BRATTLEBORO — Health Care and Rehabilitation Services, Vermont's second-largest community mental-health agency, will host a community appreciation event on Saturday, April 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Robert H. Gibson River Garden, 157 Main St.
This event is being held to celebrate the agency's 50th anniversary of serving the residents of Windsor and Windham counties with mental health, addiction, and developmental disability services. The support of community members is critical to the success of both HCRS and the individuals they support.
Snacks and beverages will be available for attendees as they engage in fun activities for people of all ages and abilities. Area community partners such as Families First, the Inclusion Center, The Gathering Place, and New England Youth Theatre will also be part of this event.
As the agency designated by the state of Vermont to support individuals in Windham and Windsor counties who are experiencing challenges from mental illness, substance abuse, or developmental disabilities, HCRS provides a comprehensive array of services.
The agency currently serves more than 4,500 individuals every year, supporting children, youth, adults, and families in a variety of settings. Professionally trained staff work out of the agency's offices as well as within schools and police departments, and support individuals on the job and in many other community settings in order to help people where services are most needed.