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  • January 11th, 2012

    Give your heart a Valentine: 12 diet tips for a healthier heart

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AVON, Conn. (February 7, 2011) – In recognition of American Heart Month, Avon Health Center has published twelve diet tips for a healthier heart. The tips can be accessed by going to the avonhealthcenter.com web site, and clicking the Give Your Heart A Valentine! link on the home page. According to Kathy Epstein, Dietician at Avon Health… Read More

  • January 11th, 2012

    Avon Health Center introduces Nursing Care Podcast Series

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AVON, Conn. (March 4, 2011) – Avon Health Center announced today the first in a series of podcasts covering topics related to long-term nursing care, Alzheimer’s care, and short-term rehabilitation. The first podcast, titled, “Nursing Home Considerations,” is an interview with Avon Health Center’s Director of Admissions, Jackie Blaine. The podcast covers items such as when nursing… Read More

  • January 11th, 2012

    Avon Health Center Employee Inducted into the Connecticut CNA Hall of Fame

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AVON, Conn. (June 13, 2011) – Avon Health Center today announced that long- time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Halina Whalen has been inducted into the Connecticut Certified Nursing Assistant Hall of Fame. According to Avon Health Center Administrator Laura Nelson, “We are extremely proud of Halina. She is an incredible health care professional with an exceptional story.”… Read More

  • January 11th, 2012

    Media Facts and Resources

    Avon Health Center Release About Established in 1942, Avon Health Center provides 120 beds for short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, hospice care and respite care. The business has been privately owned by the Schwartz family since 1977. A vibrant member of the Farmington Valley Community, Avon Health Center has a stable, experienced staff…and more than 100 volunteers who help enrich the… Read More

  • January 11th, 2012

    Independent Satisfaction Survey Results

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (January 11, 2012) – Avon Health Center today announced results of its 2010 satisfaction survey, conducted by My InnerView, a third-party applied research company specializing in skilled nursing care. According to Avon Health Center administrator Laura Nelson, a significant finding was 91% overall satisfaction by residents and their families, who would also recommend the… Read More

  • October 13th, 2011

    Annual Holiday Craft Fair at Avon Health Center

    On Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Avon Health Center will have a holiday craft fair and the public is invited.  There will be unique gifts for every occasion from over twenty vendors.  There will be a raffle.  Santa will be available to visit with kids of all ages from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. So… Read More