News from Wheeler

For the first time, Wheeler is launching a unique residency program for nurse practitioners and physician assistants designed to cultivate clinical leaders in community health.

The winter season, especially, underscores the persistent, sometimes serious challenges for individuals with depression. A new, highly effective treatment for depression, Spravato® therapy (Esketamine), is available to adult patients through Wheeler’s Hartford and Waterbury Family Health & Wellness Centers.

During the winter months, the air tends to be drier, and we may not feel as thirsty as we do in the warmer seasons. However, staying adequately hydrated is crucial for overall health. Drinking enough water supports proper digestion, helps maintain energy levels, and contributes to healthy skin.

Wheeler Health has surpassed its expanded Bristol fundraising goal of $555,000, raising $606,000 in gifts and pledges one and a half years ahead of schedule for its new Bristol health center and administrative headquarters at One Hope Street in downtown.

Wheeler's FY 23 Annual Report highlights the many ways that we've provided hope while delivering compassionate care to thousands of individuals and families across Connecticut.

For the second year in a row, Wheeler earned six Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badges from the federal Health Resources and Services Administration, tied for the most in the state.

Two experienced local family practice physicians have joined Wheeler Health’s Family Health & Wellness Center in Hartford, providing primary care for patients of all ages and integrating with on-site behavioral health and addiction services.

Camila Rubino, MBA, MSN, BSN, RN, of Southington has joined Wheeler Health as senior director of nursing, overseeing all nursing and medical assistant operations at Wheeler’s five federally qualified health centers, congregate care settings, and Northwest Village School.

A five-year, $2-million federal grant will help individuals with behavioral health and substance use disorders returning to their communities in central Connecticut after incarceration.

Wheeler Health has exceeded its original four-year fundraising campaign goal for its new Bristol health center and administrative headquarters two years ahead of schedule and is extending its goal to celebrate and honor its 55th anniversary in 2023.

Wheeler's new Mobile Family Health & Wellness Center is offering primary medical care and COVID vaccines for patients of the Root Center for Advanced Recovery in New Britain.

Wheeler received a $7,000 grant from Connecticut Community Foundation’s Pride in the Hills Fund to support its Walk With Me program. The grant will be used to support the work of a peer support specialist and enhance and expand parent/caregiver services for LGBTQIA+ families.

Free food, family activities, music, and more will be part of a Spring Fling Festival & Health Fair at the Wheeler Family Health & Wellness Center, 855 Lakewood Road, Waterbury, on Friday, April 21, 2023, from 3 pm to 6 pm.

Wheeler is expanding behavioral health services to students and families at DiLoreto Elementary & Middle School in New Britain, as well as providing linkages to accessible health care at Wheeler’s Family Health & Wellness Center in the city.

Two COVID-19 booster shot clinics will be offered to the public in Bristol on February 23, 2023. No appointment or referral is needed, and insurance cards and IDs are recommended.