The Connecticut Oral Health Initiative advocates and works with a diverse group of partners to advance and safeguard oral health for all Connecticut residents.
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14 Oct 2025
COHI is taking new patients for Salute to Smiles, providing free dental services to eligible Veterans! Through our partnerships w/ UConn Health & Tunxis Community College's Dental Hygiene Program, Veterans receive care at no cost. Learn more register: ctoralhealth.org/salute
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[1/2] June is #PrideMonth! Everyone deserves access to quality, affordable oral health care, regardless of who they are, who they love, or how they identify. Barriers to care continue to impact many LGBTQ individuals, contributing to health disparities & unmet oral health needs.
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[2/2] Creating a healthier CT means ensuring that every person feels welcomed, respected, and supported when seeking care. Together, we can build a future where oral health is truly for all. Happy Pride Month! ππ¦·
#HealthEquity #OralHealthForAll #LGBTQHealth #CTOralHealth
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Join us TOMORROW for a great event to kick off #OralHealthMonth with our partners! π¦·π Free & open to dental, medical, behavioral health and community health professionals, including residents & students. In person is encouraged, but virtual is an option: tinyurl.com/OralHealthAndMP
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π·οΈ NOW OPEN: COHI's first-ever online silent auction is open NOW through 6/4 at 8:00PM, and there is something for everyone, even if you won't be there tonight! β¨π¦· Browse items & place bids at: tinyurl.com/COHIauction
#ctoralhealth #annualmeeting #COHITurns25 #oralhealthforall
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JUST ANNOUNCED: Gov Ned Lamont will be at our 25th Anniv Gathering on 6/2! We're also honored to host Mary Otto, Dr. Howard Mark, Dr. Donna Balaski, & more. It will be a star-studded event you can't miss; tickets are EXTENDED one more day! Spots limited: tinyurl.com/COHI25Gathering
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TY to our generous 25th Anniversary Gathering Event Sponsors! Your support goes well beyond making our gathering possible; it bolsters COHI's efforts year round. We can't wait to celebrate with you in just ONE WEEK! π¦·β¨
#ctoralhealth #oralhealthforall #COHITurns25 #connecticut
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We are thrilled to present two of COHI's top honor awards to Dr. Donna Balaski and Lisa Perry at COHI's 25th Anniversary Gathering on 6/2! Reserve your spot now so to see these incredible oral health trailblazers receive recognition in person! π¦·β¨ ποΈ : tinyurl.com/COHI25Gathering
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GOING FAST - Opportunities are still available to become a Sponsor! π¦·β¨ COHI's 25th Anniversary Gathering is a rare opportunity to align your organization with 25 years of oral health advocacy in #Connecticut; packages start at just $300. Learn more: tinyurl.com/COHI25Gathering
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Thank you to our current Sponsors! Add yourself to the list and become a Sponsor today at: tinyurl.com/COHI25Gathering
#ctoralhealth #annualmeeting #COHITurns25 #oralhealthforall #ctevents
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25 years ago, Dr. Howard I. Mark founded COHI with a vision of a Connecticut where everyone has access to quality oral health care. On 6/2, we are honored to welcome Dr. Mark back to celebrate the organization he built and the movement he started. Tix ποΈ: tinyurl.com/COHI25Gathering
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Newington, CT seniors: We're hosting a FREE oral health workshop for you on 5/11! Learn best practices for oral hygiene, denture care, the impact of aging on oral health, and info about local resources. PLUS every attendee receives a FREE oral health kit. See you there! π¦·πͺ₯
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Passing the House with unanimous bipartisan support, HB 5140 supports expanded access to dental hygiene services for older adults. Ensure your State Senators supports this effort! For assistance, contact COHI Policy & Advocacy Director Sandra at sandraf@ctoralhealth.org!
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TY to leadership from Reps Garibay and Bolinsky, the Aging Committee, CSDA, and bipartisan champions for their dedication to getting key oral health access provisions included in this legislation!
#ctoralhealth #veteransoralhealth #oralhealthforall #ctlegislation #connecticut
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COHI proudly welcomes Jamey Bell BACK to our Board of Directors! An original founding Board Member, Jamey previously dedicated 10 years of leadership to advancing our mission. Weβre thrilled to have her bring her expertise to COHI once again. Learn more: ctoralhealth.org/our-board
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