General Info

Located in Meriden, Conn., the Meriden Department of Health and Human Services provides advocacy, case management, and drug and alcohol prevention services. It conducts seminars on topics related to anger management, self-esteem, decision making skills and Internet safety. The department conducts assessments and offers referral services for families and individuals. It provides transportation, nutritional and health care services for senior citizens. The department conducts classes in woodcarving, painting, dancing and knitting. It also offers blood pressure monitoring, tuberculosis screening and immunization services. The department provides injury prevention and wellness programs. It offers early intervention programs for students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The department also provides counseling and testing services for people who suffer from AIDS. It offers educational programs related to communicable diseases, first-aid, injury prevention, smoking cessation, healthy lifestyle development and stress reduction.