Community Health & Wellness Hosting “Care Connect” Event

TORRINGTON, CT, March 24—Community Health & Wellness Center has partnered with Friendly Hands Food Bank to host a “Care Connect” event on Tuesday, March 29th, from 11 am until 1 pm, in the medical lobby of their 469 Migeon Avenue location. 

The final “Care Connect” in a series organized by Friendly Hands Food Bank, the CHWC event sponsors include the B.E.R.E.A.D.Y. Project, Torrington Community Soup Kitchen, Greenwoods Referral Service, Dunkin’ Torrington and Harwinton, and Mr. & Mrs. Beebe of Winsted.

“Care Connect” is free and open to the public.  During the event, CHWC will provide COVID vaccine information, information on diabetes education, blood pressure screenings, HIV and Hep C testing, information on its Behavioral Health services and group sessions, and information on dental services.  CHWC will also be handing out home test kits for COVID, masks, and glucometers. 
Giveaways by Friendly Hands and event sponsors include clothing, toiletries, shoes, gift cards, and more.  Free lunch will also be available for those who attend.
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“We are pleased to join forces with Friendly Hands Food Bank once again,” says Joanne Borduas, CEO, CHWC.  “Access to medical care, addressing food insecurity and shelter are critical needs in our communities and we are pleased to be a partner in helping to alleviate some of those burdens.   By partnering with Friendly Hands and the “Care Connect” sponsors, we are helping to make our communities stronger and healthier.”