West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District

09/14/2026

This past weekend, our staff had the pleasure of attending the West Hartford Farmers’ Market, where we connected with our community and shared health education materials and resource guides. We also provided free naloxone and medication disposal bags and offered free health screenings.

What a beautiful way to spend a Saturday morning💙

09/14/2026

Join us for a QPR Su***de Prevention Training on Saturday, September 19th, at 10:30am at Prosser Library in Bloomfield! Registration IS required. Sign up at bplct.org Event Calendar.

QPR provides three simple steps: Question, Persuade, and Refer; to help connect someone with the support and resources they need. This training helps teach participants how to recognize the warning signs of someone who may be experiencing a mental health crisis and respond with confidence.

September is Su***de Awareness Month. Join us for a QPR Su***de Prevention Training with the West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District on Saturday, September 19 at 10:30AM. Sign up at bplct.org Event Calendar.

QPR is an evidence-based su***de prevention training that teaches participants how to recognize the warning signs of someone who may be experiencing a mental health crisis and respond with confidence. Similar to CPR for medical emergencies, QPR provides three simple steps—Question, Persuade, and Refer—to help connect someone with the support and resources they need.

This free training is appropriate for anyone who wants to learn practical skills to support friends, family members, coworkers, or others in their community and help create a more informed, compassionate, and supportive environment.

09/10/2026

Every chat, no matter how small, builds a more supportive and understanding society. Together, we can make a difference and prioritize su***de prevention, ensuring everyone gets the help they need. ***dePreventionDay

09/08/2026

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Your reason is reason enough.

Whether you're facing a crisis, feeling overwhelmed, worried about someone you care about, or simply need someone to listen, the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7.

📞 Call or text 988 for free, confidential support.

Help us spread the word: there's no wrong reason to reach out.

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This year's theme, "988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough," reminds us that you don't have to be in crisis to reach out to the 988 Lifeline. Whatever you're facing, support is available.

Today, share what 988 means to you - whether it's reaching out for support, checking in on someone you care about, finding someone to talk to, or simply knowing that help is available when you need it.

Share your reason and help remind others that there's no wrong time to reach out to 988.

09/08/2026

September is National Recovery Month, making it an important time to recognize the power of recovery and remind our community that naloxone can help save lives.

Bloomfield has two harm reduction cabinets, located at the Bloomfield Police Department and Community Center, that are stocked with naloxone and available to the community. You can also stop by our office at any time to pick up naloxone, no questions asked.

09/04/2026

It’s National Food Safety Education Month! Remember these 4 steps to handle food safely.

1️. Wash
2. Separate
3. Cook
4. Chill

Check out more safety tips to keep you and your family safe.
https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/safe-food-handling

09/01/2026

💜 September is National Recovery Month 💜

Recovery is possible, and everyone deserves access to support, resources, and tools that can help keep themselves and their loved ones safer.

As part of our commitment to harm reduction and community health, free harm reduction supplies and materials are available at our office during regular business hours, no questions asked.

Need supplies outside of business hours? Our harm reduction cabinets are available 24/7 at the Bloomfield Community Center and Bloomfield Police Department.

Whether you are in recovery, actively using substances, supporting someone you love, or simply want to have supplies on hand, you are welcome to access these resources. There is no judgment, no stigma, and no questions asked.

08/31/2026

On International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember those lost to overdose, support those affected by substance use, and recommit to saving lives through compassion, education, and evidence-based action.

WHBHD offers free naloxone and drug testing strips to community members. Stop by our office at 580 Cottage Grove Rd, Ste 100 Monday - Friday between 7:30 am and 3 pm, no questions asked.

In 2025, approximately 70,000 people in the United States died from drug overdose. Each person was loved, valued, and missed.

This , we honor them through remembrance, compassion, and evidence-based action.
https://bit.ly/3U0adRS

08/31/2026

We had a wonderful time at Bookwyrm Fest with the West Hartford Public Library last month!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table to learn more about local public health programs and resources. We always enjoy connecting with our community and participating in events that bring people together!

08/26/2026

🍂 Our Fall Diabetes Self-Management Workshop is back! 🍂

Join us for a 7-week workshop series designed to help you build confidence and skills for managing diabetes and living well.

Choose the format that works best for you:
💻 Virtual via Zoom: Tuesdays
📍 In person at the Bloomfield Senior Center: Thursdays

Come learn, connect, and gain practical tools to help you better manage your diabetes. 💙

Space is limited, sign up today!