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November 22, 2023

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 … Continue reading Check out our Fall Newsletter
November 13, 2023

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 … Continue reading Welcoming Dr. Angela Stein to Malta House of Care!
November 9, 2023

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 … Continue reading Avangrid Foundation and CT Natural Gas Fuel Malta House of Care’s Diabetes Initiative
October 2, 2023

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 … Continue reading Introducing New Malta Executive Director, Dianne Auger
September 13, 2023

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 … Continue reading Flu Clinics: Malta Partners with Optum Health for Patient Wellness
August 15, 2023

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. … Continue reading Malta hosts Women’s Wellness Clinic
June 28, 2023

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. … Continue reading Birdies for Charity makes a big impact for Malta
May 23, 2023

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 … Continue reading Congratulations Dr. Olsen and Dr. Brennan!
May 17, 2023

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 … Continue reading Aetna and CVS partner with Malta
May 15, 2023

For 4th Year Straight, Malta Earns Top Honors from NAFC

For the fourth year in a row, Malta has earned the highest-possible honors for its standards of care from a pre-eminent national group. The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC), a highly respected trade organization that represents about 1,400 charitable clinics nationwide, awarded Malta the NAFC 2023 Standards Gold Rating for its quality-of-care standards. … Continue reading For 4th Year Straight, Malta Earns Top Honors from NAFC
March 14, 2023

Ann Uccello, Wonder Woman Class of 2019, passes away at 100

In 2019, Malta House of Care proudly honored Ann Uccello as one of our “Wonder Women” for her contributions as a pioneer, a trailblazer, and a feminist right here in Hartford, Connecticut as the state’s first female mayor. On April 25, 2019 we honored her along with five other women chosen for their outstanding community service. … Continue reading Ann Uccello, Wonder Woman Class of 2019, passes away at 100
February 3, 2023

Malta’s Wonder Woman Lhakpa Sherpa featured in New York Times article

“The Queen of Everest Trains While Working at Whole Foods” by Bhadra Sharma and Adam Skolnick was featured in the New York Times on January 31, 2023. The piece focuses on Malta Wonder Woman Class of 2019, Lhakpa Sherpa who has climbed Mount Everest 10 times, the most ascents ever by a woman. “Unlike the … Continue reading Malta’s Wonder Woman Lhakpa Sherpa featured in New York Times article
January 20, 2023

Malta and City of Hartford Partner on #Getvaxxed Campaign

Malta House of Care, Inc. and the City of Hartford Health and Human Service Department are partnering to provide COVID-19 vaccines and boosters and flu vaccines to anyone ages 5 and up at two Malta House of Care locations in Hartford. No appointment is needed. Starting on January 19th, vaccines will be available on the … Continue reading Malta and City of Hartford Partner on #Getvaxxed Campaign
January 16, 2023

OpED in Hartford Courant on Malta

Victoria Veltri: In Hartford, the health safety net of the safety net By Victoria Veltri • Hartford Courant • Jan 11, 2023 Connecticut is a healthy state by most health measures, yet a substantial number of our uninsured residents lack access to health care coverage and places to get ongoing, high quality, comprehensive health care in … Continue reading OpED in Hartford Courant on Malta
January 11, 2023

Vaccine Clinic – Thursday, January 19th

Malta House of Care is proud to partner with the Hartford Department of Health and Human Services and their Get Vaxxed program to offer a Vaccine Clinic at two locations on Thursday, January 19th. Covid-19 Vaccines, Boosters, and Flu Vaccines will be available while supplies last. No appointment needed. Vaccines for ages 5+ 10am – … Continue reading Vaccine Clinic – Thursday, January 19th
December 2, 2022

Congratulations to Malta’s inaugural Community Partner Award winners!

On Thursday, December 1, 2022 we celebrated the Magic of Magic and presented our inaugural Community Partner Awards to three partners who have gone above and beyond to show care and concern for others. Malta relies on the support from its generous donors and also need partners in our community to help us take care … Continue reading Congratulations to Malta’s inaugural Community Partner Award winners!
November 18, 2022

Up-close private viewing of CT Science Center’s new exhibit at Magic of Malta event

Join us at our Magic of Malta event on December 1st for an up-close private viewing of the not-yet-opened “Forest of Illusions” exhibition opening just days before our special event. We look forward to having you celebrate with us! Tickets on sale now! The CT Science Center describes the new traveling exhibition: Follow the … Continue reading Up-close private viewing of CT Science Center’s new exhibit at Magic of Malta event
November 13, 2022

New Clinic featured on Crossroads Magazine

Malta’s new clinic was featured as part of a recent episode of Crossroads Magazine produced by the Office of Radio & Television. The episode aired on October 23, 2022. Here is a clip featuring Malta:
October 30, 2022

Magic of Malta Event tickets on sale

We are excited to invite you to come celebrate the Magic of Malta on Thursday, December 1, 2022 from 5:30-8:30pm at the Connecticut Science Center in Hartford. The evening is hosted by Jocelyn Maminta, Malta Wonder Woman class of 2013, former CT News Anchor/Reporter and Co-Founder of Caroline’s Room. The evening includes a private viewing of … Continue reading Magic of Malta Event tickets on sale
October 20, 2022

Strategic Plan RFP

The Malta House of Care, Inc., a community- based non-profit organization in Hartford, CT, seeks a vendor to facilitate and complete, with the consultation of the organization and stakeholders, a dynamic strategic plan for partial year 2023 and calendar years 2024-2026. Interested parties should review the Strategic Plan RFP and contact Victoria Veltri, Executive Director … Continue reading Strategic Plan RFP
October 14, 2022

Interview with Consulado General de México en Boston

Malta Patient Navigator, Lillian Ruiz speaks about the services offered at Malta House of Care in an interview with Consulado General de México en Boston. Originally posted at: https://www.facebook.com/ConsulmexBoston/videos/604460531381020 Please note this program is entirely in Spanish.
October 10, 2022

Successful Flu Clinic Series

This year’s flu clinics brought six times more people than we helped in 2021. It was a great success and we are grateful for our partnership with Optum to help our community stay healthy and safe. We offered FREE flu vaccines to over 180 uninsured and under-insured people in Hartford and East Hartford at three … Continue reading Successful Flu Clinic Series
September 29, 2022

NEW Patient Registration Hours Now Available

New Patient Registration Tuesday through Friday | 9am-11am Malta House of Care Clinic 136 Farmington Avenue, Hartford To become a patient at Malta House, you must meet three criteria: Age 18 or older No insurance Bring photo ID We will be open for new patient registration only Tuesday through Friday mornings from 9am-11am at Malta’s Clinic at … Continue reading NEW Patient Registration Hours Now Available
September 21, 2022

WFSB Channel 3 covers Opening Event, includes words from Chairman Brian Sheehan

New community in Hartford to provide health care and food By Ayah Galal and Evan Sobol Published: Sep. 21, 2022 at 6:55 PM EDT HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – A new cathedral community center has opened its doors in Hartford. It’s going to help more people in the capital city get access to healthcare and food. … Continue reading WFSB Channel 3 covers Opening Event, includes words from Chairman Brian Sheehan
September 21, 2022

Fox 61 covers Clinic Opening, includes Vicki Veltri interview

$8M privately funded food pantry, primary care center comes to Hartford “The heart of charity in the center of Hartford,” said Archbishop Leonard Blair. Author: Jim Altman Fox 61 Published: 6:49 PM EDT September 20, 2022 Updated: 7:09 PM EDT September 20, 2022 HARTFORD, Conn. — The exterior of an old red brick building on … Continue reading Fox 61 covers Clinic Opening, includes Vicki Veltri interview
September 20, 2022

New space featured in Hartford Courant

Hartford Cathedral Center opening new space for free health care, food pantry, ‘ a remarkable transformation’ By Ed Stannard Hartford Courant Sep 19, 2022 at 3:38 pm The Malta House of Care, whose van has offered primary health care to residents of Hartford and East Hartford since 2006, will begin welcoming its clients to a new, … Continue reading New space featured in Hartford Courant
September 12, 2022

Upcoming Free Flu Vaccine Clinics — Fall 2022

Malta is excited to once again be partnering with Optum to provide Malta patients (and anyone else who is uninsured or under-insured) FREE Flu Vaccines this fall! Clinics are scheduled for: Wednesday, September 21st 10am-2pm Malta House of Care Clinic 136 Farmington Avenue, Hartford Thursday, September 29th 12pm-3:30pm St. Augustine Church 10 Campfield Avenue, Hartford … Continue reading Upcoming Free Flu Vaccine Clinics — Fall 2022
September 6, 2022

New state-of-the-art stationary outpatient clinic opening soon

Today, Malta House of Care, Inc., a free clinic that provides comprehensive primary care services to uninsured Connecticut adults in the Greater Hartford area, announces the opening of a new-state-of-the-art stationary outpatient clinic at 136 Farmington Avenue. Malta thanks its donors, the Archdiocese of Hartford, and the Hartford Bishops’ Foundation for the financial support that … Continue reading New state-of-the-art stationary outpatient clinic opening soon
August 24, 2022

Welcome Vicki Veltri, our new Executive Director

A message from Brian Sheehan, Malta House of Care Chairperson August 2022 Greetings- Today I am writing to share with you, as our most important partners, exciting news about the future of Malta House of Care. Our board search committee has completed an extensive search for an Executive Director. After receiving over 70 inquiries … Continue reading Welcome Vicki Veltri, our new Executive Director
July 24, 2022

Another record for this year’s Birdies for Charity event

Thank you to all of our donors who gave $76,850 this year, prompting a 15% match of $11,250 from Webster Bank. That brings our Birdies total to $88,100 FORE Malta! We are grateful to the continual support from the Birdies for Charity, a giving platform that utilizes the excitement around the Travelers Championship to help … Continue reading Another record for this year’s Birdies for Charity event
July 12, 2022

Support Our Mission and Reserve your Building Block

Donate to Malta today to be part of our exciting Building Blocks program! A beautiful, modern brick-and-mortar facility on the campus of St. Joseph’s Cathedral in downtown Hartford! This site will be in addition to our mobile clinic that will continue to visit underserved neighborhoods in Greater Hartford. And YOU can memorialize your role in the … Continue reading Support Our Mission and Reserve your Building Block
June 25, 2022

Listen to Malta’s interview on The River 105.9 Renee Dinino

Listen to our interview in the Fan Zone today with The River 105.9 Renee Dinino at the Travelers Championship. Renee chats with Betsy Walsh, Assistant Director of Development, and Dianne Auger, Interim Executive Director of Malta House of Care! Renee is the host of two radio shows: Celebrity Access, where you’ll get great interviews from … Continue reading Listen to Malta’s interview on The River 105.9 Renee Dinino
May 24, 2022

For 3rd Year Straight, Malta Earns Top Honors from NAFC

For the third year in a row, Malta has earned the highest-possible honors for its standards of care from a pre-eminent national group. The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC), a highly respected trade organization that represents about 1,400 charitable clinics nationwide, awarded Malta the NAFC 2022 Standards Gold Rating for its quality-of-care standards. … Continue reading For 3rd Year Straight, Malta Earns Top Honors from NAFC
September 24, 2021

Wonder Women Honored at 2020 Gala Event

Malta House of Care is pleased and proud to announce the names of the Wonder Women Class of ’20 – the 10th anniversary class! We celebrated these seven “ordinary women doing extraordinary things” at an awards ceremony and fundraiser on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, 6:00-8:30pm, at the Wampanoag Country Club in West Hartford. Learn more … Continue reading Wonder Women Honored at 2020 Gala Event
October 24, 2020

Two Volunteers Win 2020 “Heart of Malta” Awards

Longtime volunteers Kathy Corbalis and Bradford Wilkinson, MD, have been named this year’s “Heart of Malta” honorees, in recognition of their extraordinary efforts as non-medical and medical volunteers, respectively. It is the highest honor a Malta supporter can receive. Corbalis, a resident of West Hartford, has served as a non-medical volunteer for Malta since 2011, … Continue reading Two Volunteers Win 2020 “Heart of Malta” Awards