From the outset, the COVID-19 pandemic brought about unprecedented challenges and hardships for families across the country. In short, it proved to be a time of need for so many. Under the guidance of the Help Me Grow National Center, Help Me Grow systems nationwide rallied to meet […]
By: Jennifer Haile, MD, and Chris Corcoran One year ago, we first heard the phrase “shelter in place.” No one knew the effects this would have on our children, and we still don’t. One thing we did know was that children were going to be staying in their […]
By: Lauren Dominique Team members of Connecticut Children’s Office for Community Child Health (the Office) recently embraced an opportunity to participate in a shared reading and discussion group to advance their understanding of the ongoing inequities faced by people of color. The team was invited by the Office’s […]
By: Paul H. Dworkin, MD With great sadness, I share my reflections on the passing of our dear friend and beloved colleague, Joanna Bogin. Joanna was the first manager of the Help Me Grow (HMG) National Center, leading our HMG dissemination efforts even prior to our evolution to […]
Women have made a remarkable impact on the healthcare field. As part of Connecticut Children’s diversity, equity and inclusion journey to strengthen our culture in our 25th year of service to children and families, we continue to celebrate the accomplishments of diverse medical pioneers. These are the physicians, […]
By: Scott Orsey I just lived a deeply insightful week that I believe would challenge even the most steadfast worldview. It came months into a department-wide introspection called our Pathways to Action initiative, which involved holding town hall meetings for team members to reflect on our office culture […]
By: Jacquelyn M. Rose, MPH In an ordinary year, I develop a work plan to guide the strategic priorities and efforts of Childhood Prosperity Lab, which oversees the social innovation efforts of Connecticut Children’s Office for Community Child Health (the Office). The plan enables me to map out […]
Connecticut Children’s celebrates its 25th year of service to children and families this year. The milestone comes as we also embark on a journey to enhance our culture related to diversity, equity and inclusion. This journey will ensure team members, patients, families and community partners all feel respected […]
