Classes & Support Groups

A new diagnosis can create a swirl of emotions and plenty of questions, whether you’re the patient, a caregiver, or a family member.

At the Ayer Neuroscience Institute, we provide resources that empower you with knowledge and support. Below, you’ll find resources --from webinars with experts to support groups with other patients and family members --to help answer your questions about diet, exercise, how to manage symptoms, and calm any fears.

We also offer classes to educate patients on the latest advances in minimally-invasive and robotic-assisted procedures so that you feel comfortable before undergoing treatment.


  • Spine Pre-Operative Education Class for MidState Medical Center
    Free
    Tuesday, Mar 10, 2026, 10:00AM - 11:30AM

    Spine Pre-Operative Education Class for MidState Medical Center

    This class is for patients who will undergo spine surgery at Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at MidState Medical Center, providing [...]

    Midstate Medical Center (Conference Rooms 2&3)
  • Spine Pre-Operative Education Class for St. Vincent's Medical Center
    Free
    Wednesday, Mar 11, 2026, 1:30PM - 3:00PM

    Spine Pre-Operative Education Class for St. Vincent's Medical Center

    This class is for patients who will undergo spine surgery at Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at St. Vincent's Medical Center, providing [...]

    St Vincent's Medical Center - Hawley Conf. Center 3A
  • Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class - Backus/Windham Hospital
    Free
    Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026, 1:00PM - 2:00PM

    Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class - Backus/Windham Hospital

    This class is designed to educate patients having spine surgery at Windham & Backus Hospital and their support person to prepare you for [...]

    Backus Medical Office Building - Conference Room 130
  • Webinar:  Understanding hernia & robotic surgery
    Free
    Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026, 5:30PM - 6:30PM

    Webinar: Understanding hernia & robotic surgery

    Start here to learn about hernia repair using robotics. Join Dr. Patrick Crosby, minimally invasive general surgeon as he discusses [...]

    The Hospital of Central Connecticut - WEBINAR
  • On Site:  Yoga for Mental Health
    Free
    Thursday, Mar 19, 2026, 10:15AM - 10:45AM

    On Site: Yoga for Mental Health

    Join Andrew Carazza, certified yoga instructor, as he guides you through each mindful session. Yoga is a gentle and restorative practice [...]

    Hartford Hospital - Institute of Living - Commons Bldg

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