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Ann Thomas, independent non-profit consultant and former board chair, became involved with Wheeler at the suggestion of community leaders and philanthropists, Mary Fran and Peter Libassi.

Our personal and professional connections often lead us to unexpected, rewarding places. This was the case with former Wheeler board of trustee and board chair, Jan Neri, whose late husband, Ray, was a good friend of community leader and Wheeler trustee, Ray Corsini.

International Overdose Awareness is August 31st. This is a chance for communities all over the world to join together to help raise awareness of overdose, remember those who have died due to drug use, and spread the message that overdose is preventable. Join us for a very special event.

The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving has awarded a three-year grant for a new program between the Hispanic Health Council and Wheeler, which increases access to health care for underserved patients at risk for additional chronic health conditions, including diabetes, in Greater Hartford.

Wheeler will host a Job Fair on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 from 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. at 74 East Street, Plainville.

Last week, we shared the story of Wheeler President and Chief Executive Officer, Susan Walkama, LCSW, as part of our 50th Anniversary series. Below are some reflections on Susan’s role as a leader at Wheeler.

Wheeler's Health & Wellness Center team will have seven walk-in clinics available to assist with SNAP, SAGA, TANF, HUSKY and Access Healthcare.

The Southington Health Outreach Project at Wheeler Clinic in partnership with Main Street Community Foundation, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and the Southington Community YMCA is offering Mental Health First Aid on August 2 & 3, from 9:00am–2:30pm at the Southington Community YMCA, 130 Main Street, Southington. The training is free and open to the public.

Hartford Hospital’s Digital Mobile Mammography coach will be stationed at Wheeler’s Family Health & Wellness Center at 43 Woodland Street, Hartford, on Monday, August 6, 2018 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

A $2-million bond will help provide for structural enhancements and improvements at Wheeler’s Family Health & Wellness Center in Hartford.

Wheeler’s Foster Care Programs were featured on Fox 61’s Coffee Cup Salute this morning, which included facts about the number of children in foster care and the need for families in Connecticut.

The Wheeler Family Health & Wellness Center at 43 Woodland Street, Hartford, will offer a free Hepatitis B information and education session on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at 4 p.m. (4th Floor Conference Room).

Wheeler President and Chief Executive Officer, Susan Walkama, LCSW, exudes a quiet, strong confidence—fueled, in part, by experience and the many forms of inspiration in her life. With warmth, grace, humility and a commitment to achieve the very best outcomes for individuals and families—especially the most vulnerable—Susan guides a team of more than 1,000 at Wheeler in achieving its mission to provide equitable access to innovative care that improves health, recovery and growth at all stages of life.

A forum about foster care and family partnership entitled, “It Takes a Village: The Gift of Fostering,” will take place on Saturday, July 28 from 8:30 a.m.–noon at Klingberg Family Centers, 345 Linwood Street, New Britain.

Free Opioid Education and Family Support Groups are now being held at Wheeler’s Family Health & Wellness Center, Bristol, for family members and other loved ones of individuals who are misusing opioids (including heroin) or have an opioid use disorder.