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Health Department |
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The function of the Orange Health Department is to provide
for the protection of health and the promotion of human
comfort and well-being of Town residents. To accomplish
this task, the department is organized into two basic service
areas: 1) the Medical Division, consisting of the Orange
Visiting Nurses Association (O.V.N.A.) and the school and
public nursing programs, and 2) the Environmental Health
Division. The Director of Health oversees the operation
of both Divisions.
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Medical Division
Orange Visiting Nurses Association
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Administrator - Joanne E. Davis,
RN, MPH
The Clark Building
605A Orange Center Road
Orange, CT 06477
Tel: 203-891-2165
Fax: 203-891-2169
E-Mail: jdavis@orange-ct.gov
The Orange Visiting Nurses Association, founded in 1937,
is an "official" agency of the Town of Orange.
Prior to 1987, it was known as the Orange Public Health
Nursing Service. It is licensed by the State of Connecticut
Department of Public Health as a full service Home Health
Agency and is certified by Medicare and Medicaid. The Orange
VNA is a member of the Connecticut Association for Home
Health Care (CAHC) and is accredited by the Community Health
Accreditation Program (CHAP). The agency provides comprehensive
home health care services as well as health promotion, health
education and school health programs to the residents of
Orange.
The OVNA provides skilled nursing; physical, occupational
and speech therapy; medical social services; and, home health
aides to the homebound residents of Orange. Nutritional
counseling is also available. School health services are
provided to the Orange elementary schools.
The Nursing Board of Directors is the governing body for
the OVNA. In June 1979 an ordinance was passed establishing
a Board of Health with supervisory and policy review responsibilities
over the Board of Directors. The OVNA does not have an affiliating/networking relationship with any other entity.
Blood Pressure Screenings are offered on the third Monday
of every month at the OVNA office in the Clark Building (former library)
and on the third Tuesday of every month at the Silverbrook
Estates senior congregate housing complex, from 1:00 to 2:00
PM. An additional blood pressure screen/health guidance
clinic is now offered on the first Thursday of every month,
from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. This offers residents another opportunity
to have their blood pressure monitored or to receive information
and/or counseling on health-related matters. These sessions
are conducted by Registered Nurses, and are free and no
appointment is necessary. In addition, monthly "Coffee
Chats" are being held at the Orange Senior Center and
the Silverbrook Estates. Check their bulletins for dates
and times.
The OVNA also conducts flu vaccination clinics in the fall
and offers pneumonia vaccinations year-round. The OVNA has
health information on a variety of topics and staff members
are available to speak before community groups.
The School Health Program for the Town’s four elementary schools is also under the direction of the Orange VNA. A Registered Nurse is assigned fulltime to each of these schools.
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OVNA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Linda Nugent
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Carol McLaughlin
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Keri Padolewski
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Stan Rutowicz
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Jean Virshup
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Loretta Smith
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Barbara Moritz
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Theresa Douskey
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Julie Davis
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Evan London
The OVNA Board of Directors meets the second Wednesday of each month at the Clark Building at 8:30 AM.
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OVNA STAFF
Administrative
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Joanne E. Davis, Administrator
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Karin Lewis, Finance Manager
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Sylvie Napoli, Secretary
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Sandra Horling, RN
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Marilyn Fischman, RN
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Shelley Heins, RN
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Margaret Wagner, RN
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Therese Marino, RN
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Amy Wargo, RN, Supervisor, Racebrook
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Kathleen Malone, RN, Turkey Hill
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Karen Verrinder, RN, Peck Place
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Cathryn Gardella, RN, Mary L. Tracy
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Marilyn Varone, RN, Hebrew Academy of Southern Connecticut/Hope Academy
School Substitute Nurses
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Bonnie Pelaccia, RN
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Joanne Flynn, RN
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Maryanne Fancolini, RN
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Lynn Steinbrick, RN
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Kathleen Malone, RN
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Beverly Johnson, RN
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Diane Harkness, RN
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Emily Marry, RN
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Elaine Ihlenfeld, RN
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Laura Abbotts
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Annette Sullivan
- Stephanie McGeough
- Kathleen Faircloth
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Environmental Health Division
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Town Sanitarian - Fred C. Schumacher
Tel: (203) 891-2122 x719
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Assistant Sanitarian - Brian
Slugoski
Tel: (203) 891-2122 x732
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Secretary - vacant position
Tel: (203) 891-2122 x733
The function of the Environmental Health Division is to
control, promote and maintain proper sanitary and environmental
conditions within the Town. Such a program is carried out
by the administration and enforcement of the Public Health
Code and Town Ordinances as they relate to environmental
sanitation.
The Environmental Health Division has three staff persons
to carry out its daily activities. The Secretary assists
in answering general questions from the public, retrieving
and providing information and performing all clerical duties
of the office.
The Sanitarians perform various investigations and inspections
which involve testing, monitoring, sampling and issuing
orders for abatement of Code violations. The Sanitarians
also consult engineers, contractors and Town officials to
ensure Code compliance and proper environmental procedures.
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Highlights of areas of responsibility
Sewage Disposal and Building
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Investigate failed septic systems and
develop solutions for their repair.
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Perform soil tests for the design of new
septic systems, for planning subdivisions of land and
for feasibility of building additions.
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Review and approve design plans for septic
systems prepared by installers and engineers.
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Consult with homeowners and contractors;
review and approve proposed building additions.
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Issue permits to drill private water supply
wells.
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Review and approve laboratory reports
and analysis of well water for drinking purposes.
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Issue permits to construct and install
septic systems.
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Inspect food service facilities including
grocery stores, restaurants, delis, fairs, carnivals and
institutional kitchens.
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Provide information and instruction as
it relates to environmental and sanitary conditions for
the preparation, handling and serving of potentially hazardous
food and drink.
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Review and approve floor plans for food
service establishments prepared by architects and contractors.
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Issue licenses for food service facilities.
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Investigate all types of environmental
health nuisances and complaints
that arise from rodent and insect infestations, accumulations
of trash and garbage, institutional sanitation and safety,
public bathing areas, potable water and private water
supply, open space and wetland areas.
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Provide information and instructions related to environmental and sanitary conditions.
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Inspect Day Care Centers and institutions.
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Permit & License Fee
Schedule
| RESTAURANTS (including Delis, Bakeries
and Institutional Kitchens) |
| Seating |
Fees |
| 0 - 50 |
$75.00 |
| 51 -100 |
$125.00 |
| Over 100 |
$175.00 |
| Caterers & Vendors |
$50.00 |
| TEMPORARY FOOD SERVICE |
| FOR PROFIT |
$25.00 |
| NOT FOR PROFIT |
$1.00 |
| Food Establishment, Floor Plan Review
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$50.00 |
| FOOD HANDLING ESTABLISHMENTS |
| 2,000 square feet |
$100.00 |
| 2,001 and over |
$250.00 |
| SUBSURFACE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS
(S.S.D.S.) |
| Application |
$15.00 |
| RESIDENTIAL |
| New |
$100.00 |
| Repair |
$75.00 |
| INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL |
| 0 - 2,000 gallon/ daily design usage
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$200.00 |
| 2,000 - 5,000 gallon/ daily design usage
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$300.00 |
| S.S.D.S. with discharges over 5,000
gallons
per day. Inspection fee |
$200.00 |
| SUBDIVISION |
| Application Fee |
$15.00 |
| Per lot testing |
$75.00 |
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