Serving our communities means more than just providing outstanding medical care when you are ill. Each year, MidState makes a concerted effort to go above and beyond its call to the community. Our physicians, nurses, and staff have reached out to nearly 6,000 individuals in the last year through health-related programs and special events. Additionally, MidState has partnered with various community organizations to improve the quality of life of its residents. Later this year, MidState will undertake a comprehensive community needs assessment to identify community needs and take step to address those needs. Take a look at how we have contributed to the community over the last year:

Health Fairs, Programs & Screenings

MidState has coordinated and participated in over 450 health programs between October 2009 and September 2010, including health fairs, educational seminars and screenings. The education presented at these events has reached approximately 6,000 individuals in the communities we serve and accounts for nearly 1,300 hours of staff contributions.

The LaPlanche Clinic & Geriatric Outreach

MidState’s LaPlanche Clinic was established in 1979 to meet the growing needs of the senior population in town. Working collaboratively with the Meriden Senior Center, the clinic is staffed by a registered nurse who provides education and care to seniors. Screenings offered include blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose, as well as regular programming on health topics such as nutrition, heart health, cancer prevention, healthy lifestyles and more. The clinic sees over 2,000 patient visits each year. In recent years, both the Cheshire and Southington Senior Centers have benefited from MidState’s geriatric outreach.

Speakers’ Bureau

MidState physicians and clinicians hold speaking engagements at various community locations to offer individuals the opportunity to ask questions and learn about specific health conditions and ways of leading a healthier lifestyle. Programming is consistently offered for local senior centers, libraries, YMCAs, women’s groups, faith communities, Rotary clubs, Kiwanis, and other community groups.

Community Partners

MidState takes a collaborative approach to building a healthier community, working with a variety of organizations on a number of initiatives to enhance the health and well-being of those we serve. In the last year, MidState is privileged to have worked with the United Way of Meriden & Wallingford, the Cheshire and Wallingford YMCAS, its local health departments and chambers of commerce, and many others.

Tremaine Resource Center

Our medical and consumer health library offers a broad range of resources and services to support the needs of patients, caregivers and area residents for accurate and current health information. The Tremaine Resource Center supports student research and offers services to patients in the hospital. The library saw 8,744 visitors last year and responded to 1,112 requests for information.

John Barry School Business Partnership

In 1995, MidState formed a school-business partnership with nearby John Barry Elementary School. Over the last 16 years, hospital departments have “adopted” classes and collaborated with teachers to plan regular activities that include health fairs, career days, hospitaltours, holiday breakfasts, and an annual “Read Aloud Day.” Hospital employees have donated books to the school, as well as offered age-appropriate education on topics such as “The Warning Signs of Stroke” and “When to Call 9-1-1.”

Volunteer Support

MidState is fortunate to have an active group of adult and junior volunteers who each day offer their skills and talents to the hospital. Last year 298 volunteers generously contributed 43,122 hours of service to 45 different departments. The work of the hospital could not be done without these loyal ambassadors.

Financial Assistance

MidState is committed to meeting the healthcare needs of all community residents. In fiscal year 2010, the hospital admitted 9,818 patients and contributed to charity and uncompensated care in the amount of $13,993,525.