Windham Hospital

05/06/2026

Proud moment for our team! 🎉

Windham Hospital has once again earned an “A” Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, marking our 7th consecutive “A” for patient safety!

This achievement reflects our unwavering commitment to providing high-quality, safe care and is a testament to the dedication, teamwork, and compassion of our physicians, nurses, and staff.

Every day, they put patient safety first and this recognition shows it.

Thank you, colleagues, for making this possible. Your commitment to keeping patients safe truly makes a difference. 💙👏

05/05/2026

💙 Happy Nurses Week! 💙

Windham Hospital kicked off Nurses Week with a flag raising ceremony in honor of all of our incredible nurses. This week, we proudly celebrate these compassionate professionals who show up every day with skill, heart, and unwavering dedication to our patients, families, and community.

Your expertise saves lives. Your kindness brings comfort. Your commitment makes a difference today and always.

Thank you for being the backbone of our care teams and the reason so many feel safe, supported, and heard.

We are endlessly grateful for all that you do.

05/04/2026

Join us in honoring the incredible recipients of the 2026 Hartford HealthCare Nightingale Awards for Excellence in Nursing!

These annual awards recognize outstanding nurses who have made significant contributions to the profession and have been nominated by their patients or peers.

Christina Chenette, RN

Christina is an exceptional nurse - certified in wound, ostomy and continence care — and known for her clinical expertise, compassionate care and unwavering advocacy for patients with complex needs. A dedicated mentor, she supports and inspires colleagues with patience and encouragement. Committed to lifelong learning, Christina brings evidence-based practices into care, fostering a supportive environment and making a lasting impact on patients and her team.

05/01/2026

Join us in honoring the incredible recipients of the 2026 Hartford HealthCare Nightingale Awards for Excellence in Nursing!

These annual awards recognize outstanding nurses who have made significant contributions to the profession and have been nominated by their patients or peers.

✨ Erin Bane, APRN ✨

Erin is a bilingual midwife in the Windham Women’s Health Center dedicated to delivering culturally competent, patient-centered care. She champions access, education and outreach, meeting patients in both clinical and community settings. Through her leadership, advocacy and service, she helps reduce disparities and improve health outcomes in the community.

Stay tuned as we share more stories of these exceptional nurses and their vital role in healthcare! 💙

04/09/2026

Community wellness in action!

The 2nd Annual Windham Universal Screening Day was a great success at the Windham Senior and Community Center in Willimantic, bringing neighbors together for a full day focused on health, education, and prevention.

Thanks to our dedicated Hartford HealthCare colleagues and nursing students from Eastern Connecticut State University, community members had access to a wide range of FREE screenings and educational resources, including:

• Blood Pressure & A1c screenings
• Nutrition consults & education
• Blood Pressure checks
• Stroke education & awareness
• Healthy aging education
• Cancer education
• Wound care education
• Bone & joint health education
• Urology & incontinence education
• Fall risk & balance screenings
• Sleep medicine education
And more!

We’re proud to support proactive healthcare and strengthen the well-being of our Windham community, one screening at a time.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this day possible!

03/30/2026

02/23/2026

❄️ Winter Storm Update

🩺 All primary care, speciality care and urgent care locations are closed today.

📲 Virtual care is always available with the HHC 24/7 app.

⚠️ For the latest information about cancellations, closures and delayed openings across our system, please visit our website.

hartfordhealthcare.org/about-us/news-press/winter-storm-update

01/30/2026

Celebrating MSK Concordance Day!

Hartford HealthCare has become the first health system in the nation to have all its cancer centers recognized as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Care Partner. This is an extraordinary milestone that truly underscores our exceptional capabilities across the system and here at Windham Hospital.

Now, our patients have access to among the best clinical trials, research, and experts in the world, right here in their own communities.

01/22/2026

Sharper images, better care.

Windham Hospital upgraded its MRI suite to a state-of-the-art GE Signa Artist EVO 1.5T machine.

This investment in advanced imaging technology will deliver better images faster and more comfortably for patients. The milestone reflects Windham's ongoing commitment to innovation, access and excellence in patient care.

01/16/2026

Celebrating Excellence in Community Wellness

We are thrilled to announce that the Windham Hospital Community Health team has been awarded the 2025 Wellness Award by the Windham Region Chamber of Commerce!

This recognition highlights the team’s incredible dedication to improving the health and well‑being of our community, especially through their work with the mobile health clinic, community outreach programs, and the compassionate support they provide every day.

Whether they’re bringing essential care directly to neighborhoods, connecting residents with resources, or offering preventive services to those who need it most, the Community Health Team continues to make a meaningful difference in the Windham community.

Please join us in congratulating this outstanding team for their commitment, passion, and impact. Thank you for helping make our community healthier and stronger!

01/13/2026

Big news for our community!

Windham Hospital is now recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System – Committed to Care Excellence 🩵

This honor reflects our commitment to providing safe, high-quality care for older adults that focuses on what matters most to them. Every day, our team works to ensure care is delivered reliably and respectfully in every setting.

Thank you to our incredible staff for making this possible!

Visit www.ihi.org/AgeFriendly to learn more about the movement.


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