands on instruction will ease you through the first…
Cost $30.00
$30.00
27
Tue
10:00 am
ECHN New Mothers’ Group – Suspended until Further Notice
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT
DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC THE NEW MOTHERS’ GROUP HAS BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. This informal group is designed to help new mothers with infants up to 6 months old, adjust to parenting. It provides a supportive environment to explore different parenting options, get questions answered regarding infant feeding and behaviors and meet other new mothers in the area. Meets every Tuesday except for major holidays. Drop in - no registration required. Don't worry if you are running late,…
Cost Free
Free
28
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 to attend. This class will be held in Conference Rooms E & F at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Social distancing guidelines will be in place for…
Cost Free
Free
28
Wed
6:00 pm
Expectant Grandparent Class
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT
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 class is taught by an RN Childbirth Educator who is a grandmother herself. With registration to this class, expectant grandparents will earn a $5 discount…
Cost $15.00
$15.00
29
Thu
6:00 pm
Osteoporosis: Get the Facts (Webinar)
Virtual Event
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Did you know that approximately 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and 44 million are at risk of developing osteoporosis? Join Angela Kang, MA, Judie Wang, MA and John Gribbin, MA from Dr. Timothy Quan’s Rheumatology office to learn in depth information about osteoporosis, as well as its risk factors and prevention efforts to reduce one’s risk. They will also discuss treatment options and misconceptions of osteoporosis. Please note this webinar will be presented virtually. Registration is required.