​North Canaan CT, April 24, 2024 – Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC) is thrilled to announce an Open House event for its new Regional Healthcare Center in North Canaan on Saturday, May 11, from 10 am to 1 pm. This event celebrates the grand opening of the latest addition to CHWC's network, providing comprehensive medical and mental health services to the Northwest Corner of Connecticut.
 
Joanne Borduas, CEO of CHWC, expressed her gratitude for the community's support, saying, "It truly takes a village to make something like this happen. We are overwhelmed by the warmth and encouragement from the Northwest Corner as we open our doors. Thanks to the generosity of so many individuals and organizations, we can now offer vital healthcare services to the people in all the surrounding towns. We are excited to welcome everyone to our Open House and to share our vision for a healthier community.”
 
The new center was designed with the community in mind, featuring a welcoming and tranquil environment. Local interior designer Katie Baldwin explained, "We aimed to create a space that is as inviting and comfortable as it is functional. By incorporating colors and themes from the natural landscape, and original art from local artists, we wanted to make patients feel at home in their medical center."
 
CHWC's new Regional Healthcare Center will offer a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including primary care, women's health, pediatrics, chronic disease management, chiropractic care, and behavioral health services. Community Health Workers will be on hand to help patients with social determinants of health, like access to healthy food, affordable housing, transportation, and language assistance as well as health insurance enrollment. CHWC provides high-quality, affordable, and accessible care, accepting HUSKY, Medicare, and most commercial insurances, with financial assistance available for those who qualify.
 
The Open House provides a unique opportunity for the public to tour the new facility and learn about the range of services offered. Visitors are encouraged to meet the CHWC team (many of them local residents) and discover the comprehensive care available at the new center. The hours of the new Regional Healthcare Center in North Canaan will be Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Appointments can be made by calling 860-362-5101.
 
The facility, located at 6-8 East Main Street, North Canaan, was designed by CT-based architect Craig Chasse of Architectural Studio 3C, and constructed by PAC Group, also based in Connecticut.
 
About Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC): Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC) is an award-winning 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and the sole comprehensive Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) in the northwest corner of Connecticut, serving 24 towns through three health centers and school-based health centers in all seven Torrington schools and now three Region One schools. CHWC delivers a full range of integrated healthcare services, including medical, dental, chiropractic, nutrition, podiatry, and mental health, with in-house lab and pharmacy services. With locations in Torrington, Winsted, and now North Canaan, CHWC serves over 6,000 patients, providing a sliding fee scale for those who need financial assistance.
 
For more information, contact: Kimberly Rock Communications Consultant/Strategic Advisor, Community Health & Wellness Center, [email protected]

​Northwest Litchfield County, CT, April 15, 2024 — Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC), the sole Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) providing comprehensive services in the northwest corner of Connecticut, announced a generous gift for the launch of its new regional health care center in North Canaan. The Northwest CT Community Foundation (NCCF) has awarded a significant multi-year grant of $75,000 to aid in acquiring essential medical equipment for the center.
 
CHWC’s new Regional Healthcare Center for the Northwest Corner will offer integrated medical and behavioral health services. The initiative aims to address the pressing crisis in rural healthcare, including the lack of providers, limited access to care, and transportation challenges, impacting both financially stable families and those less fortunate.
 
CHWC CEO Joanne Borduas stated, “The grant from the Northwest CT Community Foundation arrives at a crucial juncture as we prepare to open our new Regional Healthcare Center in North Canaan on May 13th. This support will be instrumental in ensuring top-quality medical and behavioral health services for our community by helping us acquire the necessary equipment needed to care for patients. We are grateful for NCCF’s commitment and support in this critical initiative to improve healthcare access in our rural community.”
 
NCCF’s president, Guy Rovezzi said, “Improving the lives of the people of the Northwest Corner is core to our mission at NCCF. With that as our guiding principle, we are proud to be a part of this essential initiative to address a critical need for accessible healthcare in our rural community.”
 
In becoming a founding funder, The Northwest CT Community Foundation joins the State of CT, Foundation for Community Health, Sharon Hospital/Nuvance Health, Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation and BTCF’s Fund for the Northwest Corner in supporting this transformational initiative. Funders will be acknowledged at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 10th, followed by a public open house on Saturday, May 11th from 10 am – 1 pm. Appointments will be available beginning May 13th.
 
As CHWC moves forward with this groundbreaking project, the organization is eager to engage with the community, honor its dedicated supporters, and motivate additional partners to join this transformative endeavor.
 
For media inquiries or more information about this announcement, please contact:
Kimberly Rock Communications Consultant/Strategic Advisor Community Health & Wellness Center [email protected].
 
About Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC): Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC) is an award-winning 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and the sole Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) in the northwest corner of Connecticut, providing comprehensive services. CHWC delivers a range of integrated healthcare services, including medical, dental, chiropractic, nutrition, podiatry, and behavioral health, as well as an in-house lab and pharmacy. CHWC participates with most state and commercial insurance plans, utilizing a sliding fee scale to ensure accessibility for individuals of all financial backgrounds. Serving over 6,000 patients, CHWC operates health centers in Torrington, Winsted, and a newly built center in North Canaan. The organization extends its impact by offering physical and mental health services through school-based health centers in all Torrington schools, with plans to expand to three schools in the Region One school district.
 
About Northwest CT Community Foundation: Established in 1969, the Northwest CT Community Foundation serves 20 towns in Northwest Connecticut. Its total endowment, comprised of more than 280 funds, has grown from initial assets of $15,000 to more than $150 million. Last year, combined grants and scholarships totaled in excess of $5 million.
 

TORRINGTON, CT, April 3--Community Health & Wellness Center (CHWC) announces the appointment of Dr. Jeffrey S. Ott, D.D.S. M.P.H,, as the center’s new Dental Director.
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Dr. Ott is an accomplished practitioner of General Dentistry. He graduated from SUNY at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2009 after completing a BA in International Politics from Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH. 
 
Dr. Ott completed a one-year General Practice Residency at Sacred Heart Hospital in Allentown, PA. Following his residency, he worked for seven years at a robust private practice in Fall River, MA, and then began his transition toward public health.
 
In 2020, Dr. Ott completed his Master of Public Health from George Washington University’s Milken Institute of Public Health in Washington, DC and concurrently shifted his dental focus to underserved populations and communities.
 
Dr. Ott served at East Bay Community Action Program for over five years, which is a community health center in Newport, RI, before signing on to become CHWC’s new Dental Director in 2024.
 
“As a practitioner, I am hoping that my passion for community dentistry will have a positive impact on our patients’ experiences and benefit our entire dental community here at CHWC,” he said.
 
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Ott as our new Dental Director,” said Joanne Borduas, CEO of CHWC. “He is a highly experienced and compassionate provider, and a valuable addition to our growing dental team.”
 
About Community Health and Wellness Center (CHWC):
Community Health and Wellness Center (CHWC) is an award-winning 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and the sole Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) in the northwest corner of Connecticut, providing comprehensive services. CHWC delivers a range of integrated healthcare services, including medical, dental, chiropractic, nutrition, podiatry, and behavioral health, as well as an in-house lab and pharmacy. CHWC participates with most state and commercial insurance plans, utilizing a sliding fee scale to ensure accessibility for individuals of all financial backgrounds. Serving over 6,000 patients, CHWC operates health centers in Torrington, Winsted, and a newly built center in North Canaan. The organization extends its impact by offering physical and mental health services through school-based health centers in all Torrington schools, with plans to expand to three schools in the Region One school district.
 
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