Our Fellowship Hall will be filled with 20+ vendors with treasures and delights! Our hall is handicap-accessible, so everyone can enjoy the event.
The church is at 225 Great Hill Road.
DERBY - For our most curious school-aged explorers, come see our newest program: World Wonders: Documentaries & Trivia!
The format is simple. We will watch a fun documentary about an exciting topic, and then test your knowledge in a trivia game afterwards. All participants receive a sticker, and the participant with the most correct answers wins a free book!
World Wonders is every 4th Monday of the month. This month's documentary is Dino Dan and Dino Trackers. Learn about prehistoric creatures with this engaging dino hunt!
Hosted by Ms. Ona. We hope to see you at 4:30 this Monday!
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.
Open 6 days! Mon-Fri 9:30-2:30, Sat 9:30-4:00! Food donations especially needed! 203-734-7577.
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.., Derby.
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| Divya Mamootil, M.D. |
DERBY - Griffin Faculty Physicians is pleased to welcome Divya Mamootil, M.D., a highly skilled and compassionate rheumatologist, to its multi-specialty medical group.
Dr. Mamootil joins Griffin Faculty Physicians Rheumatology after completing a fellowship at St. Luke’s University Hospital in Bethlehem, PA where she cared for individuals diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, osteoporosis, gout, vasculitis, psoriatic arthritis, and other rheumatic conditions and diseases with a focus on applying evidence-based medicine and demonstrating high-quality clinical skills to improve the patient’s health and well-being.
“I chose to specialize in Rheumatology because I want to be the doctor people turn to when something is wrong and no one else has been able to explain why," Dr. Mamootil said. "It's the work I love most, and it's what I do best.
"When it comes to treatment, there is rarely just one right answer. Taking the time to talk with each patient, we find what works together. More than anything, I want to be the doctor that people can count on - the one who listens, explains, and helps it all finally make sense."
Dr. Mamootil earned a degree in Science from the University of Toronto in Canada before receiving her medical degree from the Ross University School of Medicine in Barbados where she was on the Dean’s Honor Roll. She completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Ascension St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore and enhanced her medical training with Rheumatology elective rotations at MedStar Washington Hospital Center and Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Dr. Mamootil is currently seeing patients at the Griffin Faculty Physicians Rheumatology office at 2 Ivy Brook Road, Suite 115, in Shelton.
For more information or to make an appointment, call 203-735-4220.
Griffin Faculty Physicians provides patient-centered, personalized care with primary care locations in Ansonia, Naugatuck, Seymour, Shelton, Southbury and Oxford. In addition, the practice provides specialized care in Allergy/Immunology, Urology, Rheumatology, OB-GYN, Cardiology, Cardiac Electrophysiology, Gastroenterology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Breast Surgery, General Surgery, and Endocrinology.
For more information, visit https://gfp.griffinhealth.org
Attendees are encouraged to voice their ideas for improving and expanding young adult library services and teen programming.
Focus will include participant input that contributes to the library fulfilling its mission of quality-of-life enhancements in: knowledge; entertainment; and citizenship.
For more information stop by the Library, 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org .
DERBY- The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St. will host an evening of support and acceptance, exploring the experience of gender transitioning featuring Connecticut author Jillian Celentano Sept. 21 at 6 pm.
This empowering and positive event will discuss the complexities of transitioning to help others gain understanding and feel comfortable with diversity, equality and inclusion as Celentano reads selections from her book, Transitioning Later in Life.
She is a transgender woman, a licensed psychotherapist and social worker, educator, researcher, and advocate who has experience supporting transgender and gender-expansive individuals and families. She's co-authored studies on transgender health and works as a therapist, medical educator and standardized patient at Quinnipiac and Yale universities.
Attendees will receive a free copy of Transitioning Later in Life. There will also be time for Q&A.
Seating is limited and registration is required. To sign up or for more information, visit griffinhealth.org/transitioning or contact the Community Health Resource Center at griflib@griffinhealth.org or 203-732-7399.
This event is sponsored by the Griffin Health LGBTQ+ Resource Committee which addresses the needs of Griffin's LGBTQ+ staff, patients and community at large. As a Planetree patient-centered healthcare provider, Griffin is committed to reviewing, addressing and affirming the specific and unique needs of LGBTQ+ individuals in order to provide exceptional care.
About the Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital
The Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital is a traditional library that provides an array of medical and health information, including a large collection of easy-to-read health and lifestyle related materials.
The Center is open to the public Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing access to trusted information on ways to enhance well-being, prevent illness and empower individuals to take an active role in decisions about their health.
To learn more about the Center, visit griffinhealth.org/library.
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DERBY - Griffin Health recently honored Mental Health Worker Miguel “Mike” Ortiz, of New Haven, with the Being Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award for nursing support caregivers.
The BEE Award at Griffin Health honors nursing support caregivers who are committed to providing an exceptional care experience for patients and their loved ones, and fellow caregivers. Just as the bee helps strengthen flowers, nurses provide high-quality, person-centered patient care with the outstanding assistance of a support team.
A caregiver at Griffin for five years, Ortiz was nominated by a fellow caregiver in Griffin’s Inpatient Psychiatry Unit his incredible compassion for patients and team members.
“Mike’s impact extends far beyond a single act or moment,” the nomination for Ortiz stated.
“Each day, he arrives with a positive attitude, unwavering dedication, and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of his patients and colleagues. Patients naturally gravitate toward Mike during their most difficult moments because of his calm presence, empathy, and ability to create a sense of safety and comfort. His exceptional communication and de-escalation skills help foster a therapeutic environment where patients feel heard, respected, and supported.
“Mike's compassion reaches beyond patient care and into every interaction with his team. He is often the first to step forward during times of crisis, ensuring both patients and coworkers are cared for. Whether volunteering for additional shifts, mentoring new staff, sharing his knowledge, preparing meals for colleagues, or simply bringing smiles and encouragement during challenging days, Mike exemplifies what it means to serve others selflessly.”
Griffin Health caregivers eligible for the BEE award are all non-nursing team members from the Griffin Health Patient Care Division, including Unit Clerks, Telemetry Technicians, Multi-Skilled Technicians, Obstetrics Technicians, Certified Surgical Technicians, Gastrointestinal Technicians, Central Processing Department Technicians, Certified Nursing Assistants, Mental Health Workers, Patient Safety Monitors, Continuous Video Monitoring Technicians, Environmental/Housekeeping Team Members, Patient Transporters, Dining Services Representatives, Valet Attendants and Shuttle Drivers.
Patients, visitors, and Griffin Health caregivers can nominate deserving members of the nursing support team by filling out a nomination form available at Griffin Hospital.
Together, we will honor loved ones, celebrate survivors, and remember those we have lost.
Begins Sept. 29; Tuesdays & Wednesdays
3-5 p.m.
Ansonia Armory
Limited to approximately 15 students
DERBY - Griffin Health recently honored Certified Surgical Technician Lauren Atkinson of Branford with the Being Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award for nursing support caregivers.
The BEE Award at Griffin Health honors nursing support caregivers who are committed to providing an exceptional care experience for patients and their loved ones, and fellow caregivers.
Just as the bee helps strengthen flowers, nurses provide high-quality, person-centered patient care with the outstanding assistance of a support team.
A caregiver at Griffin for three years, Atkinson was nominated by several fellow caregivers in Griffin’s Surgical Services department for her knowledge, skill and responsiveness in providing assistance wherever needed.
“Lauren is the definition of a team player,” the nomination for Atkinson stated. “She can scrub any case with ease and is always in demand by every surgeon who has had the privilege to work with her. Her calm demeanor and outstanding attitude makes our job so much easier.”
Griffin Health caregivers eligible for the BEE award are all non-nursing team members from the Griffin Health Patient Care Division, including Unit Clerks, Telemetry Technicians, Multi-Skilled Technicians, Obstetrics Technicians, Certified Surgical Technicians, Gastrointestinal Technicians, Central Processing Department Technicians, Certified Nursing Assistants, Mental Health Workers, Patient Safety Monitors, Continuous Video Monitoring Technicians, Environmental/Housekeeping Team Members, Patient Transporters, Dining Services Representatives, Valet Attendants and Shuttle Drivers.
Patients, visitors, and Griffin Health caregivers can nominate deserving members of the nursing support team by filling out a nomination form available at Griffin Hospital.
This is a press release from Griffin Health.
