Stamford Children's Health Collaborative

The Stamford Children’s Health Collaborative was started in 2004 by Madhu Mathur, MD, Obesity Medicine Pediatrician. Originally named The Childhood Obesity Prevention and Intervention Task Force, it was initially formed as a citywide collaborative effort to educate the community about ways to combat obesity using the 5-2-1-0 daily health message.

In 2016, the name was changed to the Stamford Children’s Health Collaborative in an effort to broaden its scope beyond obesity prevention and redefine childhood health to include physical and social-emotional well-being as well as nutrition and exercise.

Under the leadership of Chair Dr. Deborah Pinto, the Collaborative remains committed to networking and sharing information about programs and services that benefit the health of children in the community. The group meets four times annually and consists of local organizations who come together to raise awareness and collaborate on youth-focused healthcare goals and initiatives.

• Stamford Food Collaborative, a Guide to Accessing Food in Stamford (Spanish Version): The guide lists food pantries and congregate meal sites, including names and contact information. List includes days and times of operation and qualifications necessary to receive these services.
• 211 Helpline: Whether you need help finding child care, food stamps, care for an aging parent or a haven from domestic violence, 2-1-1 is the number to call when you don't know who to call. Trained HELPLINE specialists are good listeners, blending understanding and expertise to provide information and referrals drawn from a comprehensive database of social services.