Hospital for Special Care

01/08/2026

The weather outside might be frightful, but the fun inside our Adaptive Sports Inclusive Recreation nights is so delightful! ❄🖌🥞

Join us for our Winter Fun and Breakfast for Dinner night on Friday, Jan 23. Dress in your winter PJs and enjoy pancakes, crafts, games, and lots of fun!

Registration is required, visit the link to register now.

Join our Inclusive Recreation Program for Winter Fun and Breakfast for Dinner!

01/05/2026

After more than a month in our Cardiac medical rehab unit, one patient shared a powerful reminder of what compassionate, patient-centered care truly means—kindness at every touchpoint, from physicians and nurses to housekeeping, and a team who believed in them even when they struggled to believe in themselves.

We are deeply grateful for this trust—and incredibly proud of our providers, staff, and support teams who show up every day with skill, heart, and humanity. This is why we do what we do. 💙

01/01/2026

Over the past year, we’ve witnessed remarkable examples of innovation, resilience, and hope. These moments remind us that healing rarely happens alone—it takes trust, collaboration, and a shared belief in patient-centered, outcome-focused care.

As we look to 2026, we welcome a new year with purpose and possibility. We are inspired by opportunities to meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve and championing our team as they make a difference every day.

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! ✨

12/30/2025

Our Neuromuscular Center speech-language pathologists recently presented at the 2025 ASHA Annual Convention in Washington, D.C.—the world’s most comprehensive education event for speech, language, and hearing professionals, hosted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

🎤 Kimberly Winter presented “Communication Management in ALS: Topics, Tools, and Tips for the SLP,” sharing practical strategies grounded in the latest research.

🎤 Krista Orszulak presented “Tailoring Communications Access Training to Non-Clinical Admin Staff in an Outpatient Rehab Setting,” highlighting innovative approaches to inclusive communication.

The ASHA Convention brings together thousands of professionals each year to advance clinical skills, explore new research, and earn continuing education credits. We’re proud to see our clinicians contributing their expertise on a global stage and helping shape the future of assistive communication care!

12/29/2025

Meet the Artist: Eddie Hall 🎨🖌
Based in Berlin, CT, Eddie is a self-taught abstract artist, known for creating vibrant, geometric works using reclaimed windows as his canvas.

Eddie is a member of the Kehler Liddell Gallery and the Silvermine Guild of Artists. His work has been featured in several solo and group exhibitions. Currently, his collection is being held at the New Britain Museum of American Art and Central Connecticut State University.

Aside from his art, Eddie is a full-time attorney and a father of two, pursuing an ambitious goal of exhibiting his artwork in every library with a gallery in CT.

Now on display throughout HFSC’s hallways, and available for purchase!
For inquiries, contact Olivia at oreed@hfsc.org

12/29/2025

Meet the Artist: Michele Fischer-Paul
Originally born in France, Michele is a CT based self-taught artist. She enjoys all genres of art, specifically hand-cut paper collages, photography and digital art.

Apart from her artist abilities, Michele has many other talents including being a gardener, herbalist, yoga instructor and a volunteer at a farm animal sanctuary.

Just this past year, Michele’s photograph “FISCHER RANCH” won first place at the HFSC Joy of Art! Exhibition.

Now on display throughout HFSC’s hallways, and available for purchase!
For inquiries, contact Olivia at oreed@hfsc.org🎨📸

12/26/2025

Celebrating the power of unity, culture, and strength within our community. As we light each candle, may we honor the incredible work of all our caregivers. Wishing a Happy Kwanzaa to those who celebrate!

12/25/2025

This Christmas, we’re grateful for the care and connection that brings our community together in shared purpose. We send our wishes for a holiday full of peace and good cheer!

12/24/2025

’Twas the night before Christmas, when Hospital for Special Care shone,
Not from snowfall or starlight, but hands all our own.
Our Facilities team placed each light with such care,
Bringing warmth to each room, hope into the air.

✨ Thank you to the Facilities team who helps our hospital shine bright, and to all, a good night!

12/23/2025

Last week, our Adaptive Sports Program hosted two junior wheelchair basketball games and celebrated Senior Recognition Day, a reminder that adaptive sports are about more than competition.
They reflect the impact of healthcare, teamwork, and support in helping students build strength and confidence. With five seniors graduating in the spring of 2026, we are incredibly proud of the progress our students have made and were honored to celebrate their achievements.

12/22/2025

Our Aquatics and Fitness Center pools will be closed for extended maintenance and repairs Monday, December 22, 2025 – Saturday, January 10, 2026. The fitness center will maintain normal operating hours during this time. 🏊‍🏃‍♀️

12/22/2025

This gingerbread village is more than a holiday display, it’s a reflection of creativity, connection, and hope. Crafted by our patients, each detail captures the spirit of the season and reminds us that our patients are the heart of everything we do. During this holiday season, we’re grateful for the moments of joy, expression, and togetherness that make healing possible.