Free to women who experience a suspicious mammogram and/ or ultrasound reading. The Patient Navigator helps guide women from the suspicious reading to a definitive diagnosis in the shortest amount of time possible to facilitate more efficient access and guidance to breast health care services and information. Services include assistance with referrals to local resources and social support; assistance with appointments; educational support; and, one-onone meetings. Call Joyce Kuusela, RN, at 860-425-3870, or Theresa Thackston at 860-425-3809 for more information.
Free blood pressure screening on the third Wednesday of each month.
■ Wednesday, Jan. 18
■ 1 - 2 p.m.
■ Backus front lobby conference room 3
Program free; no registration required.
Dicussing the importance of having
a “medical home,” obtaining a
physician
and how to
talk with your
doctor about
the things
that matter
most to you.
An Access
to Care specialist
will also
be available
to discuss
obtaining medical coverage.
■ Thursday, Jan. 19
■ 6:30 - 8 p.m.
■ Plainfield Recreation Center, 482
Norwich Ave, Plainfield
Program free but registration
required. Call 860-889-8331, ext.
6381 to register.
Gain a greater understanding of the components of diabetes selfcare management. This program includes an initial assessment by Certified Diabetes Educators, a Registered Nurse and a Clinical Dietitian. Provider referral required. Program free but registration required. Call the Diabetes Center at 860-892-6906 and select the Patient Education Classes prompt for more information.
Using Guided Imagery and relaxation
have been shown to help
people feel calmer before surgery,
have less pain after surgery and
recover more quickly. The techniques
are also helpful for many
other procedures to help lessen
anxiety. The patient will receive
a book, CD and a 90-minute
instructional class. Ideally the class
is taken 1-3 weeks prior to surgery.
A friend or family member may
accompany the patient. Instructor:
Paula Novak, RN, Certified Healing
Touch Practitioner.
■ Wednesdays, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25 and by appointment
■ 2 - 3:30 p.m.
■ Backus Outpatient Care Center, 111 Salem Turnpike, Norwich
There is a $20 materials fee for a
CD (and optional $15 book fee) for
this program and registration is
required. Call CHI at 860-425-3877
to register or for more information.
A pre-op program for children,
ages 18 and under, and their
parents, to help prepare for an
upcoming surgery.
■ Friday, Jan. 6
■ 4:30 p.m.
■ Backus Hospital Same Day Surgery waiting area
■ Saturday, Jan. 21
■ 10 a.m.
■ Backus Hospital Same Day Surgery waiting area
Program free but registration
required. Call 860-823-6328 for
more information.
Learn what to expect from your
joint replacement surgery — preparatory
measures, the procedure,
rehabilitation, and other issues.
Includes demonstrations from
physical therapists.
■ Wednesdays, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25
■ 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
■ Backus Outpatient Care Center, 111 Salem Turnpike, Norwich.
Program free but registration
required. Call 860-823-6533 for
more information.
Backus patients scheduled for
surgery can learn what to expect
from spinal fusion surgery — preparatory
measures, the procedure,
rehabilitation, and other issues.
■ Wednesdays, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25
■ 9 - 11 a.m.
■ Backus Outpatient Care Center, 111 Salem Tpke., Norwich
Program free but registration
required. Call 860-823-6533 for
more information.