Connecticut Children's

09/03/2025

Tomorrow’s the day! 🙌

Join us at Connecticut Children’s Job Fair with Aramark:
📍 300 East River Drive, East Hartford
📅 Thursday, Sept. 4 | ⏰ 10 am – 2:30 pm

✨ We’re hiring housekeepers, dietary aides, and tray passers — all starting at $18/hour!

✅ Bring a photo ID + required documents like your SS card, birth certificate, or passport.
📲 RSVP here: https://intsignup.indeed.com/interview/28e78283-1570-4be3-9184-68a425337fd0

Tag a friend who should be there! 💜

09/02/2025

When a local student-athlete came to us for surgery, scans revealed something amazing: the growth in his skull had disappeared on its own. Thanks to our care team’s expertise and thorough follow-up, he was able to get back to school and the sport he loves—no surgery needed. 🏈✨

📖 Read his story that goes beyond imagination: https://bit.ly/3JHK7Ob

He is hopeful he can now live out his dream of playing college baseball this coming year.

08/26/2025

🎒Back-to-school season is here — and so are the lunchboxes! 🍎

Finding fresh, healthy, and affordable ideas can feel like a challenge, especially when you want your kids fueled and focused all day long.

That’s where Dr. Candice Jersey and our Start Childhood Off Right (SCOR) program come in. 🥰 Featured on FOX61, Dr. Jersey shared simple, budget-friendly lunch tips — from colorful fruits and veggies to protein-packed bites like hard-boiled eggs, to sweet treats like homemade muffins.

Packing lunch doesn’t have to be stressful — or boring. 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳
Get inspired and make lunchtime the best part of their school day!

Watch the full FOX61 segment 👇

Dr. Candice Jersey from Connecticut Children's Medical Center shows what kind of healthy snacks you can send to school with your child.

08/26/2025

“When nothing else works, there’s still hope.”
For families facing pediatric epilepsy or primary dystonia, medications aren’t always enough.

At Connecticut Children’s, in partnership with UConn Health, deep brain stimulation (DBS) offers a new pathway for kids — one that can reduce seizures or involuntary movements when other treatments have failed.

Pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. David Hersh answers common parent questions about DBS, FDA approval, and how this advanced technology works.

Read more and meet Bella, one of our young DBS success stories: https://bit.ly/47kCAPn

If your child’s

08/25/2025

⛳️ Golf with purpose. Fun with impact.

For the first time ever, the Geno for the Kids Charity Series tees off in Fairfield County on October 7!

🏌️‍♂️ Join legendary Coach for a day on the course that’s all about great golf, great friends, and making a real difference for kids cared for at Connecticut Children’s. ❤️

✨ Not a golfer? Join us for the celebration — dinner-only tickets available! Spots will go fast — secure yours today! https://bit.ly/4lrSOtF

08/22/2025

✏️ First-day-of-school photos are the best!
But did you know some details in those pics could put your child at risk?

✅ Do: Share their big smile, backpack, and excitement.
❌ Don’t: Share personal info like school name, grade, or teacher.

Keep the memory; protect their privacy.
https://bit.ly/4mZtn3x

08/21/2025

TRAFFIC ALERT 🚧
Washington St. closed Aug. 23, 5AM–5PM
Plan ahead!

08/19/2025

Big news! ✨ We have been recognized with the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America.

This recognition means we are 1 of 364 employers across the U.S. who are committed to creating a workplace where mental health matters, our people feel supported, and everyone can thrive. 🌟 Because when we take care of our team. https://bit.ly/4fT6yfp

08/18/2025

We’re proud to partner with the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation & The Shops at Evergreen Walk to bring Fashion Funds the Cure® to Connecticut! 🌟

This inspiring event gives children battling cancer a moment to shine on the runway — while raising critical funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research.

✨ Runway fashion
🎶 Live entertainment
🍽️ Delicious bites & beverages
💛 A night of hope, strength, and community

Join us for an unforgettable evening that makes a real difference — with 100% of proceeds benefiting Connecticut Children’s. https://bit.ly/3JmCnAV

08/18/2025

💛✨ Every smile carries Nicholas’ story.

For 18 years, Just Ducky has brought joy to children fighting cancer at our Medical Center — all in honor of Nicholas’ birthday and beautiful legacy.

When he was just 9, Nicholas would walk the halls reminding everyone: “Cancer is yucky, but you’re just ducky!” 🦆💕 His words lifted spirits then, and his memory continues to do the same today.

On what would have been his 28th birthday, Nicholas’ family once again hand-delivered toys and gift cards — gifts made possible by the generosity of so many kind hearts. 💛

08/13/2025

Healthy hearts matter at every age — from the playground to adulthood. ❤️

We’re so proud of Dr. Shailendra Upadhyay, Division Head and Co-Director of our Cardiovascular Institute, for joining the Connecticut American Heart Association Board of Directors! His passion for keeping hearts healthy will help kids, parents, and grandparents live longer, stronger lives. 💪

Join us in congratulating Dr. Upadhyay on this exciting leadership role! 💜😊

08/11/2025

Race day wouldn’t happen without volunteers like YOU! 💜 Whether you're helping runners reclaim their gear, keeping the course safe, or handing out food to finishers, EVERY role makes a difference. ✨

Join Team Connecticut Children’s as a volunteer on October 11 at the Eversource Hartford Marathon and help us go the distance for kids’ health.

Volunteers must be age 16+
Sign up today! https://bit.ly/4lnQALs