UConn Health December 2019 Programs, Events
Here is a list of UConn Health programs scheduled for December 2019 and early January 2020. This information will be updated with any additions or other schedule changes. (Last updated 12/16)
Auxiliary Holiday Bazaar and Basket Raffle
Friday, Dec. 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., UConn Health, main building, cafeteria
The UConn Health Auxiliary’s annual winter holiday shopping event includes local crafters and artists offering unique holiday gift ideas, including, home décor and personalized ornaments. At 3 p.m., the winners will be drawn for the popular raffle of gift baskets created and donated by UConn Health employees. For more information please call 860-679-2963.
Living Well With Epilepsy: A Support Group for Young Adults
Saturday, Dec. 7, noon to 1:30 p.m., UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
The Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, in partnership with the UConn Health Department of Neurology, 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. Please email monica@epilepsyct.com for more information.
Bladder Cancer Support Group
Saturday, Dec. 7, 2 to 3 p.m., UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
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 month, UConn Health’s oncology dietitian joins as a guest speaker. This support group, established in partnership with the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, usually meets on the first Saturday of the month and is the only group of its kind in New England. Call 888-901-BCAN for more information.
Breastfeeding Class
Wednesday, Dec. 10, 6 to 8 p.m., UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining room
A certified lactation consultant leads a discussion of topics including the benefits of breastfeeding, how to get started, and how the rest of the family can help the breastfeeding mother as well as how to continue breastfeeding and working. Fee is $25 per couple. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2 to 3 p.m., UConn Health, Outpatient Pavilion, 3 East conference room
This free new support group is for multiple sclerosis patients and their families to connect with peers and learn about available resources. Examples of discussion topics include MS disease overview, disease-modifying therapies, coping methods, support systems, guest speakers and resources, and caregiver support. It meets the second Wednesday of the month. For more information, please call Kim Fofana, 860-679-4888.
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
Thursday, Dec. 12, 3 p.m., UConn Health, Outpatient Pavilion 3rd floor conference room
This free new support group is for patients with head or neck cancers and their families. It meets the second Thursday of the month. Please RSVP to Marie Ziello, 860-480-7963.
Walk With a (Future) Doc
Saturday, Dec. 14, 9 a.m., Elizabeth Park, West Hartford.
UConn School of Medicine students have started their own chapter of the national Walk With a Doc program. On the second and fourth Saturday of the month, a group of medical students and a UConn Health physician meet for an hour-long walk-and-talk, offering some physical activity and some healthy tips from physicians of today and tomorrow. For more information, visit facebook.com/WWAFDUCONN/ or email wwafduconn@gmail.com
Childbirth Preparation Class
Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., UConn Health Outpatient Pavilion, 3rd floor large conference room S3301
This one-day class 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.
Free Hospital Maternity Tours
Saturday, Dec. 14, 2 p.m., UConn Health, University Tower lobby
A representative will guide you 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.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Thursday, Dec. 19, 7 to 8 p.m., UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
This is a support group intended for women under the age of 45 who’ve been diagnosed with non-metastatic breast cancer. Women at any point in their cancer survivorship journey are welcome. Meetings are now the third Thursday of the month. To register or more information, call 860-679-7820 or email tillinghast@uchc.edu.
Infertility Peer Support Group
Thursday, Dec. 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Center for Advanced Reproductive Services, 2 Batterson Park Road, Farmington
The 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. To learn more or to check for weather-related cancellation, call 860-523-8337.
(Updated with location change 12/16)
Walk With a (Future) Doc
Saturday, Dec. 28, 9 a.m., Westfarms, Farmington (California Pizza Kitchen entrance)
UConn School of Medicine students have started their own chapter of the national Walk With a Doc program. On the second and fourth Saturday of the month, a group of medical students and a UConn Health physician meet for an hour-long walk-and-talk, offering some physical activity and some healthy tips from physicians of today and tomorrow. For more information, visit facebook.com/WWAFDUCONN/ or email kwarko@uchc.edu.
Free Hospital Maternity Tours
Saturday, Dec. 28, 2 p.m., UConn Health, University Tower lobby
A representative will guide you 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.
(Removed 12/5)
Living Well With Epilepsy: A Support Group for Young Adults
Saturday, Jan. 4, noon to 1:30 p.m., UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
The Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, in partnership with the UConn Health Department of Neurology, 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. Please email monica@epilepsyct.com for more information.
Bladder Cancer Support Group
Saturday, Jan. 4, 2 to 3 p.m., UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
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 and is the only group of its kind in New England. Call 888-901-BCAN for more information.
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2 to 3 p.m., UConn Health, Outpatient Pavilion, 3 East conference room
This free new support group is for multiple sclerosis patients and their families to connect with peers and learn about available resources. Examples of discussion topics include MS disease overview, disease-modifying therapies, coping methods, support systems, guest speakers and resources, and caregiver support. It meets the second Wednesday of the month. For more information, please call Kim Fofana, 860-679-4888.
Breastfeeding Class
Wednesday, Jan. 8, 6 to 8 p.m., UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining room
A certified lactation consultant leads a discussion of topics including the benefits of breastfeeding, how to get started, and how the rest of the family can help the breastfeeding mother as well as how to continue breastfeeding and working. Fee is $25 per couple. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
Thursday, Jan. 9, 3 p.m., UConn Health, Outpatient Pavilion 3rd floor conference room
This free new support group is for patients with head or neck cancers and their families. It meets the second Thursday of the month. Please RSVP to Marie Ziello, 860-480-7963.
(Updated with location change 12/16)
Walk With a (Future) Doc
Saturday, Jan. 11, 9 a.m., Westfarms, Farmington (California Pizza Kitchen entrance)
UConn School of Medicine students have started their own chapter of the national Walk With a Doc program. On the second and fourth Saturday of the month, a group of medical students and a UConn Health physician meet for an hour-long walk-and-talk, offering some physical activity and some healthy tips from physicians of today and tomorrow. For more information, visit facebook.com/WWAFDUCONN/ or email kwarko@uchc.edu.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Thursday, Jan. 16, 7 to 8 p.m., UConn Health, Onyiuke Dining Room
This is a support group intended for women under the age of 45 who’ve been diagnosed with non-metastatic breast cancer. Women at any point in their cancer survivorship journey are welcome. Meetings are now the third Thursday of the month. To register or more information, call 860-679-7820 or email tillinghast@uchc.edu.
Infertility Peer Support Group
Thursday, Jan. 16, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Center for Advanced Reproductive Services, 2 Batterson Park Road, Farmington.
The 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. To learn more or to check for weather-related cancellation, call 860-523-8337.
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