Community Health Centers History of Connecticut's Community Health Centers Connecticut's community health centers were first established in the 1960s to meet the health needs of those with little, or no ability to pay for medical care. The founders saw health care as a right, and established a policy that no patient will be turned away. Centers have grown in number, size, and complexity of services, but remain responsive and effective community service programs. The centers which comprise the CPCA membership are federally recognized community health centers. They meet strict requirements for the kind of services offered, clinical oversight, and community involvement.
Community participation is guaranteed by consumer representation on health center boards.
Through this collaboration, the centers have continuous interaction with patients on a planning level. Our ten member centers operate satellite offices in addition to their main locations. Over half a million visits are made to centers annually, by people from more than 100 Connecticut cities and towns.