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Cooling centers will be available throughout Connecticut. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by viewing the last that will be published online at www.211ct.org or calling 2-1-1. Continue Reading →
Family Centers celebrated the expansion of The Mark Family Dental Health Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, recognizing the generosity of principal donors Arlene and Reuben Mark and the federal and community partners whose support made the project possible. Continue Reading →
The June 20 Open Water Swim Benefits Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy and Honors Two Decades of Community Support. Continue Reading →
In total, more than 252,000 Connecticut residents who’ve been struggling with medical bills have had more than $513 million in medical debt cancelled since the initiative began in 2024. Continue Reading →
Crisis call volume in Connecticut has increased nearly 350 percent since the 2022 launch of 988. In FY 2025 alone, 988 CT responded to more than 55,000 calls. Continue Reading →
Gun violence continues to be one of the leading causes of deaths of
children and teens, and in Connecticut 151 people were killed in 2025. Continue Reading →
These spaces are graciously donated, allowing us to provide free support and a wealth of information to help family and friends navigate the overwhelming challenges of supporting loved ones with a mental health condition. Our meetings provide a safe place for people to share their experiences and offer hope for hundreds of others. Continue Reading →
The YMCA of Greenwich welcomed more than 450 attendees to its annual Healthy Kids Day, marking the largest turnout in the event’s history. YMCA staff members hosted a wide variety of activities throughout the building, including:
• Make-your-own sunflower pots
• DIY organic bird feeders
• Slime making stations
• Tie-dye t-shirt creation
• Push-up and squat contests
• Water safety games
• An obstacle course experience for kids Continue Reading →
This Milestone Event Honors Two Decades of Making Waves to Fight Cancer Through Swimming ½-mile, 1.5-miles or 3-miles and a Fun Kids’ Splash. Continue Reading →
The event included organizations that raise awareness of addiction including gambling, substance misuse, mental health and co-occurring disorders. Continue Reading →