Tuesday, February 20, 2018
CNA course to start March 12 at Griffin Hospital in Derby
Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will offer its Accelerated Certified Nursing Assistant program starting March 12. /Contributed photo
DERBY - Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is offering an evening session of its Accelerated Certified Nursing Assistant program starting March 12 to help individuals start a fulfilling career in health care.
The CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed six-week schedule with classes Monday through Thursday from 5-9 p.m.
Course content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care.
The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book, CPR training, and malpractice insurance coverage for the clinical rotation.
The CNA clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long-term care facility from 5-10 p.m. for 40 hours.
After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the state exam for certification as a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut.
For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.
Griffin Hospital's School of Allied Health Careers was one of the first hospital-based schools of its kind to be authorized by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and offers training, education, and certification for Phlebotomy, Nursing Assistant, and Patient Care Technician health care careers.
Classes are taught by certified instructors in the Griffin Hospital Medical Building, 300 Seymour Ave.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
'Turnback Tuesday' features Derby Fur Company
This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features the Derby Fur Co. that was located at 206 Main St., Derby in the early 20th century.
It was said all roads led to the Derby Fur and Dress Shop. Owner I. Loberfeld made it his business to keep his inventory up to date and in style. His shop featured furs made to order, did repairs, and provided storage.
These photos are of a token/coupon given by the company to its customers. The token reads: "Good for $1 for every purchase over $10."
Thanks as always to the Derby Public Library for sharing this interesting local history.
Newsletter highlights Seymour man's inspiring recovery after accident
Dear readers,
Today's Valley Voice newsletter features an inspiring Seymour couple, a panel discussion about human trafficking planned at a church in Derby, and more.
Thanks for reading,
Patti
Health District to host Narcan training at Griffin Hospital in Derby
DERBY - The Naugatuck Valley Overdose Prevention & Education (N.O.P.E.) Campaign will hosting a Narcan & Opioids Community Training Session from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Griffin Hospital Meditation Learning Center.
This training is free and open to the public but registration is required.
Training topics include:
- Overdose Prevention Strategies
- Signs and Symptoms of Overdose
- How to administer Naloxone
- Good Samaritan Law
- Support Information and Resources
Individuals with insurance should bring their insurance (or prescription) card for the mobile pharmacist. Free Narcan kits are available to those who are uninsured.
For information contact Jessica Stelmaszek, 203-881-3255 or at jstelmaszek@nvhd.org.
The hospital is at 130 Division St.
Comedy Night in Westport to benefit Treasured Time
Do you need a laugh? Do you need a night out with a guarantee of stress relief? Then do we have the event for you!
Our Comedy Night Fundraiser March 2 will feature three hilarious Treehouse comedians who are ready to fill the room with laughter.
Our comedians for the night will be Billy Winn, Stephen Arenholz, and Headliner RC Smith.
The Treehouse Comedy Club is located inside the Westport Inn, Westport.
The comedy portion of the evening costs only $25 per person and begins at 7:30 p.m.
The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for those who would like to order appetizers from the Bistro B snack menu.
All snacks are $10 each and include Bacon & Cheese Fries; Chicken Quesadillas; Hummus & Pita; Boneless Chicken Bites; Cheese Nachos; Chips and Salsa. Desserts are available for $7 each, choices are Brownie Sundae or New York Cheesecake.
For more information about Treehouse Comedy’s Funny 4 Funds event, contact Patti Lavernoich at 203-881-1477, patti@treasuredtime.org or visit us on Facebook.
Treasured Time, Inc. is a Connecticut-based 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to grant the wishes of parents with life threatening illnesses who want to create a lasting memory with their children.
With your help, Treasured Time, Inc. can provide families with the “Gift of Moments.”
To see how you can help us make a difference, visit us at www.treasuredtime.org.
*Info shared from a Facebook event page.
Recuperation journey: Foggy morning visitors
I'm pretty sure these are mourning doves on the driveway.
Are you taking my picture?