Monday, October 25, 2021
Griffin Hospital in Derby announces phlebotomy, CNA classes, more
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The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is accepting applications for the winter semesters of its Certified Clinical Medical Assistant and accelerated CNA programs, which start Jan. 17 and Phlebotomy program which begins Jan. 18.
DERBY- The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, 300 Seymour Ave., Suite 206 is accepting applications for the winter semesters of Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant and Phlebotomy programs.
The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant and accelerated CNA programs start Jan. 17, 2022 and the Phlebotomy program begins Jan. 18, 2022.
The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant program runs for 28 weeks with classes five days a week from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., including 160 clinical hours at Griffin Faculty Physicians’ primary care offices and specialty offices such as gastroenterology, OB-GYN, surgical and cardiology.
The program prepares students to become multi-skilled healthcare professionals that specialize in outpatient settings.
Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
Graduates of this program may find entry-level positions in medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers and may work in general medicine or specialty practices.
This program also provides the diversity of other job options in the hospital or laboratory setting.
The accelerated CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed schedule with classes Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The school is currently accepting applications for its fall CNA program which starts on Nov. 8.
The CNA 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. Students will practice skills prior to their clinical experience. The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and/or a long term stay facility from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for day hours, and 5-10 p.m. for evening hours, totaling 40 hours.
After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut.
The 14-week Phlebotomy program holds classes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays evenings from 6-9 p.m. with a daytime option of 9 a.m.-noon or an evening option of 6-9 p.m. The course tuition includes a 32-40-hour internship, national certification, lab coats, CPR certification, malpractice insurance and textbook.
Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.
About the School of Allied Health Careers
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 Phlebotomy and other professional educational programs to provide training, education, and certification in selected health careers. Classes are taught by certified instructors or Master’s prepared nurses in the Griffin Hospital Medical Building at 300 Seymour Ave.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Recuperation journey: Good to be back
No, unfortunately I wasn't on vacation.
And I certainly missed my avocation, which is keeping up with community happenings and taking photographs for this blog.
I won't go into detail but I became ill Wednesday. On Thursday I was diagnosed at Griffin Hospital with acute gastroenteritis.
On Sunday when I started feeling better I learned that maybe it wasn't a virus but rather salmonella. Just a possibility. I had eaten tuna that tasted weird Tuesday and maybe that is what did it.
So good to be back!
First United Methodist Church in Ansonia to hold Gift Basket Gala
ANSONIA - First United Methodist Church will hold a Gift Basket Gala from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 13.
Tickets for a silent auction will be sold at the door.
Customers will then walk through several rooms to browse and place their tickets in cans in front of the holiday-themed baskets they want to win.
A drawing will begin at 2 p.m.
The church is at 47 Franklin St.
Sunday, October 24, 2021
Recuperation journey: Straight out of the camera
This photo came up in my Facebook memories today. I posted it on Oct. 21, 2015.
Note: I'm currently in the middle of a different recuperation journey.
I've been ill since Wednesday and just feeling good enough today to use the computer.
I've certainly missed being able to publish on my blog! Hoping to get back to speed soon.
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Children's music program on tap via Zoom at Derby Neck Library
DERBY - Come get your groove on with Miss Krissy and Miss Sarah from 10:30-10:50 a.m. every Thursday during a virtual music and movement program.
This program is targeted for ages birth-5, but all are welcome! There will be singing, dancing, stories, and a whole lot of shaky things!
Be sure to pick up a supply pack with scarves, tambourines, and shaker eggs via curbside pickup at the library, 307 Hawthorne Ave.
When you call to request a pack, you will also need to register for the Zoom invite, or register online here: https://forms.gle/EUp2yRBLFNJVMnz17. Join us!
This is shared from Derby Neck Library Facebook page.
Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky
The moon Tuesday was in waxing gibbous phase, 99 percent illuminated.
Derby Public Library slates Take & Make Fall Series for tweens, teens
Tween/Teen Take & Make Fall Series
Derby Public Library
Vestibule Pick-Up - Elizabeth Street entrance
Oct. 21 and 22, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Calling all tweens and teens!
Tap into your creative talents with these bi-weekly packets featuring DIY activities and STEM projects.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3AW8fTo
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Klarides-Ditria: Bus service slated Oct. 28-Nov. 1 during rail system activation
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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
'Turnback Tuesday' features Library's painting of The Leatherman
Turnback Tuesday is boasting this incredible painting that Derby Public Library has in its collection: The Leatherman.
Much mystery and folklore surround this man. Dressed totally in leather, he would travel an endless 365-mile circle through Connecticut and Hudson rivers. This oil-on-canvas painting was done by a little-known artist, A. V. Durand in 1892. Durand lived in Derby in the 1880s. It was donated by Mrs. Mary Knight Kennedy.
The Library is keeping history alive! Make sure and stop by for a visit.
Thanks goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce readies Schmoozapalooza event
Get your network on at the event that promises to be as fun to attend as it is to say!
Attendee Registration Now Open
aka Valley Business Expo
presented by
Griffin Health, Ion Bank, Minuteman Press, Mutual Security Credit Union,
RJS Event Designs, Star 99.9 FM and WPLR 99.1 FM
Nov. 3 2-5 p.m.
6 Armstrong East Lobby, Shelton
Bring your friends, coworkers, and clients to preview the latest products and services from a variety of tabletop exhibitors in a fun and casual networking environment. The afternoon will also include music, food tastings, giveaways, cash bar and more!
- Free to Attend
- Free Ample Parking
- Spacious Exhibit Space (14,000 square feet)
This annual tabletop trade show highlights Valley area businesses from all industries showcasing their products and services.
This event also features the Taste of the Valley, taste displays by area caterers, bakeries, and restaurants.
Limited Exhibitor Applications Still Available. Fee to exhibit. Tabletops are reserved on a first come, first serve basis in advance only.
Contact Laura for exhibitor information.
This is shared from the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce newsletter.
Wear purple Thursday to honor survivors of domestic violence
ANSONIA - Join us [at My Sister's Place thrift store] Thursday and wear purple.
Purple Thursday is a national day of action each October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
It is an opportunity to raise awareness about domestic violence and an easy way for people to show their commitment to promoting healthy relationships.
On Oct. 21, wear purple, be a voice, and start a conversation about domestic violence!
#ccadv #ucdvs #domesticviolenceawareness
All proceeds from My Sister's Place benefit BHcare's The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.
This is shared from My Sister's Place Facebook page.
Ansonia officials get preview of new camera truck for WPCA
Mayor David S. Cassetti today shows off new camera truck at the WPCA complex.
ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti, Superintendent of WPCA John Tomasella, Jason St. Jacques, Jason Dziubina, Michael Marino, Superintendent of PW Michael D'Alessio, board members of WPCA and Alderman President Josh Shuart were on hand for a preview of the new camera truck today that will dramatically improve and troubleshoot existing or potential sewer issues throughout the City.
The $186,000 mobile unit was paid for in full with Federal funds received from ARRA.
The high tech ROVVER X lets operators do everything – control inspections, view and record digital video, generate reports, and more.
Designed and built for the rigors of sewer work, its camera can proceed several hundred feet through sewer lines to detect breaks, invasive roots, and other issues to simplify repairs, and reduce costs.
This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.
My Sister's Place in Ansonia posts weekly sales
My Sister's Place family thrift store is located at 380 Main St., Ansonia.
All proceeds benefit BHcare's The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.
From the archives: Photo from this date 8 years ago
Fall colors, beautiful sky, neighbor's shed. Thanks, Facebook memories!
Seymour Pink celebrates with 25-percent off purchases at gift shop
Shared from the nonprofit's website:
"Our goal is to bring more awareness and education to the public about this disease and support to those that have been victimized by the breast cancer diagnosis.
"We continue to be so moved by the response of our community on this special day in October. So many members of our community wear pink, buy SEYMOUR PINK shirts, decorate their businesses, their homes with pink ribbons, pink balloons, pink flags etc.
"SEYMOUR goes PINK, PINK, and PINK! It is such a powerful statement about this disease and its impact on our community! It was at that point, SEYMOUR PINK became a 'community’s fight against breast cancer.'
"Each year, we hope that the momentum will continue to grow with local businesses, town agencies and departments and families getting involved by wearing PINK or displaying PINK at their places of work and residence. We would hope, that on that day, as many members of our community as possible would wear PINK! How will you increase awareness on that day?
"We look forward to going all-out Pink on Wednesday, October 20.
"Celebrate with us in 2021 at Hot Tamale Mexican Grill & Bar!"
Monday, October 18, 2021
Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky
The Hunter's Moon tonight is in waxing gibbous phase, and is 96 percent illuminated.
Ansonia Police: High school temporarily locked down today
ANSONIA - At about 10:35 a.m. today Ansonia High School reported a male trying to get inside the school and he had a knife, Ansonia Police Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a written release.
The male left prior to officers' arrival and was located driving away from the school. The 57 year-old male was stopped and found to have a folding knife in a sheath on his belt.
Further investigation revealed the male was at the school to pick up a family member, had a medical issue, needed to use a bathroom, and was looking to go inside the school to use the bathroom.
The knife was never displayed or used in any way by the male.
The school was temporarily locked down until the matter was resolved.
This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.
Driver shortage forces O'Brien, Platt Tech to start community bus stops today
This is shared from Seymour Public Schools' Facebook page.
Derby Neck Library offers Teen Craft fun Tuesday
DERBY - Check out this week's #TeenCraft!
We [at Derby Neck Library] still have some supply packs available, so call now 203-734-1492 to reserve yours!
Hope to see you this Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.!
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.