Ledge Light Health District

11/26/2025

Our office will close on Wednesday, November 26 at 2 PM and reopen on Monday, December 1 at 8 AM.

Have a safe and healthy holiday.

11/24/2025

11/20/2025

3 Ways to Thaw a Turkey

Getting ready for the big feast? Here are three safe and effective ways to thaw your turkey:

✅ Refrigerator Thawing (Recommended)
-Safest method per USDA guidelines
-Allow 1 day per 4–5 lbs (16 lbs = ~4 days)
-Start thawing 6 days before Thanksgiving

✅ Cold Water Thawing
-Keep turkey in original wrapping
-Submerge in cold water, change every 30 mins
30 mins per pound (16 lbs = ~8 hours)
-Cook immediately after thawing

✅ Microwave Thawing
-Check your microwave manual
-Use defrost setting, rotate often
6 mins per pound
-Cook immediately after thawing

🎯 Tip: Refrigerator thawing is safest and easiest—plan ahead!

11/20/2025

Protect yourself. Protect your community.
Flu season is here—let’s stay safe together!

Simple steps like handwashing, staying home when sick, and wearing a mask can help stop the spread.
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Protégente. Protege a tu comunidad.
¡Llegó la temporada de virus!

Pequeñas acciones como lavarse las manos, quedarse en casa si estás enfermo y usar mascarilla pueden marcar la diferencia.

11/18/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving is for everyone!

Looking for a holiday meal this Thanksgiving? Many local sites are offering pre-order pickup, and a few even provide delivery so you can enjoy a warm, cozy meal at home. 🍂✨ Please contact the site directly for more information and to register - noting that some have eligibility requirements.

🥡 Pre-order & pick up – convenient and ready to enjoy
🚚 Delivery options – for those who need it

💛 Share this with friends, family, or neighbors who could use a little extra comfort this season.

11/11/2025

Our office will be closed until Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 8:00 AM in observance of Veterans Day. Have a safe and healthy holiday.

11/08/2025

From the Connecticut Department of Social Services: Full SNAP benefits for the month of November are expected to be available on EBT cards over the next couple of days. To check your balance, visit MyDSS.ct.gov or call 1-888-328-2666.

We are hearing that benefits are being actively loaded and are becoming available for some people today so please keep checking your account.

11/06/2025

Measles is highly contagious that can easily spread among unvaccinated individuals, particularly those who have traveled within the last 21 days.

✅ Before You Travel: Check Your Vaccine Status. Confirm if you have received both doses of the MMR vaccine.
🛑 Monitor for Symptoms During and After Travel: Watch for symptoms like high fever, cough, red eyes, and rash.
🚨 Feeling sick? Stay home and call your doctor—don’t risk spreading it! Let’s keep everyone healthy this Fall.

Call 860-448-4882 to get connected with an MMR vaccine.

11/03/2025

November is Native American Heritage Month — a time to honor the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and invaluable contributions of Native and Indigenous peoples.

Let’s take this opportunity to learn, celebrate, and amplify Native voices.

11/02/2025

Flu Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, November 6th, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM for ages 3+ at the Groton Municipal Building, 295 Meridian Street in Groton.

Walk-ins are welcome, and vaccines are available at no cost if you don’t have insurance. If you do have health insurance, please bring your card.

For more information in English, call Mary (860) 326-0753.

Para más información en español, llame Maria al (860) 590-7671.

10/31/2025

Three of us are in baby-related costumes and one is the real deal! Today we are celebrating Halloween and wishing LLHD "Knight" Katie Baldwin all the best as she heads off for baby leave! We cannot wait to meet our newest Knight-ling!

10/30/2025

Vaccines Aren’t Just for Kids – Adults Need Them Too!

Staying up to date on your immunizations helps protect you and those around you from serious illnesses. Some childhood vaccine protection fades over time, leaving adults at risk.

Check Your Vaccine Records:
Access your official immunization record through the CT WiZ Public Portal: ct.gov/getmyvaccinerecord or scan the QR code in the graphic.

For more info and local resources, visit LLHD.org or call 860-448-4883. Stay protected. Stay healthy. Vaccines save lives!