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Saint Mary’s Hospital is driven by its mission to be a transformative and healing force within the communities it serves. From the beginning, the hospital has been committed to supporting underserved populations and advancing health equity. The Community Health and Well-Being department leads these efforts, partnering with colleagues and community organizations to eliminate health disparities.

Connecticut Early Detection and Prevention Program (CEDPP)

Through the Family Health Center, the CEDPP offers essential services like free mammograms, pap tests, HPV tests, and cardiovascular screenings to uninsured or underinsured individuals. Serving 4,400 women annually across Connecticut, the program's primary goal is to increase the number of women who receive timely breast and cervical cancer screenings, along with diagnostic and treatment referrals. All services are provided at no cost through the Connecticut Department of Public Health.

Saint Mary’s Foundation Breast Fund

For patients needing further testing beyond the initial mammogram covered by CEDPP, the Saint Mary’s Foundation Breast Fund steps in to provide additional support. The fund ensures that necessary follow-up tests are covered, with requests made by breast surgeons directly to the Foundation.

Clothing Access Program: 

This program provides essential clothing to patients in need during their stay at the Emergency Department, fostering a smoother discharge process.

Medical Home Program

As part of a national initiative overseen by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Medical Home Program at Saint Mary’s focuses on building strong partnerships between families and their pediatric care providers. This model ensures that children receive comprehensive care from trusted providers, and it emphasizes collaboration between caregivers and healthcare professionals to identify and meet both medical and non-medical needs.

Putting on Airs Program

The Putting on Airs Program complements the Medical Home Program by providing in-home asthma education and management. An asthma education specialist works with clients and their families to review prescribed medications, provide proper usage instructions, and educate them on recognizing asthma signs and symptoms. Additionally, an environmental specialist conducts home assessments to identify potential asthma triggers, offering low-cost remediation strategies. Referrals to this program can be made through various sources, including emergency departments, healthcare providers, and school health services.

For more information about these programs, please contact us at (203) 709-2458.

Cheryl Hilton
Manager, Community Health and Well Being
Trinity Health Of New England
cheryl.hilton@trinityhealthofne.org