Community Health Education Classes
At the Center for Population Health, we understand that traveling to attend a training or class held at Cheshire Medical Center can be a challenge for many people in our region. To help, many of our offerings are available on-demand, held at alternate locations throughout the region and offered "on-the-go," where the training comes to you.
Recurring Classes and Programs
- At-Home Ergonomics: Do you experience pain or stiffness after a long day of work? In this on-demand course, participants will learn the basics of anatomy, proper ergonomics, prevention tips, information about equipment and at-home hacks for creating a more comfortable and ergonomically friendly workstation.
- Chair Yoga: This gentle yoga class is designed to accommodate individuals of all ages and fitness levels. Participants have the option to sit comfortably in a chair or stand while using a chair for support, making it accessible for those with mobility challenges. Participants will engage in various poses that promote relaxation, reduce stress and enhance overall well-being.
- Mind Full to Mindful: This eight-week on-demand program provides guided lessons from a trained instructor, mindfulness prompts and exercises, all easily accessed in an online course format. Participants can expect to feel more emotionally and physically resilient, as well as more in control of their thoughts and emotions, after completing this course.
- Senior Sneakers: Senior Sneakers is a fun and uplifting class that aims to enhance physical and emotional well-being through gentle weight-bearing exercises. No previous experience is needed to join.
If you are interested in Community Health Education Classes, contact Community Health Education Coordinator Maria Lussier at mlussier@cheshire-med.com or by calling 603-354-5454 ext. 2331.
"On-The-Go" Trainings
CPH is delivering various training sessions directly to community organizations at convenient times and locations. These are our current offerings for on-the-go trainings:
- Hands-Only CPR: On-site, hands-only CPR training ensures all employees are prepared for potential emergencies. This training can be scheduled on a "rolling basis" or as a "mini-session" in just 20 minutes.
- Mock Teen Bedroom: This interactive demonstration provides parents, educators and caregivers with increased awareness of trends in substance use to better understand how to address and process the discovery of substance use.
- NARCAN Training: This interactive 30-minute training teaches participants how to quickly recognize an opiate/opioid overdose, properly administer NARCAN and offers an in-depth discussion about stigma and the disease of addiction.
- NaloxBox: If your facility has emergency supplies such as a first-aid kit, fire extinguishers or an electronic defibrillator, consider adding a NaloxBox for opiate/opioid overdose emergencies.
- Resource Fair: Does your organization or school frequently hold resource fairs for employees or students? We are pleased to offer support with an onsite well-being representative.
- Stop The Bleed: In this course, participants will learn how to apply pressure to a wound using their hands, pack a wound, and apply a tourniquet correctly.
If you are interested in “On-The-Go” trainings, contact Program Assistant Kerry Kelley at 603-762-1340 or Continuum of Care Facilitator John Letendre at 603-354-5454 ext. 2378.
Certification Courses
- Babysitting Certification: This comprehensive four-hour course is specifically designed for young individuals ages 12 to 17. The course offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on experience that helps students feel more confident and well-prepared to take on the various responsibilities or caring for children. No previous courses or experience is needed.
- CPR Certification: This course teaches participants the essential skills that can save a life, covering chest compressions, rescue breathing, AED use and handling choking emergencies. Participants will also learn about respiratory and cardiac systems, recognizing cardiac arrest and assessing unresponsive individuals.
If you are interested in Certification Courses, contact Community Health Education Coordinator Maria Lussier at mlussier@cheshire-med.com or by calling 603-354-5454 ext. 2331.
Schools & Youth
The Center for Population Health takes pride in our comprehensive school and youth offerings that span the Monadnock Region and beyond. Through these offerings, we have helped aid teachers, school administrators and organization leaders in creating a healthy, safe and supportive environment where youth can thrive.
Wellpowered Schools
Through a free Wellpowered Schools membership, your school will gain access to a wide range of resources and opportunities to help your school shine. Your membership includes:
- Personal wellness advisor
- Grant opportunities
- Wellness week programming
- Character calendar programming
- On-site trainings
- Wellpowered annual wellness assessment tool
- Priority access to all offerings
If you are interested in a no-cost Wellpowered Schools membership, contact our Senior Population Health Coordinator Marissa Mannion-King at mmannion-king@cheshire-med.com or by calling 603-354-5454 ext. 2331.
PreVenture
PreVenture is an evidence-based prevention program that utilizes brief personality-focused workshops to enhance mental health and reduce the potential of substance use among people. The program aims to empower youth with self-efficacy and cognitive behavioral skills to assist them in managing various developmental changes, including academic stress, peer pressure and identity development.
The Center for Population Health is offering this program to schools and select youth-focused organizations at no cost. This includes a staff facilitator training, course materials and all student materials.
If you want to bring PreVenture to your organization, contact our Senior Population Health Coordinator Marissa Mannion-King at mmannion-king@cheshire-med.com or by calling 603-354-5454 ext. 2331.
Read A Marathon
Every January, the Center for Population Health challenges area youth to complete a marathon — a reading marathon, that is.
The Read A Marathon program has encouraged reading among area youth for almost a decade and has become a successful strategy to increase equitable access to books and promote youth well-being literacy. Each student participating in the program will receive a race-themed reading tracker and tracking stickers to tick off each mile they "run" when they complete a book. "Runners" who complete the marathon will receive certificates of completion and a Read A Marathon Brag Tag.
If you want your organization to participate in Read A Marathon, contact our Senior Population Health Coordinator Marissa Mannion-King at mmannion-king@cheshire-med.com or by calling 603-354-5454 ext. 2331.
Businesses & Organizations
Are you looking for ways to enhance your organization's culture and improve the well-being of your employees? The Center for Population Health has been assisting local organizations in doing just that for over a decade. At no cost, we offer exclusive access to science-backed health and well-being initiatives, perspective-shifting trainings and an employee wellness program.
Wellpowered Worksites
For more than a decade, our flagship community program, Wellpowered Worksites, has been helping local organizations improve employee health and well-being.
Through a free Wellpowered Worksites membership, your organization will gain access to a wide range of resources and opportunities to help your business thrive. Your membership includes:
- Personal wellness advisor
- Grant opportunities
- Occupational therapy consultation
- On-site trainings
- Wellness Council of America employee newsletter
- Wellpowered annual wellness assessment tool
- Priority access to all offerings
If you are interested in a no-cost Wellpowered Worksite membership, contact our Senior Population Health Coordinator Sara Fisher at sfisher@cheshire-med.com or by calling 603-354-5454 ext. 2331.
Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) Training
Ensuring safety in the workplace is a fundamental right for all individuals, encompassing physical, emotional and physiological well-being. Our Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training is designed to empower individuals with the skills they need to address potential workplace challenges effectively. Join us as Cheshire Medical Center's security officers and MOAB trainers demonstrate techniques and answer your questions about dealing with upset people, managing the situation if the interaction goes wrong and protecting yourself.
If you are interested in a MOAB training, contact our Senior Population Health Coordinator Sara Fisher at sfisher@cheshire-med.com or by calling 603-354-5454 ext. 2331.
Inclusive Leadership Training
DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) has become a cultural initiative crucial for any organization to thrive in the 21st century. Jermaine Moore — founder of The Mars Hill Group and national DEIB facilitator — will guide participants through this three-hour Inclusive Leadership training, while also providing opportunities for participants to engage in meaningful conversations with other working professionals from our community. We invite you to join our next training as we continue to work to build a brighter, more inclusive future for everyone in our community.
If you are interested in an Inclusive Leadership Training, contact our Senior Population Health Coordinator Sara Fisher at sfisher@cheshire-med.com or by calling 603-354-5454 ext. 2331.
*Some of these CPH offerings were made possible by grant funding
More community programs can be found here.