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What We’re Reading this Week (March 2, 2012)

Quite a few of us at the Connecticut Health Foundation (CT Health) are attending the Grantmakers in Health (GIH) annual meeting next week, so my guess is that most of us have been too busy to read this past week! Some of us, however, did find some time. Here’s what’s on our minds. Elizabeth … more >

March 2, 2012

A Creative Approach to Dental Benefits

Have you struggled to find an affordable, effective dental insurance plan? We sure have. (If you know of one please let us know!) Here at the Connecticut Health Foundation (CT Health), we know that proper oral health is critical to strong overall health, so this need was of particular importance … more >

March 1, 2012

Meet Rochel Lantz

Rochel Lantz joined the Connecticut Health Foundation’s (CT Health) Finance and Operations team in January, making her the newest member of our staff. Prior to joining us as a staff member, however, she consulted to CT Health for seven years. She has also consulted to a number of nonprofits, including … more >

February 28, 2012

What We're Reading this Week (February 24, 2012)

The staff here at the Connecticut Health Foundation (CT Health) often shares articles and books we’re reading, and we thought we’d share with you too. Here’s what’s been on our minds. Patricia Baker : Disruptive Forces: Driving a Human Services Revolution from the Alliance for Children & … more >

February 24, 2012

Valentines for School Based Health Centers

Why do students at Brien McMahon, Briggs, and Norwalk High Schools love their school based health centers (SBHCs)? "Because they take their time to help you." "They take care of me and show me a lot of love" "They make you feel welcome and give you personal attention." "I feel … more >

February 23, 2012