Open House

June 17, 2019

Since we began as Hartford Dispensary, in the Hartford back office of Dr. Joseph Root, we’ve been severing the most pressing health needs of our communities.

Today, we’ve adopted Dr. Root’s name as we begin the next chapter of our work, expanding our services and outreach to more communities and populations.

Come join us for hors d’oeuvres and refreshment and presentation on the re-branding of our name. For more information, please contact Ashley Ouellette, Director, Human Resources at Ashley.Ouellette@rootcenter.org

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Hear about our expanded services, job opportunities & internship programs.

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Come see our renovated 2nd floor, including our new Training and & Education Room.

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Come network with your neighbors

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