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Howard Center Presents: Angst, Raising Awareness Around Anxiety

On May 6 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Howard Center is pleased to present a special screening of the documentary Angst followed by a panel discussion. Angst is an IndieFlix Original documentary designed to raise awareness around anxiety. The film...

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Bob Bick: Seeds of Change are Already Sown

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA), between 5 and 15 percent of the approximately 240 million calls made to 911 across the country each year are related to mental health issues, and police are often...

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Managing Your Mental Health with Activity in COVID-19

Unprecedented times require unprecedented management of our mental health and it has never been more important to recognize that mental health is an essential component to one’s overall health and wellbeing. During the pandemic we are all managing and coping...

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Bob Bick: Feeling gratitude, despite a year of hardship and loss

This time of year, and this year especially, I am particularly mindful about Howard Center’s critical role in the community and my gratitude for all who continue to support Howard Center’s work throughout the year. When the pandemic took hold...

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2020 Voting by Mail in Vermont Video Instructions

Below you will find video instructions in a variety of languages on how to vote by mail in Vermont this year. Thank you to Alison Segar for coordinating this effort which allows for more civic engagement. Burmese Ι French Ι...

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Depression

Most of us have experienced depression at some point in our lives. It’s also likely that we have watched as a family member, friend, or colleague has struggled with depression. Did You Know? • Some form of depression affects 20-25%...

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Anxiety

What is Anxiety? Anxiety is defined as a feeling of worry, nervousness or unease. Usually, it is associated with uncertainty or fear that something bad or unfavorable will happen. It is natural to feel nervous when trying something new, starting...

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Social Connection

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 impacts our emotional well-being and mental health. From birth, we...

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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 health, substance use, and developmental services and supports to over...

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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 Street in St. Albans. Partners in Hope and Recovery at...

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