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Hospital for Special Care Announces Neuroscience Innovation Fund, Honors Physicians, University Leaders at Annual Event

...a new philanthropic fund, the Neuroscience Innovation Fund, at the event. “Established through the generosity of Jeffery and Sara Buell, the Neuroscience Innovation Fund will allow Hospital for Special Care...

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes Service Dog to its Autism Center

...with sensory processing. “The foundation’s commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals with autism through the provision of service animals underscores its mission to foster inclusivity and support within communities,”...

Hospital for Special Care Breaks New Ground in Autism Care with $13 million Inpatient/Partial Hospital Facility

...our clinical staff to meet children’s needs, and maximize opportunities for parent education and training – a key component to success in the community. Our new Partial Hospital Program will...

Hospital for Special Care Honors Patient Advocates, Board and Community Members at Annual Event

...have demonstrated a commitment to putting community above self and focusing on the greater good. “Hospital for Special Care has a strong community that works alongside us and strengthens our...

Hospital for Special Care Advances Autism Care with New Expanded Facility, Programs

...investment from the State of Connecticut Bond Commission, the support of key stakeholders and community philanthropists HFSC has raised most of the funds needed to complete this project. The hospital’s...

Hospital for Special Care Appoints Wendy DeAngelo, MBA, Vice President of Development and Communications

...management of Hospital for Special Care and all of its entities/affiliates and overseeing community services including the HFSC adaptive sports programs. “Wendy’s extensive background in strategic communications and philanthropic development...

Hospital for Special Care Celebrates Selection as a Stop & Shop Community Bag Program Beneficiary

...seniors working to rebuild their lives by enhancing specialized clinical care and community based activities at HFSC. For more information on the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, visit www.stopandshop.bags4mycause.com....

Hospital for Special Care Community Meets New Faces at Fall Reception

...founder of the Neuroscience Innovation Fund, has found painting, specifically, complex paint-by-number projects, to provide a functional and beautiful strategy to adapt to his Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. Joani, regular attendee...

HFSC Recertified as Patient Centered Specialty Practice for Parkinson’s Care

...to help consumers, employers and others make more-informed health care choices. NCQA can be found online at ncqa.org, on Twitter @ncqa, on Facebook at facebook.com/NCQA.org/ and on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/ncqa....

Hospital for Special Care first in Connecticut to achieve Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation

...basis. HSFC is recognized for advanced care and rehabilitation in pulmonary care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient...

Multidisciplinary Care Team Expanding at Hospital for Special Care's Autism Center

...care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders including ALS research, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with autism spectrum...

Hospital for Special Care first in Connecticut to achieve Enhanced Respiratory Care Accreditation

...neuromuscular disorders, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. The HSFC outpatient rehabilitation provides physical, occupational, and/or...

State Bond Commission Approves $10 Million for Critical Autism Services at Hospital for Special Care

...Bond Commission has approved $10 million to finance a grant-in-aid to assist with expansion of critical services for youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Lynn Ricci, FACHE, president and...

The Autism Center at Hospital for Special Care Earns Highest Recognition As Nation’s First Level Three Patient Centered Specialty Practice

...patients want and that improve quality,” said NCQA President Margaret E. O’Kane. “I commend the team at Hospital for Special Care for its achievement, and for its commitment to continuous...

Hospital for Special Care Builds Administrative and Clinical Leadership, Promotes Nancy Martone, MS, SPHR; Marcy Goldstein, MD, FCCP and Nathan Nartey, MD

...treatment, therapy and education prior to returning home following surgery. “Dr. Goldstein is a gifted clinical leader and has a thorough understanding of the complex needs of our cardiac and...

Hospital for Special Care Recognizes Exceptional Nurse with The Inaugural DAISY Award®

...pulmonary care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders including ALS research, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with autism...

McHugh Named Honorary Chair of Hospital for Special Care 24th Annual Ivan Lendl Golf Classic

...sponsor Webster Bank and all of the sponsors who will make this year’s event a success.” “Hospital for Special Care understands quality and commitment to community. They take great care...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts Juried Exhibit Call for Submissions

...HFSC’s Joy of Art! program. They have both come to appreciate the mindfulness and fine motor control the act of creation can require. They have each found painting, specifically, complex...

Manes & Motions Offers Youth Development Program: Fee Waived for Eight Students funded in part through a grant from the Community Foundation of Middlesex County

...experiential lesson working with Manes & Motions therapy horses on the ground (not riding) and guided by a certified instructor with themes that help build communication, problem solving and leadership...

MahoneySabol Fights ALS, Supports Hospital for Special Care

...platform: https://partnerhq.com/public/events/2021-travelers-championship-birdies-for-charity/organization_partnerships/2046   About Mahoney Sabol & Company, LLP MahoneySabol, certified public accountants, provides comprehensive accounting, auditing, tax and business consulting services to a wide range of clients and industries....

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes Scott Leopold, MD, to Complex Pediatric Care Team

...and experience make him uniquely qualified to address the complex and diverse needs of our young patients.” Scott Leopold completed his Doctor of Medicine at the University of Connecticut School...

Hospital for Special Care Celebrates 80th Anniversary, Honors Advocates

...our patient populations and the complex care they require. They have looked for solutions where others have seen barriers. They have made a commitment to building community for individuals impacted...

Hospital for Special Care appoints J. Kevin Shushtari, MD, FHM as Chief Medical Officer

...in pulmonary care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders including ALS research, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with...

23rd Annual Hospital for Special Care Ivan Lendl Golf Classic Announces Honorary Chair, Move to TPC River Highlands

...acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders including ALS research, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder....

Mar 16 Notice from CEO Lynn Ricci Regarding COVID-19/Coronavirus

...as well as our staff. Community activities for the remainder of this month have been cancelled. We commend the families of our patients for their understanding and support of these...

COVID-19 and Autism - June 11 Update from CEO Lynn Ricci

...care systems, our communities … and our resilience. Many of our patients living with complex medical issues have been more acutely impacted by the challenges our new reality has created...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts 10th Annual Juried Photography Show Call for Submissions

...Aquatic Center Entrance at 2150 Corbin Ave. All works must be hand-delivered with the proper completed forms which can be found at https://hfsc.org/community/joy-of-art/. There is an entry fee of $25...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts Ninth Annual Juried Photography Competition

...exhibitions affording patients, family members, visitors, staff, and members of the community the opportunity to enjoy beautiful artwork gracing the walls of the hospital, and fundraising through commission proceeds of...

May 7 Update from CEO Lynn Ricci Regarding COVID-19/Coronavirus

...community and their colleagues, while remaining focused on our mission to rebuild lives. Our patients and our staff inspire me – and I am honored to share these stories of...

Clean Energy Boost - Hospital for Special Care and Bloom Energy Commission 600 kW Fuel Cell

Clean Energy Boost for Hospital for Special Care Hospital for Special Care and Bloom Energy Commission 600 kW Fuel Cell NEW BRITAIN, Connecticut (June 17, 2020) – Hospital for Special...

Manes & Motions Volunteers, Avis and John Devine Awarded 2020 Hospital for Special Care Volunteer of the Year

...in 1991, honors an individual’s dedication and compassion to making a difference for HFSC’s staff, patients, visitors, and community. Avis and John have volunteered at HFSC’s Manes & Motions Therapeutic...

Energage Names Hospital for Special Care A Winner of the 2024 Top Workplaces USA

...accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to...

Hospital for Special Care Elects Samuel N. Paul New Board Chairman

...companies. Over the years, Paul has been active within the Connecticut community. He is a past board member of the Granby Community Fund and the Granby Education Foundation, and is...

“Spectrum of Kindness” Creates National Online Community, Connects People through Inspirational Stories of Living with Autism

...dog, a father explaining the kindness and understanding of the staff at a restaurant when his child was having a tantrum, or a grandfather sharing his excitement over the kind...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts 8th Annual Joy of Art! Photography Show

...the value of art in the healing process. Its mission reflects the importance of this complement in combination with traditional therapies in recovery and an improved quality of life for...

Magdalen Mauriello, M.D. Joins Pulmonary Staff at Hospital for Special Care

...care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders including ALS research, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with autism spectrum...

Hospital for Special Care Expands Access to Autism Inpatient Care, Opens New Eight-bed Unit

...to support expanded adoption of coordinated models of care.”         Resources of interest: Stanford Center for Clinical Excellence Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFyY2zdlHWQ Stanford Center for Clinical Excellence Study: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/13623613211027999...

Lynn Ricci Officially Assumes Role as President and CEO of Center of Special Care, Inc.

...president of administration from 2009 to 2011. “It’s a privilege to lead an organization that is closely guided by its commitment to the community and passion to deliver care that...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts 16th Annual Juried Art Competition

Hospital for Special Care Hosts 16th Annual Juried Art Competition Award winners of the Joy of Art Juried Art Competition. Pictured from left: Juror Maura O’Shea, Heidy Lanzl Kaine, Natalia...

Hospital for Special Care Urges Concussion Prevention During Fall Sports Season

...hospital serving adults and children. HFSC is recognized for advanced care and rehabilitation in pulmonary care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders (including ALS research), spinal cord injury, comprehensive...

Apr 10 Update from CEO Lynn Ricci Regarding COVID-19/Coronavirus

...dispatched gowns to a local nursing home in need. So many in our community have come together (with appropriate social distancing) for the greater good as well. Donations of surgical...

“Spectrum of Kindness” Continues to Foster Inspiration and Share Stories of Kindness from Across the Nation

...some of the state’s where folks have submitted inspirational stories about living with autism to the Spectrum of Kindness online community. Now in its fourth year, Hospital for Special Care...

Hospital for Special Care Earns Patient Centered Specialty Practice Designation for Parkinson’s Care, Movement Disorders

...“I commend the team at Hospital for Special Care for its achievement, and for its commitment to continuous improvement.” Practices that become recognized under Patient-Centered Specialty Practice Recognition have demonstrated...

Hospital for Special Care a Healthy Workplace Gold Medal Winner

...Platinum, Gold, Silver and Innovation – awarded on the basis of program components and outcomes. Hospital for Special Care was among 10 companies recognized in the Gold category. The Healthy...

Mar 24 Update from CEO Lynn Ricci Regarding COVID-19/Coronavirus

...families, our staff and our capacity as an essential and unique component of Connecticut’s healthcare continuum. We activated Incident Command, under our emergency operations plan two weeks ago and will...

Hospital for Special Care announces new physician and clinical leaders: Kirin N. Suri MD, MPH, Hassan Minhas, MD and Lauren Herlihy, PhD

...and children we care for need,” said Pesce. “Her leadership and expertise in complex pediatric care and her commitment to quality and innovation make her a great fit for HFSC.”...

Autism Center at Hospital for Special Care Expanding with support from American Savings Foundation Grant

...children. HFSC is recognized for advanced care and rehabilitation in pulmonary care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders including ALS research, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart failure and comprehensive...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts Tenth Annual Juried Photography Competition

...program at Hospital for Special Care (HFSC) hosted its Tenth Annual Juried Photography Competition with an opening reception Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019. The exhibition will run until Jan. 30, 2020....

Travelers Championship Hosts Hospital for Special Care Patients and Families, Provides Accessible Venue for 4th Year

...Neuromuscular Center at Hospital for Special Care is the largest and most comprehensive neuromuscular facility in the state, providing comprehensive care to more than 300 patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis...

Hospital for Special Care Awarded $1.2 Million Grant - Its Largest Ever - From The Maximilian E. & Marion O. Hoffman Foundation

...effective treatments for the symptoms of Parkinson’s, however, the underlying cause of this disease remains unclear. For more information about Hospital for Special Care, please call 860.223.2761, or visit www.hfsc.org....

Hospital for Special Care COVID-19 Alert

...in our community due to their extremely complex medical situations. They and their families rely on us to make data-driven decisions based on the best information available. Many families have...

Webster Bank Champions Hospital for Special Care’s Night at the Derby Fundraiser

...Our Servant Leader Award recognizes members of our community who shape our continuum of care through their dedication. Webster Bank understands the role that community services like Manes & Motions...

Breathe in unity: a message from HFSC’s Lynn Ricci

...overlooked, our chaplains and the partners they have engaged from every community of faith must never be undervalued. Our spiritual care coordinator Tom Anderson describes this troubling epoch in our...

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes New Physicians to HFSC Neuroscience Care Team

...specialized recovery needs and fellowship training in spinal cord rehabilitation, and she shares our commitment to providing the highest quality patient-centered care.” Natalie Sajkowicz completed training as a Doctor of...

Platinum Sponsors, Webster Bank and Kaestle Boos Sponsor the HFSC Ivan Lendl Golf Classic

...and event chair notes that the benefits of camp are comprehensive: “We can help a young athlete compete at her highest potential, introduce a child to a new inclusive activity...

Sadaf Khorasani, M.D. Joins Charles H. Kaman Foundation Neuromuscular Center at Hospital for Special Care

...serving adults and children. HFSC is recognized for advanced care and rehabilitation in pulmonary care, acquired brain injury, medically-complex pediatrics, neuromuscular disorders including ALS research, spinal cord injury, comprehensive heart...

Hospital for Special Care Nurses Awarded Nightingale Award for Nursing

...unit in the hospital. Monika embodies the values of human dignity, sympathy, commitment, and personal and professional competency. She motivates others to make an impact on health outcomes for people...

Hospital for Special Care Recognizes Exceptional Nurse with The DAISY Award®

...clinical care and compassion. Nominated by patients, families, and colleagues, award recipients are chosen by a committee at Hospital for Special Care. Perry has served as a charge nurse and...

Hospital for Special Care Marks COPD Awareness Month with National, Local Honors

...earned both national and local recognition of note during National COPD Awareness month: The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has recognized the hospital’s Gawlicki Family COPD Disease Management (COPD...

Hospital for Special Care 24th Annual Ivan Lendl Golf Classic Raises $175,000 for Adaptive Sports Camp and Programs

...more than just David in the wheelchair. All kids want to be around others who are like them and all kids need a sense of community. The hospital’s adaptive sports...

Hospital for Special Care Launches $1 Million Superhero Campaign for Autism; Elects Directors at Annual Meeting

...Inc. Connecticut Health and Education Facilities Authority Richard P. Garmany Fund of the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving Aldo DeDominicis Foundation Farmington Bank Community Foundation AT & T Innovation Partnership...

Hospital for Special Care Announces Winners of Juried Art Exhibition

...Center. The Joy of Art! program organizes year-round exhibitions and supports art groups and activities that help create a sense of community among patients. The program promotes holistic patient-centered healing,...

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes Leanne Price, Psy.D, Clinical Psychologist to Autism Center

...build our capacity to support children, families and school systems in our community,” said Hassan Minhas, MD Chief of Autism Services. “Her background in psychotherapy and psychological evaluation of children...

Hospital for Special Care CNA Honored as a 2024 Healthcare Hero by the Connecticut Hospital Association

...says Anne Wojskowicz, chief nursing officer, “Iwona’s commitment to providing compassionate high-quality care exemplifies the very best of our organization, and we are truly honored to have her part of...

Night at the Derby to Benefit Hospital for Special Care’s Manes & Motions

...who prefer to participate from home. “Generous community partners, including our Kentucky Derby sponsor, Webster Bank, have helped us keep Manes & Motions accessible to the community,” said Lynn Ricci,...

Hospital for Special Care Foundation Celebrates the Completion of the Seventh Annual Dr. Marie S. Gustin Nursing Excellence Conference

...FNAP (fifth from right), with conference planning committee members (L-R): Connie Dills, RRT, RPFT, MBA; Dr. Linda Wagner, EdD, RN; Dr. Catherine Thomas, DNP, RN, CNE; Dr. Jeanne Thomas, EdD,...

Hospital for Special Care Earns CMTA Center of Excellence Recognition

...(CMT), a disease of the peripheral nerves that control muscles. CMT affects more than 2.8 million people worldwide and is the most commonly inherited peripheral neuropathy. “Earning the designation of...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts 16th Annual Juried Art Show Call for Submissions

...Aquatic entrance at 2150 Corbin Ave. All works must be hand-delivered with the proper completed forms which can be found at https://hfsc.org/patients-families/joy-of-art. There is an entry fee of $30 for...

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes Nathan Nartey, MD, to Medical Rehabilitation Team

...Dr. Nartey, who initially joined HFSC in 2016, was recognized by the Hartford Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 program in 2018 for his dedication to his community and his commitment...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts Juried Art Show Call for Submissions

...patients, visitors and staff enjoyment. The program strengthens our bond with the community by fostering relationships with talented artists. For more information on the Joy of Art! Program, visit https://hfsc.org/community/joy-of-art/....

Adrian Chan, MD expands Parkinson’s Disease, Cognitive Health Expertise at Hospital for Special Care

...support from the Kelser Charity Challenge each year. Each of these areas of specialty comprise a component of HFSC’s neuroscience initiatives. Adrian T.A. Chan, MD completed his medical education in...

Hospital for Special Care Urges Concussion Prevention for Upcoming Sports Season

...the fall sports season, Hospital for Special Care (HFSC) urges coaches and athletes to understand the importance of preventing concussions. In response to increasing concussion cases, HFSC offers the Concussion...

Hospital for Special Care Nurses Awarded Nightingale Award for Nursing

...patients. Dawn is recognized for using technology to provide the highest quality patient care. She combines her informatics and nursing background to solve workflow challenges, implement new technology and provide...

Jonathan Slifka Chairs Hospital for Special Care 25th Anniversary Ivan Lendl Golf Classic

...River Highlands. The tournament supports the HFSC Ivan Lendl Adaptive Sports Camp and year-round adaptive sports programs for children and adults. Janeace Slifka, Jonathan’s mother, founded the week-long summer day...

Statement on Michael Timura

...donations. A friend, advisor and champion of HFSC’s patients, employees and leadership, Mr. Timura’s wisdom, commitment to community and practical ingenuity can be seen throughout the hospital buildings and community....

Dr. John Pelegano Named Healthcare Hero

A child comes to Hospital for Special Care often with a heart-wrenching story. Brain injury. Spinal cord injury. Cancer. Rare disorders. Preemies with tracheostomies. These children need round-the-clock care, meticulous...

Hospital for Special Care Offers Eight Scholarships to Greater New Britain Area Students

...comprehensive heart failure and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient treatment for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Located in New Britain and Hartford, CT, HFSC operates inpatient and outpatient facilities...

Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Award Nearly $20,000 to Hospital for Special Care’s Ivan Lendl Adaptive Sports Camp

Pictured left to right: Jonathan Slifka, Governor’s liaison to the disability community; Lynn Ricci, FACHE, president & CEO, Hospital for Special Care; William Reeve, Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation; Janeace...

Hospital for Special Care Awarded Grant for Parkinson's SPEAK OUT!® & LOUD Crowd® Program

...communication by “speaking with intent.” Parkinson Voice Project’s program combines individual and group therapy to convert speech from an automatic function to an intentional act. ABOUT PARKINSON VOICE PROJECT: Parkinson...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts Thirteenth Annual Juried Art Show

...of the community the opportunity to enjoy beautiful artwork gracing the walls of the hospital, and fundraising through commission proceeds of sold exhibition artwork. Creative Expressions, a form of art...

The Autism Inpatient Unit at Hospital for Special Care Helps Revolutionize Autism Treatment in Its First Year

...recognized as the nation’s first Patient-Centered Specialty Practice (PCSP) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and the inpatient unit is an extension of the Center and provides the...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts Fourteenth Annual Juried Art Show

...Its mission reflects the importance of this complement in combination with traditional therapies in recovery and an improved quality of life for patients. Creative Expressions initiative affords patients the opportunity...

Equine Program to Promote Academic Engagement

...key competencies such as problem solving, communication, and acceptance of self and others. “Parents report their children are happier and less stressed, and feel like little experts about horses around...

Apr 1 Update from CEO Lynn Ricci Regarding COVID-19/Coronavirus

...to recover fully. Each of these individuals followed all guidance and did not come to work while experiencing any symptoms. Community-spread means we are all vulnerable to some extent. This...

May 21 Update from CEO Lynn Ricci Regarding COVID-19/Coronavirus

This Memorial Day there will be no parades, no graduation ceremonies. We will not come together in large groups of family and friends for picnics or pool parties. Instead we...

Manes & Motions Volunteer, Karlyn Lempa Awarded 2021 Hospital for Special Care Volunteer of the Year

...Gertrude’s spirit of giving, compassion and dedication is the foundation for this award. Gertrude McCue helped found the hospital’s Auxiliary in 1952, as well as the gift shop and our...

Hospital for Special Care Juried Photography Show Extends Submission Deadline to May 6th

Hospital for Special Care’s Juried Photography Competition & Exhibition submission deadline has been extended to May 6, 2022. The exhibit will be available for community viewing online from May 12th...

Webster Bank Supports Hospital for Special Care’s Night at the Derby Fundraiser

...visit nightatthederby.givesmart.com. Located in Middletown, CT, Manes & Motions Therapeutic Riding Center is a PATH International Premier Accredited Center part of the Hospital for Special Care community and operates on...

Energage Names Hospital for Special Care A Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA

...be prouder to be a part of this family, this community.” “Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts 9th Annual Dr. Marie Gustin Professional Excellence Conference

...Mason University. Support for the event comes from an endowed fund created by Dr. Marie Gustin and a sponsorship from the Connecticut League for Nursing. Dr. Marie Gustin is a...

Hospital for Special Care Certified Top Neuromuscular Care Center

The HFSC MDA Care Center offers most comprehensive neuromuscular outpatient program in the region NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (March. 22, 2017) – Hospital for Special Care (HFSC) MDA Care Center recently...

An Update from CEO Lynn Ricci Regarding COVID-19

...state and national labor challenges exacerbated by the pandemic. Each day our talented and dedicated staff continue to care for our complex and unique patients. Each day we make essential,...

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes New Foundation Director

...meet their philanthropic goals through the major gifts and planned giving programs. Elizabeth Szymanoski, Foundation Director Szymanoski has 13 years of healthcare and community fundraising experience. She comes from Easter...

Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills

...of Connecticut Office of the Healthcare Advocate at 866-466-4446 or [email protected]. or The Centers of Medicare or Medicaid Services at 1-800-985-3059. Visit https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises for more information about your rights under...

Jonathan Slifka Chairs Hospital for Special Care Ivan Lendl Golf Classic – Supports hospital after COVID-19 impact

...2021 at the TPC River Highlands. The tournament has helped individuals living with disabilities pursue their dreams through competitive sports for 25 years, but will temporarily shift focus in 2021...

Manes & Motions Therapeutic Riding Center Awarded Grant from the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism

...Autism, based in Framingham, MA, awards grants annually through a competitive application and review process. The signature grants that the Flutie Foundation distributed this year support traditionally under-served, under-funded, culturally...

Platinum Sponsors, Kaestle Boos and Webster Bank Support the HFSC Ivan Lendl Golf Classic

...living with disabilities pursue their dreams through competitive and recreational sports. The HFSC Ivan Lendl Sports Camp provides in-person and virtual opportunities for our young athletes to connect with each...

Hospital for Special Care Hosts Juried Photography Show Call for Submissions

...minds and feel joy during their hospital stay. Interested individuals can submit their work for consideration online at https://joyofartphoto.givesmart.com. To learn more about the Joy of Art! Program visit: https://hfsc.org/community/joy-of-art/...

Hospital for Special Care Announces Winners of Juried Photography Exhibition

New Britain, CT – Hospital for Special Care hosted a Juried Photography Competition & Exhibition with an opening reception May 12, 2022. The virtual exhibit will run through June 30th...

Tom Dore’s Run the Runway 5K to Benefit Hospital for Special Care ALS Center of Excellence

...runners who register. Connecticut Parachutists Inc. will be open at 12:00 pm and will be operating until race time. Individuals are encouraged to come out early to picnic, hike, register...

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes Sarah Hardy, PhD, to Autism Team

...services for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The HFSC Autism Center is recognized by the National Committee of Quality Assurance as the country’s first and only Patient-Centered...

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes Abir Rahman, DO, FABPMR, to Neuromuscular Team

...treatment and therapy services for all levels of neuromuscular diseases, neuropathy and movement disorders. The Charles H. Kaman Foundation Neuromuscular Center is the most comprehensive neuromuscular care center in the...

Hospital for Special Care Announces Winners of Juried Art Exhibition

New Britain, CT – Hospital for Special Care hosted a Juried Art Competition & Exhibition with an opening reception November 3, 2022. The virtual exhibit will run through January 6th...

Team Special Care Raced 50+ Miles for Patient Care

Team Special Care is a group of individuals from our community that come together to participate in many climbs, walks, marathons, and more throughout the state of Connecticut. We did...

Building a Stronger Pipeline: Autism

...with academic institutions, workforce boards and other community resources to ensure new practitioners have access to clinical placements while in training. Our comprehensive training program for APRNs allows students to...

Hospital for Special Care set to hold a Spinal Cord Injury Exhibition

...and Medical Director, and the HFSC SCI Committee. This event is a comprehensive event designed for individuals with a spinal cord Injury, their families, caregivers and healthcare providers. A spinal...

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes Kelly Mazza, MA, SHRM, Human Resource Leader

...leadership of talent development, recruitment and retention, employee engagement, benefits and other initiatives to support a dynamic health care workforce including more than 1,200 full-time, part-time and per diem staff....

Hospital for Special Care Scholarship Applications Available

...Southington as well as the University of Connecticut and Yale Schools of Medicine, UConn, University of Hartford, Sacred Heart University and Quinnipiac University physical therapy programs. Completed applications must be...

Hospital for Special Care Scholarship Applications Available - Deadline Extended

...Yale Schools of Medicine, UConn School of Medicine, University of Hartford, Sacred Heart University and Quinnipiac University physical therapy programs. Deadline Extended: Completed applications must be submitted by mail and...

Hospital for Special Care Scholarship Applications Available—Deadline May 10, 2021

...Star Mother Nursing Scholarship The John Timura Nursing Scholarship Completed applications must be submitted by mail and postmarked by May 10, 2021. Applications postmarked after this date will not be...

Hospital for Special Care Awards Scholarships to Medical, Physical Therapy and Nursing Students

...professional development fund for Certified Nursing Assistants at HFSC to support training programs for these helping professionals at the hospital. Each fund honors a cherished member of his family, including...

Hospital for Special Care Nursing, Physical Therapy & Medical Student Scholarships

...professional development fund for Certified Nursing Assistants at HFSC to support training programs for these helping professionals at the hospital. Each fund honors a cherished member of his family, including...

Hospital for Special Care Awards Scholarships to Medical, Physical Therapy and Nursing Students

...established a professional development fund for Certified Nursing Assistants at HFSC to support training programs for these helping professionals at the hospital. Each fund honors a cherished member of his...

Hospital for Special Care Accepting Scholarship Applications for Nursing, Physical Therapy and Medical Students

...also established a professional development fund for Certified Nursing Assistants at HFSC to support training programs for these helping professionals at the hospital. Each fund honors a cherished member of...

Hospital for Special Care Accepting 2024 Scholarship Applications for Nursing, Physical Therapy and Medical Students

...Star Mother Nursing Scholarship The John Timura Nursing Scholarship Completed applications must be submitted by mail and postmarked by April 15, 2024. Applications postmarked after this date will not be...

Foundations Support Manes & Motions

The George A. & Grace L. Long Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Co-Trustee has made a $2,000 grant to the Rider Assistance Fund. This generous gift will provide scholarships specifically...

Hospital for Special Care Ivan Lendl Golf Classic Raises $120,000 for Adaptive Sports

...of independence and ability. Year-round adaptive sports programs at HFSC give both children and adults the opportunity to participate in both competitive and recreational sports and fitness programs. Jonathan Slifka,...

Remembering David Crandall

...for our patients and our community. Through his leadership HFSC: Built the Therapeutic Recreation Greenhouse. Formalized Spinal cord injury and wound management programs. Established the research department. Opened the Aquatic...

Allscripts Shows Team [Special Care] Spirit as Hospital for Special Care Marathon Sponsor

...adaptive sports athletes and patients from the hospital’s rehabilitation programs. As a part of the sponsorship, Allscripts will support HFSC’s mission, and the health information technology company’s employees will take...

Hospital for Special Care launches Center for Cognitive Health

...leaders in the neuroscience field. The HFSC Center for Cognitive Health will offer a comprehensive outpatient assessment and treatment program for midlife to older adults who present cognitive decline associated...

Denise A. Anderson, EdD, RN-BC appointed Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer

...has been a key leader in managing clinical competency programs for more than 230 staff nurses.   “Dee has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to clinical excellence and has improved outcomes...

Hospital for Special Care Nurses Awarded Nightingale Award for Nursing

...care to patients and to mentor other nurses, and who have a strong sense of community. The awards will be presented May 6, 2021 through a virtual presentation. Winners were...

Hospital for Special Care Board Welcomes New Directors

...Digital Experience at Stanley Black & Decker and has extensive experience in digital communications, marketing and e-commerce. Tanya also serves as Global Co-Chair of the Stanley Balck & Decker Abilities...

Hospital for Special Care Awards $34,250 in Scholarships to Local Students

...Nursing Endowment Fund established by Allen Botwinick and Michael Timura in in honor of their wives support the annual scholarship program. Mr. Timura also created a new fund in 2018...

Hospital for Special Care Awards $37,000 in Scholarships to Nine Local Students

...Program, through the generous gifts of hospital employees, and, in part, through the Advancement for Nursing Endowment Fund established by Mr. Allen Botwinick and Mr. Mike Timura in celebration of...

Hospital for Special Care Awards $34,250 in Scholarships to Eight Local Students

...Care Foundation, Inc.’s Annual Giving Program, through the generous gifts of hospital employees, and, in part, through the Advancement for Nursing Endowment Fund established by Mr. Allen Botwinick and Mr....

Open Barn Day:  Meet Horses Helping Humans in Middletown

...a variety of year-round equine-assisted programs for children and adults with physical, developmental or emotional challenges. Open barn days provide an opportunity for any member of the community interested in...

Hospital for Special Care Offers Free Equine-Assisted and Aquatic/Fitness Programs to Veterans

...session is typically included each semester to incorporate horse care. Unmounted Lessons: (on the ground, no riding) Learning safe horsemanship skills including horse communication, safe horse handling, and the basics...

Hospital for Special Care Offers Free Equine-Assisted and Aquatic/Fitness Programs to Veterans

...body alignment, coordination, and balance. Unmounted Lessons: (on the ground, no riding) Learning safe horsemanship skills including horse communication, safe horse handling, and the basics of care including grooming, first...

Manes & Motions Therapeutic Riding Center Seeking Volunteers

...couldn’t achieve the profound impact we make in the lives of individuals with disabilities.” Manes & Motions provides equine-assisted activities that benefit individuals impacted by autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy,...

Hospital for Special Care and The Lions Club Partner to Open Low Vision Center

...open the Lion’s Low Vision Center at Hospital for Special Care, a specially-modified environment offering comprehensive evaluations and treatments for patients diagnosed with vision loss. Starting May 12, 2017, HFSC...

The MahoneySabol 5k Benefits the ALS Center of Excellence

The MahoneySabol 5k @the Travelers Championship will be held Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the TPC River Highlands in Cromwell. All proceeds from the race benefit the ALS Center of...

Hassan M. Minhas, MD Named HBJ 2021 40 Under Forty Class

...instrumental in leading his team at Hospital for Special Care to become one of the leading institutions in the management of our patients with autism. For more information visit: https://www.hartfordbusiness.com/article/2021-40-under-forty-hassan-m-minhas...

Hospital for Special Care to Offer Scholarships in the Greater New Britain Area

...within 24 months of completing all requirements for graduation from an entry-level PT program, including entry-level doctor of physical therapy (DPT) programs, by the start of Sept. 1, 2016. Students...

Orthotics

...alignment and function of your ankle, knee, hip, and spine. Improving alignment can reduce ailments caused by compensation from unsupported feet. We offer orthotics assessments for pre-fabricated orthotics as well...

The Mane Event Raises 20% More Funds for Manes & Motions

...promoted a sense of peace and purpose in mom, shared by her team of outstanding workers who have shown absolute compassion and commitment,” said John. The Mane Event 2019 will...

Hospital for Special Care Appoints William J. Pesce, DO Interim Chief Medical Officer, Chief of Staff

...“His extensive experience with complex rehabilitation and his extraordinary dedication to our patients have been even more valuable to our care delivery system throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.”   HFSC has...

Hospital for Special Care Chosen to Participate in the HEALEY ALS Platform Trial

...Charles H. Kaman Foundation Neuromuscular Center is the largest and most comprehensive neuromuscular care center in Connecticut. The ALS Center, certified as a Center of Excellence, treats about 90 percent...

William J. Pesce, DO begins New Year as permanent Senior Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, and Chief of Staff

...Dr. Pesce fill the role permanently,” said Lynn Ricci, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer. “This appointment comes at an essential time for HFSC as we provide COVID-19 vaccinations to...

Women-Led Top Workplace National Culture Excellence Award

...in health care. I believe we have to pay that forward to every member of the generation that comes after us,” said Ricci. HFSC has grown significantly with Ricci at...

Hospital for Special Care Named as Site for the HEALEY ALS Platform Trial for ALS

The Sean M. Healey & AMG Center at Massachusetts General Hospital, in collaboration with the Northeast ALS Consortium (NEALS), is launching the first platform trial for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)....

Hospital for Special Care Offers Free Powerful Tools for Caregivers Virtual Class

...CCC-SLP, R-Ray, at [email protected] or 860-827-1958 x6354. For more information about the Powerful Tools for Caregivers program visit: https://www.powerfultoolsforcaregivers.org/ For more information about HFSC’s Center for Cognitive Health visit: https://hfsc.org/specialties/brain-injury-care/center-for-cognitive-health/...

HFSC Statement: Travelers Championship Names ALS Clinic at Hospital for Special Care as Primary Beneficiary in 2016

...August 2016 tournament http://travelerschampionship.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/2016-Travelers-Championship-ALS-Announcement_links.pdf. “We are grateful to have the support of the Travelers Championship and Travelers Chairman Jay Fishman,” said HFSC President and Chief Executive Officer Lynn Ricci. “Funds...

Hospital for Special Care to Offer Scholarships in Greater New Britain Area

...in June. For further information qualified candidates may call Kathleen Altieri at 860.832.6257, or email [email protected], Hospital for Special Care Foundation, or Maria Pietrantuono, Chair, Scholarship Committee, at 860.827.4731, [email protected]....

Hospital for Special Care Welcomes New Board Members, Leaders

...Rocky Hill – Ms. McKaveney is a Senior Manager at MahoneySabol & Company in Glastonbury. Brian Tevnan of Farmington – Mr. Tevnan (retired) previously served as the Chief Financial Officer...

Volunteering Highlights at Manes & Motions

...her birthday in lieu of gifts. We appreciate all of you joining us to support our programs. Please join us in our up-coming Volunteer Appreciation Potluck and Enrichment Workshop on...

Hospital for Special Care Named Top Workplace for Ninth Year in a Row

...Courant CT Top Workplaces”. Hospital for Special Care was one of 58 companies and organizations to be recognized. The Hartford Courant recognized the winners at a virtual event on Thursday,...

Hospital for Special Care Named Top Workplace for Tenth Year in a Row

...“Hartford Courant CT Top Workplaces”. Employee surveys are the sole base for determining the Top Workplaces. Hospital for Special Care was one of 61 companies and organizations to be recognized....

Employees Awarded 2022 Advancement for Clinical Excellence (ACE)

...recognized for progressing up the clinical ladder; completing the education, certification, skill growth and more in each stage. The Clinical Ladders Growth Program encourages opportunities for professional growth and development...

Employees Awarded 2023 Advancement for Clinical Excellence (ACE)

...were recognized for progressing up the clinical ladder; completing the education, certification, skill growth, and more in each stage. The Clinical Ladders Growth Program provides opportunities for career advancement at...

Hospital for Special Care has received a Top Workplace Culture Excellence Award as a Woman-Led Top Workplace

...fostered and built stand-out workplace cultures that perform. “This recognition reflects the outstanding collaboration of all leaders within the HFSC community,” said Lynn Ricci, FACHE, president and chief executive officer....

Twenty-Sixth Annual Kelser Charity Challenge raises $50,000.00 for Hospital for Special Care’s Center for Cognitive Health

...clinical care, research and service innovation,” Ricci states. “The support of community partners like Kelser speaks volumes to the high-quality care we provide to patients and families experiencing advancing age...

Hospital for Special Care Promotes Anne Wojskowicz to Chief Nursing Officer

...clinical experience, knowledge of the organization, and compassion for the profession make her a great fit for the role. She will have a lasting positive impact on the organization.” Wojskowicz...