Community Health Center
Community Health Center offers comprehensive healthcare services across multiple locations in Connecticut, including medical, dental, and behavioral health, with a commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Services
Community Health Center offers a comprehensive range of services including medical, dental, behavioral health, pediatrics, urgent care, and specialty services. They also provide telehealth options for patients unable to visit in person. Specialty services include chiropractic care, nutrition services, HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C management, LGB+ and transgender care, podiatry, OB and prenatal care, meditation and stress reduction, and substance use management. Additionally, they offer 24/7 medical assistance through a nurse help line.
Locations
Community Health Center operates multiple locations across Connecticut. These locations include Bristol, Clinton, Danbury, Enfield, Greenwich, Groton, Hartford, Meriden, Middletown, New Britain, New London, Norwalk, Old Saybrook, Stamford, and Waterbury. Each site is equipped to provide a range of healthcare services to meet the needs of the community.
Research and Innovation
The Community Health Center runs the Weitzman Institute, which focuses on advancing research and innovation in healthcare. They also host the All of Us Research Program to help researchers understand more about why people get sick or stay healthy. Their Readiness to Train Assessment Tool™ helps health centers assess their readiness for health professions training programs. Additionally, they provide training programs for healthcare professionals, including nurse practitioner residency programs and postdoctoral psychology residency programs.
Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
Community Health Center has a firm commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. They operate the Center for Key Populations, which focuses on providing care to underserved groups. Their services are designed to ensure accessibility and affordability, including a sliding fee scale. They also offer community programs such as diaper banks and family wellness initiatives, as well as New Horizons Domestic Violence Services.
Community Programs and Services
Community Health Center provides a variety of community programs including school-based health services, COVID-19 testing and vaccination services, insurance assistance, and preparation support for new patients. They also operate CHC Radio, a platform for health-related discussions and information. Their initiatives encompass diverse services like providing a patient portal for managing health information and appointments online, and offering environmental justice programs.