School Based Health Center
The Rogers Park School Based Health Center (SBHC) is the third SBHC to open in Danbury Schools. It is a licensed clinic that provides medical and mental health services to students who have a SBHC Consent on file. A parent or guardian must complete a consent which gives the staff permission to work with your child. The services are free, even to those with insurance. It is opened from 8 am to 2 pm when school is in session. We do not replace your medical providers but strive to keep students healthy, in school, and successful by providing on-site medical and mental health services. An added benefit is that parents can often remain at work while their child is being seen at the SBHC.
Consent Form available in English and Spanish. Please fill it out in ink and sign at the bottom of the first page. Complete the history on the back page. See Privacy Notice.
SERVICES PROVIDED
Physical Exams, Immunizations
Sick Visits: diagnose & treat illnesses such as strep throat, Mono, ear infections, rashes, headaches, injuries, allergies
Chronic Disease care such as asthma, diabetes, eczema
Health Education & Prevention Services
Counseling Services: individual, group & family sessions; help with issues including stress management, academic problems, behavior issues, depression, ADD/ADHD
Nutrition Education & Weight Management
Husky Information
Social/Community/Medical referrals
Prescription and dispensing of medications, lab testing
Dental services are provided on a limited basis which include exams, cleanings, X-rays, sealants, fillings, and extractions done by a dentist and/or dental hygienist. A separated SBHC dental consent is required. Please call 203 778-7479 for more information and to schedule and appointment.
CENTER STAFF
* Clare Gelissen, LMFT-Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in adolescent issues.
* Nancy Munn, APRN, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who has 20 years experience working in SBHCs
* Evelyn Medina, Medical Assistant who is fluent in Spanish and will help families with Husky Insurance.
FINDING US
The School Based Health Center is located to the right of the Main Office, next to the Unit.
Phone # 203 778-7479
Fax # 203 778-7481
e-mail: gelisc@danbury.k12.ct.us
Students who are ill or injured at school need to go to the School Nurses first. The student will then be referred to the SBHC from the Nurse’s office if indicated.
