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NCSS’ Camp Rainbow receives $1,200 donation from Knights of Columbus Council 297

Posted: Jan 04, 2023 | Categories: Uncategorized

ST. ALBANS — Recently, the Knights of Columbus, Council 297, presented a check for $1,200 to NCSS’ Kids Camp Rainbow. This very generous donation is the result of their “Drive for People with Intellectual Disabilities,” also known locally as the Tootsie Roll Drive, to benefit children with special needs. Camp… Read More
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Joe Halko named 2022 Citizen of the Year; St. Albans Rotary presented the award Tuesday

Posted: Dec 14, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

https://www.samessenger.com/news/joe-halko-named-2022-citizen-of-the-year-st-albans-rotary-presented-the-award-tuesday/article_f83ec332-7b2c-11ed-a202-5f4864d4a04e.html?utm_campaign=blox&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR3F3qzmzYp0BpBC525kN62U1jCdj5WQhBGn8VXgjrpQBEDnfUMv8L9gIKY… Read More
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How local organizations are supporting mental health in Franklin County

Posted: Dec 12, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

FRANKLIN COUNTY — While meeting basic needs is essential to fostering healthy and happy communities, supporting mental health is also an area being addressed by nonprofits such as United Way of Northwest Vermont and Northwestern Counseling & Support Services. Youth in Vermont are facing increasing mental health issues with over 75-80%… Read More
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NCSS Here For You, Welcome Belinda Bessette to Behavioral Health Division

Posted: Dec 09, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

Belinda Bessette began her journey at NCSS over 21 years ago. At that time Belinda was a member of the Intensive Family Based Services team in the Children, Youth & Family Services division. As the years progressed Belinda saw her roles increase with the demands increasing with each new role. … Read More
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NCSS Here For You Episode, A Resounding Sep Forward – Second of a two-part series

Posted: Nov 17, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

Guests: Matt Habedank, MA, BCBA, ABA, Children’s Behavior Services Program Manager Amy Johnson, MA, Program Manager / Assistant Director, Parent Child Center of NCSS Brady Therrien, BS, Service Coordinator of the Community Rehabilitation and Treatment Program Tim Lyman, Quality Care Team Services Coordinator in the Developmental Services division The… Read More
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Key Strategy – Promoting Mental Health

Posted: Nov 17, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

Afterglow Foundation donates $61,000 for local suicide prevention and education

Posted: Oct 31, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

As seen on St. Albans Messenger digital and print (11/01 edition) platforms. Afterglow Foundation donates $61,000 for local suicide prevention and education By Bridget Higdon ST. ALBANS CITY — Thanks to the more than 1,500 community members who showed up for a day of music, the Afterglow Foundation was able… Read More
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NCSS Here For You – Impact of 2021-2022 Legislative Session

Posted: Oct 26, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

First of a two-part series Guests: Matt Habedank, MA, BCBA, ABA, Children’s Behavior Services Program Manager Amy Johnson, MA, Program Manager / Assistant Director, Parent Child Center of NCSS Brady Therrien, BS, Service Coordinator of the Community Rehabilitation and Treatment Program Tim Lyman, Quality Care Team Services Coordinator in the… Read More
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Impact of 2021-2022 Legislative Session

Posted: Oct 18, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

Belinda Bessette appointed NCSS Director of Behavioral Health Services

Posted: Oct 17, 2022 | Categories: Uncategorized

As seen on St. Albans Messenger digital and print (10/14 edition) platforms. Belinda Bessette appointed NCSS Director of Behavioral Health Services Excerpts from press release Belinda Bessette, the new Director of Behavioral Health Services at Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS), comes to the position with more than 20 years… Read More
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