Empower Future Healthcare Professionals—Support the Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers
The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is dedicated to preparing students for successful healthcare careers. Many students come from underprivileged backgrounds, working hard to support their families while pursuing education and career advancement. Through nurturing support and 1-on-1 guidance, graduates consistently excel in national certifications, often ranking in the 99th percentile, and enjoy high job placement rates, stepping confidently into healthcare roles.
Through specialized partnerships, local youth from economically vulnerable communities are gaining access to healthcare career programs. According to a recent ALICE study, 50% of households in Ansonia and Seymour face challenges meeting basic living needs. These programs are a direct pathway to gainful employment and a better quality of life for these young people, immediately after graduation.
“I’m sincerely thankful for your donation. This has allowed me to venture into the world of medicine. I’m an 18-year-old student and have been financially unstable my whole life. I’ve dreamt of assisting in medicine. This donation helps me in ways unimaginable, so thank you.” – Recent graduate Dante
Education That Changes Lives
By offering hands-on training, real-world hospital experience, and expert instruction, students are prepared to excel in high-demand healthcare fields such as Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, Phlebotomy, Patient Care Technology, and Certified Nursing Assistance.
Impact of Your Support
- Provide Scholarships: Help low-income students access affordable tuition, making healthcare careers possible for those who might not otherwise have the opportunity.
- Improve Job Opportunities: Enable students to receive the education and certification they need to secure high-demand jobs in the healthcare industry, contributing to a more skilled workforce.
- Strengthen the Healthcare Workforce: Directly contribute to addressing the shortage of healthcare professionals, ensuring quality care for the community.
- Create Lasting Change in the Valley community: Invest in students’ futures, giving them the tools to transform their lives and, in turn, make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the greater Valley community.
Make a Difference Today
Your generous contribution will empower low-income students to break through financial barriers, acquire essential skills, and build a brighter future. By investing in their education, you’re not only changing their lives but also helping to create a stronger, healthier community for us all.
Your impactful investment in our students can be made here. To learn how you can establish establishing a named scholarship fund, please contact Kristy Jelenik, Executive Director of the Griffin Hospital Development Fund at kjelenik@griffinhealth.org and 203.732.7539.
Student Testimonials
“I was drawn to this class because of the learning opportunity. I want to go to college for nursing and I just thought this class would give me further knowledge to help me understand and learn more in the future. I also chose this class because of the job opportunities that can come with it. I want to work as a PT in college as I go to school. Overall, I just love learning more about the human body, its functions and healthcare. Taking this class with my classmates from high school makes it so much more enjoyable and makes me comfortable while I’m learning. A grant made it possible for me to take this class. Honestly having this grant inspired me to jump at this opportunity.”
– Lucianna, recent graduate
“Joining this class was a career goal. I feel I am one step closer to my future career. It makes me feel like I am where I belong, and healthcare is my dream.”
-Brianna, recent graduate
“I am in this class because I wanted to gain early deep knowledge and clinical experience in the medial field before committing pre-med biology in college. I am here because of a scholarship in the phlebotomy and patient care technician course. I am excited to learn how to draw blood, learn how to perform high quality patient care, and learn many important skills that will help me in the medical field.”
– Ezel, recent graduate