A Message from the Chief Executive Officer
At Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC), our leadership team is the heart of our mission, dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients and fostering healthier communities. We are passionate about our work, guided by a strong culture of commitment to delivering quality healthcare and keeping our communities informed and supported.
Our leaders focus on aligning our mission with our values, instilling a culture of high reliability, and encouraging our employees to maximize engagement. We believe that a motivated team is essential to providing exceptional care and creating a welcoming environment for our patients.
Our dedicated Board of Directors plays a vital role in our organization. With 51% of board members who are actual patients of CHWC, they bring invaluable insights and perspectives that help shape our services to better meet the needs of our community.
Together, we lead with purpose and passion, driving our mission forward and ensuring success for our organization and those we serve.
Sincerely,
Joanne Borduas
Chief Executive Officer
Contact: [email protected]
860-489-0931
At Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC), our leadership team is the heart of our mission, dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients and fostering healthier communities. We are passionate about our work, guided by a strong culture of commitment to delivering quality healthcare and keeping our communities informed and supported.
Our leaders focus on aligning our mission with our values, instilling a culture of high reliability, and encouraging our employees to maximize engagement. We believe that a motivated team is essential to providing exceptional care and creating a welcoming environment for our patients.
Our dedicated Board of Directors plays a vital role in our organization. With 51% of board members who are actual patients of CHWC, they bring invaluable insights and perspectives that help shape our services to better meet the needs of our community.
Together, we lead with purpose and passion, driving our mission forward and ensuring success for our organization and those we serve.
Sincerely,
Joanne Borduas
Chief Executive Officer
Contact: [email protected]
860-489-0931
Joanne's Bio
Joanne Borduas serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC), the only comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Northwest Connecticut. In this role, she oversees the organization's operations, managing approximately 33,000 annual patient visits across three health centers in Torrington, Winsted, and North Canaan, serving the surrounding towns. With a career spanning over 37 years, Joanne is dedicated to addressing health inequities and ensuring that quality healthcare is available to everyone. In recognition of her exceptional leadership and selfless service to the Northwest Corner, Joanne was awarded the prestigious 2024 Community Leader Award by the Northwest Connecticut Chamber of Commerce.
Joanne's extensive healthcare experience includes roles as Chief Nursing Officer, Interim CEO of an FQHC, and Administrative Director of Ambulatory Services for a 400-bed acute care hospital. She was also a key member of the healthcare administration team that established Waterbury's open heart surgery program, a significant advancement in regional healthcare. Since joining CHWC, she has expanded the organization from one to three sites and increased the number of School-Based Health Centers to include all seven schools in the Torrington District and three in the Region 1 School District.
As CHWC's leader, Joanne is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive healthcare to all residents of the Northwest Corner, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Under her leadership, CHWC offers a full range of integrated healthcare services, including primary care, women's health, pediatrics, chronic disease management, chiropractic care, podiatry, dental services, behavioral health, and on-site pharmacy and laboratory services. Her strategic vision has not only improved healthcare access but also made it more inclusive, with community health workers addressing social determinants of health such as access to healthy food, affordable housing, transportation, and language assistance.
Joanne holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Connecticut State University and a Master of Science in Nursing, as well as a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management from the University of Phoenix. She extends her influence beyond CHWC, serving as President of the Board of Directors for the Community Health Care Association of Connecticut, Chair of the Healthcare Council of the Northwest CT Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the Advisory Board for Primary Care Benchmarking Costs for the Office of Healthcare Strategy and the Office of Governor Ned Lamont.
Joanne has also been active in community service, mentoring high school students in a leadership and mentorship program, helping them explore and set directions for careers in healthcare.
Joanne's advocacy has taken her to the Connecticut State Capitol, where she testified before the Human Services Committee to emphasize the importance of reasonable Medicaid reimbursement rates for community health centers. As a champion of quality healthcare that is available and affordable, her focus on enhancing healthcare access and her role as a leading advocate for rural healthcare have significantly improved the quality of life for thousands of families in Northwest Connecticut.
Joanne's extensive healthcare experience includes roles as Chief Nursing Officer, Interim CEO of an FQHC, and Administrative Director of Ambulatory Services for a 400-bed acute care hospital. She was also a key member of the healthcare administration team that established Waterbury's open heart surgery program, a significant advancement in regional healthcare. Since joining CHWC, she has expanded the organization from one to three sites and increased the number of School-Based Health Centers to include all seven schools in the Torrington District and three in the Region 1 School District.
As CHWC's leader, Joanne is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive healthcare to all residents of the Northwest Corner, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Under her leadership, CHWC offers a full range of integrated healthcare services, including primary care, women's health, pediatrics, chronic disease management, chiropractic care, podiatry, dental services, behavioral health, and on-site pharmacy and laboratory services. Her strategic vision has not only improved healthcare access but also made it more inclusive, with community health workers addressing social determinants of health such as access to healthy food, affordable housing, transportation, and language assistance.
Joanne holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Connecticut State University and a Master of Science in Nursing, as well as a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management from the University of Phoenix. She extends her influence beyond CHWC, serving as President of the Board of Directors for the Community Health Care Association of Connecticut, Chair of the Healthcare Council of the Northwest CT Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the Advisory Board for Primary Care Benchmarking Costs for the Office of Healthcare Strategy and the Office of Governor Ned Lamont.
Joanne has also been active in community service, mentoring high school students in a leadership and mentorship program, helping them explore and set directions for careers in healthcare.
Joanne's advocacy has taken her to the Connecticut State Capitol, where she testified before the Human Services Committee to emphasize the importance of reasonable Medicaid reimbursement rates for community health centers. As a champion of quality healthcare that is available and affordable, her focus on enhancing healthcare access and her role as a leading advocate for rural healthcare have significantly improved the quality of life for thousands of families in Northwest Connecticut.
Board of Directors
Officers
- Edward Arum - Chair
- Jeff Geddes - Vice Chair
- Maria Gonzalez - Treasurer
- Kimberly Aguilar- Secretary
- Joanne Borduas - Ex-Officio, President/CEO
- Joel Hansen
- Kathleen Whalen
- Moe Chislum
- Jacque Williams
Executive Leadership Team
- Chief Executive Officer: Joanne Borduas, MSN, MBA
- Chief Operating Officer: Gina Burrows, APRN, MSN, NEA-BC
- Chief Medical Officer: Sarah Humphreys, MD, MPH
Senior Leadership Team
- Director of Development: Kelly Baxter Spitz
- Director of Finance: Laura LaCombe
- Director of Human Resources: Erin Blasko
- Senior Director, Quality and Risk Management: Ann M. Iannantuoni, RN, BSN
- Clinical Medical Director: Melanie Mollica, APRN
- Psychiatric Medical Director: Bryan Boffi, MD
- Clinical Director Behavioral Health: Nicole Beaulieu, PMHNP, FNP-BC
- Director of Nursing: Michelle Jose, RN, BSN
- Director of Patient Access & Revenue Cycle Management: Megan Leonard
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TORRINGTON
469 Migeon Avenue, Torrington, CT 06790 (860) 489-0931 Fax (860) 489-3325 Monday to Friday, 8:30am -5:00pm Thursdays, 8:30am-8:00pm |
WINSTED
10 Center Street, Winsted, CT 06098 (860) 238-4211 Fax (860) 489-3325 Monday, Wednesday- Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm Tuesday: Closed |
NORTH CANAAN
6-8 East Main Street, North Canaan, CT 06018 (860) 362-5101 Fax (959) 227-9008 Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm |
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CHWC and its employees are deemed federal and Public Health Service employees.
Community Health and Wellness Center (CHWC) is an award-winning 501(x)(3) non-profit Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) dedicated to serving the underserved throughout Northwestern Connecticut.
Community Health and Wellness Center (CHWC) is an award-winning 501(x)(3) non-profit Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) dedicated to serving the underserved throughout Northwestern Connecticut.
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