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Welcome to The Institute of Living

The Institute of Living’s model of care is derived from a long-standing humanistic tradition and a rigorous commitment to scientific advances. Treatment at the Institute of Living is based on respect for the dignity and individuality of each patient. Learn more by downloading the Patient Healthcare Guide & Journal.

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Family Birth Place Tour at the Hospital of Central Connecticut
Monday, Oct 19, 2026, 6:00PM - 7:00PM

Family Birth Place Tour at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

Join us for an informative tour designed to help you feel confident and prepared for your delivery. Led by our experienced childbirth [...]

Seminario web: Informacion sobre perdida de peso quirurgica para el Centro Medico St. Vincent
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026

Seminario web: Informacion sobre perdida de peso quirurgica para el Centro Medico St. Vincent

En esta sesión educativa GRATUITA a pedido, únase a los cirujanos bariátricos, el Dr. Nicholas Dugan y/o la Dra. Danielle Friedman para [...]

On Site: Postpartum Parent Group at Backus Hospital
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 10:00AM - 11:00AM

On Site: Postpartum Parent Group at Backus Hospital

Join us every Tuesday morning for an opportunity to meet and connect with other parents of newborns and young children. This support group [...]

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Awards & Accreditations

Behavioral Health Network is accredited by the Joint Commission for meeting national standards in
health care quality and safety in both the areas of Behavior Health Care and Hospitals.

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