Connecticut Hospital Association

27/05/2026

CHA applauds Office of Governor Ned Lamont’s signing into law the fiscal year 2027 budget adjustment bill, which includes the establishment of a new, patient-focused hospital tax model. CHA released the following statement:

"We are deeply grateful to Governor Lamont and bipartisan lawmakers for their leadership, partnership, and commitment to advancing a new hospital tax model that strengthens the sustainability of healthcare across Connecticut. The new hospital tax model included in the state budget represents a major milestone for healthcare access, affordability, and the preservation of the high-quality care for which Connecticut is nationally recognized.

"Developed through close collaboration among Connecticut hospitals, state leaders, and the governor’s administration, the new model will help support the long-term sustainability of local hospitals, preserve essential services and jobs across the state, and protect patient access to world-class care in every community."

13/05/2026

Connecticut hospitals are recognized among the safest in the nation and continue to lead the way in high-quality care.

Behind that recognition are the dedicated and talented teams — at the bedside and beyond — whose commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate care strengthens the health of our communities every day.

Learn more about how they constantly keep quality and safety at the heart of care. 🩺🔗

CEO of the Connecticut Hospital Association marks National Hospital Week by celebrating state's high placement in recent national rankings

13/05/2026

As the healthcare landscape rapidly evolves, technological developments accelerate, and workforce shortages persist, nurses continue to show up and step up for patients, families, and fellow clinicians every single day.

Nurses offer comfort and compassion during the most difficult moments; they provide perspective and expertise to improve care delivery; they help bring life into this world and guide families through grief — often in a single shift.

As we close out , Connecticut hospitals extend our deepest gratitude — not only this week, but every day — for your steadfast support and selfless commitment to caring for others.

12/05/2026

Connecticut hospitals are there when we need them, providing world-class, around-the-clock care for everyone who walks through their doors. During , we celebrate the devoted and talented staff at the bedside and beyond who collectively elevate the excellent care for which our hospitals — and our state — are known. In addition to the many distinctions that recognize Connecticut healthcare as among the best in the nation, Connecticut hospitals were recently named the safest in the country.

In 2025, Connecticut hospitals generated $43.9 billion in economic activity and contributed $3.74 billion in community investments. They also:

🏥 Provided care to more than 350,000 admitted patients, accounting for nearly 2 million days of inpatient care
🏥 Treated 5 million patients in emergency departments
🏥 Provided 7 million episodes of outpatient services
🏥 Supported nearly 247,889 jobs, with a total payroll of $22.4 billion
🏥 Provided $302.5 million in uncompensated care to support patients who cannot pay
🏥 Provided $1.46 billion in unpaid hospital care to Medicaid beneficiaries and $1.51 billion in unpaid hospital care to Medicare beneficiaries

Connecticut healthcare professionals dedicate their lives to improving the lives of others. Hospitals remain steadfast in their core mission of serving our communities. Patients rightly expect excellence everywhere they receive care. Together, we are raising the bar higher — committed to doing even better for this generation and the next. Learn more at caringforct.org 💙

07/05/2026

Connecticut hospitals have earned the nation’s top ranking for patient safety, a distinction awarded through The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grade State Rankings.

This achievement reflects years of sustained statewide investment in quality improvement, collaboration, workforce development, and innovation, while underscoring the extraordinary dedication of healthcare professionals who put patients first every day. Their unwavering commitment to quality and safety serves as the cornerstone for every interaction, conversation, and decision — shaping the care experience for patients and families across Connecticut.

This recognition is both a milestone to celebrate and a foundation to advance as Connecticut hospitals continue working together to elevate excellence in patient care and safety.

03/05/2026

The Connecticut Hospital Association applauds state policymakers for advancing a state budget that includes a new, patient-focused hospital tax model — an important step to strengthen healthcare sustainability statewide.

“We are deeply grateful to bipartisan lawmakers and Governor Lamont for their leadership, partnership, and commitment to putting patients first," said Jennifer Jackson, CEO, CHA.

This is a breakthrough moment for healthcare access, affordability, and preserving high-quality care across Connecticut. Learn more https://protectctcare.org/

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01/05/2026

Hospital Community Benefit Advocacy Day served as a powerful reminder of the essential role hospitals play beyond their walls — building healthier, more resilient communities now and into the future ✨🏥

The event showcased collaborative efforts spanning nutrition counseling, behavioral health services, violence prevention, blood pressure management, and mobile urgent care in underserved areas.

These initiatives reflect how hospitals are working alongside local organizations to close gaps in care, connect individuals with preventive services where and when they need them, and address social drivers of health. By combining clinical expertise with community-based support, these partnerships are expanding access to vital resources and educating both patients and providers.

23/04/2026

Connecticut needs a new hospital tax model that supports the healthcare workforce and protects patients’ access to lifesaving care. Learn more at protectCTcare.org.

23/04/2026

Give the gift of life this Saturday, April 25! 💙💚 The American Red Cross Connecticut and Donate Life Connecticut will host a joint blood drive at the Wallingford Family YMCA, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in honor of . Signup here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=donatelife

Many organ transplant recipients need blood during their long and extensive surgeries. This collaborative event embodies both organizations’ mission of saving lives through the gift of donation.

Donate Life Connecticut’s mission is to increase the number of registered organ and tissue donors through public education and awareness. The organization encourages healthy individuals to learn about living donation, which helps shorten the waitlist of more than 1,000 Connecticut patients in need of a transplant. In 2025, 337 of the total 976 organ donations in Connecticut were from living donors, according to Donate Life. Living donation offers another choice for transplant candidates, and it saves two lives: the recipient and the next person on the deceased organ waiting list.

A longstanding partner of Donate Life and American Red Cross, CHA will continue to fly the Donate Life flag at its Wallingford campus through April 🏳️