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💬 Worried about a loved one, but not sure what to say?

You don’t need the perfect words. Start with care, listen without judgment, and let them know you’re there to support them. A simple “I care about you. How can I help?” can open the door to a bigger conversation. 💚

If someone you love is having a hard time with substance use, HCRS is here to help.

📞Call us at 802-886-4500 or visit https://hcrs.org/adult-services/substance-use-addictions/ to learn more.

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📣 Looking for your next opportunity? Come meet us! HCRS is hiring 34 new positions in Brattleboro to help expand mental health and substance use services in our community.

Stop by our Job Fair to meet the team, learn about available positions, ask questions, and see what a career at HCRS could look like! 💚

📅 Tuesday, September 29 | 10 AM–3 PM
📍 Brooks Memorial Library, Brattleboro

🔗 Explore open positions: hcrs.org/careers

This Su***de Prevention Week, make a point to check in with the people in your life, especially someone who’s been quieter, more withdrawn, or just hasn’t seemed like themselves lately.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to connect with 24/7 support that can come to you. 🫶

Learn more at GetHelpVT.org

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All HCRS offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. We’ll be back on Tuesday, September 8! 😊

While our offices are closed, support is still available when you need it:
🧡 For urgent mental health or substance use support, call 988 or the HCRS 24/7 Crisis Line at 800-622-4235.
💚 Developmental Services and Children’s Services clients can also reach our SAFE Team at 802-886-4511.

A special thank you to our staff who will continue supporting clients in our 24/7 programs throughout the holiday. We appreciate you! 🫶

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HCRS was grateful to join neighbors at the Nolin Murray Center at Holy Family Parish for a Community Dinner last week. Thank you to everyone who came out to share a meal and spend some time together! 😊

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Direct Support Professional Recognition Week is almost here, and we're getting ready to celebrate at the Vermont State House! Will we see you there?

Join us at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the Vermont State House Lawn to celebrate Direct Support Professionals in Vermont. We hope to see you there!


Lincoln Street Inc. Families First Green Mountain Support Services United Counseling Service Upper Valley Services - Vermont Northwestern Counseling & Support Services Northeast Kingdom Human Services Clara Martin Center Community Care Network Counseling Service of Addison County, Inc. Champlain Community Services Lamoille County Mental Health Services HCRS Washington County Mental Health Services Howard Center

Planning to join us for the 2026 Brattleboro Buddy Walk? Register by the end of today, Friday, August 28, to make sure you get your free event T-shirt! 👕

👟 The Buddy Walk is FREE to attend, and everyone is welcome to join us as we walk and celebrate people of all abilities.

📅 Saturday, October 3
📍 Brattleboro Town Common
🕙 Check-in begins at 10 AM

✨ RSVP now to claim your free T-shirt: https://pro.gofundme.com/event/brattleboro-buddy-walk-2026/e825521/register/new/select-tickets

Already registered? Help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends and family! 💛

Learn more: https://hcrs.org/support-hcrs/brattleborobw/

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Reminder: Dinner is on HCRS tonight! 💚

We're hosting a FREE Community Dinner this evening from 5:30–6:30 PM at the Nolin Murray Center at Holy Family Parish (40 Pleasant Street in Springfield).

Come enjoy your choice of chicken or eggplant parmesan along with sides and dessert, connect with others in the community, and share a delicious meal together. 🍝😊

We hope to see you there!

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What’s better than a good meal? Sharing it with neighbors! 💚

Join HCRS tomorrow evening for a FREE Community Dinner at the Nolin Murray Center in Springfield! We’re looking forward to bringing people together for an evening of good food, friendly faces, and connection.

🕠 5:30–6:30 PM
📍 Nolin Murray Center - 40 Pleasant Street, Springfield, VT

Come hungry, grab a plate, and enjoy some time around the table with others in our community. We’d love to see you there! 😊🍝

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All HCRS offices will be closed this Thursday, August 20, for our annual staff picnic. Our team will be spending the day together and connecting with co-workers from across the agency before returning on Friday, August 21. ☀️

While we're away, support is still available when you need it:

🧡 For mental health or substance use crises, call 988 or the HCRS 24/7 Crisis Line at 800-622-4235.
💚 Developmental Services and Children’s Services clients can also reach our SAFE Team at 802-886-4511.

A special thank you goes out to the staff who will continue supporting clients in our 24/7 programs during the office closure. 🫶 We’re so grateful for your commitment and for the care you provide each day!

Thank you for understanding, we’ll see you on Friday. 😊

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