Generations Family Health Center | Willimantic, Norwich, Putnam and Danielson CT

Need a COVID-19 Test?

COVID-19 Testing Flyer - PDF

Generations is here to help whether you have symptoms or NOT. We offer safe curbside COVID-19 testing for anyone. You DO NOT need to be a Generations patient. Testing available in a vehicle or on foot at our:

Testing Hours:

The below schedules are subject to change depending on weather and other impacting factors. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause and we appreciate your understanding as we remain committed to making testing accessible in the communities we serve.

*Monday - Friday:

9 am -12 noon and 1pm – 4 pm

Note the Danielson and Putnam testing sites are closed during these time periods:

• Tuesday AM - DANIELSON CLOSED
• Thursday AM - PUTNAM CLOSED

*Saturdays:

9 am -12 noon

Willimantic Site:

• Saturday, November 21st 9 am -12 noon
• Saturday, December 5th 9 am -12 noon
• Saturday, December 19th 9 am -12 noon

Putnam Site:

• Saturday, December 12th 9 am -12 noon

Danielson Site:

• Saturday, December 5th 9 am -12 noon

*Note:

Due to high demand and longer wait times, lines begin closing prior to the end of each testing session.

Morning:

• Starting at 11am we will begin closing lines, closing completely at 11:30 am.
• Testing continues through 12PM until the final car in line is tested.

Afternoon:

• Starting at 3 pm we will begin closing lines, closing completely at 3:30 pm.
• Testing continues through 4PM until the final car in line is tested.

Details:

• NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED
• Open to ALL
• No cost to the patient for the test
• Testing results usually available in 2-3 days
• Testing available for all ages

NOTE:

• Patients must be age 10 or older to take a self-test for COVID-19.
• A parent or legal guardian can administer the test to their child, ages 5 or older.
• Patients less than 5 years of age, are not eligible for a self-test, and will be tested by Generations’ staff.

REGISTRATION FORM:

To save time in line, *click below to download/complete and print a registration form to bring with you.

ENGLISH FORM

ADDRESSES:

Willimantic – 40 Mansfield Avenue

Putnam – 202 Pomfret Street

Danielson – 42 Reynolds Street

ONCE YOU HAVE BEEN TESTED:

• Once you have been swabbed you may leave
• The fastest way to receive your results is via the Quest Patient Portal. Instructions for setting up an account will be provided when you arrive for testing. The link to set up an account is: https://myquest.questdiagnostics.com/web/home
• In addition to receiving your results on the Quest Portal, if you are POSITIVE, we will call you with your test results and care instructions.

COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:

What type of test do you offer?

A PCR Test

What is a PCR test?

A PCR COVID-19 test is a molecular test that looks for active infection with COVID-19.  Results take between 3-5 days and are considered very accurate.

How do I get my results?

The fastest way to receive your results is via the Quest Patient Portal.  Instructions for setting up an account will be provided when you arrive for testing.

If you are POSITIVE, you will receive a call from Generations.  Please be sure to answer the phone if you see a call from “Generations Family Health Center” on your caller ID.

You are able to print your test results from your Quest Portal.

https://myquest.questdiagnostics.com/web/home

What if I’m positive?

If you are positive, you will be asked to stay at home and isolate for 10 days from the date of your test.  In some situations, your isolation period may be longer.  Please consult your PCP for more guidance.

COVID-19 Testing Flyer - PDF