Here is a list of UConn Health programs scheduled for June and early July 2017. This information will be updated with any additions or other schedule changes.<\/p>\n
Breast Cancer Support Group Living Well With Epilepsy: A Support Group for Young Adults Bladder Cancer Support Group UConn Health Epilepsy Support Group Childbirth Preparation Class Breast-feeding Class Living With Heart Disease Support Group Breast Cancer Support Group Infertility Peer Support Group Free Hospital Maternity Tours Celiac Disease Nutrition Class<\/strong> Free Cosmetology Services for Cancer Survivors Free Workshop: \u201cThings to Consider Before Joining a Research Study\u201d Stroke Survivor Group Living Well With Epilepsy: A Support Group for Young Adults Bladder Cancer Support Group Childbirth Preparation Class UConn Health Epilepsy Support Group Breast Cancer Support Group Free Hospital Maternity Tours Breast-feeding Class
\nThursday, June 1, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
\n<\/strong>This is a support group intended for women under the age of 45 who\u2019ve been diagnosed with non-metastatic breast cancer. Women at any point in their cancer survivorship journey are welcome. Meetings are the first and third Thursday of the month<\/strong>. To register or more information, call 860.679.7820 or email tillinghast@uchc.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, June 3, noon to 1:30 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 2nd Floor, Large Conference Room S2010
\nThe Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, in partnership with the UConn Health Department of Neurology<\/a>, offers a support group for young adults who live with epilepsy. This group is open to those aged 18 to 30 who would like to join others to share experience, gain peer support, and learn together about epilepsy and overcoming its challenges to live well. The group generally meets on the first Saturday of the month<\/strong>. Please call 860-346-1924 or email manzelone.efct@sbcglobal.net<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, June 3, 2 to 3 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
\n<\/strong>Patients, family members and caregivers (not limited to UConn Health patients) are invited to join others whose lives have been touched by bladder cancer. This support group, established in partnership with the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, usually meets on the first Saturday of the month<\/strong> and is the only group of its kind in New England. Call 888-901-BCAN for more information.<\/p>\n
\nWednesday, June 7, 6:30 to 8 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 2nd Floor, Large Conference Room S2010
\nThe UConn Health Department of Neurology<\/a> invites those with epilepsy to a monthly group meeting surrounding life with epilepsy. Discussion topics include coping methods, support systems, and resources. The group generally will meet on the first Wednesday of the month<\/strong>. Please call 860-679-3186 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, June 10, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd floor conference room S3301
\n<\/strong>This one-day class<\/a> covers anatomy and physiology of pregnancy and labor, emotions of pregnancy, nutrition, fetal growth and development, comfort measures for labor, working with unexpected events in labor, cesarean delivery, and practice of relaxation and breathing techniques for labor. Class size is limited to eight couples. Remember to bring two pillows and wear comfortable clothing. Light snack is provided. Fee is $100. Call 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nWednesday, June 13, 7 to 9 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd floor conference room S3301
\n<\/strong>A certified lactation consultant leads a discussion of topics<\/a> including the benefits of breast-feeding, how to get started, and how the rest of the family can help the breast-feeding mother as well as how to continue breast-feeding and working. Fee is $25 per couple. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, June 15, 11 a.m. to noon<\/strong>, UConn Health, University Tower, 2nd floor conference room
\nPatients with heart disease, along with their families and caregivers, meet on the third Thursday of the month<\/strong> to discuss post-diagnosis topics such as prevention and wellness, social and emotional support, heath-healthy recipes, and coping strategies and resources. Call 860-679-3633 to learn more.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, June 15, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
\n<\/strong>This is a support group intended for women under the age of 45 who\u2019ve been diagnosed with non-metastatic breast cancer. Women at any point in their cancer survivorship journey are welcome. Meetings are the first and third Thursday of the month<\/strong>. To register or more information, call 860.679.7820 or email tillinghast@uchc.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, June 15, 7 p.m.<\/strong>, Center for Advanced Reproductive Services, 2 Batterson Park Road, Farmington.
\nThe Greater Hartford chapter of RESOLVE, a national nonprofit resource for those facing the challenges of infertility, offers support, information and confidential, informal, peer-led discussions on the third Thursday of the month<\/a>. To learn more or to check for weather-related cancellation, call 860-523-8337.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, June 17, 2 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health, University Tower lobby
\n<\/strong>A representative will guide you<\/a> through labor and delivery, postpartum, and the nursery at the UConn John Dempsey Hospital. Children and grandparents are welcome. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nMonday, June 19<\/strong>, 8 to 9 a.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion
\nA registered dietitian leads a discussion for those with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. This program now is scheduled to meet the third Monday of the month<\/strong>. A physician\u2019s referral is required. Fee is $20. Call 860-679-3245 more information.<\/p>\n
\nMonday, June 19, 1 to 3 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 4th floor
\n\u201cLook Good\u2026Feel Better\u201d is a free program to help improve the self-image and self-esteem of women experiencing appearance-related side effects from cancer treatment. During this hands-on workshop, a trained volunteer certified cosmetologist will teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetic and skin care products donated by the cosmetic industry. Classes are offered every other month<\/a> and are not limited to UConn Health patients. Please call 860-679-7820 to register (required).<\/p>\n
\nMonday, June 26, 5 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
\nThe UConn Health Human Subjects Protection Office<\/a> offers an educational session about the rights and responsibilities of participants in research projects on the last Monday of the month<\/strong>. Registration is required: 860-679-8802 or cagganello@uchc.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nWednesday, June 28, noon to 1 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd floor
\n<\/strong>The UConn Health Stroke Center invites stroke survivors, families and caregivers to a monthly group meeting to discuss topics such as prevention, coping methods, support systems, rehabilitation tips, resources, and promoting independence. The Stroke Survivor Group generally meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month<\/strong>. Call 860-679-4846 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, July 1, noon to 1:30 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 2nd Floor, Large Conference Room S2010
\nThe Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, in partnership with the UConn Health Department of Neurology<\/a>, offers a support group for young adults who live with epilepsy. This group is open to those aged 18 to 30 who would like to join others to share experience, gain peer support, and learn together about epilepsy and overcoming its challenges to live well. The group generally meets on the first Saturday of the month<\/strong>. Please call 860-346-1924 or email manzelone.efct@sbcglobal.net<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, July 1, 2 to 3 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
\n<\/strong>Patients, family members and caregivers (not limited to UConn Health patients) are invited to join others whose lives have been touched by bladder cancer. This support group, established in partnership with the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, usually meets on the first Saturday of the month<\/strong> and is the only group of its kind in New England. Call 888-901-BCAN for more information.<\/p>\n
\nWednesday, July 5, 6 to 10 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd floor conference room S3301
\n<\/strong>This one-day class<\/a> covers anatomy and physiology of pregnancy and labor, emotions of pregnancy, nutrition, fetal growth and development, comfort measures for labor, working with unexpected events in labor, cesarean delivery, and practice of relaxation and breathing techniques for labor. Class size is limited to eight couples. Remember to bring two pillows and wear comfortable clothing. Light snack is provided. Fee is $100. Call 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nWednesday, July 5, 6:30 to 8 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 2nd Floor, Large Conference Room S2010
\nThe UConn Health Department of Neurology<\/a> invites those with epilepsy to a monthly group meeting surrounding life with epilepsy. Discussion topics include coping methods, support systems, and resources. The group generally meets on the first Wednesday of the month<\/strong>. Please call 860-679-3186 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, July 6, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
\n<\/strong>This is a support group intended for women under the age of 45 who\u2019ve been diagnosed with non-metastatic breast cancer. Women at any point in their cancer survivorship journey are welcome. Meetings are the first and third Thursday of the month<\/strong>. To register or more information, call 860.679.7820 or email tillinghast@uchc.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, July 8, 2 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health, University Tower lobby
\n<\/strong>A representative will guide you<\/a> through labor and delivery, postpartum, and the nursery at the UConn John Dempsey Hospital. Children and grandparents are welcome. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nWednesday, July 12, 7 to 9 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd floor conference room S3301
\n<\/strong>A certified lactation consultant leads a discussion of topics<\/a> including the benefits of breast-feeding, how to get started, and how the rest of the family can help the breast-feeding mother as well as how to continue breast-feeding and working. Fee is $25 per couple. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n