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NCSS Here for You Episode – Hope Happens Here

NCSS Here for You Episode – Hope Happens Here

Posted: Nov 05, 2024 | Categories: Featured , Uncategorized

This time, we’re diving into the results of the 2021 Vermont Youth Risk Behavior Survey, which revealed some striking data about mental health among Vermont high schoolers. Nearly 17,000 students were asked whether they experienced poor mental health ‘most of the time’ or ‘always’ in the last 30 days. The… Read More
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NCSS Here for You Episode – NCSS Partnering with Schools to Support Youth

NCSS Here for You Episode – NCSS Partnering with Schools to Support Youth

Posted: Oct 07, 2024 | Categories: Featured , Uncategorized

This month’s episode highlights school-based services that NCSS offers in partnering with schools to support youth.    NCSS offers a portfolio of school-based services to local schools that address students struggling with mental health, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges plus, individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. NCSS staff work in… Read More
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NCSS Here for You September 2024 Episode: NMC Pediatric Development Clinic

NCSS Here for You September 2024 Episode: NMC Pediatric Development Clinic

Posted: Sep 10, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized

This month’s episode features the NMC Pediatric Developmental Clinic, showcasing the vital role of our NCSS team in this collaborative initiative. Discover how our local partnership is bridging critical gaps in early intervention by providing expert evaluations and coordinated community-based services. This collaboration between Northwestern Medical Center and our NCSS… Read More
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Community Partners Classic Raises Just Over $34,000

Community Partners Classic Raises Just Over $34,000

Posted: Aug 16, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized

Photo Caption: Pictured is the winning team Champlain Valley Expo, which included Gary Gilmond, Craig Gilmond, Greg Quilliam, and Chad Lovelette they won with a score of 60.  This year’s Community Partners Classic golf tournament raised just over $34,000 for Northwestern Counseling & Support Services and Northwestern Medical Center. In… Read More
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Community Needs Assessment

Community Needs Assessment

Posted: Aug 02, 2024 | Categories:

Attention Franklin County and Grand Isle County Residents! We need your input! Help us make a difference by participating in our survey. Your feedback is crucial for us to improve our services for mental health, substance use, and developmental needs. Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NCSScommunityneedsassessment It… Read More
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NCSS Here For You July 2024: Trauma and Creativity

NCSS Here For You July 2024: Trauma and Creativity

Posted: Jul 08, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized

Tony Bocash has struggled with post-traumatic stress disorder, also known as PTSD, and from depression and anxiety.  Today we’ll discuss his journey with trauma and creativity as an entertainer and writer.   You’ll also see him perform an original poem titled “The Lucid Dream”… Read More
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300 St. Albans residents and officials gather for forum on crime and public safety

300 St. Albans residents and officials gather for forum on crime and public safety

Posted: Jun 24, 2024 | Categories: Uncategorized

By Bridget Higdon Left to right: Panelists Mayor Tim Smith, Franklin County State’s Attorney Bram Kranichfeld, retired judge Greg Rainville, moderator Emerson Lynn, Police Chief Maurice Lamothe,mental health clinician Samantha Weber and State Rep. Mike McCarthy (D-St. Albans City). ST. ALBANS CITY — Fear. Hope. Frustration. Compassion. All of those… Read More
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