Dads Support Group
This group's aim is to support new dads and partners in their fatherhood journey. Both facilitators are fathers themselves and are eager to share insight and listen to any concerns or triumphs that you would like to share. Even if just for some humorous camaraderie with others going through similar situations, this group hopes to meet the needs of new and experienced fathers alike. Please note: this group is not a substitution for medical advice or mental health treatment.
Meets:
First Tuesday of every month from 8:00pm-9:00pm via Zoom
Facilitated by: Justin Sloane, MD, FACOG, FCPP – Attending Physician at Penn ObGyn Chester County , Matt Leocha, DPT, NTMTC II – Neonatal Intensive Care Physical Therapist at Chester County Hospital, Fee: FREE!
***************************, To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Sign Up here online.
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Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Blood Pressure Screening - Kennett Area YMCA
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Kennett Area YMCA on the first Wednesday of every month from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Kennett Area YMCA
101 Race Street
Kennett Square, PA 19348.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pre-Surgery Joint Replacement Education Class
Facing a knee or hip replacement can be a daunting task that many would like to put off, sometimes indefinitely. But we have found that the more our patients know about the preparation for surgery, hospitalization and recovery, the more comfortable they are about the procedure. And their outcomes are usually better, too. Therefore, we assembled a team of experts who have thoughtfully created services, educational materials and special amenities to make the joint replacement procedure as smooth as possible. Often our patients' only regret is that they didn't have the procedure sooner.
This class is held the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon and third Wednesday of each month at 4PM. View Our Joint Replacement Videos: Pre-Surgery Through Discharge , Inpatient and Outpatient Physical Therapy , Home Care, Registration Required: Register online or by phone at 610-738-2300.
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PLEASE NOTE: This class will be a virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.…
Address Building/Floor: Virtual. Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Orthopaedics.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Diabetes Basics
This four-week educational program (one class per week) is for individuals with newly diagnosed or uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes. Teachings review basic diabetes management principles and include the following ADCES7 self-care behaviors: Healthy eating , Being active , Monitoring , Taking medication , Problem solving , Reducing risks , Healthy coping, Hear from some of our Basics class participants: "Virtual class very convenient, easily accessible, would recommend this option again in the future!" , "Telemedicine is the future. Would recommend this!" , "Second time around with class, keeps getting better! Thank you!" , "Great program. Well put together and very informative!" Most services are covered by insurance. All patients much have a prescription from their doctor to receive diabetes education services.
Classes are held at Chester County Hospital in West Chester, PA.
Dates: July 2, 2025 , July 9 2025 , July 16, 2025 , July 23, 2025, Registration is required. Please call 610-738-2835
PLEASE NOTE: …
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: Billed to insurance (patient to obtain prescription from doctor). Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wellness Classroom, Suite 104-8
606 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(Across the street from the Hospital).
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Prepared Childbirth: Four-Week Series
This four week series is offered once a week for 2 ½ hours. The goal of the class is to provide valuable tools to expectant parents in preparation for the birth experience. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Fee: $95.00/couple
Additional Information: If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610-738-2300 to find out how you can determine if…
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Postpartum Adjustment Class
This class is designed to give parents an idea of what life is really like at home after you have a baby. Content covers physical recovery, emotional wellness, coping with sleep deprivation and crying baby, self-care, and nurturing relationship with your partner. Facilitator is an RN, with a maternal mental health certification. Ideally taken prenatally; postpartum parents welcome as well.
Registration is Required. Please call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Special Instructions: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: $25 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Lunch & Learn: Urinary Incontinence
Do you have urinary leakage, abdominal pain, constipation, pelvic pain, trouble with intercourse, are pregnant, are postpartum, have diastasis recti, or don't "feel right down there" anymore? The list could go on and on! Have you been told you need pelvic floor PT? Pelvic PT may be the next step for your recovery! Join us for a session learning what pelvic floor physical therapy is and how it can help you with these problems and more!
Presenter: Meghan Zimmerman, PT, DPT, Fee: FREE!
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Women's Health.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Blood Pressure Screening - BVAA Downingtown
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Downingtown Campus on the second Tuesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brandywine Valley Active Aging - Downingtown Campus
Brandywine Grace Church
40 West Pennsylvania Avenue
Downingtown, PA 19335.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Insulin Management of Diabetes Support Group
This bimonthly support group is for people using intensive insulin management to manage their diabetes through the use of two or more insulin injections a day, or insulin pump therapy.
Individuals are invited to come and share their successes and challenges in the day-to-day management of diabetes with the added complexity of insulin therapy. Family members are always welcome to attend for support. We will have discussions as well as insulin and diabetes technology updates and other related topics.
Meetings are held the second Tuesday bimonthly from 6:00pm – 7:00pm and are currently virtual due to COVID-19. We will plan to meet in person in the Wellness Classroom once Penn Medicine returns to in person group meetings.
Date:
Meets Every Other Month
This Month's Topic: Ready for Anything: Your Guide to Emergency Preparedness, Presenters: Robyn Slater, MPH and Chad Thomas, MPH, PMP, This is a FREE Program. Registration is Required. Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE EVENT!
Blood Pressure Screening - Jennersville YMCA
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Jennersville YMCA from 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Jennersville YMCA
880 West Baltimore Pike
West Grove, PA 19390.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Nutrition Matters Lunch and Learn
Informative lunch-time nutrition talks led by registered dietitians.
Topic: Carb Confusion: Debunking Myths About Carbohydrates, Presenter: Jess Wilson, Fee: FREE!
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Revirtiendo la Prediabetes
Más de 98 millones de americanos tienen la prediabetes. Este programa de hora y media le ensenará cómo cambiar su estilo de vida y disminuir el riesgo de desarrollar la diabetes tipo 2.
Fecha y hora: jueves, 10 de julio de 2025 de 12:00 PM a 1:00 PM.
GRATIS
SE REQUIERE REGISTRO. Para inscribirse u obtener más información, comuníquese con Chad Thomas a chad.thomas@pennmedicine.upenn.edu o llame al 610.738.2542.
Los inscritos recibirán un enlace directo por correo electrónico para unirse a la clase además de las instrucciones de cómo descargar y participar a través de la plataforma virtual. Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de hacer preguntas por la función del videocámara, del micrófono o del chat de sus computadores u otros dispositivos inteligentes. Mas Informacion! >.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
CLASES DE BIENESTAR VIRTUALES!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Living With Heart Failure Support Group (VIRTUAL and IN-PERSON)
Open to all heart failure patients and caregivers who deal with this challenging chronic disease. Our Heart Failure Team shares information to help you manage symptoms, avoid hospitalizations, live a fuller life, and understand health conditions common to people with heart failure. Speakers are selected to meet the diverse needs of the group.
Registration is required for this event.
Time:
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
This Meeting's Topic: Julie Alliger, RD, CDCES, Speaker: The Stress and Hunger Connection
This program, organized by the Heart Failure Team, includes educational presentations by healthcare professionals, and provides support and camaraderie for people living with chronic heart failure. For more information, contact Rebecca Mountain DNP, RN at (610) 738-2583.
This is a FREE Program.
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PLEASE NOTE: This day's support group session will be a live in-person AND a virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Reversing Prediabetes
It is estimated that 98 million adult Americans have prediabetes. Come to this 90 minute program to learn more about prediabetes and to get the tools you need to change your lifestyle and reduce your risk of getting Type 2 diabetes.
Registration is Required. Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation.
Got Questions? diabetes@uphs.upenn.edu.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Newborn Care
This is a 2 session class. Class 1 covers pediatrician information and infant care techniques such as bathing, diapering, dressing and soothing. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practices with dolls. Class 2 focuses on infant safety, safe sleep, car seats, and infant CPR overview.
If only one parent is attending, you can bring along one grandparent as a support person.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom from your car.
Two Consecutive Wednesday Sessions:
Session 1 is July 10 from 6:15PM-9:00PM
Session 2 is July 17 from 6:15PM-9:00PM
Fee: $60.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Additional Information
If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610-738-2300 to find out how you can determine if you qualify for financial assistance.
If you are on a Medical…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby conf. room. Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: $60 per couple; $10 per grandparent. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 6:15 PM – 9:00 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Moms Supporting Moms
This support group encourages timely and appropriate conversations about motherhood and your feelings as a parent. Facilitated by a Chester County Hospital RN and Maternal Mental Health Specialist, this group provides moms an opportunity to meet other new moms, share ideas and experiences, and to be part of a caring network of support.
We invite you to express your joys and fears of caring for your newborn and raising a family, while offering ideas for how to take care of your emotional health, too. Your children and mom-friends are all welcome.
Topics will include: How to ask for help. , Feelings of anxiety/depression. , Changes in appetite. , Changes in sleep patterns. Facilitated by:
Mitzy Liriano, BSN, MS
Maternal Mental Health Specialist
Lissette.Liriano@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, ***************************, To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Sign Up here online.
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Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prepared Childbirth: One-Day Class
This weekend class is intended for busy couples that wish the condensed version of the four week series. All the critical information to prepare for childbirth is taught in an accelerated fashion. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON, one-day class: Location: Main Lobby Conference Room at Chester County Hospital
Additional Instructions: Masks are optional, but please do not come to class if you or your partner have any respiratory symptoms. Vaccination is preferred but not required. Couples should wear comfortable clothing.
Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom. Lunch will be on your own. There will be a 45-60 min lunch break. You may bring your own…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby Conference Room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Newborn Care
This is a 2 session class. Session 1 covers pediatrician information and infant care techniques such as bathing, diapering, dressing and soothing. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practices with dolls. Session 2 focuses on infant safety, safe sleep, car seats, and infant CPR overview.
If only one parent is attending, one grandparent can come along as a support person.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom from your car.
Two Sessions (with Lunch Break In-Between):
Session 1 is from 9:15AM-12:00PM
Session 2 is from 1:00PM-3:30PM
Fee: $60.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Additional Information:
If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610.738.2300 to find out how you can determine if you qualify for financial assistance.
If you are on a Medical Assistance…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby conf. room. Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: $60 per couple; $10 per grandparent. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Sunday, July 13, 2025, 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Struggles and Solutions
Lifestyle Change for a Healthier Future! Struggles and Solutions is a group lifestyle coaching program. We all want to be healthier and have a healthy lifestyle, but where do we start and how can we be successful? Even if we know what we should be doing, it can be difficult to make those changes.
Each month, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will lead a discussion on an interesting, timely and immediately useful topic about food, activity, stress and wellness. Let us help you get motivated, break down barriers, set goals and change your lifestyle. If you have STRUGGLES we can help you find SOLUTIONS.
We're here every month, but come as often as you'd like. Grab a friend and join us.
Fee: FREE
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
UNITE Support Group
UNITE recognizes that parents need to grieve following the death of their baby, through emotional support and parent–to–parent sharing on issues related to their loss.
UNITE invites anyone who has experienced a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, or infant death to attend our free monthly support group.
The group is guided by trained facilitators. Please note that the meetings are not Group Therapy Sessions, but Peer Support Groups. If additional professional support is needed, UNITE can offer referrals.
Meetings are held VIRTUALLY via Zoom and meet on the Second Monday of Each Month, 7:00pm – 8:30pm.
Pre-Registration:
Please pre-register on the UNITE website or by calling the number below. A UNITE facilitator will contact you prior to your attendance. Website: www.unitegriefsupport.org , Phone: 1-484-758-0002 ***************************
Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Blood Pressure Screening - Chester County Hospital
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at Chester County Hospital on the third Tuesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital -- Main Lobby
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Intensive Insulin Management
This four-week program (one class per week) is specifically designed for individuals with Type I or Type 2 Diabetes on multiple daily injections of insulin, or who are on an insulin pump. Throughout this program participants will learn to minimize the high and low blood sugar readings often associated with insulin requiring diabetes. Individuals will learn how to match insulin to food intake, allowing for better glucose control with greater flexibility. Participants currently on multiple daily injections may choose to go onto an insulin pump after successful completion of this program. Teachings consist of the following: Intensive insulin management principles, including basal/bolus concept, and the proper treatment of low and high blood sugars , Basic and advanced carbohydrate counting , The use of insulin to carbohydrate ratios for matching insulin to food , The use of a correction factor or sensitivity to correct high glucose values , Prevention of diabetes-related complications , Ongoing communication…
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: Bill to insurance (patient to obtain prescription from doctor). Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wellness Classroom, Suite 104-8
606 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(Across the street from the Hospital).
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Blood Pressure Screening - BVAA Coatesville
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Coatesville Campus on the third Wednesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Coatesville Campus
250 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Coatesville, PA 19320.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pre-Surgery Joint Replacement Education Class
Facing a knee or hip replacement can be a daunting task that many would like to put off, sometimes indefinitely. But we have found that the more our patients know about the preparation for surgery, hospitalization and recovery, the more comfortable they are about the procedure. And their outcomes are usually better, too. Therefore, we assembled a team of experts who have thoughtfully created services, educational materials and special amenities to make the joint replacement procedure as smooth as possible. Often our patients' only regret is that they didn't have the procedure sooner.
This class is held the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon and third Wednesday of each month at 4PM. View Our Joint Replacement Videos: Pre-Surgery Through Discharge , Inpatient and Outpatient Physical Therapy , Home Care, Registration Required: Register online or by phone at 610-738-2300.
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PLEASE NOTE: This class will be a live, virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS…
Address Building/Floor: Virtual. Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Orthopaedics.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Are Ultra-Processed Foods Addictive?
This enlightening program investigates the addictive qualities of ultra-processed foods, exploring how their engineered flavors and ingredients can impact brain chemistry and influence eating behaviors. The presentation reviews scientific research to reveal the potential health implications and offers guidance on identifying and managing consumption of these pervasive food items.
Fee: FREE
Presenter: Julie Alliger, RD, CDCES
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PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
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Type of Event: Virtual Online Event. Class. Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
ICD Support Group
Do you or a loved one have an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)? Would you like to talk with others who are learning to live with this life-saving device? Join the Electrophysiology team for a virtual informative session about ICDs.
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Topic: Self Care: Living Well with Your ICD, Presenter: TBD, Registration is Required:
Please call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Maternity Unit Tour
Our maternity tours offer prospective parents information about our labor and delivery unit, newborn nursery, maternity unit, and neonatal intensive care unit. Ample time is available to answer questions regarding the Hospital's policies and procedures. Tours are free and are offered three times per month. (Please Note: This tour is included with the Prepared Childbirth One-Day and Four-Week Series.)
Only 1 registration needed per couple.
Fee: Free
Registration: Online or By Phone at 610-738-2300, ****PLEASE NOTE****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Open House. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, July 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Maternity Unit Tour
Our maternity tours offer prospective parents information about our labor and delivery unit, newborn nursery, maternity unit, and neonatal intensive care unit. Ample time is available to answer questions regarding the Hospital's policies and procedures. Tours are free and are offered three times per month. (Please Note: This tour is included with the Prepared Childbirth One-Day and Four-Week Series.)
Only 1 registration needed per couple.
Fee: Free
Registration: Online or By Phone at 610-738-2300, ****PLEASE NOTE****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Open House. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Sunday, July 20, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Breastfeeding Support Group
We are proud to offer a FREE support group for breastfeeding parents. You will be able to talk with other parents, share your breastfeeding experiences in a non-judgmental environment, and check your baby's weight on the scale we provide. Our board-certified Lactation Consultants can provide personalized support and care including information about: Basic breastfeeding, positioning and latching , Troubleshooting breastfeeding difficulties that may arise , Breastfeeding multiples , Continuing breastfeeding as you return to work or school, ***************************
PLEASE NOTE: This day's support group session will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
To Register: Call…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Trauma y Resiliencia: Una Introducción
¿Cómo pueden las experiencias adversas en la infancia afectar a nuestra salud para toda la vida? Este entrenamiento provee información sobre las Experiencias Adversas en la Infancia (ACEs por sus siglas en inglés) y cómo trauma y el estrés tóxico pueden afectar a nuestra salud, bienestar, comportamientos, y desarrollo del cerebro. ¡Hay esperanza! Les presentaremos un resumen de la investigación enfocada a la prevención de ACEs y trauma y estrategias que pueden ayudar en forjar resiliencia.
Presentadore:
Chad Thomas, MPH, PMP
Costo: Gratis
SE REQUIERE REGISTRO. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Chad Thomas a chad.thomas@pennmedicine.upenn.edu o llame al 610.738.2542.
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
St. Agnes Parish
233 West Gay Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Diabetes Support Group
This monthly support group is for individuals living with the day-to-day challenges of diabetes. You and your family members can join us for ongoing support, share your experience with others, and receive updates in diabetes management.
Date:
Fourth Tuesday of Every Month
Today's Topic: Healthy Choices for Blood Sugar Control, Presenter: Jessica Wilson, MA, RD, CDCES, This is a FREE Program. Registration is Required. Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE EVENT!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Age-Related Vision Loss
The leading causes of blindness and low-vision in the United States are age-related, and include cataracts, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. Learn about the symptoms, screenings and treatments for these common disorders from a local renowned ophthalmologist.
Fee: FREE
Presenter: A. Vijay Mudgil, MD
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PLEASE NOTE: This will be a live, virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
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Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Physician Presentations. Senior Health.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Minority Mental Health: Discussions on Healing
This physician-led, multidisciplinary, event is about helping people learn and understand the challenges that Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) face. Join us to explore why there are differences in mental health for these communities and the special struggles they deal with, such as racism, trauma passed down through generations, and cultural beliefs that make it hard to talk about mental health. This event will focus on the real experiences and voices of BIPOC individuals to have honest conversations about healing and finding strength. Experts in mental health and mindfulness will be there to share advice, resources, and support during these discussions. Light refreshments will be provided.
Fee: FREE
Presenters: Tiffany A. Cooke, MD, MBA, MA, CLC, FAAP , Christina Gamez, MSN, RN-BC, EBPC, HTCP , A representative from Union Behavioral Health
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PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County…
Type of Event: Virtual Online Event. Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder. Physician Presentations.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
Blood Pressure Screening - West Chester Area YMCA
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the West Chester Area YMCA on the fourth Thursday of every month from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
West Chester Area YMCA
605 Airport Road
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pumping and Returning to Work
This 90 minute class is designed for parents who have already attended the Prenatal Breastfeeding class and want more information on pumping breast milk and returning to work. Clients may attend the class prenatally (support person welcome) or in the first month postpartum (infants welcome).
Topics covered include: different types of breast pumps, insurance coverage for pumps, when to start pumping, milk storage guidelines, transitioning to a bottle, establishing a pumping schedule, and person's right to breastfeed in public and express breast milk while at work. Information on community resources for the support of continued breastfeeding will be given as well.
Fee: $25
Registration: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your…
Type of Event: Class. Fee: $25.00. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Childbirth Refresher
This one session class is offered for couples who have previously experienced the birth process and who would like a review tailored to their individual needs. This small group class includes a review of the stages of labor, role of the coach, breathing and relaxation techniques, medication options, and sibling adjustment.
A virtual tour of the maternity unit is included with this class.
Best Taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Couples should wear comfortable clothing to practice relaxation and breathing. Class will start promptly at the designated time.
Fee: $40.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accommodate children of any age or extended family members at any classes.
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This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prepared Childbirth: One-Day Class
This weekend class is intended for busy couples that wish the condensed version of the four week series. All the critical information to prepare for childbirth is taught in an accelerated fashion. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON, one-day class: Location: Main Lobby Conference Room at Chester County Hospital
Additional Instructions: Masks are optional, but please do not come to class if you or your partner have any respiratory symptoms. Vaccination is preferred but not required. Couples should wear comfortable clothing.
Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom. Lunch will be on your own. There will be a 45-60 min lunch break. You may bring your own…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby Conference Room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Bones and Joints: Wrist and Hand
THIS PRESENTATION: "Wrist and Hand"
The hand is made up of 27 bones including 14 "finger bones" (phalanges) connected by joints and ligaments, and the wrist is made up of eight small bones plus the ulna and radius of the forearm. Penn Medicine Orthopaedics will present the most common causes and remedies for hand and wrist problems.
Presenter: Amanda Antonini, MS, PA-C, Penn Medicine Orthopaedics, Fee: FREE
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
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PLEASE NOTE: This day's presentation will be a virtual, online presentation via Zoom. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Sign Up here online.
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Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Orthopaedics. Physician Presentations.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Hands-Only CPR + AED Training (IN PERSON)
Most Americans feel helpless during a cardiac emergency. Would you, a family member or friend know what to do if you saw some suddenly collapse? Increase your confidence and reduce your fears and hesitation during an emergency by being trained in Hands-Only CPR.
By learning Hands-Only CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) or CPR without mouth-to-mouth breathing, you can increase confidence and reduce hesitation in life-saving situations. This training also includes a demonstration on the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and education on early heart attack signs and symptoms.
This is a FREE event.
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be an IN-PERSON training. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you any additional details and instructions you need for the training. You will receive a confirmation and any final instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
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Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health. Lifestyle Medicine.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM.
Rhoads Building Auditorium
515 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(Next Door to Chester County Hospital).
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Stop Smoking Now!
This 6-week cessation program is for smokers, vapers, and chewing tobacco users. Program participants are provided information and support on behavior modification and relaxation techniques to help them develop and follow through on a plan to quit.
The class meets weekly to help you identify your vaping and tobacco-use triggers and deal with your withdrawal symptoms. The program includes a manual with information and strategies researched by the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association and the American Lung Association. FREE Nicotine Patches are available for participants upon request.
Individuals should begin to taper their vaping and tobacco use prior to the first day of class, and should plan to quit using between the 3rd and 5th week of class.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online program offered through Zoom. Individuals MUST have access to a dependable internet connection, a webcam and a printer to participate in this program. Registered participants will be emailed the Zoom…
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health. Lifestyle Medicine. Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prenatal Breastfeeding
This one session class is for pregnant parents who are interested in breastfeeding. The program provides practical information helpful in getting breastfeeding off to a successful start. Topics covered include factors impacting milk production, correct latch and positioning, feeding schedules, and problem solving for a successful breastfeeding experience.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy. Spouses/significant others are encouraged to attend.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE EVENT offered through Zoom. Instructions for accessing the class will be provided after you register.
Time: 6:30pm -9:00pm
Registration is Required. Please call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prepared Childbirth: One-Day Class
This weekend class is intended for busy couples that wish the condensed version of the four week series. All the critical information to prepare for childbirth is taught in an accelerated fashion. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON, one-day class: Location: Main Lobby Conference Room at Chester County Hospital
Additional Instructions: Masks are optional, but please do not come to class if you or your partner have any respiratory symptoms. Vaccination is preferred but not required. Couples should wear comfortable clothing.
Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom. Lunch will be on your own. There will be a 45-60 min lunch break. You may bring your own…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby Conference Room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Breastfeeding Support Group
We are proud to offer a FREE support group for breastfeeding parents. You will be able to talk with other parents, share your breastfeeding experiences in a non-judgmental environment, and check your baby's weight on the scale we provide. Our board-certified Lactation Consultants can provide personalized support and care including information about: Basic breastfeeding, positioning and latching , Troubleshooting breastfeeding difficulties that may arise , Breastfeeding multiples , Continuing breastfeeding as you return to work or school, ***************************
PLEASE NOTE: This day's support group session will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
To Register: Call…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prepared Childbirth: Four-Week Series
This four week series is offered once a week for 2 ½ hours. The goal of the class is to provide valuable tools to expectant parents in preparation for the birth experience. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Fee: $95.00/couple
Additional Information: If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610-738-2300 to find out how you can determine if…
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Dads Support Group
This group's aim is to support new dads and partners in their fatherhood journey. Both facilitators are fathers themselves and are eager to share insight and listen to any concerns or triumphs that you would like to share. Even if just for some humorous camaraderie with others going through similar situations, this group hopes to meet the needs of new and experienced fathers alike. Please note: this group is not a substitution for medical advice or mental health treatment.
Meets:
First Tuesday of every month from 8:00pm-9:00pm via Zoom
Facilitated by: Justin Sloane, MD, FACOG, FCPP – Attending Physician at Penn ObGyn Chester County , Matt Leocha, DPT, NTMTC II – Neonatal Intensive Care Physical Therapist at Chester County Hospital, Fee: FREE!
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Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Blood Pressure Screening - Kennett Area YMCA
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Kennett Area YMCA on the first Wednesday of every month from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Kennett Area YMCA
101 Race Street
Kennett Square, PA 19348.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pre-Surgery Joint Replacement Education Class
Facing a knee or hip replacement can be a daunting task that many would like to put off, sometimes indefinitely. But we have found that the more our patients know about the preparation for surgery, hospitalization and recovery, the more comfortable they are about the procedure. And their outcomes are usually better, too. Therefore, we assembled a team of experts who have thoughtfully created services, educational materials and special amenities to make the joint replacement procedure as smooth as possible. Often our patients' only regret is that they didn't have the procedure sooner.
This class is held the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon and third Wednesday of each month at 4PM. View Our Joint Replacement Videos: Pre-Surgery Through Discharge , Inpatient and Outpatient Physical Therapy , Home Care, Registration Required: Register online or by phone at 610-738-2300.
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PLEASE NOTE: This class will be a live, virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS…
Address Building/Floor: Virtual. Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Orthopaedics.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer): Suicide Prevention Training
Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicidal crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.
QPR is a nationally recognized suicide prevention training researched and developed by Paul Quinnett, PhD, a clinical psychologist and founder of the QPRInstitute, (www.qprinstitute.com). The program was created for every-day citizens, and requires no clinical training or education.
Upon completion of this class, participants are certified as Gatekeepers. These individuals may be parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, police officers, caseworkers, fire fighters, or most anyone in a position to recognize and refer someone at risk of suicide. Gatekeepers are trained to recognize warning signs of individuals who may be contemplating suicide. They help by following the simple QPR steps and by providing…
Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Newborn Care
This is a 2 session class. Class 1 covers pediatrician information and infant care techniques such as bathing, diapering, dressing and soothing. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practices with dolls. Class 2 focuses on infant safety, safe sleep, car seats, and infant CPR overview.
If only one parent is attending, one grandparent can come along as a support person.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom from your car.
Two Consecutive Wednesday Sessions:
Session 1 is August 6 from 6:15PM-9:00PM
Session 2 is August 13 from 6:15PM-9:00PM
Fee: $60.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Additional Information
If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610.738.2300 to find out how you can determine if you qualify for financial assistance.
If you are on a Medical…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby conf. room. Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: $60 per couple; $10 per grandparent. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:15 PM – 9:00 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Maternity Unit Tour
Our maternity tours offer prospective parents information about our labor and delivery unit, newborn nursery, maternity unit, and neonatal intensive care unit. Ample time is available to answer questions regarding the Hospital's policies and procedures. Tours are free and are offered three times per month. (Please Note: This tour is included with the Prepared Childbirth One-Day and Four-Week Series.)
Only 1 registration needed per couple.
Fee: Free
Registration: Online or By Phone at 610-738-2300, ****PLEASE NOTE****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Open House. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Postpartum Adjustment Class
This class is designed to give parents an idea of what life is really like at home after you have a baby. Content covers physical recovery, emotional wellness, coping with sleep deprivation and crying baby, self-care, and nurturing relationship with your partner. Facilitator is an RN, with a maternal mental health certification. Ideally taken prenatally; postpartum parents welcome as well.
Registration is Required. Please call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Special Instructions: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: $25 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Diabetes Basics
This four-week educational program (one class per week) is for individuals with newly diagnosed or uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes. Teachings review basic diabetes management principles and include the following ADCES7 self-care behaviors: Healthy eating , Being active , Monitoring , Taking medication , Problem solving , Reducing risks , Healthy coping, Hear from some of our Basics class participants: "Virtual class very convenient, easily accessible, would recommend this option again in the future!" , "Telemedicine is the future. Would recommend this!" , "Second time around with class, keeps getting better! Thank you!" , "Great program. Well put together and very informative!" Most services are covered by insurance. All patients much have a prescription from their doctor to receive diabetes education services.
Dates: August 8, 2025 , August 15, 2025 , August 22, 2025 , August 29, 2025, Registration is required. Please call 610-738-2835
PLEASE NOTE: This will be an in-person presentation.
Questions: …
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: Billed to insurance (patient to obtain prescription from doctor). Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Wellness Classroom, Suite 104-8
606 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(Across the street from the Hospital).
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Newborn Care
This is a 2 session class. Session 1 covers pediatrician information and infant care techniques such as bathing, diapering, dressing and soothing. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practices with dolls. Session 2 focuses on infant safety, safe sleep, car seats, and infant CPR overview.
If only one parent is attending, one grandparent can come along as a support person.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom from your car.
Two Sessions (with Lunch Break In-Between):
Session 1 is from 9:15AM-12:00PM
Session 2 is from 1:00PM-3:30PM
Fee: $60.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Additional Information:
If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610.738.2300 to find out how you can determine if you qualify for financial assistance.
If you are on a Medical Assistance…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby conf. room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $60 per couple; $10 per grandparent. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Steady As You Go: Fall Prevention Program
Steady As You Go – What You Can Do To Decrease Your Risk For Falls
Falls remain the leading cause of injury for older Americans and often threaten seniors' safety and independence. Prevention remain the best way to avoid the injuries and other problems often related to falls. Learn from a Physical Therapist and other injury prevention experts about the practical steps you can take with exercising, managing your medications and lifestyle adjustments to decease your risk for a fall and maintain your independence.
Presenter: James Herlihey, MPT
Chester County Hospital Department of Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine
Fee: FREE
To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Sign Up here online.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Senior Health.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Struggles and Solutions
Lifestyle Change for a Healthier Future! Struggles and Solutions is a group lifestyle coaching program. We all want to be healthier and have a healthy lifestyle, but where do we start and how can we be successful? Even if we know what we should be doing, it can be difficult to make those changes.
Each month, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will lead a discussion on an interesting, timely and immediately useful topic about food, activity, stress and wellness. Let us help you get motivated, break down barriers, set goals and change your lifestyle. If you have STRUGGLES we can help you find SOLUTIONS.
We're here every month, but come as often as you'd like. Grab a friend and join us.
Fee: FREE
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
UNITE Support Group
UNITE recognizes that parents need to grieve following the death of their baby, through emotional support and parent–to–parent sharing on issues related to their loss.
UNITE invites anyone who has experienced a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, or infant death to attend our free monthly support group.
The group is guided by trained facilitators. Please note that the meetings are not Group Therapy Sessions, but Peer Support Groups. If additional professional support is needed, UNITE can offer referrals.
Meetings are held VIRTUALLY via Zoom and meet on the Second Monday of Each Month, 7:00pm – 8:30pm.
Pre-Registration:
Please pre-register on the UNITE website or by calling the number below. A UNITE facilitator will contact you prior to your attendance. Website: www.unitegriefsupport.org , Phone: 1-484-758-0002 ***************************
Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Blood Pressure Screening - BVAA Downingtown
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Downingtown Campus on the second Tuesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brandywine Valley Active Aging - Downingtown Campus
Brandywine Grace Church
40 West Pennsylvania Avenue
Downingtown, PA 19335.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Diabetes Basics
This four-week educational program (one class per week) is for individuals with newly diagnosed or uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes. Teachings review basic diabetes management principles and include the following ADCES7 self-care behaviors: Healthy eating , Being active , Monitoring , Taking medication , Problem solving , Reducing risks , Healthy coping, Hear from some of our Basics class participants: "Virtual class very convenient, easily accessible, would recommend this option again in the future!" , "Telemedicine is the future. Would recommend this!" , "Second time around with class, keeps getting better! Thank you!" , "Great program. Well put together and very informative!" Most services are covered by insurance. All patients much have a prescription from their doctor to receive diabetes education services.
Classes are held at Chester County Hospital in West Chester, PA.
Dates: August 12, 2025 , August 19, 2025 , August 26, 2025 , September 2, 2025, Registration is required. Please call 610-738-2835
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Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: Billed to insurance (patient to obtain prescription from doctor). Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wellness Classroom, Suite 104-8
606 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(Across the street from the Hospital).
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Reversing Prediabetes
It is estimated that 98 million adult Americans have prediabetes. Come to this 90 minute program to learn more about prediabetes and to get the tools you need to change your lifestyle and reduce your risk of getting Type 2 diabetes.
Registration is Required. Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation.
Got Questions? diabetes@uphs.upenn.edu.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Nutrition Matters Lunch and Learn
Informative lunch-time nutrition talks led by registered dietitians.
Topic: Winning at Weight Loss: Lessons From Successful Losers, Presenter: Kim Beazley, Fee: FREE!
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Better Breathers Support Group (In-Person and Virtual)
The Better Breathers Support Group is a free program organized by the Pulmonary Rehabilitation team at Chester County Hospital. This free program includes educational presentations by healthcare professionals, and provides support and camaraderie for individuals living with chronic lung disease.
Topic: Lung Transplantation, Presenter: Kathi Clapham, Lung Transplant Recipient
This is a FREE Program.
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PLEASE NOTE: This day's support group session will be a live in-person AND a virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device if you so choose. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To Register, call 610-738-2300 or click the Sign Up button above.
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Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Fern Hill Medical Campus
915 Old Fern Hill Road
Building A, Suite 4 (Koczur Conference Room)
West Chester, PA 19380.
Comfort and Relaxation for Birth
For expecting mothers and their support person. This class will explore the mind-body connection, discuss beliefs about birth, and address fears and concerns surrounding birth and/or parenting in order to help prepare parents for the birth they desire. We will practice breathing and relaxation techniques which both lead to optimal relaxation during contractions and reduce the fear-tension-pain cycle. The class will also review comfort techniques and practice positions that promote comfort and help labor to progress. The class is interactive and hands-on, so clients will need to dress comfortably and bring a pillow, birth/exercise ball (if they have one), and bottle of water to class.
First time parents are recommended to take the Prepared Childbirth One-Day Class or Four-Week Series or Online Class in addition to this class for all of the basic labor and delivery information.
Fee: $40 per couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accommodate children of…
Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Insulin Management of Diabetes Support Group
This bimonthly support group is for people using intensive insulin management to manage their diabetes through the use of two or more insulin injections a day, or insulin pump therapy.
Individuals are invited to come and share their successes and challenges in the day-to-day management of diabetes with the added complexity of insulin therapy. Family members are always welcome to attend for support. We will have discussions as well as insulin and diabetes technology updates and other related topics.
Meetings are held the second Tuesday bimonthly from 6:00pm – 7:00pm and are currently virtual due to COVID-19. We will plan to meet in person in the Wellness Classroom once Penn Medicine returns to in person group meetings.
Date:
Meets Every Other Month
This Month's Topic: TBD, Presenters: TBD, This is a FREE Program. Registration is Required. Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE EVENT!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Psoriasis Uncovered: Pathways to Understanding and Managing Your Skin
In recognition of National Psoriasis Awareness Month, join us for an informative presentation led by a skilled dermatologist who will guide you through the complexities of psoriasis, from its underlying causes to innovative treatment strategies. This program is designed to offer insights into the latest research, provide practical advice for daily management, and foster a supportive community for those affected by this chronic skin condition.
Presenters: Sarah Todd, MD, Fee: FREE!
PLEASE NOTE: This will be an in-person presentation.
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
Got Questions: CCHWellness@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Physician Presentations.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Living With Heart Failure Support Group (VIRTUAL and IN-PERSON)
Open to all heart failure patients and caregivers who deal with this challenging chronic disease. Our Heart Failure Team shares information to help you manage symptoms, avoid hospitalizations, live a fuller life, and understand health conditions common to people with heart failure. Speakers are selected to meet the diverse needs of the group.
Registration is required for this event.
Time:
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
This Meeting's Topic: Your Heart and Kidneys Depend on Each Other: Managing Heart Failure and Chronic Kidney Disease, Speaker: Ken Ostroff, MS, PA-C Medical Inpatient Care Associates
This program, organized by the Heart Failure Team, includes educational presentations by healthcare professionals, and provides support and camaraderie for people living with chronic heart failure. For more information, contact Rebecca Mountain DNP, RN at (610) 738-2583.
This is a FREE Program.
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PLEASE NOTE: This day's support group session will be a live in-person AND a virtual,…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Moms Supporting Moms
This support group encourages timely and appropriate conversations about motherhood and your feelings as a parent. Facilitated by a Chester County Hospital RN and Maternal Mental Health Specialist, this group provides moms an opportunity to meet other new moms, share ideas and experiences, and to be part of a caring network of support.
We invite you to express your joys and fears of caring for your newborn and raising a family, while offering ideas for how to take care of your emotional health, too. Your children and mom-friends are all welcome.
Topics will include: How to ask for help. , Feelings of anxiety/depression. , Changes in appetite. , Changes in sleep patterns. Facilitated by:
Mitzy Liriano, BSN, MS
Maternal Mental Health Specialist
Lissette.Liriano@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, ***************************, To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Sign Up here online.
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Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pumping and Returning to Work
This 90 minute class is designed for women who have already attended the Prenatal Breastfeeding class and want more information on pumping breast milk and returning to work. Clients may attend the class prenatally (support person welcome) or in the first month postpartum (infants welcome).
Topics covered include: different types of breast pumps, insurance coverage for pumps, when to start pumping, milk storage guidelines, transitioning to a bottle, establishing a pumping schedule, and women's right to breastfeed in public and express breast milk while at work. Information on community resources for the support of continued breastfeeding will be given as well.
Prenatal Breastfeeding Class is not a firm prerequisite - it is just encouraged.
Fee: $25
Registration: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Additional Information:
If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610-738-2300 to find out how you can determine if you qualify for financial assistance.
If you are…
Type of Event: Class. Fee: $25.00. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, August 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Chester County Hospital
2 Tower Conference Room (Maternity unit)
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prenatal Breastfeeding
This one session class is for pregnant parents who are interested in breastfeeding. The program provides practical information helpful in getting breastfeeding off to a successful start. Topics covered include factors impacting milk production, correct latch and positioning, feeding schedules, and problem solving for a successful breastfeeding experience.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy. Spouses/significant others are encouraged to attend.
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON, LIVE EVENT TAKING PLACE AT CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL from 1:30pm -4:00pm (please allow 5-10 min to walk to classroom), Additional Information: Masks are optional, but please do not come to class if you or your partner have any respiratory symptoms, or feel ill. Couples should wear comfortable clothing.
Registration is Required. Please call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accommodate children of any age or extended family members at any classes.
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby Conference Room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prepared Childbirth: One-Day Class
This weekend class is intended for busy couples that wish the condensed version of the four week series. All the critical information to prepare for childbirth is taught in an accelerated fashion. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON, one-day class: Location: Main Lobby Conference Room at Chester County Hospital
Additional Instructions: Masks are optional, but please do not come to class if you or your partner have any respiratory symptoms. Vaccination is preferred but not required. Couples should wear comfortable clothing.
Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom. Lunch will be on your own. There will be a 45-60 min lunch break. You may bring your own…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby Conference Room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Sunday, August 17, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Breastfeeding Support Group
We are proud to offer a FREE support group for breastfeeding parents. You will be able to talk with other parents, share your breastfeeding experiences in a non-judgmental environment, and check your baby's weight on the scale we provide. Our board-certified Lactation Consultants can provide personalized support and care including information about: Basic breastfeeding, positioning and latching , Troubleshooting breastfeeding difficulties that may arise , Breastfeeding multiples , Continuing breastfeeding as you return to work or school, ***************************
PLEASE NOTE: This day's support group session will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
To Register: Call…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Blood Pressure Screening - Chester County Hospital
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at Chester County Hospital on the third Tuesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital -- Main Lobby
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Physical Therapy Lunch and Learn: The Spine
This Lunch and Learn presentation, led by a physical therapist, will provide you with easy and helpful ways to maintain and improve spine health. Learn about common spine-related conditions, effective exercises to strengthen and stabilize the back, and strategies to prevent injury or manage chronic pain. Whether you're looking to enhance mobility, alleviate discomfort, or simply improve your posture, this session will provide practical tips and valuable insights to keep your spine healthy!
Topic: The Spine, Presenter: Benjamin Zelner PT, DPT, OCS, Fee: FREE!
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Orthopaedics.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
Blood Pressure Screening - BVAA Coatesville
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Coatesville Campus on the third Wednesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Coatesville Campus
250 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Coatesville, PA 19320.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pre-Surgery Joint Replacement Education Class
Facing a knee or hip replacement can be a daunting task that many would like to put off, sometimes indefinitely. But we have found that the more our patients know about the preparation for surgery, hospitalization and recovery, the more comfortable they are about the procedure. And their outcomes are usually better, too. Therefore, we assembled a team of experts who have thoughtfully created services, educational materials and special amenities to make the joint replacement procedure as smooth as possible. Often our patients' only regret is that they didn't have the procedure sooner.
This class is held the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon and third Wednesday of each month at 4PM. View Our Joint Replacement Videos: Pre-Surgery Through Discharge , Inpatient and Outpatient Physical Therapy , Home Care, Registration Required: Register online or by phone at 610-738-2300.
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PLEASE NOTE: This class will be a live, virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS…
Address Building/Floor: Virtual. Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Orthopaedics.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prenatal Breastfeeding
This one session class is for pregnant parents who are interested in breastfeeding. The program provides practical information helpful in getting breastfeeding off to a successful start. Topics covered include factors impacting milk production, correct latch and positioning, feeding schedules, and problem solving for a successful breastfeeding experience.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy. Spouses/significant others are encouraged to attend.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE EVENT offered through Zoom. Instructions for accessing the class will be provided after you register.
Time: 6:30pm -9:00pm
Registration is Required. Please call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Maternity Unit Tour
Our maternity tours offer prospective parents information about our labor and delivery unit, newborn nursery, maternity unit, and neonatal intensive care unit. Ample time is available to answer questions regarding the Hospital's policies and procedures. Tours are free and are offered three times per month. (Please Note: This tour is included with the Prepared Childbirth One-Day and Four-Week Series.)
Only 1 registration needed per couple.
Fee: Free
Registration: Online or By Phone at 610-738-2300, ****PLEASE NOTE****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Open House. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Maternity Unit Tour
Our maternity tours offer prospective parents information about our labor and delivery unit, newborn nursery, maternity unit, and neonatal intensive care unit. Ample time is available to answer questions regarding the Hospital's policies and procedures. Tours are free and are offered three times per month. (Please Note: This tour is included with the Prepared Childbirth One-Day and Four-Week Series.)
Only 1 registration needed per couple.
Fee: Free
Registration: Online or By Phone at 610-738-2300, ****PLEASE NOTE****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Open House. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Intensive Insulin Management
This four-week program (one class per week) is specifically designed for individuals with Type I or Type 2 Diabetes on multiple daily injections of insulin, or who are on an insulin pump. Throughout this program participants will learn to minimize the high and low blood sugar readings often associated with insulin requiring diabetes. Individuals will learn how to match insulin to food intake, allowing for better glucose control with greater flexibility. Participants currently on multiple daily injections may choose to go onto an insulin pump after successful completion of this program. Teachings consist of the following: Intensive insulin management principles, including basal/bolus concept, and the proper treatment of low and high blood sugars , Basic and advanced carbohydrate counting , The use of insulin to carbohydrate ratios for matching insulin to food , The use of a correction factor or sensitivity to correct high glucose values , Prevention of diabetes-related complications , Ongoing communication…
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: Bill to insurance (patient to obtain prescription from doctor). Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Wellness Classroom, Suite 104-8
606 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(Across the street from the Hospital).
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Blood Pressure Screening - West Chester Area YMCA
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the West Chester Area YMCA on the fourth Thursday of every month from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
West Chester Area YMCA
605 Airport Road
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Childbirth Refresher
This one session class is offered for couples who have previously experienced the birth process and who would like a review tailored to their individual needs. This small group class includes a review of the stages of labor, role of the coach, breathing and relaxation techniques, medication options, and sibling adjustment.
A virtual tour of the maternity unit is included with this class.
Best Taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Couples should wear comfortable clothing to practice relaxation and breathing. Class will start promptly at the designated time.
Fee: $40.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accommodate children of any age or extended family members at any classes.
****SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
The Truth About Weight Loss
Almost everyone wants to lose weight, but not many are successful. This program explains why weight loss is challenging and will also provide you with the real-life solutions you need to find your "weigh" down.
Fee: FREE
Presenter: TBD, PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
Got Questions: CCHWellness@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION.
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Maternity Unit Tour
Our maternity tours offer prospective parents information about our labor and delivery unit, newborn nursery, maternity unit, and neonatal intensive care unit. Ample time is available to answer questions regarding the Hospital's policies and procedures. Tours are free and are offered three times per month. (Please Note: This tour is included with the Prepared Childbirth One-Day and Four-Week Series.)
Only 1 registration needed per couple.
Fee: Free
Registration: Online or By Phone at 610-738-2300, ****PLEASE NOTE****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Open House. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Dads Support Group
This group's aim is to support new dads and partners in their fatherhood journey. Both facilitators are fathers themselves and are eager to share insight and listen to any concerns or triumphs that you would like to share. Even if just for some humorous camaraderie with others going through similar situations, this group hopes to meet the needs of new and experienced fathers alike. Please note: this group is not a substitution for medical advice or mental health treatment.
Meets:
First Tuesday of every month from 8:00pm-9:00pm via Zoom
Facilitated by: Justin Sloane, MD, FACOG, FCPP – Attending Physician at Penn ObGyn Chester County , Matt Leocha, DPT, NTMTC II – Neonatal Intensive Care Physical Therapist at Chester County Hospital, Fee: FREE!
***************************, To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Sign Up here online.
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Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Blood Pressure Screening - Kennett Area YMCA
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Kennett Area YMCA on the first Wednesday of every month from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Kennett Area YMCA
101 Race Street
Kennett Square, PA 19348.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pre-Surgery Joint Replacement Education Class
Facing a knee or hip replacement can be a daunting task that many would like to put off, sometimes indefinitely. But we have found that the more our patients know about the preparation for surgery, hospitalization and recovery, the more comfortable they are about the procedure. And their outcomes are usually better, too. Therefore, we assembled a team of experts who have thoughtfully created services, educational materials and special amenities to make the joint replacement procedure as smooth as possible. Often our patients' only regret is that they didn't have the procedure sooner.
This class is held the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon and third Wednesday of each month at 4PM. View Our Joint Replacement Videos: Pre-Surgery Through Discharge , Inpatient and Outpatient Physical Therapy , Home Care, Registration Required: Register online or by phone at 610-738-2300.
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PLEASE NOTE: This class will be a live, virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS…
Address Building/Floor: Virtual. Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Orthopaedics.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prepared Childbirth: Four-Week Series
This four week series is offered once a week for 2 ½ hours. The goal of the class is to provide valuable tools to expectant parents in preparation for the birth experience. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Fee: $95.00/couple
Additional Information: If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610-738-2300 to find out how you can determine if…
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Newborn Care
This is a 2 session class. Class 1 covers pediatrician information and infant care techniques such as bathing, diapering, dressing and soothing. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practices with dolls. Class 2 focuses on infant safety, safe sleep, car seats, and infant CPR overview.
If only one parent is attending, one grandparent can come along as a support person.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom from your car.
Two Consecutive Wednesday Sessions:
Session 1 is September 4 from 6:15PM-9:00PM
Session 2 is September 11 from 6:15PM-9:00PM
Fee: $60.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Additional Information
If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610.738.2300 to find out how you can determine if you qualify for financial assistance.
If you are on a Medical…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby conf. room. Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: $60 per couple; $10 per grandparent. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 6:15 PM – 9:00 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Postpartum Adjustment Class
This class is designed to give parents an idea of what life is really like at home after you have a baby. Content covers physical recovery, emotional wellness, coping with sleep deprivation and crying baby, self-care, and nurturing relationship with your partner. Facilitator is an RN, with a maternal mental health certification. Ideally taken prenatally; postpartum parents welcome as well.
Registration is Required. Please call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Special Instructions: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: $25 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prepared Childbirth: One-Day Class
This weekend class is intended for busy couples that wish the condensed version of the four week series. All the critical information to prepare for childbirth is taught in an accelerated fashion. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON, one-day class: Location: Main Lobby Conference Room at Chester County Hospital
Additional Instructions: Masks are optional, but please do not come to class if you or your partner have any respiratory symptoms. Vaccination is preferred but not required. Couples should wear comfortable clothing.
Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom. Lunch will be on your own. There will be a 45-60 min lunch break. You may bring your own…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby Conference Room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Saturday, September 6, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Breastfeeding Support Group
We are proud to offer a FREE support group for breastfeeding parents. You will be able to talk with other parents, share your breastfeeding experiences in a non-judgmental environment, and check your baby's weight on the scale we provide. Our board-certified Lactation Consultants can provide personalized support and care including information about: Basic breastfeeding, positioning and latching , Troubleshooting breastfeeding difficulties that may arise , Breastfeeding multiples , Continuing breastfeeding as you return to work or school, ***************************
PLEASE NOTE: This day's support group session will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
To Register: Call…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Saturday, September 6, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Struggles and Solutions
Lifestyle Change for a Healthier Future! Struggles and Solutions is a group lifestyle coaching program. We all want to be healthier and have a healthy lifestyle, but where do we start and how can we be successful? Even if we know what we should be doing, it can be difficult to make those changes.
Each month, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will lead a discussion on an interesting, timely and immediately useful topic about food, activity, stress and wellness. Let us help you get motivated, break down barriers, set goals and change your lifestyle. If you have STRUGGLES we can help you find SOLUTIONS.
We're here every month, but come as often as you'd like. Grab a friend and join us.
Fee: FREE
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education. Weight Management and Nutrition.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Comfort and Relaxation for Birth
For expecting mothers and their support person. This class will explore the mind-body connection, discuss beliefs about birth, and address fears and concerns surrounding birth and/or parenting in order to help prepare parents for the birth they desire. We will practice breathing and relaxation techniques which both lead to optimal relaxation during contractions and reduce the fear-tension-pain cycle. The class will also review comfort techniques and practice positions that promote comfort and help labor to progress. The class is interactive and hands-on, so clients will need to dress comfortably and bring a pillow, birth/exercise ball (if they have one), and bottle of water to class.
First time parents are recommended to take the Prepared Childbirth One-Day Class or Four-Week Series or Online Class in addition to this class for all of the basic labor and delivery information.
Fee: $40 per couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accommodate children of…
Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Revirtiendo la Prediabetes
Más de 98 millones de americanos tienen la prediabetes. Este programa de hora y media le ensenará cómo cambiar su estilo de vida y disminuir el riesgo de desarrollar la diabetes tipo 2.
Fecha y hora: miércoles, 8 de septiembre de 2025 de 6:00 PM a 7:00 PM.
GRATIS
SE REQUIERE REGISTRO. Para inscribirse u obtener más información, comuníquese con Chad Thomas a chad.thomas@pennmedicine.upenn.edu o llame al 610.738.2542.
Los inscritos recibirán un enlace directo por correo electrónico para unirse a la clase además de las instrucciones de cómo descargar y participar a través de la plataforma virtual. Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de hacer preguntas por la función del videocámara, del micrófono o del chat de sus computadores u otros dispositivos inteligentes. Mas Informacion! >.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
CLASES DE BIENESTAR VIRTUALES!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
UNITE Support Group
UNITE recognizes that parents need to grieve following the death of their baby, through emotional support and parent–to–parent sharing on issues related to their loss.
UNITE invites anyone who has experienced a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, or infant death to attend our free monthly support group.
The group is guided by trained facilitators. Please note that the meetings are not Group Therapy Sessions, but Peer Support Groups. If additional professional support is needed, UNITE can offer referrals.
Meetings are held VIRTUALLY via Zoom and meet on the Second Monday of Each Month, 7:00pm – 8:30pm.
Pre-Registration:
Please pre-register on the UNITE website or by calling the number below. A UNITE facilitator will contact you prior to your attendance. Website: www.unitegriefsupport.org , Phone: 1-484-758-0002 ***************************
Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Blood Pressure Screening - BVAA Downingtown
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Downingtown Campus on the second Tuesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brandywine Valley Active Aging - Downingtown Campus
Brandywine Grace Church
40 West Pennsylvania Avenue
Downingtown, PA 19335.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Insulin Management of Diabetes Support Group
This bimonthly support group is for people using intensive insulin management to manage their diabetes through the use of two or more insulin injections a day, or insulin pump therapy.
Individuals are invited to come and share their successes and challenges in the day-to-day management of diabetes with the added complexity of insulin therapy. Family members are always welcome to attend for support. We will have discussions as well as insulin and diabetes technology updates and other related topics.
Meetings are held the second Tuesday bimonthly from 6:00pm – 7:00pm and are currently virtual due to COVID-19. We will plan to meet in person in the Wellness Classroom once Penn Medicine returns to in person group meetings.
Date:
Meets Every Other Month
This Month's Topic: TBD, Presenters: TBD, This is a FREE Program. Registration is Required. Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE EVENT!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Nutrition Matters Lunch and Learn
Informative lunch-time nutrition talks led by registered dietitians.
Topic: A.I. and Nutrition: Can You Trust the Information, Presenter: Maureen Boccella, Fee: FREE!
Registration is Required:
Register by phone at 610-738-2300 or register online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Moms Supporting Moms
This support group encourages timely and appropriate conversations about motherhood and your feelings as a parent. Facilitated by a Chester County Hospital RN and Maternal Mental Health Specialist, this group provides moms an opportunity to meet other new moms, share ideas and experiences, and to be part of a caring network of support.
We invite you to express your joys and fears of caring for your newborn and raising a family, while offering ideas for how to take care of your emotional health, too. Your children and mom-friends are all welcome.
Topics will include: How to ask for help. , Feelings of anxiety/depression. , Changes in appetite. , Changes in sleep patterns. Facilitated by:
Mitzy Liriano, BSN, MS
Maternal Mental Health Specialist
Lissette.Liriano@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, ***************************, To Register: Call 610-738-2300 or Sign Up here online.
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Special Note: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered via Zoom. After you register, Chester County…
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Diabetes Basics
This four-week educational program (one class per week) is for individuals with newly diagnosed or uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes. Teachings review basic diabetes management principles and include the following ADCES7 self-care behaviors: Healthy eating , Being active , Monitoring , Taking medication , Problem solving , Reducing risks , Healthy coping, Hear from some of our Basics class participants: "Virtual class very convenient, easily accessible, would recommend this option again in the future!" , "Telemedicine is the future. Would recommend this!" , "Second time around with class, keeps getting better! Thank you!" , "Great program. Well put together and very informative!" Most services are covered by insurance. All patients much have a prescription from their doctor to receive diabetes education services.
Dates: September 12, 2025 , September 19, 2025 , September 26, 2025 , October 3, 2025, Registration is required. Please call 610-738-2835
PLEASE NOTE: This will be an in-person presentation.
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Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: Billed to insurance (patient to obtain prescription from doctor). Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Wellness Classroom, Suite 104-8
606 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(Across the street from the Hospital).
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Prepared Childbirth: One-Day Class
This weekend class is intended for busy couples that wish the condensed version of the four week series. All the critical information to prepare for childbirth is taught in an accelerated fashion. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON, one-day class: Location: Main Lobby Conference Room at Chester County Hospital
Additional Instructions: Masks are optional, but please do not come to class if you or your partner have any respiratory symptoms. Vaccination is preferred but not required. Couples should wear comfortable clothing.
Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom. Lunch will be on your own. There will be a 45-60 min lunch break. You may bring your own…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby Conference Room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Breastfeeding Support Group
We are proud to offer a FREE support group for breastfeeding parents. You will be able to talk with other parents, share your breastfeeding experiences in a non-judgmental environment, and check your baby's weight on the scale we provide. Our board-certified Lactation Consultants can provide personalized support and care including information about: Basic breastfeeding, positioning and latching , Troubleshooting breastfeeding difficulties that may arise , Breastfeeding multiples , Continuing breastfeeding as you return to work or school, ***************************
PLEASE NOTE: This day's support group session will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
To Register: Call…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Your Weigh Down (En Espanol)
Are you struggling with healthy eating and weight loss? Then this program is for you. Come get connected with dynamic group coaching to learn your "weigh" to healthy weight loss. Make real progress happen while attending 4 group coaching sessions packed with education and hands-on skill building. Here we put the pieces together to stop weight gain and re-set behaviors for meaningful food, fitness and health improvements.
This is a 4-Week Program. Classes will be conducted IN SPANISH. Classes meet once a week on the following days from 6:00PM – 7:00PM: September 15, 2025 , September 22, 2025 , September 29, 2025 , October 6, 2025, Presenter: TBD, Fee: FREE!
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. Registrants will receive a direct link via email to join the class along with instructions on how to download and participate through the online platform. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions through their computer or smart device’s video camera, microphone…
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Blood Pressure Screening - Chester County Hospital
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at Chester County Hospital on the third Tuesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital -- Main Lobby
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Your Weigh Down
THIS PRESENTATION: "Your Weigh Down"
Are you struggling with healthy eating and weight loss? Then this program is for you. Come get connected with dynamic group coaching to learn your "weigh" to healthy weight loss. Make real progress happen while attending 4 group coaching sessions packed with education and hands-on skill building. Here we put the pieces together to stop weight gain and re-set behaviors for meaningful food, fitness and health improvements.
This is a 4-Week Program. Classes meet once a week on the following days from 6:00PM – 7:00PM: September 16, 2025 , September 23, 2025 , September 30, 2025 , October 7, 2025, Presenter: Maureen Boccella, MS, RD, CDCES, Fee: FREE!
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. Registrants will receive a direct link via email to join the class along with instructions on how to download and participate through the online platform. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions through their computer or smart…
Type of Event: Lecture. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Weight Management and Nutrition.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Blood Pressure Screening - BVAA Coatesville
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Coatesville Campus on the third Wednesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Coatesville Campus
250 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Coatesville, PA 19320.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pre-Surgery Joint Replacement Education Class
Facing a knee or hip replacement can be a daunting task that many would like to put off, sometimes indefinitely. But we have found that the more our patients know about the preparation for surgery, hospitalization and recovery, the more comfortable they are about the procedure. And their outcomes are usually better, too. Therefore, we assembled a team of experts who have thoughtfully created services, educational materials and special amenities to make the joint replacement procedure as smooth as possible. Often our patients' only regret is that they didn't have the procedure sooner.
This class is held the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon and third Wednesday of each month at 4PM. View Our Joint Replacement Videos: Pre-Surgery Through Discharge , Inpatient and Outpatient Physical Therapy , Home Care, Registration Required: Register online or by phone at 610-738-2300.
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PLEASE NOTE: This class will be a live, virtual, online presentation. REGISTRATION IS…
Address Building/Floor: Virtual. Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Orthopaedics.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Grupo de Apoyo para Los Diabéticos
Este grupo de apoyo de cada tres meses es para los que están viviendo con los desafíos diarios de la diabetes. Usted y su familia se pueden unir al grupo para contar con el apoyo continuo, para compartir sus experiencias con los demás y para saber noticias según el control de la diabetes.
Fecha y Hora: 17 de septiembre de 2025 de 6:00 a 7:00 PM
Presentador: Carla Graves, MS, RD, CDCES SE REQUIERE REGISTRO. Para inscribirse u obtener más información, comuníquese con Chad Thomas a chad.thomas@pennmedicine.upenn.edu o llame al 610.738.2542.
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
CLASES VIRTUALES!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Reversing Prediabetes
It is estimated that 98 million adult Americans have prediabetes. Come to this 90 minute program to learn more about prediabetes and to get the tools you need to change your lifestyle and reduce your risk of getting Type 2 diabetes.
Registration is Required. Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation.
Got Questions? diabetes@uphs.upenn.edu.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Prenatal Breastfeeding
This one session class is for pregnant parents who are interested in breastfeeding. The program provides practical information helpful in getting breastfeeding off to a successful start. Topics covered include factors impacting milk production, correct latch and positioning, feeding schedules, and problem solving for a successful breastfeeding experience.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy. Spouses/significant others are encouraged to attend.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE EVENT offered through Zoom. Instructions for accessing the class will be provided after you register.
Time: 6:30pm -9:00pm
Registration is Required. Please call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Maternity Unit Tour
Our maternity tours offer prospective parents information about our labor and delivery unit, newborn nursery, maternity unit, and neonatal intensive care unit. Ample time is available to answer questions regarding the Hospital's policies and procedures. Tours are free and are offered three times per month. (Please Note: This tour is included with the Prepared Childbirth One-Day and Four-Week Series.)
Only 1 registration needed per couple.
Fee: Free
Registration: Online or By Phone at 610-738-2300, ****PLEASE NOTE****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Open House. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Pumping and Returning to Work
This 90 minute class is designed for parents who have already attended the Prenatal Breastfeeding class and want more information on pumping breast milk and returning to work. Clients may attend the class prenatally (support person welcome) or in the first month postpartum (infants welcome).
Topics covered include: different types of breast pumps, insurance coverage for pumps, when to start pumping, milk storage guidelines, transitioning to a bottle, establishing a pumping schedule, and person's right to breastfeed in public and express breast milk while at work. Information on community resources for the support of continued breastfeeding will be given as well.
Fee: $25
Registration: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your…
Type of Event: Class. Fee: $25.00. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Newborn Care
This is a 2 session class. Session 1 covers pediatrician information and infant care techniques such as bathing, diapering, dressing and soothing. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on practices with dolls. Session 2 focuses on infant safety, safe sleep, car seats, and infant CPR overview.
If only one parent is attending, one grandparent can come along as a support person.
Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom from your car.
Two Sessions (with Lunch Break In-Between):
Session 1 is from 9:15AM-12:00PM
Session 2 is from 1:00PM-3:30PM
Fee: $60.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
Additional Information:
If the cost of this program presents a financial hardship for you, please call us at 610.738.2300 to find out how you can determine if you qualify for financial assistance.
If you are on a Medical Assistance…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby conf. room. Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: $60 per couple; $10 per grandparent. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 9:15 AM – 3:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Prepared Childbirth: One-Day Class
This weekend class is intended for busy couples that wish the condensed version of the four week series. All the critical information to prepare for childbirth is taught in an accelerated fashion. The program includes discussion on the stages of labor, role of the coach, relaxation and breathing techniques, medications, (including epidurals), birth options, cesarean births, postpartum, and breastfeeding.
Recommended for first-time parents. Best taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON, one-day class: Location: Main Lobby Conference Room at Chester County Hospital
Additional Instructions: Masks are optional, but please do not come to class if you or your partner have any respiratory symptoms. Vaccination is preferred but not required. Couples should wear comfortable clothing.
Class will start promptly at the designated time, so please allow yourself 5-10 minutes to walk to the classroom. Lunch will be on your own. There will be a 45-60 min lunch break. You may bring your own…
Address Building/Floor: Main Lobby Conference Room. Type of Event: Class. Fee: $95.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Sunday, September 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Chester County Hospital
Main Lobby Conference Room
701 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Diabetes Basics
This four-week educational program (one class per week) is for individuals with newly diagnosed or uncontrolled Type 2 Diabetes. Teachings review basic diabetes management principles and include the following ADCES7 self-care behaviors: Healthy eating , Being active , Monitoring , Taking medication , Problem solving , Reducing risks , Healthy coping, Hear from some of our Basics class participants: "Virtual class very convenient, easily accessible, would recommend this option again in the future!" , "Telemedicine is the future. Would recommend this!" , "Second time around with class, keeps getting better! Thank you!" , "Great program. Well put together and very informative!" Most services are covered by insurance. All patients much have a prescription from their doctor to receive diabetes education services.
Classes are held at Chester County Hospital in West Chester, PA.
Dates: September 23, 2025 , September 30, 2025 , October 7, 2025 , October 14, 2025, Registration is required. Please…
Type of Event: Multi-Session Class. Fee: Billed to insurance (patient to obtain prescription from doctor). Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wellness Classroom, Suite 104-8
606 East Marshall Street
West Chester, PA 19380
(Across the street from the Hospital).
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Diabetes Support Group
This monthly support group is for individuals living with the day-to-day challenges of diabetes. You and your family members can join us for ongoing support, share your experience with others, and receive updates in diabetes management.
Date:
Fourth Tuesday of Every Month
Today's Topic: TBD, Presenter: Jessica Wilson, MA, RD, CDCES, This is a FREE Program. Registration is Required. Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Support Groups. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Diabetes Management.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
THIS IS A VIRTUAL, ONLINE EVENT!
For more info visit pennmedicine.trumba.com.
Blood Pressure Screening - BVAA Coatesville
Chester County Hospital offers FREE monthly and periodic blood pressure screenings at locations across the region. No appointments are necessary.
At these screenings, registered nurses and other trained health professionals will take your blood pressure and provide you with educational literature to help you keep your blood pressure under control.
Join us at the Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Coatesville Campus on the third Wednesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Type of Event: Screening. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Heart and Lung Health.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brandywine Valley Active Aging (BVAA) - Coatesville Campus
250 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Coatesville, PA 19320.
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Childbirth Refresher
This one session class is offered for couples who have previously experienced the birth process and who would like a review tailored to their individual needs. This small group class includes a review of the stages of labor, role of the coach, breathing and relaxation techniques, medication options, and sibling adjustment.
A virtual tour of the maternity unit is included with this class.
Best Taken during the 7th month of pregnancy.
Special Instructions: Couples should wear comfortable clothing to practice relaxation and breathing. Class will start promptly at the designated time.
Fee: $40.00/couple
Registration is Required: Call 610-738-2300 or Register Online.
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accommodate children of any age or extended family members at any classes.
****SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester…
Address Building/Floor: THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION! Type of Event: Class. Fee: $40.00 per couple. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.
Maternity Unit Tour
Our maternity tours offer prospective parents information about our labor and delivery unit, newborn nursery, maternity unit, and neonatal intensive care unit. Ample time is available to answer questions regarding the Hospital's policies and procedures. Tours are free and are offered three times per month. (Please Note: This tour is included with the Prepared Childbirth One-Day and Four-Week Series.)
Only 1 registration needed per couple.
Fee: Free
Registration: Online or By Phone at 610-738-2300, ****PLEASE NOTE****
This will be a virtual, online presentation offered through Zoom. After you register, Chester County Hospital will send you details and instructions so that you can connect and participate in this presentation from your home computer or other device. You will receive your link and all instructions by email approx. two business days prior to the event.
Type of Event: Open House. Fee: FREE. Event Category: Childbirth Education.
Sunday, September 28, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL, ONLINE PRESENTATION!
For more info visit www.chestercountyhospital.org.