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LLHD serves as the local health department for East Lyme, Groton, Ledyard, Lyme, New London, North Stonington, Old Lyme, Stonington and Waterford, CT.

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The Ledge Light Knights got our pink on today for Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Did you know that CT has the 2nd highest incidence of breast cancer in the U.S.?
The BEST defense is early detection. Have you had your mammogram this year?! If you need help accessing or paying for screening, our friends at the L+M Early Detection Program may be able to help. Please call them at 860.442.0711, ext. 2197 by @ledgelighthd

Our office is closed until Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 8AM in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Have a safe and healthy holiday. by @ledgelighthd

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🩺 Walk-In Mobile Health Clinic
📅 October 6 & 20, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 The Place for CommUNITY Wellbeing, 74 Garfield Ave., New London, CT

Services include urgent care needs, screenings, lab testing, immunizations, and more. Walk-ins are welcome, the clinic is open to all ages, and insurance is accepted but not required.

A community health worker will also be onsite in case you/someone you know needs to be connected to additional services.

Please share with anyone who may benefit. by @ledgelighthd

LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR OCTOBER 6TH SERVSAFE CLASS: Are you a restaurant manager, person-in-charge, or food service professional looking to earn your Food Protection Manager Certification? Register for the ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager Course & Exam, presented by the Ledge Light Health District and Uncas Health District.

📍 Montville Town Hall, Room #203
🕗 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM
💲 $175 (includes course materials and exam)
📅 Registration deadline: September 29, 2026

📧 Email your registration form to: office@uncashd.org OR Call 860.823.1189

Seats are limited, so don’t wait to reserve your spot! by @ledgelighthd

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Walk-in health care is coming to The Place for Community Wellbeing this Tuesday!

Hartford HealthCare’s Neighborhood Health mobile clinic will be onsite at The Place Tuesday, September 22 from 10 AM–2 PM.

Services include urgent care needs, screenings and lab tests, immunizations, and more.

Walk-ins are welcome, all ages are welcome, and insurance is accepted but not required.

Please share with anyone who may benefit from having convenient access to care right here in the community. by @ledgelighthd

💜💙 Learn How to Save a Life Through Conversation 💙💜
Join us for QPR (Question. Persuade. Refer.) Suicide Prevention Training, an evidence-informed program that teaches community members how to recognize the warning signs of a mental health crisis and connect someone with help.
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026 🕠 5:30–7:30 PM 📍 The Place for CommUNITY WellBeing 74 Garfield Avenue, New London, CT
During this training, participants will learn: ✅ How to recognize warning signs of suicide ✅ How to question, persuade, and refer someone who may be at risk ✅ Common causes of suicidal behavior ✅ How to help themselves or someone in crisis ✅ Resources and support available in the community
🍽️ Dinner will be provided.
📲 Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or contact: Margaret Lancaster 📞 860-910-0445 📧 mlancaster@llhd.org
If you or someone you know needs immediate support, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. by @ledgelighthd

Join Mujeres Entre Culturas (MEC), Ledge Light Health District, and The Place for Community Wellbeing for the Latin American Cultural Passport event!

📍 The Place, 74 Garfield Ave, New London, CT 📅 Friday, September 25 🕖 7:00 PM 🎟️ FREE & Open to the Public

Travel through Latin America without leaving New London! Visit each cultural table, collect stamps in your passport, and enjoy music, entertainment, and activities for adults and children.

Come celebrate the richness, diversity, and traditions of Hispanic cultures with friends, family, and neighbors! by @ledgelighthd

On September 8, we recognize 988 Day, a national effort to raise awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Mental health is an important part of overall well-being. Today, we encourage everyone to learn about the resources available and share them with colleagues, friends, and family.

If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988 for free, confidential assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

#988Day #MentalHealthAwareness #Wellbeing #988 by @ledgelighthd

Calling all high school students! Join us for this exciting day. Sign up at https://tiny.llhd.org/Summit by @ledgelighthd

by @ledgelighthd