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The Story Behind the Algiers Goldbug Gold Classic

The Story Behind the Algiers Goldbug Golf Classic (Told by Abbey Algiers, the daughter of one of the Goldbug founders, Dr. James Algiers) We’re gearing up for the 34th Annual Algiers Goldbug Golf Classic on Tuesday, July 9 at Hartford Country Club. Sponsored by the...

Celebration Dinner 2022 Facility Sponsor

As we are a little more than one week away from the 7th Celebration Dinner, we need to say a big THANK YOU to Festival Foods. Festival Foods is dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities they serve. The Medical Center Foundation of Hartford is honored to...

Memory, Dementia or Alzheimer’s Care

Seniors with Memory Loss, Dementia or Alzheimer's have a broad range of needs. It takes a great deal of patience and kindness to lovingly guide them through this stage of life. Enlisting the help of a senior caregiver can provide many benefits, from social stimulation...

THANK YOU!

THANK YOU for your support. The Medical Center Foundation of Hartford has set a new record for the Tree of Life Celebration fundraiser. The community has donated $19,151.00 for people who need Personal Emergency Lifelines in their homes. For over 30 years the lifeline...

Medical Center Foundation Celebration

Imagine a way to help people while having a great time. On Wednesday, Oct. 7th, the Medical Center Foundation broke from tradition and held their 38th annual Fall fundraiser at the Chandelier Ballroom in Hartford. This event is so exciting and fun because there are so...

Caring for a loved one with Dementia.

There has to be a book that can take you step by step on how to care of a loved one who has dementia. The answer is yes and no. So many people are on this journey to care for a parent or a loved one with dementia. Books can help and do help. But when you are in it, I...

Incredible Day

The Goldbug Golf Classic success continues to be something to celebrate. The heat, rain and wind did not stop our golfers from DRIVING for RIDES for community members. Over 30 years, the Medical Center Foundation of Hartford has made it a priority to help community...

Thank you Dr. James Algiers

It is with deep sorrow that we share that Dr. James Algiers passed away May, 28, 2020. He will be deeply missed. There are many who understand the importance of serving others.  Dr. James Algiers is a great example of a local boy who grew up in Hartford, worked in...

Trucker’s Treats

One day a community member stopped me and asked if the Medical Center Foundation of Hartford could help them? With an eager heart I answered, "Yes!" This community member had a group of bakers that wanted to help where they could. I remembered seeing a Facebook post...

Denim Day Boards

Denim Day Boards are one of the best ways for the Medical Center Foundation of Hartford to communicate how your dollars are working right here in our community. These boards were made by a wonderful volunteer who recruited his mother and her best friend to put their...

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Learning, Coping, Surviving as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

My Two Elaines by Former WI Gov. Martin Schreiber, is a book for everyone. So many people are touched by the stress and the confusion that surrounds people with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Schreiber describes and allows you to enter a world that he never thought...

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Dinner with Former Gov. Martin Schreiber

Did you always want to have a dinner with a Governor? Well on April 10th you are can! Former Gov. Martin Schreiber will be the guest speaker for the Medical Center Foundation of Hartford's Annual Dinner. Schreiber will share his incredible journey of caring for his...

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Success

Dec. 5th was a cold night but that did not stop anyone from attending the incredible celebration and fun at the Medical Center Foundation of Hartford's Tree of Life Celebration.  With over 90 people in attendance, the evening was filled with songs, laughter,...

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Tree of Life Celebration is Dec. 5th

Every year the Medical Center Foundation of Hartford is privileged to host the Tree of Life Celebration.  This year it is on Wednesday, Dec. 5th at the Aurora Medical Center at 5PM right at the Main Entrance.  This FREE event will have all your favorite things....

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