Health & Social Work
Social Worker and Nurse
The Senior Center Social Workers, Kitty Dudley, and Calma Frett, and Senior Center Nurse are available by appointment to help with many of your health and personal needs.
If you have questions about health insurance, home care, ConnPACE, or anything of a personal nature, please call 860-647-3211 for a consultation by appointment with Kitty Dudley, or Calma Frett.
If you have questions about blood pressure, fall risk assessment or have questions about your health in general, a health consultation with the Senior Center Nurse is available by appointment on Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. by calling the Health department at 860-647-3173.
Blood Pressure—Drop In
Blood Pressure checks are held ever Wednesday! Meet with the nurse on Wednesday between 9:30 AM—11:30 AM. If you have any questions, or concerns, please contact the Manchester Health Department at (860) 647-3173.
File of Life Medication Review
Having a File of Life Card on your refrigerator provides important medical information to emergency responders! Nurses from the Manchester Health Department are offering appointments to help create your own File of Life. Please call (860) 647-3211 to register. First Responders have endorsed this program and are trained to look for this file. 30 minutes now can save valuable time in an emergency situation! Bring a list of your medications, or your medications in a bag to your appointment.
Foot Care—Appointments on the 1st & 3rd Friday of each month
Schedule a 30 minute appointment to meet with a nurse from FootCare By Nurses LLC. Cost: $45.00. You can pay by cash, check or charge. Call the Manchester Health Department at (860) 647-3173 to schedule your appointment.
Podiatry Doctor Appointments
The Manchester Health Department is partnering with First Choice Health Centers to bring on-site Podiatry Services to the Senior Center. Anyone with chronic pain or a foot/ankle injury may benefit from the specialized care of a podiatrist. Dr. Vera Halbfass can assist with fungal infections, foot/ankle wounds, and the unique foot care needs of those with diabetes, and circulatory conditions. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call Diana Martin, RN at (860) 647-3175. Registration is required. If you don’t already see a Podiatrist, we hope you will take advantage of this beneficial medical service. It’s time to start feeling better from the ground up!
Low Vision
Learn what you can do to help yourself or your loved one with low vision. Contact Kitty Dudley.
Caregiving
For caregivers of all ages who live in Manchester or care for elderly family members who live in Manchester. Contact Kitty Dudley.
Human Services
2023-2024 Human Services Resource Directory(PDF, 2MB)