HCRS is very pleased to announce that Holly Barlow, Behavior Services Coordinator with the Children’s Program, recently received her Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. BCBA’s are certified in the use of Applied Behavior Analysis, an evidence-based practice used to optimize the potential of youth with behavior issues.

HCRS is very pleased to announce that Debbi Kelin Smith has recently taken a position as Behavioral Health Community Care Coordinator providing mental health and substance abuse services at Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center in Windsor, Vermont.

The Developmental Services (DS) Program of HCRS held its 4th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner for DS clients and Shared Living Providers on November 11^th at the Moose Lodge in Bellows Falls. Over 100 clients and Shared Living Providers from across Windham and Windsor counties attended this gathering in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday.

The HCRS Peer Recovery Center (PRC) in Springfield has received grant funding for the sixth consecutive year to fund client led Art and Computer training programs. This grant funding offers adults involved in Community Rehabilitation and Treatment Services the opportunity to participate in supportive, fun, and rewarding activities that are led by other clients also receiving community based mental health services. Individuals are paid through the grant to plan, organize, and support their peers to participate and learn new skills.