Meriden Health Department
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time when every person should consider what she or he can do to help raise awareness to promote the end of domestic violence in Meriden, the state of Connecticut, and our nation as a whole.
All Meriden residents are invited to attend a Domestic Violence Prevention Ceremony to be held on Thursday, October 16, from 6:00-7:30pm. The event will be on the front steps of Meriden City Hall, 142 East Main Street. This event is being sponsored by the Meriden/Wallingford Chrysalis, which provides a variety of services to anyone who experiences domestic violence. Chrysalis also operates a 24-hour toll free hotline, 1-888-774-2900. Victims of domestic violence are urged to call the number for help.
Domestic violence is one of the most critical public health issues facing women and children today; every member of our society feels its impact. Domestic violence does not discriminate; it affects people of all races, religions and cultures, regardless of where they live or their economic status. Victims can include male, female, opposite sex and same-sex relationships. Let’s all work together to take a stand to end domestic violence and educate our friends and family on the importance of this issue.
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MidState Medical Center’s Pink Partini Fashion Show Returns
Governor M. Jodi Rell Serves as Honorary Chair
Treat yourself to a Ladies’ Night Out. Call up your friends for an evening of fun. And see fall’s latest fashions—all while supporting MidState Medical Center’s Cancer Center. The Pink Partini Fashion Show was a tremendous success last year, and will be held again at the Aqua Turf on Tuesday, October 28, 6-9 p.m. Come see a whole new cast of models—cancer survivors, administrators, directors, nurses, physicians, and their children— strut their stuff down the catwalk.
MidState is privileged to have Governor M. Jodi Rell serve as the Honorary Chair at this year’s event. Governor Rell, also a breast cancer survivor, received the Mary Waterman Award from the Breast Cancer Alliance for her “outstanding individual achievement in the search for a cure for breast cancer.” Depending upon her schedule, Governor Rell may or may not be present for the event.
We are also pleased to once again have the Medical Oncology and Hematology, PC group as the Pink Partini’s major sponsor.
Last year, over 400 people attended the first ever Pink Partini Fashion Show. The Aqua Turf was transformed into a pink wonderland with lighted martini glass centerpieces and signature pink ribbon pins worn by every attendee. MidState Medical Center staff hopes to match the excitement of last year’s event.
This year’s fashions are courtesy of Kimberly Boutique of West Hartford, The Dressing Room of Wallingford, Lyn Evans of West Hartford, Kuboo’s Children’s Boutique of West Hartford, and Modern Formals of Meriden, North Haven and Southington, with hair styled by Hilites and makeup provided by Motives.
Guests will enjoy hors d’ oeuvres, desserts, cocktails, a signature “Dream Girl” martini, complimentary hand massages and pink ribbon nail appliqués. The “Think Pink Boutique” will feature porcelain dolls, handmade jewelry, handbags, body creams, soaps, and notable Breast Cancer Awareness items. Musical entertainment is provided by Rico Entertainment.
Tickets are $50 and include open bar and refreshments. All proceeds benefit MidState’s Cancer Center. The Pink Partini Fashion Show was a sold-out event last year, so those who wish to attend are encouraged to reserve tickets as soon as possible. For more information, contact Dawn Papallo at the hospital’s Development office at 203-694-8742. Cause a stir for a great cause!
MidState Medical Center’s Breast Symposium
Date: October 7, 2008
Place: Augusta Curtis Cultural Center
Time: 5:00 to 8:00 pm
6 pm-Speakers:
Breast Care Update Kathy Clements
Expressive Therapies for Coping
Art Therapy Carolyn Burgess
Music Therapy Heather Wagner
7 pm-Keynote Speaker:
The Role of Acupuncture in Cancer and Coping
Dr. Jordan Goetz, MD (45 minutes) Questions and Answers
Dinner will be served at 5:00 pm on the Main Level Music: Tara Lesco, Pianist with MidState Medical Center Music Therapy Program There is no charge for this event but Reservations are Required Please call 203-694-8353
MidState Medical Center Breaks Ground for Expansion
Two-Year Project Will Give Birth to New Emergency Department and Inpatient Rooms
MidState Medical Center recently broke ground for its largest expansion project to date, a $45 million endeavor that will include the construction of a new, enlarged Emergency Department, with double the number of private treatment spaces.
When the hospital opened in its current Meriden location in 1998, the Emergency Department was designed to handle 26,000 annual visits. Current numbers show the department has been seeing double that number of visits, highlighting the tremendous need for a larger facility.
In addition to the Emergency Department, the project includes adding 14 inpatient medical-surgical beds and a new hospital entrance. About 100,000 square feet of space and a fourth floor of "shell" space will be added, which could accommodate outpatient or inpatient services or medical offices in the future.
Hospital staff and community leaders gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony on the south side of the hospital in early September to watch the ceremonious first dig. In her opening remarks, MidState President & CEO, Lucille Janatka, said, "Emergency Department workers here today tell me they love the sound of construction. We have to give them great kudos for the work they do in the space they have now."
Meriden Mayor Michael S. Rohde also praised the phenomenal job of MidState staff since opening its “brand-new hospital” in 1998.
Elliot Joseph, President and CEO of Hartford Hospital and Hartford HealthCare, which includes MidState, noted how impressed he was by MidState's high ratings for patient and employee satisfaction. "One of the things I've noticed here,” commented Elliot, “is the pride that everybody here has for this hospital.”
MidState’s expansion project is expected to be completed by July 2010. Thus far, the hospital’s Development team has raised $1 million for the project through the generous support of local foundations, private individuals, and the hospital’s Auxiliary, committing to a 5-year pledge of $300,000.
MidState News and Events
CANCER CENTER Family Night November 5, 2008 6:00 to 8:00pm A free two-hour workshop for patients, or caregivers with cancer, their partners and their children, ages 5-12.Through fun games and creative activities, the whole family will have a chance to talk about cancer in a supportive setting. Registration required – Pizza, salad and dessert will be served Horwitz Conference Center, Room 2 & 3, 2nd Fl @ MidState Medical Center Presenters: Collaboration between MidState Medical Center – DianeLafferty, LCSW, OSW-C, Harold Leever Cancer Center- Melissa Seres, LCSW, OSW-C, and Cancer Care- Marilyn Wald, LCSWContact: Diane Lafferty at 203-694-8669 OR Melissa Seres at 203-575-5511 LaPLANCHE CLINIC All Programs will be held at LaPlanche Clinic – Meriden Senior Center lower level, 22-26 West Main St, Meriden unless otherwise specified. Please contact Jackie Hackbarth at237-0300 (Mon-Tues-Wed)Diabetes Education Series Monday, October 6, 2008 1:00 – 2:00 pm “Diabetes update 2008”Christina Plantier, P.A. “Diet and Diabetes” – What you Need to Know. Monday, October 20, 2008 1:00 – 2:00 pm Anne Young, Registered Dietitian
“Prevention and Treatment of Eye Problems in the Diabetic” Monday, October 27, 2008 1:00 – 2:00pm Dr. John Redmond, Ophthalmologist “Proper Foot Care for the Diabetic” Monday, November 3, 2008 1:00 – 2:00pm Dr. Tina Boucher, Podiatrist
Keep those Ghosts and Goblins Safe this Halloween
Safety Tips for a Safe Halloween from the Meriden Health Department:
Children should–
Go only to well-lit houses and stay on porches – do not go into homes or apartments.
Travel in small groups with an adult.
Know their phone number and carry coins for emergency telephone calls.
Have their names and addresses attached to the inside of costumes.
Bring treats home before eating them so parents can inspect them.
Use costume knives and swords that are flexible, not rigid or sharp.
When walking in neighborhoods, they should–
Use flashlights, stay on sidewalks, and avoid crossing yards.
Cross streets at the corner, use crosswalks (where they exist), and do not cross between parked cars.
Stop at all corners and stay together in a group before crossing.
Wear clothing that is bright, reflective, and flame retardant.
Consider using face paint instead of masks. (Masks can block a child's vision.)
Avoid wearing hats that will slide over their eyes.
Avoid wearing long, baggy, or loose costumes or oversized shoes (to prevent tripping).
Be reminded to look left, right, and left again before crossing the street.
Parents and adults should–
Supervise the outing for children under age 12.
Establish a curfew (a return time) for older children.
Prepare homes for trick-or-treaters by clearing porches, lawns, and sidewalks and by placing jack-o-lanterns away from doorways and landings.
Avoid giving choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies, or small toys as treats to young children.
Have trick-or-treaters eat a meal before they go out - this way they will be less tempted to eat treats before they are checked for safety.
Inspect all candy for safety before children eat it. When in doubt, throw it out.
Center for Successful Aging Community Events for October
The Center for Successful Aging and MidState’s LaPlanche Clinic will be jointly sponsoring two community events in October. All events are free and open to the public.
1. “Brain Power” – October 28, 2008, from 10:30-11:30am, in the mezzanine room at the Meriden Senior Center. This interactive presentation will include 10 ways to maintain your brain, including diet, exercise, and mental and social activities, tips for making the most of your memory, and recognizing what’s normal memory loss and what is not. Maria Tomasetti from the CT Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will be the presenter.
2. “Potpourri of Poetry and Pie”, a kick-off event for a new monthly program starting in January 2009. Join us for coffee, pie and conversation with accomplished poets Ruth Kahn, John Kenny, and Frank Charge. The event will be held on October 29, starting at 1:00 in the main floor meeting room at the Meriden Senior Center.
For more information on these programs please contact Julie Johnson at the Meriden Health Department, 630-4244.
Meriden Health Department – Keeping You Healthy
Total Cholesterol Screening
October 21, 2008, from 9:00-11:30am. Screenings are held at 165 Miller Street. The cost is $10.00, and includes the screening and cholesterol tracking card. Call 630-4234 to make your appointment
Lunch and Learn – Call 9-1-1! Cardiac and Breathing Problems in Adults
October 22, 2008, from 12:30-1:30 at the Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street. Learn how to recognize and prevent heart disease and stroke, and how to care for cardiac and breathing emergencies in adults. Try CPR on a manikin, and review care for choking. Bring your bag lunch; light snacks will be provided. Presented by Lea Crown, Community Health Educator, as part of the W.I.S.H.H. healthy heart program. Call 630-4238 to reserve a spot.
Community Challenge – Waist Management
Calling all Meriden residents and businesses! The Meriden Health Department has a mission for you, if you choose to accept it. It’s called “Waist Management” – we challenge you to not gain more than 5 pounds over the upcoming holiday season. Think you can do it? Know others that you can team up with?
A kick-off meeting for this program will be held on Wednesday, November 5, from 6-7:30pm, at the Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street. Gather your team and learn tips on how to keep the pounds off over the holidays and pick up your team packet. More information on this program will be at
http://www.meridenhealth.com/, or you can call the Community Health Education office at 630-4238.
Volunteers Needed for American Cancer Society Relay For LifeWalkers, cancer survivors (anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer), community leaders, team captains, and dedicated workers are all needed to make the American Cancer Society Relay For Life a reality in the Meriden-Wallingford communities. The first volunteer committee meeting for the American Cancer Society Relay For Life will be held on October 15, 2008 at 5:45 pm at American Cancer Society office in Meriden to begin planning the event designed to raise funds and awareness of the fight against cancer in the Meriden-Wallingford Communities.
Relay For Life is a unique fundraising event that allows participants from all walks of life – including patients, medical support staff, corporations, civic and other organizations, and community volunteers – to celebrate, remember and fight back against cancer. Relay For Life is a team event where participants walk around a track relay-style overnight. Teams of cancer-fighting enthusiasts will gather at Platt High School on May 29, 2009 to show their support and dedication. Volunteers from the Meriden andWallingford communities are now needed to begin planning for this event.
"Relay For Life is as much an awareness raiser about the progress against cancer as it is a fundraiser," said Crystal James, Community Executive at the American Cancer Society. “Individuals who are willing to give their time and energy to this exciting event as a volunteer or participant have made a commitment to fight back against this disease and let the community know that you can beat cancer.”
Volunteers are needed to organize and recruit teams, seek community support, underwrite, coordinate logistics, find refreshments and prizes, plan entertainment, and lend their support in any way. If you would like to join the Relay For Life in Meriden-Wallingford as a volunteer or team participant, contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345 or online at
http://www.cancer.org/.
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service.
MidState Medical Center’s Breast Symposium
Date: October 7, 2008
Place: Augusta Curtis Cultural Center
Time: 5:00 to 8:00 pm
6 pm-Speakers:
Breast Care Update Kathy Clements
Expressive Therapies for Coping
Art Therapy Carolyn Burgess
Music Therapy Heather Wagner
7 pm-Keynote Speaker:
The Role of Acupuncture in Cancer and Coping
Dr. Jordan Goetz, MD (45 minutes) Questions and Answers
Dinner will be served at 5:00 pm on the Main Level Music: Tara Lesco, Pianist with MidState Medical Center Music Therapy Program There is no charge for this event but Reservations are Required Please call 203-694-8353
MidState Medical Center Breaks Ground for Expansion
Two-Year Project Will Give Birth to New Emergency Department and Inpatient Rooms
MidState Medical Center recently broke ground for its largest expansion project to date, a $45 million endeavor that will include the construction of a new, enlarged Emergency Department, with double the number of private treatment spaces.
When the hospital opened in its current Meriden location in 1998, the Emergency Department was designed to handle 26,000 annual visits. Current numbers show the department has been seeing double that number of visits, highlighting the tremendous need for a larger facility.
In addition to the Emergency Department, the project includes adding 14 inpatient medical-surgical beds and a new hospital entrance. About 100,000 square feet of space and a fourth floor of "shell" space will be added, which could accommodate outpatient or inpatient services or medical offices in the future.
Hospital staff and community leaders gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony on the south side of the hospital in early September to watch the ceremonious first dig. In her opening remarks, MidState President & CEO, Lucille Janatka, said, "Emergency Department workers here today tell me they love the sound of construction. We have to give them great kudos for the work they do in the space they have now."
Meriden Mayor Michael S. Rohde also praised the phenomenal job of MidState staff since opening its “brand-new hospital” in 1998.
Elliot Joseph, President and CEO of Hartford Hospital and Hartford HealthCare, which includes MidState, noted how impressed he was by MidState's high ratings for patient and employee satisfaction. "One of the things I've noticed here,” commented Elliot, “is the pride that everybody here has for this hospital.”
MidState’s expansion project is expected to be completed by July 2010. Thus far, the hospital’s Development team has raised $1 million for the project through the generous support of local foundations, private individuals, and the hospital’s Auxiliary, committing to a 5-year pledge of $300,000.
MidState News and Events
CANCER CENTER Family Night November 5, 2008 6:00 to 8:00pm A free two-hour workshop for patients, or caregivers with cancer, their partners and their children, ages 5-12.Through fun games and creative activities, the whole family will have a chance to talk about cancer in a supportive setting. Registration required – Pizza, salad and dessert will be served Horwitz Conference Center, Room 2 & 3, 2nd Fl @ MidState Medical Center Presenters: Collaboration between MidState Medical Center – DianeLafferty, LCSW, OSW-C, Harold Leever Cancer Center- Melissa Seres, LCSW, OSW-C, and Cancer Care- Marilyn Wald, LCSWContact: Diane Lafferty at 203-694-8669 OR Melissa Seres at 203-575-5511 LaPLANCHE CLINIC All Programs will be held at LaPlanche Clinic – Meriden Senior Center lower level, 22-26 West Main St, Meriden unless otherwise specified. Please contact Jackie Hackbarth at237-0300 (Mon-Tues-Wed)Diabetes Education Series Monday, October 6, 2008 1:00 – 2:00 pm “Diabetes update 2008”Christina Plantier, P.A. “Diet and Diabetes” – What you Need to Know. Monday, October 20, 2008 1:00 – 2:00 pm Anne Young, Registered Dietitian
“Prevention and Treatment of Eye Problems in the Diabetic” Monday, October 27, 2008 1:00 – 2:00pm Dr. John Redmond, Ophthalmologist “Proper Foot Care for the Diabetic” Monday, November 3, 2008 1:00 – 2:00pm Dr. Tina Boucher, Podiatrist
Keep those Ghosts and Goblins Safe this Halloween
Safety Tips for a Safe Halloween from the Meriden Health Department:
Children should–
Go only to well-lit houses and stay on porches – do not go into homes or apartments.
Travel in small groups with an adult.
Know their phone number and carry coins for emergency telephone calls.
Have their names and addresses attached to the inside of costumes.
Bring treats home before eating them so parents can inspect them.
Use costume knives and swords that are flexible, not rigid or sharp.
When walking in neighborhoods, they should–
Use flashlights, stay on sidewalks, and avoid crossing yards.
Cross streets at the corner, use crosswalks (where they exist), and do not cross between parked cars.
Stop at all corners and stay together in a group before crossing.
Wear clothing that is bright, reflective, and flame retardant.
Consider using face paint instead of masks. (Masks can block a child's vision.)
Avoid wearing hats that will slide over their eyes.
Avoid wearing long, baggy, or loose costumes or oversized shoes (to prevent tripping).
Be reminded to look left, right, and left again before crossing the street.
Parents and adults should–
Supervise the outing for children under age 12.
Establish a curfew (a return time) for older children.
Prepare homes for trick-or-treaters by clearing porches, lawns, and sidewalks and by placing jack-o-lanterns away from doorways and landings.
Avoid giving choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies, or small toys as treats to young children.
Have trick-or-treaters eat a meal before they go out - this way they will be less tempted to eat treats before they are checked for safety.
Inspect all candy for safety before children eat it. When in doubt, throw it out.
Center for Successful Aging Community Events for October
The Center for Successful Aging and MidState’s LaPlanche Clinic will be jointly sponsoring two community events in October. All events are free and open to the public.
1. “Brain Power” – October 28, 2008, from 10:30-11:30am, in the mezzanine room at the Meriden Senior Center. This interactive presentation will include 10 ways to maintain your brain, including diet, exercise, and mental and social activities, tips for making the most of your memory, and recognizing what’s normal memory loss and what is not. Maria Tomasetti from the CT Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will be the presenter.
2. “Potpourri of Poetry and Pie”, a kick-off event for a new monthly program starting in January 2009. Join us for coffee, pie and conversation with accomplished poets Ruth Kahn, John Kenny, and Frank Charge. The event will be held on October 29, starting at 1:00 in the main floor meeting room at the Meriden Senior Center.
For more information on these programs please contact Julie Johnson at the Meriden Health Department, 630-4244.
Meriden Health Department – Keeping You Healthy
Total Cholesterol Screening
October 21, 2008, from 9:00-11:30am. Screenings are held at 165 Miller Street. The cost is $10.00, and includes the screening and cholesterol tracking card. Call 630-4234 to make your appointment
Lunch and Learn – Call 9-1-1! Cardiac and Breathing Problems in Adults
October 22, 2008, from 12:30-1:30 at the Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street. Learn how to recognize and prevent heart disease and stroke, and how to care for cardiac and breathing emergencies in adults. Try CPR on a manikin, and review care for choking. Bring your bag lunch; light snacks will be provided. Presented by Lea Crown, Community Health Educator, as part of the W.I.S.H.H. healthy heart program. Call 630-4238 to reserve a spot.
Community Challenge – Waist Management
Calling all Meriden residents and businesses! The Meriden Health Department has a mission for you, if you choose to accept it. It’s called “Waist Management” – we challenge you to not gain more than 5 pounds over the upcoming holiday season. Think you can do it? Know others that you can team up with?
A kick-off meeting for this program will be held on Wednesday, November 5, from 6-7:30pm, at the Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller Street. Gather your team and learn tips on how to keep the pounds off over the holidays and pick up your team packet. More information on this program will be at http://www.meridenhealth.com/, or you can call the Community Health Education office at 630-4238.
Volunteers Needed for American Cancer Society Relay For LifeWalkers, cancer survivors (anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer), community leaders, team captains, and dedicated workers are all needed to make the American Cancer Society Relay For Life a reality in the Meriden-Wallingford communities. The first volunteer committee meeting for the American Cancer Society Relay For Life will be held on October 15, 2008 at 5:45 pm at American Cancer Society office in Meriden to begin planning the event designed to raise funds and awareness of the fight against cancer in the Meriden-Wallingford Communities.
Relay For Life is a unique fundraising event that allows participants from all walks of life – including patients, medical support staff, corporations, civic and other organizations, and community volunteers – to celebrate, remember and fight back against cancer. Relay For Life is a team event where participants walk around a track relay-style overnight. Teams of cancer-fighting enthusiasts will gather at Platt High School on May 29, 2009 to show their support and dedication. Volunteers from the Meriden andWallingford communities are now needed to begin planning for this event.
"Relay For Life is as much an awareness raiser about the progress against cancer as it is a fundraiser," said Crystal James, Community Executive at the American Cancer Society. “Individuals who are willing to give their time and energy to this exciting event as a volunteer or participant have made a commitment to fight back against this disease and let the community know that you can beat cancer.”
Volunteers are needed to organize and recruit teams, seek community support, underwrite, coordinate logistics, find refreshments and prizes, plan entertainment, and lend their support in any way. If you would like to join the Relay For Life in Meriden-Wallingford as a volunteer or team participant, contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345 or online at http://www.cancer.org/.
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service.
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