OUR PROGRAMS
Many programs supplement our core mission:
OFFICE CONSULTATIONS
The Town Nurse office hours are suspended as of July 1, 2025 while we look for a new nurse.
FLU CLINICS
For many years we have provided free influenza immunizations for Lyme and Old Lyme residents at a town-wide clinic held in the fall. Prior to 2020, this event was held in conjunction with other medical screenings and consultations. Since 2020, our flu vaccination service has been staged as a drive-thru clinic at the Lyme-Old Lyme High School while other wellness events are conducted separately at the Senior Center.
FOOD NEEDS
Since 2004 the OLVNA has operated a discretionary fund that assists three local emergency programs to help people who have immediate food needs. Each fall the OLVNA supplements the food banks operated by Lyme’s and Old Lyme’s Social Services offices and the Lymes’ Senior Center.
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
The OLVNA provides scholarships to graduating students from Old Lyme or Lyme who plan to pursue an advanced degree in a health care field. In addition, on behalf of the Mary Hubbard Noyes Memorial Fund—named in honor of a longtime Town Nurse—we provide nursing scholarships.
CARING for YOUTH
In addition to occasional clinics, we also help young people with targeted donations for programs such as counseling.
