Category: News
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Patient Success Story: Malta guides immigrant on her health journey
Meet Fatima, a resilient 41-year-old woman from Guinea, Africa, who moved to the United States in 2023. When she first visited Malta House of Care in July of that year, little did she know that her journey would lead to improved health and well-being in just six short months. During her initial visit, concerns arose…
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Celebrating Two Decades of Dedication: Honoring Malta House of Care Founding Members
On December 7, 2023, the Board of Directors and staff of Malta House of Care joyfully gathered to celebrate the holiday season alongside five of the original founding members of Malta House. The seeds of Malta House of Care were planted in 2004, when a group of Hartford-area community leaders affiliated with the Order of…
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Introducing “A Minute with Malta” for Malta medical professionals
In November 2023, our newly appointed Medical Director Dr. Angela Stein, M.D. FACP, initiated an internal educational series titled “A Minute with Malta.” This innovative program aims to provide brief recorded sessions covering essential timely health topics exclusively for our staff and volunteers. Designed to keep our team informed about recent developments in healthcare, “A…
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Calling all end of year supporters — Swing into action TODAY and earn an extra 15% for Malta!
We are gearing up for another fantastic year of participation in Traveler’s Birdies for Charity. This marks our 7th consecutive year participating in this impactful event. With profound gratitude for the support received, combined with a generous 15% match from Webster Bank, we are proud to share that over the past six years, our partnership…
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Wonder Women 2024: Celebrating Extraordinary Leaders Making a Difference!
Malta House of Care proudly presents its 12th class of Wonder Women: Deb Bibbins, Connecting Generations, Building Community Cate Grady-Benson, Preserving Nature, Inspiring Leadership Abby Sullivan Moore, Compassion in Action, Footwear for All Gladys Rivera, Passion for Service, Empowering Change Jessica Zachs, Nurturing Dignity, Redefining Equity These exceptional Connecticut women have made significant contributions to…
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Vaseline® Teams Up with Malta House of Care for Mended Murals Initiative
Malta House of Care is proud to announce their partnership for the Mended Murals initiative by Vaseline®, a groundbreaking campaign dedicated to restoring street art and promoting skin health awareness within marginalized communities across the country. As part of the brand’s continued efforts to achieve skin health equity, the Mended Murals project is a multi-city…
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Birdies for Charity 2024 now open!
Malta House of Care is thrilled to announce that Birdies for Charity, in partnership with the prestigious Travelers Championship and Webster Bank, is now open for donations in 2024! We extend heartfelt gratitude to our generous donors who have supported us, contributing to the success of this impactful fundraising program. Over the past six years…
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Check out our Fall Newsletter
Discover the latest happenings at Malta House of Care! Our newsletter is out, packed with stories of resilience, community impact, and the vibrant spirit of care. Dive into the heartwarming articles that reflect the essence of our mission. Read the Newsletter here Meet Our New Executive Director: Learn about the inspiring leadership that’s steering Malta…
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Welcoming Dr. Angela Stein to Malta House of Care!
We are delighted to introduce Dr. Angela Stein, MD, FACP, as the newest member of our Malta family as our new Medical Director. With a wealth of experience and a heart dedicated to community health, Dr. Stein brings a remarkable background to our clinic. Graduating with her Medical Degree from the University of Connecticut School…
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Avangrid Foundation and CT Natural Gas Fuel Malta House of Care’s Diabetes Initiative
The Malta House of Care expresses profound gratitude to the Avangrid Foundation, in partnership with CT Natural Gas, for their impactful grant providing 850 A1c test kits. These kits are pivotal for monitoring blood sugar levels in both new and existing patients, aiding in the early identification of diabetic and prediabetic markers. According to CDC…
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Introducing New Malta Executive Director, Dianne Auger
The members of the board of directors of Malta House of Care, Inc, in Hartford, are pleased to announce that Dianne Auger has accepted appointment as Executive Director of Malta House of Care, Inc. effective August 28, 2023. Ms. Auger, who served as Malta’s Interim Executive from November 2021 through July 2022, and from March 2023 to August 2023, is an…
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Flu Clinics: Malta Partners with Optum Health for Patient Wellness
Thank you to Optum Health for a successful series of Flu Clinics! We are fortunate that Optum donated 300 flu vaccines to Malta and we have administered them to 146 individuals … and counting! Malta House of Care is excited to announce a series of upcoming Flu Clinics in partnership with Optum Health, aimed at…
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Malta hosts Women’s Wellness Clinic
Malta recently hosted a Women’s Wellness clinic in collaboration with Hartford Hospital’s Mobile Mammography Van. This initiative aimed not only to provide essential medical services, but also to underscore the significance of proactive healthcare within our communities. The event was a resounding success as we welcomed eleven women to receive both physical exams and mammograms.…
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Birdies for Charity makes a big impact for Malta
Malta House of Care extends heartfelt gratitude to our generous donors who contributed to the Birdies for Charity program as part of the prestigious Travelers Championship. We are immensely grateful for your support! Birdies for Charity harnesses the excitement of the championship to empower nonprofits like Malta in raising awareness and support for our mission.…
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Congratulations Dr. Olsen and Dr. Brennan!
We are proud that two of the distinguished individuals honored by the Hartford Medical Society for their contributions to the betterment of the Greater Hartford Area included Malta’s very own Dr. Pauline Olsen and Dr. Tracy Brennan. Dr. Olsen and Dr. Brennan both received the Distinguished Service Award as part of the Horace Wells Humanitarian Awards…
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Aetna and CVS partner with Malta
A huge thank you to Aetna and CVS for their generous donation to Malta! They provided us with 300 cinch sacks, each packed with essential items like soap, sunscreen, deodorant, insect repellent, hand sanitizer, toothpaste, toothbrushes, floss, bandages, and cotton swabs. Additionally, they gave us around 75 boxes of extra supplies. We are incredibly grateful…