Organization Type: Non-Profit
During the summer of 1958, a fellow police officer had been diagnosed with a terminal illness and was confined to GREENWICH HOSPITAL. His family faced seemingly expensive medical expenses. The GREENWICH POLICE organized benefit dinners and even made personal donations to the family but it was simply not enough. The idea was born to form a, “club”, […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 15, 2014
Station #2 was founded in 1922 is a volunteer fire company. It is augmented by career staff on duty 24 hours.
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 15, 2014
Founded in 1903, Greenwich Hospital is a member of Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS). This is a non-profit, 206-bed community teaching hospital serving lower Fairfield County, Connecticut and Westchester County. It is a major academic affiliate of Yale School of Medicine. It offers a full range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, and preventive programs and […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 8, 2014
The forum was funded by a police grant and focuses on reducing underage drinking and drug abuse through education, enforcement, and research. The forum is sponsored by the YMCA, the YWCA, the Community Fund of Darien, and the Darien Youth Center.
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 8, 2014
Local branch of a national nonprofit, founded in 1972, PFLAG is the nation’s largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, friends, and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ people through its threefold mission of support, education, and advocacy. PFLAG has […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 6, 2014
Founded in 1949, Cerebral Palsy of Westchester has been the leading non-profit organization in Westchester and Fairfield County. These programs include person-centered planning, life skills training, socialization, educational programming with a strong emphasis on recreational activities for children and adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 5, 2014
GREENWICH HOSPITAL’S Outpatient Center is an important healthcare resource for Greenwich residents who have no medical insurance or are under-insured. Each year, more than 5,000 adults and children visit the Outpatient Center and Pediatric Outpatient Center for medical and dental diagnosis, treatment and preventive care. You may qualify for membership in the Outpatient Center if […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 4, 2014
GREENWICH HOSPITAL offers a comprehensive program of care for older adults through its Center for Healthy Aging. The Center has received national recognition as Center of Excellence from the American Geriatrics Society. Services are available to assure older patients and their families get the care and support they need in the hospital and at home. […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 23, 2014
Opened in 1921, this nonprofit thrift shop is sponsored by the GREENWICH HOSPITAL AUXILIARY. All proceeds directly support GREENWICH HOSPITAL.
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 23, 2014
Formed in 1906, the Auxiliary is the present-day version of GREENWICH HOSPITAL‘s original volunteer corps. It is presently made up of more than 600 volunteers from Greenwich and surrounding Fairfield and Westchester counties, as well as donors to its annual fund appeal.
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 23, 2014
Comprehensive, holistic treatment is based on a personalized plan that changes with the evolving needs of each patient and family. The goal is to enhance the quality of life of terminally ill patients and provide emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families. The patient’s physician guides the interdisciplinary care team. Members include skilled […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 23, 2014
In 2016 CT Nonprofits and CCPA merged. By connecting organizations with information, education, advocacy and collaboration, they help members focus their energy on the people and communities they serve.
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 23, 2014