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West Hartford Women in Networking presents Dr. Pauline Olsen

 

West Hartford Women in Networking to host meeting with Dr. Pauline Olsen

Our September meeting will take place on Thursday, September 27, 2012 starting at -7:45 AM at Chatfield, One Chatfield Drive, West Hartford 06110.

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 West Hartford Women in Networking invites all interested women to join them for an interactive and interesting morning of discussion and connecting with other women.   Our special guest speaker this morning will be Dr. Pauline Olsen from Malta House of Care, a free medical treatment service that serves the uninsured in the city of Hartford.. Dr. Olsen, a retired obstetrician, was instrumental in establishing the clinic and volunteers at nearly 90 percent of all available clinic days since it opened in 2006 Olsen's organization delivers totally free, primary health care to a diverse, multi-lingual, marginalized population with no other means of accessing the health care system..

 In 2004, not satisfied with waiting for policy reform to address disparities in the access and delivery of primary healthcare in the Greater Hartford region, a group of concerned community leaders established, and continue to operate the Malta House of Care free Mobile Medical clinic.  The organization began with an enthusiastic board of founders and a small cadre of volunteers but has grown, evolving into a grass-roots community resource. For her work in establishing Malta House of Care, Dr. Olsen was the recipient of a Woman of Worth award from l”Oréal.  Come and hear this amazingly dedicated and visionary humanitarian.

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The meeting is open to all area women, whether they are active in the workforce or not.  Our meetings are structured, include a networking exercise, refreshments, and door prizes!

 Fabulous connections are being made through this group and we welcome new members.  A $2 contribution is appreciated.  Bring business cards and other marketing materials. Breakfast snacks will be provided. To register, please call Dianne Rechel at 860-233-3079. Further details on our website: www.westhartfordwomeninnetworking.com 

 

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