Klarides-Ditria to host safe virtual 'bell ringing' for Salvation Army

This year, in order to stay COVID-19 friendly, I am hosting a safe and secure virtual “Bell Ringing” through the Salvation Army to collect funds for those in need this holiday season.

The pandemic has changed how we have traditionally done many things, and while Salvation Army bell ringers are still in front of some area stores, I felt it was best to participate online only this year to make it easier for you, and safer for everyone in our community.

If you are able to contribute, please click here to make an online donation, or you can go to www.salvationarmyusa.com to learn of other ways to do good this holiday season; for example, by donating cars, clothing, household goods, airline miles, bonds and stocks, or volunteering for the community.

As a group, the Republican caucuses have raised more than $200,000 for the Salvation Army over the past several years. 

The Salvation Army responds to natural disasters such as wildfires and tornadoes, provides meals and toys to families in need, and conducts research and analyses regarding human needs around the country. 

They also provide adult rehabilitation, veteran services, elderly services, missing person searches, housing assistance, youth recreation, sponsorship, and support in the fight to end human trafficking.

Please consider making a donation and together, we can make a difference!

Thank you,

Nicole

20 Ansonia students, 10 staff at Mead School to quarantine for 14 days

 

Ansonia Nature Center, Kellogg Environmental Center to hold virtual feeder chats

Feeder chats will be held at 9 a.m. Dec. 12 and 26. 

This is a virtual program in collaboration with the Kellogg Environmental Center in Derby and the Ansonia Nature Center. 

There will be two programs a month on Saturdays through March 27.

To register click on link: 
https://coeearegistration.wufoo.com/forms/zhc37vv11qz4ca/

Valley Shakespeare Festival to present Community Christmas Carol

Join us on FACEBOOK LIVE today starting at 6:30 p.m. as we premiere our audio-only Community CHRISTMAS CAROL!
Hosted by Valley Shakespeare Festival founder Tom Simonetti, and Board Chair Kayleigh Mihalko.
Starring our friends from 

Seasonal Catering

, 

TEAM, Inc.

 and the 

Valley United Way

!

Pre-screenings for lung cancer program slated at Griffin Hospital in Derby

The Center for Cancer Care to offer free pre-screenings for its Low Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening Program./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Center for Cancer Care at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Ave., will offer free pre-screenings Dec. 16 for its Low Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening Program.

This event is part of Griffin’s commitment to help improve the health and well-being of its community. 

According to the 2019-20 Community Health Improvement Plan for the Naugatuck Valley, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the Valley and the rate of lung cancer death is higher than the state average.

Annual lung screening with low-dose computed tomography (CT) has been shown to save lives by detecting lung cancer early, when it is more treatable. 

This screening program is recommended for individuals ages 55-77 who have smoked at least an average of one pack of cigarettes a day for 30 years. This includes people who still smoke or have quit within the past 15 years. 

Those who currently have symptoms of a lung condition, such as a new cough or shortness of breath, are not eligible. 

Griffin recommends that individuals with lung condition symptoms see a physician as soon as possible.

The pre-screening will be conducted over the phone and participants will be directly referred to a physician specializing in lung cancer if they are a candidate for the program. 

Low dose CT lung cancer screening is covered by Medicare and most private insurance companies.

Spaces are limited. 

Call 203-732-1280 to make an appointment for the pre-screening phone call or for more information.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.