The Connection

The Connection The Connection's mission is building safe, healthy caring communities and inspiring people to reach their full potential as productive and valued citizens.

At The Connection, our Community Justice Services focus on building safer communities and supporting long-term stability...
05/29/2026

At The Connection, our Community Justice Services focus on building safer communities and supporting long-term stability. This work is led by Rachel Doody, LPC, our Vice President of Community Justice Services.

Effective crisis de‑escalation is a critical skill for anyone working with people. This course introduces a trauma‑infor...
05/28/2026

Effective crisis de‑escalation is a critical skill for anyone working with people. This course introduces a trauma‑informed approach to crisis management that emphasizes connection over control, helping to ensure the safety of both staff and clients. Participants will learn empathy‑based strategies to support emotional regulation, strengthen engagement, and respond effectively in high‑stress situations using the Heart‑Head‑Heart model. Register here: https://the-connection.myabsorb.com/?departmentId=85de9f3a-d5c2-47a0-b49e-7fcc45eaa374 #/instructor-led-courses/968de57e-a16d-4070-847c-cd1ee4721957/

Results‑Based Accountability (RBA) provides a practical framework for measuring what truly matters. This training explor...
05/27/2026

Results‑Based Accountability (RBA) provides a practical framework for measuring what truly matters. This training explores how to connect everyday program activities to meaningful outcomes for clients, families, and communities. Participants will learn to develop a Theory of Change, build a Logic Model, and use data to answer key questions about performance, impact, and results. https://the-connection.myabsorb.com/?departmentId=85de9f3a-d5c2-47a0-b49e-7fcc45eaa374 #/instructor-led-courses/5b3ba6c7-9aac-4dde-9689-8be98258f99f/

This course explores the foundational concepts of effective group facilitation and the natural stages of group developme...
05/25/2026

This course explores the foundational concepts of effective group facilitation and the natural stages of group development, from formation through closure. Participants will learn how groups promote change, how to set clear group and individual goals, and how to understand and support different group member roles. The training also covers strategies for maintaining cohesion, navigating open versus closed groups, and managing challenging behaviors. Register here: https://the-connection.myabsorb.com/?departmentId=85de9f3a-d5c2-47a0-b49e-7fcc45eaa374 #/instructor-led-courses/b32579de-d6ae-410e-9274-444577b6d4b4/

At The Connection, our Family Support Services work meets individuals and families where they are, offering the right su...
05/22/2026

At The Connection, our Family Support Services work meets individuals and families where they are, offering the right support at the right time. This work is guided by Alison Friar, LMFT, our Vice President of Family Support Services.

05/15/2026

Middletown Pride shines brighter thanks to our amazing community 🌈✨

We’re proud to recognize our Green Level Sponsors for their support in making PrideFEST and our ongoing programs possible. Your partnership helps us create inclusive, vibrant spaces all year long!

Every dollar raised goes right back into our events and initiatives—supporting connection, celebration, and advocacy right here in Middletown 💚

Join us in thanking these incredible supporters!

👉 https://www.middletownpride.org/pridefest

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, client‑centered approach that strengthens motivation and commitment t...
05/14/2026

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, client‑centered approach that strengthens motivation and commitment to change. This training explores how MI principles can be applied in workforce development and employment support roles, helping professionals engage clients around career transitions, employment barriers, and ambivalence about change. Participants will gain practical strategies to build confidence, support goal setting, and empower clients for long‑term workplace success. Register here: https://the-connection.myabsorb.com/?departmentId=85de9f3a-d5c2-47a0-b49e-7fcc45eaa374 #/instructor-led-courses/3882fb3f-aea8-4bd9-b70a-f7392c996e40/

Mental Health First Aid is a SAMHSA‑endorsed, nationally recognized training that equips participants to recognize and r...
05/13/2026

Mental Health First Aid is a SAMHSA‑endorsed, nationally recognized training that equips participants to recognize and respond to signs of mental health or substance use crises. Designed for non‑clinical audiences, this virtual course provides a simple, effective action plan to help start supportive conversations and respond with empathy and confidence. Participants who complete the required self‑paced learning and instructor‑led session will receive certification from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, valid for three years. Register here: https://the-connection.myabsorb.com/?departmentId=85de9f3a-d5c2-47a0-b49e-7fcc45eaa374 #/instructor-led-courses/94e09faa-7033-46ed-9063-4295ef62a111/

In this training, participants will explore practical ways to maintain self-care during periods of transition and learn ...
05/07/2026

In this training, participants will explore practical ways to maintain self-care during periods of transition and learn strategies for building sustainable habits of resilience. The session will also cover how to build mental and emotional energy reserves to better navigate organizational or professional change. Register here: https://the-connection.myabsorb.com/?departmentId=85de9f3a-d5c2-47a0-b49e-7fcc45eaa374 #/instructor-led-courses/cb612450-d133-4771-8f46-f52d9fab1082/

This two‑hour training takes a focused, hands‑on look at Excel formulas and functions. Participants will work with text ...
05/04/2026

This two‑hour training takes a focused, hands‑on look at Excel formulas and functions. Participants will work with text functions, date calculations, logical formulas, and array formulas to pull and manage data across sheets, building practical skills that can be applied immediately. Register here: https://the-connection.myabsorb.com/?departmentId=85de9f3a-d5c2-47a0-b49e-7fcc45eaa374 #/instructor-led-courses/bd84e508-15a5-4edc-85fc-747c03b62c06/

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Roscommon Drive
Middletown, CT
06457

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+18603435500

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