Free women’s health conference offers education, local resources and safety support
March 27, 2026
HSHS St. Francis Hospital will be hosting the Women’s Health Survival Guide event, a free, informational conference to discuss women’s health concerns and safety resources with local agencies. The event will be Thursday, June 11 at the Litchfield Community Center at 4:30 p.m.
In addition to learning about local resources available to them, attendees will also hear a presentation from guest speaker Nikki Edwards, HSHS System Manager of Culture and Experience, about Emotional Regulation, and enjoy a vendor fair and local food trucks.
“Emotional regulation is a vital part of our overall health and well-being,” said Ronita Rufus, Emergency Department nurse at St. Francis Hospital. “At the Women’s Health Survival Guide event, attendees will explore comprehensive women’s health topics, discover local resources and learn practical strategies to better understand and manage their emotions.”
To raise awareness and funds to support community members living with breast cancer, HSHS St. Francis Hospital is selling Alpha Candles and T-shirts for the event. Proceeds from the sales will benefit Montgomery County Breast Cancer Support Group.
T-shirts are available for order until April 20: https://shopcompustitch.chipply.com/WSG2026/?action=viewall
Alpha Candles are available for order until May 15: https://forms.office.com/r/f8Y71nnZdB
Registration for the Women’s Health Survival Guide event is not required. For questions, contact Alesia Haslett at [email protected].
In addition to learning about local resources available to them, attendees will also hear a presentation from guest speaker Nikki Edwards, HSHS System Manager of Culture and Experience, about Emotional Regulation, and enjoy a vendor fair and local food trucks.
“Emotional regulation is a vital part of our overall health and well-being,” said Ronita Rufus, Emergency Department nurse at St. Francis Hospital. “At the Women’s Health Survival Guide event, attendees will explore comprehensive women’s health topics, discover local resources and learn practical strategies to better understand and manage their emotions.”
To raise awareness and funds to support community members living with breast cancer, HSHS St. Francis Hospital is selling Alpha Candles and T-shirts for the event. Proceeds from the sales will benefit Montgomery County Breast Cancer Support Group.
T-shirts are available for order until April 20: https://shopcompustitch.chipply.com/WSG2026/?action=viewall
Alpha Candles are available for order until May 15: https://forms.office.com/r/f8Y71nnZdB
Registration for the Women’s Health Survival Guide event is not required. For questions, contact Alesia Haslett at [email protected].
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