Events
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February 6-8, 2025
This three-day event will offer personal insights and experiences from distinguished professionals who will share their groundbreaking research, innovative engagement strategies, and empowering storytelling to promote community solidarity. Addressing the themes of “Science, Substance, Solidarity, and Sustainability”, our national conference is a unique opportunity to connect with mental health professionals, community members, and researchers currently practicing and conducting research related to racial trauma and community healing.
June 13, 2024
IOL 200th Anniversary Celebration Block Party unites community
The Institute of Living recently celebrated the conclusion of its 200th Anniversary with a fun-filled block party attended by over 400 colleagues, past and current clients, family, and friends from the community. Attendees enjoyed swag bags, music, dancing, info tables, food from local restaurants, a photo booth, and marching performances by the Hartford Magic Soul Drumline team.
The founding and construction of the IOL, then known as the Hartford Retreat for the Insane, began in 1822 as one of the first mental health centers in the United States and the first hospital of any kind in Connecticut. The first patient was admitted in April 1924.
Thanks to the IOL Family Resource Center team, interns and committee members and all who organized, volunteered and attended the event. It was a wonderful time to celebrate the past, honor the present, and look ahead to providing a future of patient-centered care fueled and supported by the healing power of our communities.
The IOL reached a 200-year milestone in 2022 and initiated a wide-ranging, multiyear celebration and awareness campaign to commemorate and educate about its longevity and groundbreaking history, promote current services and recognition as a leader in mental health and research, and showcase the next chapter of recovery services and care.
The founding and construction of the IOL, then known as the Hartford Retreat for the Insane, began in 1822 as one of the first mental health centers in the United States and the first hospital of any kind in Connecticut. The first patient was admitted in April 1924.
Thanks to the IOL Family resource Center team, interns and committee members and all who organized, volunteered and attended the event. It was a wonderful time to celebrate the past, honor the present, and look ahead to providing a future of patient-centered care fueled and supported by the healing power of our communities
April 23, 2024
It was a beautiful spring day, and the well-anticipated launch of the Center for Research on Racial Trauma and Community Healing. The announcement came in a community conversation at the Artists Collective in Hartford, and featured representatives of Hartford Healthcare, local community and civic organizations, Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam, and residents.
Dr. Javeed Sukhera, founding director of the new center, describes the center as an opportunity to “take the legacy of our scientific knowledge and invest it into the communities we serve.” Dr. Sukhera’s remarks, community guest speakers, and an insightful panel discussion highlighted the importance of community healing and the role healthcare has in facilitating this process.
January 18, 2024
Community Conversation on Racial Trauma and Community Healing
Community members had the opportunity to converse with Dr. Javeed Sukhera, Chair of Psychiatry at the Institute of Living, and Chief of Psychiatry at Hartford Hospital on topics of racial trauma and community healing. Moderated by Greg Jones, Vice President of Community Health and Engagement, and sponsored by Mother’s United Against Violence, the gathering brought together over 60 people and used personal experiences to foster insightful conversations, while encouraging opportunities for change.
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