What is Social Connection? Social Connection is a feeling of closeness or belonging, either to other individuals or to a group of people. Why is it important? Connecting with others… Read more »
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George W. Mergens Foundation Supports Howard Center with a $15,000 Contribution
Burlington, VT— Howard Center recently received a $15,000 contribution from the George W. Mergens Foundation to help support client services and programs during the Covid-19 pandemic. Howard Center provides mental… Read more »
Howard Center to expand its Substance Use and Recovery Services with a new Spoke in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties
Howard Center will expand its substance use and recovery services in northwestern Vermont by offering a new medication-assisted treatment (MAT) Spoke serving Franklin and Grand Isle counties at 172 Fairfield… Read more »
Together We Can Make a Difference Howard Center Spring Appeal
Dear Friend: I hope this note finds you and your loved ones healthy and safe. Since our daily lives have been consumed by the pandemic, I have found some comfort… Read more »
Five Ways to Help Ease Stress in a Time of Change
Life is full of changes and transitions and many will agree that we have had more than our share during these past few months. The gradual process of “restarting” our… Read more »
Uniting Against Racial Injustice is a Job for Us All
Over the past few months, our lives at work and at home have been upended by COVID-19. We have experienced a great deal of uncertainty and worry about our wellbeing… Read more »
Reasons to Celebrate at Howard Center School Programs
Burlington, VT— Four Howard Center school programs are planning their end of year celebrations and graduations this spring. Project SEARCH, Jean Garvin, Fay Honey Knopp and Baird Schools are all… Read more »
Bob Bick: Preparing for what comes after
The community’s response to the COVID-19 crisis has been monumental. Our neighbors in the medical professions and in our community-based programs are doing heroic work and it seems as though… Read more »
Daily Routines and Family Life
We have been at this for about two months and while families are doing the best that they can, interrupted family routines, and drastic changes in day to day life… Read more »
Mental Health Literacy: a critical step on the path to health
Mental Health Literacy: a critical step on the path to health Howard Center leads the way to public and personal health Public health initiatives have long been used to encourage… Read more »