Innovations Institute

Home
United States
Hartford, CT
Innovations Institute

Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Innovations Institute, Medical and health, 38 Prospect Street, Hartford, CT.

Innovations Institute advances research-based, community centered, and transformative solutions for child-, youth-and family-serving public systems, and supports the workforce within these systems.

04/15/2026

💪 Stronger systems start with accessible tools.

🐢 The National Wraparound Implementation Center ( ) recently launched a newly redesigned website—making it easier than ever to find the tools, guidance, and resources you need.

🎯 Whether you're focused on implementation, workforce development, or quality improvement, explore NWIC's streamlined resources to help advance high-quality care coordination in your community.

🔗 Visit the new site: https://wraparound.socialwork.uconn.edu/

04/14/2026

Join in honoring the 9th annual Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17), founded and led by Black Mamas Matter Alliance!

is a week of awareness, healing, and celebration to honor the movement and work towards a future where all Black families are supported before, during, and after pregnancy.

This year’s theme, “Rooted in Justice and Joy,” calls for a future where Black mothers, families, and communities are protected, valued, and thriving.

Learn more and get involved: https://blkmaternalhealthweek.com/

04/10/2026

The Child Health and Development Institute - CHDI is looking for Connecticut-based licensed behavioral health professionals working in children's behavioral health to submit short videos sharing what drives and inspires them to do this work.

Submit your video by 4/22 at noon ET for a chance to win $500!

Learn more: https://www.chdi.org/news/news-and-blog/2026/2026-bh-workforce-video-contest

04/09/2026

💚 May is almost here—and this year, we’re moving beyond awareness to action.

Following the leadership of the National Federation of Families, is embracing a shift from 'AWARENESS' to 'ACTION' for Children's Mental Health Action Month 2026.

To support communities across the country, we developed a Social Media Toolkit to help elevate the actions you're taking to support children, youth, and families. The toolkit offers ready-to-use content and strategies to amplify your impact.
❇️ Customizable weekly social media copy
❇️ Platform strategy tips to maximize reach
❇️ Action Green graphics for a unified national look

Let’s work together this May to uplift each other’s 'ACTION' and amplify our collective impact. Be sure to use to help connect and strengthen this national movement.

👉 Get the toolkit: s.uconn.edu/cmham2026

04/08/2026

Active listening is one of the most powerful tools in care coordination—and it starts before you even walk through the door.

In our latest Care Coordination Field Guide short, Covi and Conan share quick, practical ways to be more present with families—from setting aside distractions to using open body language.

⏱️ At just under 5 minutes, this episode is easy to fit into your day, and easy to put into practice.

🎧 Take a few minutes to listen: s.uconn.edu/ccfg-2

04/07/2026

The April session of our Parent, Infant & Early Childhood team's monthly Pyramid Model Lunch & Learn will focus on strategies to support the development of problem solving skills for young children in both home and educational settings.

🖥️ April Pyramid Model Practice Lunch & Learn
📅 Thursday 4/23, 12:00–1:00 PM ET
🎟️ Register: s.uconn.edu/4-23-webinar

Learn more about our PIEC team's work: s.uconn.edu/piec

04/06/2026

Save the date for an upcoming webinar from the UConn School of Social Work!

On April 17, is hosting an engaging webinar on integrated behavioral health through the Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) model. Earn 1.5 CECs.

Register now at s.uconn.edu/ebptraining

04/03/2026

📣 We’re growing our team!

is hiring a Marketing Coordinator to create content across web, social media, and email—and help expand the reach of our national work.

🔗 Learn more + apply: s.uconn.edu/ii-marketing

04/02/2026

Understanding the connection between trauma and substance use is critical to supporting children, youth, and families.

A new five-part fact sheet series from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) offers guidance for providers seeking to better recognize and respond to these intersecting experiences.

🔗 Access the fact sheets: s.uconn.edu/nctsn-facts

04/01/2026

What does it take to truly support children, youth, and families with complex needs?

The first four episodes of Unwrapping Wraparound: Innovations in Care Coordination explore just that—through research, real-world experience, and practical skill-building.

Start with the first four episodes:
✔️ Why Wraparound matters
✔️ The future of the field with Eric Bruns
✔️ Practical engagement skills you can use right away
✔️ The power of peer parent support and PEARLS with Antoinette Donnelly

Whether you're new to Wraparound or deep in the work, there’s something here for you.

New full-length episodes drop the 4th Wednesday of each month and the Care Coordination Field Guide shorts drop the 2nd Wednesday of each month.

👉 Bookmark this page and start listening now: s.uconn.edu/wrap-pod

03/31/2026

Don't miss tomorrow's SAMHSA webinar for prospective applicants interested in applying for the FY 2026 Children's Mental Health Initiative (NOFO # SM-26-013)!

The webinar will provide an overview of the NOFO (s.uconn.edu/cmhi-nofo-26) and application requirements and will be led by SAMHSA's Center for Mental Health Services staff.

🗓️ Wednesday, April 1
🕰️ 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
🔗 s.uconn.edu/cmhi-webinar

03/30/2026

What does it look like when social work meets policy?

As we wrap up , we are highlighting our recent TA Telegram Policy Corner that explores how social workers —grounded in social justice and real-world experience—are uniquely positioned to shape policies that impact individuals, families, and communities.

We’re proud to spotlight the Nancy A. Humphreys Institute for Political Social Work and the UConn School of Social Work, where future leaders are gaining the tools to step into policymaking, advocacy, and public leadership.

From classrooms to communities to Congress, social workers are driving change—and at , we’re honored to be part of that work.

🔗 Explore the Policy Corner: s.uconn.edu/3-23telegram
📬 Subscribe for more: s.uconn.edu/subscribe2ii

Address

38 Prospect Street
Hartford, CT
06103

Website

https://innovations.socialwork.uconn.edu/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Innovations Institute posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Innovations Institute:

Shortcuts

Want your practice to be the top-listed Clinic in Hartford?