Healthcare Warriors To Be Honored By Hamden Regional Chamber

HAMDEN, CT — The Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce will recognize outstanding local healthcare professionals at its 5th Annual Healthcare Warrior Awards on Wednesday, April 9, at 8:30 a.m. at The VUE in Hamden.

The event, presented by Assisted Living Services, will be emceed by Kathryn Hauser, Emmy Award-winning Anchor/Reporter at WTNH News 8.

“Our healthcare workers are the backbone of our community, dedicating their time, energy, and compassion to ensure the well-being of others,” Hamden Chamber President Nancy Dudchik said in a news release. “The Healthcare Warrior Awards allow us to honor those who go above and beyond, recognizing their unwavering commitment to care, healing, and service. Their dedication deserves our deepest gratitude and appreciation.”

Read more from the news release below:

The Chamber is honored to celebrate the following individuals for their dedication and service:

• Nursing: Dr. Pina Violano – Quinnipiac University, School of Nursing
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): Ann Lewis – Atria Larson Place
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): Ann Marie Anderson – Clelian Adult Day Center
• Volunteer: Sister Ann O’Neill – Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden
• Social Services: Kevin Mercado – Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center
• Physician: Dr. Lyndsey Maher – Soleil Acupuncture & Naturopathic Wellness
• Healthcare Staff: Ingrid Narvaez – Assisted Living Services, Inc.
• Firefighter/Paramedic: Christopher Dosin – Hamden Fire Department
• Police Officer: Officer Michael Vivenzio – Hamden Police Department
• Healthcare Advocate: David MacNiven – Nutmeg Insurance Advisors
• Healthcare Educator: Kerry Patton – Quinnipiac University
• Home Care (Live-In): Tashima Watson – Assisted Living Services
• Rehabilitation Professional: Dr. Joshua Greene, OTD, OTR/L – Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center

Thank you to our Sponsors to date who make this event possible, including our Presenting Sponsor; Assisted Living Services, as well as Quinnipiac University, Nutmeg Insurance Advisors, Atria Larson Place, Stepping Into Prosperity, and Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden. Their support helps us recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of our local healthcare heroes.

For more information and to register, visit www.hamdenregionalchamber.com or call 203-288-6431. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for this event.