Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care

Cancelled. Franciscan Golf Classic 2020
2020-08-17 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Tunxis Country Club, 87 Town Farm Rd., Farmington, Connecticut, 06032
Due to Covid-19, the Franciscan Golf Classic, scheduled for August 17, 2020, is cancelled.
The postponement is in the best interest of all who attend this fundraising event benefiting the programs and services of the Franciscan Life Center and Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care. The new date is August 16, 2021, at Tunxis Plantation Country Club. We thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you next year.

Land-based Summer Experiences for Children
2020-07-20 05:30 - 2020-07-24 11:00, 2020-06-29 05:30 - 2020-07-03 11:00 | John Lateran Center, 405 Allen Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451

Mother's Day
2020-05-09 - 2020-05-10
We thank our mothers for
…giving us life.
…carrying us for nine months.
…loving and teaching us.
…making sacrifices so that we could grow.
May God bless our mothers whether they are on earth or in heaven.

ON HOLD: Banana Peels and Climate Change: A Daily Examen for Creation Care
2020-04-23 - 2020-04-25 | Chiara Center, 275 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451
The educational and spiritual enrichment programs have been temporarily suspended until further notice.

Tickets ON SALE NOW for 35th Annual Franciscan Sports Banquet and Silent Auction
2020-03-11 - 2020-03-12
Here is your invitation!

Get your tickets to attend the Franciscan Sports Banquet & Silent Auction at the beautiful Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, Connecticut. This year promises to be a sell-out crowd!
To reserve your seat, download sponsor and/or ticket form below and send to Franciscan Life Center or call 203-237-8084 with your credit card information.

Daylight Savings
2020-03-07 - 2020-03-08
Remember to spring ahead today by one hour!

Ash Wednesday
2020-02-25 - 2020-02-26
Many Christians mark the beginning of the Lenten season with the cross of ashes on their foreheads. This symbolizes mourning for our sins. If you or a loved one are home bound and desire to receive ashes contact your priest, pastor, or minister.

Presidents Day
2020-02-16 - 2020-02-17
There is a long history of celebrating George Washington’s birthday as a nation. This day has become an occasion to celebrate the men who have served our country as its President. We honor and thank them today.
Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care will be OPEN.

Saint Valentine's Day
2020-02-13 - 2020-02-14
Celebrate Saint Valentine’s Day by spending time with someone you love. If you know that someone is alone for the holiday reach out to him or her with a letter, flower, or small gift. For grieving widows, widowers, and families it is important to stay connected with friends and relatives and to continue celebrating those whom they love.

Casa di Roma Fundraiser
2020-02-13 06:00 - 16:00 | Casa di Roma, 103 Main Street, South Meriden, CT, 06451
Once again, Casa di Roma Restaurant is sponsoring a fundraiser for the benefit of the Franciscan Life Center and Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care. Twenty percent of the proceeds, whether you dine in or take out, will support both missions. Thank you and enjoy!

Call: (203) 235-0905 to place your order or to make reservations.
Call the Franciscan Life Center at 203-237-8084 for more details.

Patient Appreciation Week 2020
2020-01-31 - 2020-02-07
This week we take time to celebrate our wonderful patients! Thank you for choosing Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care. Thank you for allowing us to work with you in your healthcare needs. We are honored to serve you and to get to know you.

American Heart Month
2020-01-31 - 2020-02-01
February is not just about Valentine’s Day! Take time this month to see if your heart is healthy. There are a few things that can make your heart stronger with only small changes in your daily routine:
Eat healthy: snack on fruits and vegetables instead of cookies and chips.
Stay active: if like to sit and watch TV or read, get up and walk around the house during commercials or at every new chapter.
Manage stress: if you feel yourself getting anxious or irritated do some deep breathing exercises and stretch to loosen up.

March for Life
2020-01-22 - 2020-01-24 | Washington, DC
As a Catholic agency, we value and respect the dignity of every human life, so we are encouraged by the response to the March for Life. The Pro-Life Ministry of the Archdiocese of Hartford is sponsoring five buses leaving from our campus on Thursday, Jan 23, for Washington, DC. Some of our employees will be on the buses! Prior registration is required. The March for Life is a national event in Washington, DC where thousands of people gather to peacefully express their opposition to abortion and their commitment to promote the dignity of every person.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
2020-01-19 - 2020-01-20
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who was a champion for civil rights and peace between all people. We remember his courage to speak in the face of hatred and injustice. Let us live with the same passion for the dignity of each human life.

Flu Shots Still Available in 2020!
2019-12-31 - 2020-01-01
It’s time to get your flu shot!
Shots are available at our office Monday through Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm. All you need is your insurance information or $35.00 without insurance. (Office will be closed during major holidays.)
You can also host a flu clinic at your workplace or church. Call 203-238-1441 for our skilled nurses to come to you.

A Vision for Life, Love and Marriage - Retreat
2019-12-07 03:30 - 2019-12-08 11:00 | Chiara Center, 275 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451
A Vision for Life, Love and Marriage

Sponsored by the Franciscan Life Center
Saturday, December 7, 2019
8:30am to 5:00pm
Sunday, December 8, 2019
10:00am to 4:00pm
Join us for a two-day retreat for married and engaged couples, single adults, college students, priests and religious based on Humanae Vitae , an encyclical on life, love and marriage.
Presenters: Francicsan Sisters of the Eucharist and Lay Associates

$65.00 per adult, lunch included.
Click here to print a registration form.
Or call: (203) 237-8084

Not Too Late for Flu Shots!
2019-12-01 03:00 - 12:00
Want a Healthy Holiday?

Time to get your flu shot.
9:00am – 4:00pm Monday-Friday
267 Finch Avenue, Meriden CT
Walk-ins welcome or call ahead 203-238-1441
Please bring your insurance information
Ask us about hosting a flu clinic at your workplace or church.

Franciscan Christmas Fair
2019-11-23 04:30 - 09:30 | Franciscan Life Center Campus, 267-275 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451, United States
Come and experience a Living Crèche, visit with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, or pick out a Christmas tree and hand decorated wreath. Enjoy homemade baked goods, roasted chestnuts, and hot dogs. Take a chance on a raffle and do holiday shopping in the tents filled with jewelry, candles, hand knitted items, garden supplies, olive wood items from the Holy Land, Franciscan pottery, and “Almost New” items.
You can order a Christmas tree ahead of time and pick it up at the fair. Fill out this form and send it in with payment.
You can also pre-order wreaths, evergreen centerpieces and more for pick up at the Christmas Fair. Fill out this form and send it in with payment, or pay at the fair.

National Home Care Aide Week
2019-11-14 03:00 - 2019-11-20 12:00
Our aides are more than just certified professionals; they are compassionate helpers, enthusiastic cheerleaders, and caring friends. This week we thank our aides in a particular way for their compassionate and faithful service.

“Faithful friends are a sturdy shelter; whoever finds one finds a treasure.
Faithful friends are beyond price, no amount can balance their worth.
Faithful friends are life-saving medicine.”
Sirach 6:14-16

Memorial Mass and Lighting the Way
2019-11-04 12:30 - 14:00 | Chapel of Saint John, 269 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06451, United States
During the Month of November, the Church and our country give special remembrance to those who have died. It has been a tradition of Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care to have a Memorial Mass in November to remember those for whom we cared.
Memorial Mass
Monday, November 4, 2019, at 5:30 p.m.
Chapel of Saint John, 269 Finch Avenue, Meriden, Connecticut.
November is National Home Care and Hospice Care Month. We will “Light the Way” in remembrance of those who have died. The “Lighting the Way” ceremony will be held immediately following the Mass. We will process to the memorial site where trees in memory of loved ones will be lit and remain lit during the month and again during the Christmas Season.

There's Still Time for Flu Shots!
2019-11-01 04:00 - 13:00
Winter is almost here.

Time to get your flu shot.
9:00am – 4:00pm Monday-Friday
267 Finch Avenue, Meriden CT
Walk-ins welcome or call ahead 203-238-1441
Please bring your insurance information
Ask us about hosting a flu clinic at your workplace or church.

Touched by Mercy
2019-10-12 05:30 - 11:00 | Chiara Center, 275 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451
Touched by Mercy:
A Day of Reflection for those Affected by Suicide
Saturday, October 12, 2019
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Chiara Center, 275 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT
Presented by Sister Colleen Ann Nagle, FSE
We invite all who have been touched by the suicide of a loved one to a day of reflection, sharing, questioning, and prayer. Lunch included.
RSVP (203) 237-8084
Visit flcenter.org for more information
Print a flyer.

Casa di Roma Fundraiser
2019-10-03 07:00 - 17:00 | Casa di Roma, 103 Main Street, South Meriden, CT, 06451
Helping others has never tasted so good!
Join us in supporting our Franciscan services and a local South Meriden restaurant. On October 3rd Casa di Roma will donate 20% of its proceeds to the Franciscan Life Center and Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care.
Mangia!
Visit Casa di Roma’s website.
Dine in or take out: 103 Main St. South Meriden (203) 235-0905
Print a copy of this flyer.

Get Your Flu Shot Today!
2019-09-30 - 2019-10-01
Flu season is here. Are you ready?

Prepare now by getting your flu shot.
9:00am – 4:00pm Monday-Friday
267 Finch Avenue, Meriden CT
Walk-ins welcome or call ahead 203-238-1441
Please bring your insurance information
Ask us about hosting a flu clinic at your workplace or church.

Flu Clinic Now Open!
2019-09-17 - 2019-09-18
Flu season is fast approaching.

Prepare now by getting your flu shot.
9:00am – 4:00pm Monday-Friday
267 Finch Avenue, Meriden CT
Walk-ins welcome or call ahead 203-238-1441
Please bring your insurance information

Franciscan Golf Classic
2019-08-19 06:00 - 13:00 | Tunxis Plantation, 87 Town Farm Rd., Farmington, Connecticut
Monday, August 19, 2019
Tunxis Plantation Golf Club, Farmington, CT.
Chances for hole-in-one prizes and awards in Men, Women, and Combined categories.
Support our services and enjoy a beautiful day on the green. Greens fees, lunch and dinner are included in the golfer fee. The raffle, which includes a wonderful selection of gifts and foursomes to private clubs, is held during the dinner. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Franciscan Summer Enrichment Program for Children
2019-07-29 05:30 - 2019-08-02 11:00
Franciscan Summer Enrichment Program
Session Two: Monday July 29 – Friday August 2
9:30 am – 3:00 pm daily
Ages 6-12
The Franciscan Summer Enrichment Program is a day camp focused on land-based experiences. Each camp group is led by a Franciscan Sister of the Eucharist. Children will engage in games, problem-solving challenges, prayer and reflection, and arts and crafts. There will also be time to learn about the plants and animals that live on campus.
Children must bring a bag lunch, sunscreen, and other necessary personal items, and wear outdoor-appropriate clothing and shoes.
Call 203-237-8084 to register or click for Registration Form.
Scholarship opportunities are available.

Reminder - Franciscan Golf Classic is Approaching!
2019-07-07 - 2019-07-08
The Franciscan Golf Classic is only 6 weeks away! Do you have your foursome signed up to play?

Independence Day
2019-07-03 - 2019-07-04
Happy Independence Day! May God bless America!
