United Way launches Mental Health Initiative with community partners

The United Way of Northwest Vermont (UWNWVT), in collaboration with community partners, has launched a new Mental Health Initiative to align existing mental health resources, identify gaps in the system of care, and create a shared agenda as we work together to improve timely access to appropriate mental health services in our communities. Community partners who will help guide the Mental Health Initiative’s work include Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS), Howard Center, Vermont Care Partners, Spectrum Youth & Family Services, Vermont Suicide Prevention Center, and NAMI Vermont. Already one of the hardest areas to address, mental health needs have worsened throughout COVID-19. Two years into the pandemic, many people experiencing mental health challenges and the systems designed to help them are at a breaking point.

Read full press release which includes quote from Dr. Steve Broer.

United Way launches Mental Health Initiative with community partners