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… Read more »
News Archive
Mental Health and Youth
Being a student is stressful, and according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), approximately one in five youth aged 13–18 live with mental health conditions and approximately 75%… Read more »
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.… Read more »
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… Read more »
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… Read more »
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 »