Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trusteesas of June 30, 2017

Senior Leadershipas of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals ServedWhere We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our SuccessesWelcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total Individuals

in Residential Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use TreatmentDevelopmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life.Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

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FYAverage53533416

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FYAverage53533416

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FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62 *In collaboration with NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trusteesas of June 30, 2017

Senior Leadershipas of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals ServedWhere We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our SuccessesWelcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total Individuals

in Residential Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use TreatmentDevelopmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life.Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

MonthFY15FY16FY17FY18July71593516Aug633535Sept615538Oct625338Nov533139Dec544036Jan494232Feb477933Mar4710933Apr575221May314351June464320

FYAverage53533416

FY03FY04FY05FY06FY07FY08FY09FY10FY11FY12FY13FY14FY15FY16FY17FY18Waitlist88192130132129959811822044576326829129610415Cenusus103184197190198215228266280390491855871944997978

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FY03FY04FY05FY06FY07FY08FY09FY10FY11FY12FY13FY14FY15FY16FY17FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

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FYAverage53533416

FY03FY04FY05FY06FY07FY08FY09FY10FY11FY12FY13FY14FY15FY16FY17FY18Waitlist88192130132129959811822044576326829129610415Cenusus103184197190198215228266280390491855871944997978

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FY03FY04FY05FY06FY07FY08FY09FY10FY11FY12FY13FY14FY15FY16FY17FY18

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FYAverage53533416

FY10FY11FY12FY13FY14FY15FY16FY17Waitlist118220445763268291296104Cenusus266280390491855871944997

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FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62 *In collaboration with NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trustees as of June 30, 2017Senior Leadership as of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals Served Where We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our Successes Welcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total

Individuals in Residential

Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use Treatment Developmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life. Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

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WaitlistandCensusInformation

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Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

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WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17Waitlist 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104Cenusus 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997

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WaitlistandCensusInformation

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FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62*In collaboration with

NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trustees as of June 30, 2017Senior Leadership as of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals Served Where We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our Successes Welcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total

Individuals in Residential

Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use Treatment Developmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life. Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

NumberofRequestsbymonth

0

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800

1000

1200

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

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FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

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Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17Waitlist 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104Cenusus 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997

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WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62*In collaboration with

NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trustees as of June 30, 2017Senior Leadership as of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals Served Where We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our Successes Welcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total

Individuals in Residential

Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use Treatment Developmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life. Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

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FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

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100

120

July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June

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0

200

400

600

800

1000

1200

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17Waitlist 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104Cenusus 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997

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0

20

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120

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WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62*In collaboration with

NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trustees as of June 30, 2017Senior Leadership as of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals Served Where We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our Successes Welcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total

Individuals in Residential

Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use Treatment Developmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life. Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

NumberofRequestsbymonth

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

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FY17

FY18

0

200

400

600

800

1000

1200

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

NumberofRequestsbymonth

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

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FY16

FY17

FY18

0

200

400

600

800

1000

1200

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17Waitlist 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104Cenusus 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997

NumberofRequestsbymonth

0

20

40

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80

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120

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1200

FY10

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FY12

FY13

FY14

FY15

FY16

FY17

FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62*In collaboration with

NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trustees as of June 30, 2017Senior Leadership as of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals Served Where We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our Successes Welcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total

Individuals in Residential

Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use Treatment Developmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life. Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

NumberofRequestsbymonth

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June

Numberofrequestspermonth

FY15

FY16

FY17

FY18

0

200

400

600

800

1000

1200

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

NumberofRequestsbymonth

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June

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FY15

FY16

FY17

FY18

0

200

400

600

800

1000

1200

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17Waitlist 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104Cenusus 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997

NumberofRequestsbymonth

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

July Aug Sept Oct

Numberofrequestspermonth

0

200

400

600

800

1000

1200

FY10

FY11

FY12

FY13

FY14

FY15

FY16

FY17

FY18

WaitlistandCensusInformation

Waitlist

Cenusus

FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62*In collaboration with

NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trustees as of June 30, 2017Senior Leadership as of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals Served Where We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our Successes Welcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total

Individuals in Residential

Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use Treatment Developmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life. Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

Month FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18July 71 59 35 16Aug 63 35 35Sept 61 55 38Oct 62 53 38Nov 53 31 39Dec 54 40 36Jan 49 42 32Feb 47 79 33Mar 47 109 33Apr 57 52 21May 31 43 51June 46 43 20

FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

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FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY03 FY04 FY05 FY06 FY07 FY08 FY09 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18Waitlist 88 192 130 132 129 95 98 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104 15Cenusus 103 184 197 190 198 215 228 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997 978

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FYAverage 53 53 34 16

FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 FY14 FY15 FY16 FY17Waitlist 118 220 445 763 268 291 296 104Cenusus 266 280 390 491 855 871 944 997

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FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62*In collaboration with

NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

Human Resources Team

Dear Friend,We are pleased to bring you this annual impact report which includes a sampling of

the ways we continue to improve the well-being of our neighbors and community. As in previous years, our staff of 1,500 supported more than 16,000 service recipients across 50 programs, many operating 24 hours a day, in over 60 locations.

This year, our Chittenden Clinic and Safe Recovery programs reached milestones that show real progress in the struggle to provide timely access to treatment and expanded overdose prevention support for individuals seeking assistance from opioid use.

And as the community we serve becomes more diverse, we have increased our efforts to ensure that all members of our community receive the help they need by enhancing access to translation services and supports which respect the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

In addition to the many accomplishments highlighted in this report, we are challenged by the ever-growing need for sustainable financial support to meet the increasing and increasingly complex needs of those we are honored to serve. That is why this year we have begun to explore entrepreneurial solutions that will support our efforts to meet the needs of those we serve while improving our financial sustainability.

You have probably noticed a change in the format for this year’s report. We chose this calendar format in the hopes that you will keep it handy throughout the year. It is our reminder to all members of our community that “Help is here,” 24/7, every day of the year.With gratitude for your interest and support,

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D., President, Board of Trustees

HELPING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1865

Board of Trusteesas of June 30, 2017

Senior Leadershipas of June 30, 2017

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. President

Michael Simoneau Vice President

Matthew Frazee, CPA Treasurer

Connie Stabler Secretary

Patrick Brown

Daniel Calder

Kathy Connolly

Kelly Deforge

Gillian Eaton

Kerrick Johnson

Michael Kupersmith

E. William Leckerling

Pam Mackenzie

Meg O’Donnell

George Philibert

Rep. Ann Pugh

Rep. Trevor Squirrell

Debra Stenner

Cyndee Sturtevant

Honorary Board Member Marna Tulin

Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Sandy McGuire, Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Catherine Simonson, Chief Client Services Officer

Sandra Steingard, M.D., Chief Medical Officer

School Programs

How We Help: Individuals ServedWhere We Help

Residential ServicesOur residential services support people in varying types of living situations to accommodate individual needs and preferences. At “72,” just one of our residential homes, individuals with mental health challenges receive support 24/7/365. Peter Burns, a residential counselor, says, “Residential homes are important because some clients need support to be able to live more independently. Our daily home-style meal creates a sense of community and gives people the chance to connect with each other in a family-like setting. Everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging.”

Chittenden Clinic: Waiting List EliminatedWithin the past year, the Chittenden Clinic reduced its waitlist for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Now, individuals struggling with opiate use can schedule treatment immediately. The reduced wait list is due to a concerted community effort that relied on the resources and support of numerous groups, including the Community Health Centers of Burlington, UVM Medical Center, Howard Center’s MAT spoke program at 300 Flynn Avenue, and members of the Chittenden County Opioid Alliance.

Safe Recovery: A Bridge to TreatmentHoward Center’s Safe Recovery program has been distributing free, anonymous overdose reversal kits since December 2013. Since then, the program has confirmed more than 1,000 overdose reversals as a result of the more than 15,000 doses that the program has distributed. Grace Keller, Program Coordinator, adds, “We’ve also trained 1,000 community providers, school personnel, and homeless shelter staff to administer Naloxone.”

“Knowing that your child is going to school

with such caring and talented people is the best

feeling in the world.”

— Parent

Betsy Cain retired in 2017. We are grateful for her many contributions.

“The program has helped me live independently and helps

me feel safe. It’s comforting to know that they are always there if you need them . . . who knows where I would be without them.”

–Safety Connection client

Could Safety Connection help you or a loved one? For more information, email CathieB@howardcenter.org.

Discover • Design • Deliver

HOWARD CENTER INNOVATION

GOT IDEAS

?“What if?”

“How might we?”

Gail Stevenson, Ph.D. Bob BickPresident, Board of Trustees Chief Executive Officer

Project Hire: 35 Years and Going StrongThis year marked the 35th anniversary of Project Hire, a Howard Center supported employment program for individuals with developmental disabilities. The program helps adults find meaningful, competitively-paid employment and provides career development and employment support.

Celebrating a Life Well LivedA highlight of the Project Hire reception was the introduction of The Steve Cohen Fund. Steve worked at Healthy Living in South Burlington with support from Project Hire for over 17 years. When Steve passed away, Linda Morrow and Sue Ming and their family honored his memory by establishing The Steve Cohen Fund which provides Project Hire with significant funding to support client employment.

Thank You, Staff!Each year, we celebrate staff who have achieved 10+ years of service. Congratulations to all those who were recognized this year for their milestone anniversaries.

How We Are Doing

Celebrating Our SuccessesWelcome to our Annual Impact Report 2017

We help people get the support they need in a variety of settings—in our outpatient offices, in homes,

in schools, at local businesses, and in residential settings.

School Based

Services

1,353

Individuals receiving support

207

Community Based

Support

2,244

My/Our quality of life

improved.

84%Total Individuals

in Residential Programs

735

Crisis Services

2,543

Businesses providing

employment

175

I received the help

that I needed.

88%

The services I received

made a difference.

86%

Residents at “72”

15

The services I received were right

for me.

89%

Total Residential Locations

22

Staff treated me with respect.

92%

Residential Services

735

Dollars earned by

clients

$1,031,427

Medication Assisted

Treatment Services

1,257

Savings to Social Security

$419,711

Program Highlight

In addition to our four therapeutic schools for children in grades K-12, we have a clinician in nearly every

school in Chittenden County.

Last year our programs provided developmental services to 997 individuals and their families.

Naloxone overdose reversals in 2017

271

Naloxone kits

distributed since 2013

15,000

Individuals served

through Safety

Connection

75

School Services Program

745

All Therapeutic

Schools

170

Fay Honey Knopp School

16

Jean Garvin School

35

Inclusion Program

37

Referred to treatment

854

Autism Spectrum Program

27

Individuals trained to

administer Naloxone

1,000

.Baird

School

57

Total Clients Served

1,499

Innovation: A Strategy on the Path to SustainabilityTo be called an innovation, an idea must be replicable at an economical cost and must satisfy a specific need. Howard Center has been innovating programs and services for years. The missing piece has been that our primary payer has been Medicaid. That is where we are working to turn the curve. This year, we hired a Director of Innovation to develop externally focused entrepreneurial ventures that are consistent with our agency mission and values and intended to help diversify funding and improve the financial sustainability of our organization.

Safety Connection: Inspiring IndependenceFor the last decade, Safety Connection has helped adults with developmental disabilities live independently in the community of their choice. The program relies on a combination of technology and trained staff to assist youth in transition, adults, families, and elders who wish to live independently. In addition to wellness monitoring, Safety Connection supports case management services. Due to its success, Safety Connection is poised to expand outside of the developmental disability community to help older adults and those with chronic conditions who require additional support to age in place and/or live safely at home.

“The food is excellent, and I enjoy the friendships. The group home is important to me because there is someone here when I have fears.”

— 60-year-old resident

Many thanks to all our staff for the work they do every day.

“We created The Steve Cohen Fund to raise money to support others with aspirations to work and to contribute.”

— Linda Morrow, Steve’s mom

Thank you to our outgoing

board members!

Kathy Connolly since 1999

Matthew Frazee since 2012

Photo Credit: VBM Photo

“Giving someone a Naloxone kit is often a bridge to treatment and the first step to accessing other services.”

— Grace Keller

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Substance Use TreatmentDevelopmental ServicesPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Everyone is welcome here. We provide services from birth through end of life.Client satisfaction is our top priority. Here’s what our clients have to say:

Outpatient Services

2,995

Employment Programs

492

The Winooski Family CenterThe Winooski Family Center is a key community resource for any Winooski family with young children. The program, a collaboration among Howard Center, the Winooski School District, and the Winooski Housing Authority, has culturally competent family-engagement services.

Recently, the Center received the Sally Fox Award from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation. The award honors Senator Sally Fox’s contributions to the well-being of Vermont Children.

“Our job is to give parents the confidence they need to be an engaged advocate and parent. We also connect families with local services that are beyond the scope of what we’re able to provide.”

— Karen Prosciak, Director

Program Highlight

Providing

mental health,

substance use, and

developmental

services

Staff at “72,” a residential home

Sally Fox Award check presentation

Baird School staff

September 2017 Press Conference

Safe Recovery staffhowardcenter.org

Chittenden ClinicWaitlist and Census Information

MonthFY15FY16FY17FY18July71593516Aug633535Sept615538Oct625338Nov533139Dec544036Jan494232Feb477933Mar4710933Apr575221May314351June464320

FYAverage53533416

FY03FY04FY05FY06FY07FY08FY09FY10FY11FY12FY13FY14FY15FY16FY17FY18Waitlist88192130132129959811822044576326829129610415Cenusus103184197190198215228266280390491855871944997978

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FYAverage53533416

FY03FY04FY05FY06FY07FY08FY09FY10FY11FY12FY13FY14FY15FY16FY17FY18Waitlist88192130132129959811822044576326829129610415Cenusus103184197190198215228266280390491855871944997978

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FYAverage53533416

FY10FY11FY12FY13FY14FY15FY16FY17Waitlist118220445763268291296104Cenusus266280390491855871944997

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FY17 Impact & Outcomes ReportPLUS 2017 Agency Highlights • 2018 Wall Calendar

The supportive environments and unique learning opportunities we offer are designed to inspire personal growth and to help students address emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with academic success.

Centerpoint School*

62 *In collaboration with NFI and Matrix

Numbers reflect students served.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME HERE.

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Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

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30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

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Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

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28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

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29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

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June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

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Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

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27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

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Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

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February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

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29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

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28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

L!

AUGUST 26, 2018

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

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8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

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3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

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June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

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4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

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6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

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27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

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4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

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4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

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8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

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7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

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Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

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9 10 11 12 13 14 15

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23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

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11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

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8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

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3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

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4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

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13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

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4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

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4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

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Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

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7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

L!

AUGUST 26, 2018

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CM

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

L!

AUGUST 26, 2018

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

Sukkot EndsShemini Atzeret

Jewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

SAVE THE DATE • 10 TH ANNUA

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AUGUST 26, 2018

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August Back to School Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

1 2

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31• National Trauma Awareness

Month • Hepatitis Awareness Month

May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28

February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Children’s Mental Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

Not known 6

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

Celebrate sober this holiday season!

Christmas DayCatholic

Agency HolidayAgency HolidayKwanzaa BeginsCultural Holiday

International Day of People with Disabilities

Chanukah BeginsJewish

Chanukah EndsJewish

First Day of Winter

December National Drunk and Drugged Driving Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Bodhi DayBuddhist

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30 First Call of Chittenden County provided 2,392 crisis assessments and distributed 5,000 Suicide Prevention booklets.National Suicide Prevention Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

September National Recovery Month

Labor DayAgency Holiday

Krishna JanmashtamiHindu

Rosh HashanahJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Yom KippurJewish

Rosh HashanahJewish

Paryushan BeginsJain

Paryushan EndsJain

Pride Festival (Vermont)

Rosh HashanahJewish

First Day of Autumn

Sukkot BeginsJewish

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Did you know? Our 700 respite workers provide valuable support services for many of the families we serve.

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Education session.

Daylight Saving Time Ends

International Survivors of Suicide Day

Veteran’s Day (Observed)Agency Holiday

Election Day

Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Sahib

Sikh

Agency HolidayThanksgiving DayAgency Holiday

All Saints DayCatholic

DiwaliMulti-faith cultural holiday

Mawlid-al-NabiSikh

Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Sikh

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

Birth of BaháúllahBahá’i

All Souls DayChristian & Catholic

November National Caregiver’s Month Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

In addition to helping students in our four therapeutic schools, we provide support to an additional 745 students through our School Services program.

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Feast of the Assumption of MaryCatholic

Eid al-Adha Islam

Eid al-Adha Islam

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28 29 30 31 When is depression more than just the blues? Visit our web site at www.howardcenter.org to learn more about depression.

October National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month

Columbus Day (Observed)

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

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Birth of the BabBahá’i

Shemini AtzeretSimchat Torah

Jewish

Birth of the BabBahá’i

Down Syndrome Awareness Month • Disability Awareness

Month • Bullying Prevention Month

World Mental Health Day

SamhainWiccan & Pagan

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Mental Illness Awareness Week

HOWARD CENTER’S

Award Celebration

Check our website for details.

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29 30 31We offer translation services and supports which recognize the cultural and linguistic traditions of the individuals and families we serve.

July National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Independence DayAgency Holiday

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Martyrdom of the BabBahá’i

Tisha B’Av Jewish

Tisha B’Av Jewish World Hepatitis Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our Safe Recovery Program provided free HIV testing to individuals as a bridge to treatment for many struggling with opiate use.Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Month

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June Aids Awareness Month

First Day of Summer

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Ramadan EndsIslam

Eid al-Fitr Islam

Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib

Sikh

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Our programs provided support to 997 individuals who were diagnosed with a developmental disability. Social Work Month • Brain Injury Awareness Month

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Education session.

March National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

First Day of Spring

National Recovery Day

Daylight Saving Time Begins

Purim ends Jewish

Naw-RuzBahá’i

Rama NavamiHindu

Good FridayChristian & Catholic

Passover BeginsJewish

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Last year, 2,995 individuals received therapeutic support through our Outpatient Counseling Services.

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May Mental Health Awareness Month

Memorial DayAgency Holiday

Vesak-Buddha DayBuddhist

Ridvan (12th day)Bahá’i

1st day of RamadanIslam

ShavuotJewish

ShavuotJewish

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

ShavuotJewish

See us atVT Chamber Business

and Industry Expo

Declaration of the BabBahá’i

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day

Feast of the AscensionCatholic

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

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Join us for our Curling Challenge in March. For details and to register, visit www.howardcenter.org.

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February Get Ready to Curl!

Presidents’ DayAgency Holiday

Ash WednesdayCatholic

Purim beginsJewish

Maha ShivaratriHindu

Birthday of Ramakrishna Jayanti

Hindu

Chinese New Year Begins

Multi-faith

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Children’s Mental Health Week

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29 30 Last year Howard Center provided support for 382 individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and 47 youth pursued post-secondary educational options through the SUCCEED Program. Alcohol Awareness Month • Child Abuse Prevention Month • Counseling Awareness Month• National Stress Awareness Month • Jean Garvin School 20th Anniversary Celebration

April National Autism Awareness Month

Check our website for this month’s Community

Education session.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

National Alcohol Screening Day

Vaisakhi/Baisakhi Sikh

1st day of Ridvan Bahá’i

EasterChristian

EasterEastern Orthodox

Ridvan (9th day)Bahá’i

Good FridayEastern Orthodox

Passover EndsJewish

National StressAwareness Day

National Public Health Week

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28 29 30 31 This calendar includes agency, cultural, and religious holidays which may require observers to restrict or limit their work. This is not an all-inclusive list of observances.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Solemnity of MaryCatholic

New Year’s DayAgency Holiday

Birthday of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Sikh

ChristmasEastern Orthodox

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Agency Holiday

Mental Health Advocacy Day

National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week

January Mental Wellness Month

Rally for Change: Round up at City Market this month to support the

Street Outreach Team.

Support Our WorkAbout Howard Center

First Call for Chittenden CountyPhone and in-person support • Individual crisis assessment

Short-term crisis management • Referrals to appropriate services

Information about community resources • Suicide prevention

training • Post-tragedy and disaster response

FY 17 Financial Summary

Medicaid ...................................................................................... 81%

Other State .................................................................................. 16%

Other Federal ............................................................................... .5%

Local/private ............................................................................... 2.5%

Workforce ....................................................................................... 78%

Program/Operational Support ........................................................ 22%

Community Based Services ....................................................48%

Crisis Services ............................................................................... 7%

Medication Assisted Treatment Services .............................. 8%

Outpatient Services ......................................................................6%

Residential Services .................................................................15%

School Based Services ............................................................. 16%

EXPENSES BY SERVICE

REVENUES

EXPENSES BY CATEGORY

ANNUAL BUDGET: $93,541,728

AGENCY ADMINISTRATIVE RATE = 7.9%

Howard Center Services — By The Numbers

Individuals Served in FY17 16,000+*

Howard Center Locations 60+

Howard Center Employees 1,500

When we provide service 24/7/365* These numbers include 8,456 clients and an estimated 8,000 individuals who receive

support and services (particularly crisis services) without officially enrolling as clients.

Who We Help — By Age

Ages 0 - 5 358

Ages 6 - 12 1,025

Ages 13 - 17 1,047

Ages 18 - 24 1,166

Ages 25 - 59 4,402

60 and over 452

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Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

Suicide Prevention

Across the LifespanA RESOURCE AND INFORMATION GUIDE

SINCE 1865

Complimentary copies available: 802-488-6912

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Howard Center’s complete audited FY17 financial statement is available upon request.

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

A publication of Howard Center Development and Communications Office,

created in collaboration with Outcomes Project staff Matt MacNeil, Ed.D. and Alysia Chapman.

Martie Majoros, editor.

208 Flynn Avenue #3JBurlington, VT 05401

Contact 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

OUR MISSION

To improve the well-being of children, adults, families,

and communities.

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

Support Our Work

Purple Legacy Society Looking to make a difference? Howard Center’s Purple Legacy Society recognizes the legacy of John Purple Howard and his family. The Society offers an option for people who care deeply about the individuals and families we serve and want to make gifts of lasting value through bequests and other planned gifts. We are pleased to partner with the Vermont Community Foundation to offer charitable gift annuities. Please consider including Howard Center in your will or estate plan.

In MemoriumMatt Young – 1948-2017 Street Outreach founder and director

Help is Here Award 2017This year, we celebrated our second Help is Here Award honoree Whit Smith, in recognition of the significant legal support he has provided to organizations that serve individuals with disabilities and their families and

those with limited resources. The annual award honors an individual whose contributions personify Howard Center’s mission and demonstrate a passion for those served by the organization. Congratulations and thank you, Whit!

Visit www.howardcenter.org mid-year for information about our 2018 celebration event.

Make a Gift!Thank you for supporting Howard Center and the people we serve! For a quick and easy way to give, go to howardcenter.org and click the donate button. You can also mail a check payable to Howard Center to 208 Flynn Avenue, Suite 3J, Burlington, VT 05401. Or stop in with your contribution and say hello.

Donate Now! howardcenter.org

The Eleanor R. Liebman Fund: Continuing the Legacy In 2012, Anthony Quintiliani, a former Howard Center clinical director, established the Eleanor R. Liebman Fund in memory of his wife, Ellie. Through Anthony’s generous legacy gift, we are able to support enrichment activities that lead to inner calm, happiness, joy, and fun for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

Learn more about our work at www.howardcenter.org.

Thank you for your support.

We couldn’t do it without you.

SINCE 1865FY17 July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017

Thank you for supporting our work.THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS —WE COULDN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017

Sharon AdamsBarb and Jim AdamsGrace Adams-KollitzJessica Agnew BlaisDonna AikenJosh AiroldiAlison AlifanoSandra AllaireBeverly AllenCharles S. AllenP. Graham AllenLinda Almy and Trevor SquirrellElizabeth M. AltonCarol and David AngusJames Annese and Tracy AllesAnonymousSimone ArmsNora ArondsElexandra ArthersAnn AtkinsAnne AugustJoanne and David AustinElizabeth T. AxelsonKenneth and Roberta Axelson Family FundRita and Mark BagliniHelen and Dave BaileyDeanna and Chris BaileyElizabeth BallouRoseann and William BanghartLee Ann and Mike BanksElizabeth BarchErin BarchAlbert BarnardMeghan BarnesTyler BarronAnne Rebecca and John BartuskaAllyson BashaCynthia BaskinElizabeth Bassett and John PaneNancy BassettCarolyn BatesAnnette and Graham BauerlePatricia BauerleChristina BazzanoFiona BeamanShamus BeamanNadya Bech-CongerJim BeckerTricia BeckerSophie Bell and Joseph EntinBrenda Bennett

Nauticah BenoitSusan BenoitJerilyn BergdahlPatty BergeronDebby BerghViola W. Bernard FoundationJudy BernierRichard BernsteinG. D. BiasBob and Carol BickMacy BigelowRozz BigelowFrances BinderPeter BinghamBio-Medic AppliancesBart BlanerSusan Bliss AldenGerri and Sam BloombergRick BlountBlueCross BlueShield of VermontDebra BlumbergNancy BlumbergMichael BoardmanScott and Carol BoardmanTerri and Gene R. BogaczykSusan BokelbergEdward and Peggy BonachHenry BongesChuck and Carol BookwalterBarbara T. BoothMichael BouchardA.J. BouffardBrian BourdeauJoseph and Dale BoutinCharles BowenYves BradleySandra and Michael BradshawDiane and Thomas BrennanPatricia and Thomas BrennanAnn BroekhuizenMark BroomfieldChristian Brown and Rachel InkerPatrick BrownAlden and Phoebe BryanJudith BuechnerCourtney and Victoria Buffum Family

FoundationFrances BugbeeJessica BunceElyssa BurgessJacqueline M. BurlesonRobert BurleyBurlington Children’s SpaceBurlington TelecomCity of BurlingtonPamela Burton-MacauleyMichael ButlerJohn ButterfieldMarge ButterfieldJohn and Elizabeth CaflischDaniel CalderBradley CameronDouglas CampbellPaula N. CampbellMaureen CannonBrian CarletonJeannine CaseyCatch 22 Youth Football LeagueCamille CatlettJohn and Deb CauloSheila CavanaughTodd and Margaret CentybearMarc ChampouxMildred Chapin Union WCTUAlysia Chapman

Clera CharbonneauJames CharbonneauTown of CharlotteCharlotte Shelburne Rotary ClubWilliam CherryPaula ChettiChurch Street MarketplaceAngela CicioniVicente CitarellaCitizens Bank FoundationCity Market/Onion River Co-opColleen ClarkMichelle ClarkMr. and Mrs. Zachary ClarkDebby Leigh ClemonsJustin CloughMeredith CloughConstance and William CoatesDavid CoatesDavid Coates, Jr.James CoatesKathleen Coates and John PatchLouise CoatesCarrie A. CobbCyndee Cochrane-Sturtevant and

Norman SturtevantJamie and Jill CoffrinColchester Hockey BoostersColchester Lakers Hockey TeamJoanna Cole and Sarah FlynnEdwin and Nancy I. ColodnyHal and Beverly ColstonVictoria ColvinComcast FoundationSteve ComeauComer FoundationCommando, LLCCommunity BankCommunity Health Centers of BurlingtonDaniel and Sherri ConfaloneRichard ConleyKathy and Tom ConnollyEric ConnollyBrian ConnorsJohn and Kathleen CoolidgeFrederick M. Coon Trust/Eliza J. Coon FundEric CoreyLawrence CorreiaWanda CosmanMartin and Karen CostelloPaul and Paula CostelloPaul and Nancy CottonKristen CourcelleCheryl and Bernie CoutureAnne E. CramerJeffrey CrandallAnn CrawfordLeslie and Geoffrey CrawfordLaura CrippsMelissa and John CroninJim and Andrea CrookKnox CumminAidan CummingsTodd CummingsCummings ElectricAnn and Fred CurranCx Associates LLCStephen R. DaleChris DanforthTonya DarbyLois D’ArcangeloWendy Davis and John MahoneyLauren and Bryan DavisKatherine DecarreauKelly and Ande Deforge

Robin and Michael DeGregorioGordon DemagAinhoa DeNealeDennis DePaulStephanie DevikThomas Devine and Kim AllshouseRegan DewhirstRachel E. DiGiammarinoAimee DiGiulioErica DiGuglielmoGary DillonSally DillonDinse, Knapp & McAndrewAndy DoeKathleen DonahueFrank and Ducky DonathTJ Donovan and Jessica McCloudMegan DowningRich DowningSean DowningSue DowningDowns Rachlin MartinLinda DragonJoy Dubin GrossmanLori DuboisMichael DuboisJenal DumasWhitney DunsmoreLinda Dusablon and Frank McDonoughCorey and Kelly Duteau and Family Chris and Ann DuttonKevin DwyerYve and Jack DwyerGillian EatonECHO Leahy Center for Lake ChamplainBlagorodna EfremovskiCarolyn EganDavid EllenbogenJoseph and Betty EllovichMichael EmersonJean ErpeldingTown of EssexEssex PediatricsMindy EvninJohn and Jane EwingJean FahrenbachVeronica Fallon and Richard MesserGreg Fanslow and Yolanda Chen-FanslowManon and Joseph FarnhamRobyn FeinsodRoss and Kathleen FergusonLeslie FerrerJohn and Jan FerrisTova FerroLinda FersingJoel FifieldLon FinklesteinDr. Lewis FirstHeather FitzgeraldMeg FlahertyJerry and Judith FlanaganJuliane FoleyEllen FosterGeorge FoxBarbara FrankowskiMatthew and Eve Nicole FrazeeFrog and Toad Child Care and Learning

Center, LLCDharma FrostHeidi L. FryzellElizabeth and Robert FurrerStephen GalipeauJoseph M. GallagherChristopher and Jan GannonGap Foundation

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PLEASE NOTEWe have changed our donor list format. This year, all contributors are listed in alphabetical order, instead of by giving level. If we’ve missed you, our sincere apologies. Please contact Martie Majoros at 802-488-6911 or mmajoros@howardcenter.org.

In future years, please find our donor list online at www.howardcenter.org.

Suzanne GarrityKelly GarthwaitGE United Way CampaignSaralinda GeboDaryl GeorgeGeri Reilly Real EstateHeather GettyDebra GibbsEd GirouxClaire Giroux-WilliamsBarbara GladeBill and Janice GlennieGlobal FoundriesMike Glod and Michele CommercioPatricia GlossDonna GodetteChristopher GodfreyNancy GodfreyToby GoldsmithGolub CorporationJulio and Ana Gomez FoundationErica GoodrichLloyd GoodrowMargaret GoodwinBeth GossAdam GoudreauJoanna GouldBob Goulette and Kathleen LeahyKaren Grace and Nancy CarpenterGary GraffValerie GrahamP. A. GrahamCasey GrantElizabeth Grant and Stephen NortenGravel & SheaBen GreenMichael Green and Sarah MuyskensMoneer GreenbaumWilliam GriffinHugh and Shana GriffithsChris GroenSteven and Elizabeth GronlundMarcel and Harriet GrunvaldChristy GustafsonEd HaakJoyce and Joseph HaganLisa HaggartyEllen HagmanKristine HahnAvery Hall and Andrea RogersTammy HallHallam ICSErin Hanley and David Weinstein HannafordsMary HanrahanEric H. HansonDaphne and Steve HardHigley HarmonJames and Pamela HarnishChip and Mary HartGladys Coates HartRebecca HaslamWilliam and Nancy HeaslipDunja HegemanLisanne D. HegmanDouglas HershbergerAmanda and Jeffrey HerzbergerFaith Hester-ReyesHickok & Boardman Financial PlanningHickok & Boardman, Inc.Hickok & Boardman InsuranceLaurie A. HillJacob HillegasSusan and Charles HillmanTown of HinesburgEve and Samuel HoarHoehl Family FoundationHoff Family TrustBrendan Hogan

Madeline HonigmanAmelia HopkinsPaul HortonMichael Huffman and Margaret SingerTracie HultgrenRobert F. Hunsicker FoundationTown of HuntingtonRichard HuvaBarry IbeyIBM Employee Services CenterIBM Retirement Charitable CampaignAngelo IorlanoCrystal IrvingPamela IshamFrank and Elaine IttlemanSusan and Craig IversonJ and E Gifford Memorial FundTimothy and Patrizia JamiesonGreta JefferisTown of JerichoAlison and Chris JohnsonKerrick and Mary Ann JohnsonMegan JohnsonMaureen JoyceErika KaneElisabeth KannerMichele KartschokeMichelle KearneyDeborah KeelRonald Keen and Linda BlairJay and Marie KellerJack KelleyTim KellyBarbara Kennedy and Doug GentileShirley KenneyKate and Michael KennyJulie KentMarion E. Kenworthy - Sarah H. Swift

FoundationPaul and Ellie KenworthyWoody KeppelKeyBank FoundationRolf Kielman and Stevie SpencerCate KingsleyKittell Branagan & SargentMegan KlauckPeter and Joyce KlinkenbergMr. and Mrs. Andrew KloecknerKnights of Columbus Council #7525Frank and Jennifer KochmanKea KohlmeyerKrebs & Lansing Consulting EngineersSarah and Michael KrugerMichael and Cheryl KupersmithRobert and Patricia La MotheDerek LaBrie and Christine FielderMark LacroixShane LaFlowerAlan LarocheEllie LarocheJacob LarocheJason and Kimberly Laroche

Alex LaventureJohn LavoiePhil LavoieLaw Offices of Fred V. Peet, P.C.Law Offices of Karen S. Allen, P.C.Derrick LawrenceSheila M. LawrenceBruce and Anne LeavittDawn LeBaronHolly LeBlancBill and Gerry LeckerlingSamantha LednickyCindy LeeRaquel LefebvreKaren and Russell LefevreKaren LemireJoan LenesKaitlin LetourneauMartin and Barbara LeWinterBetty LewisMichael and Marjorie LipsonSusan and Thomas LittleMs. Sunnie LobdellCharlene LongworthLots O BallsGenevieve P. LotzShannon LowcockJen LoweGeorge and Marie LuhrDennis and Carol LutzTheodore Lyman and Virginia ClarkTerence and Kathleen LynchErica MacConnellPamela MackenzieMatt MacNeil and Margaret DalrympleChristine T. MadsenMaggie Pace’s Pick Up SticksJayne MagnantCoralie MagoonMartie MajorosManaging Information ServicesNancy MargolinAmanda MarinoJacqueline MarinoSydney MarinoRita and Katy MarkleyJane Marlin and Paul GruhlerEllen MarsdenDonald A. MarshallMarilyn MarshallBetsy MartelleChristine MartinElizah MartinFrancesca MartinJacob MartinJoan C. MartinJustine MartinLucas MartinTobias MartinBenjamin L. MasonChip Mason and Rebecca RaskinMary and Michael Mastack

Kendra MatthewsHelen MaynardWade McArtorMaria McClellanRene McCormickRobin McCormickJim and Maureen McFaddenElizabeth McGeeShelly and Kenneth McGinnisPatrick McGrathJessica McGuireKristin McGuireAlex McHenryMary and Bob McKearinJoseph E. McNeilEllen McShaneJohn and Donna McSoleyMcSoley McCoy & CompanyCharles and Erin MedickMary MelenAmy Mellencamp and Charles SmithDr. Walter MelvinChantal MendesNick MenounosArthur MenutCharles Mercier and Pamela JacksonSusie and Ben MerrickFaye MertzBrian MeyerLori MeyerMalgorzata MeyerBud W. MeyersNeil and Lis MickenbergGrace Mignosa and Kim HubbardEmily MilbankFlossie Miller and Gerald LeBlancPeter MillerTown of MiltonJudy MintzSusan MirzaMobius Inc.Jamie MolitorDianne MonacoRobert MonetteJacinta MonniereRobert MonniereKatharine Montstream and Alan DworshakKatherine MoodyJames MooreRonda MooreMichelle MoratyaHelen MorrieDarrell MorrisJames MorrisLinda Morrow and Suzanne MingAnthony MorseGretchen MorseStanley MorseMorse Family FoundationDawn MoskowitzMelinda MosleyMount Philo FundMonique MunsellPamela MunsellLesley MurrayPeter MyersMyers Container ServiceVictoria NadowJillian NashBarbara NasonJen and Seth NearyBill NeddeDoug Nedde and Heidi TappanSteve NeddeEliot Nelson and Maryann LisakErika L. NestorNew England Federal Credit UnionNew England Floor CoveringEunice B. Newell

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“Howard Center has given my son the gift of hope and given our family the ability to know the beautiful person he is.”

–former Howard Center Board Member

Georgia NiarchosPete NiarchosNick & Morrissey Development LLCAdele NicolsKirsten NielsenNigelTim NitzBrian NolanJasmine NolanKathleen NolanKevin NolanLaura S. NoonanJessica Nordhaus and Jon Michael SheeserFloyd E. NorthNorthCountry Federal Credit UnionNorthfield Savings BankChuck NortonBeth and Miriam NovotnySandra and Daniel O’BrienMeg O’Donnell and Patricia OrrSusan OnderwyzerOne-Four-Three Charitable TrustAnne O’Neill and Crawford ByersAnne O’Neill Revocable TrustRobert and Karen O’NeillAndrea OrtonOur Lady of Grace ParishPeggy Owen SandsWilliam PaganelliCamille PaneRobert PaneJerry PaparielloMary ParentDouglas and Julie ParkerRobin ParryChristina PasnickBarbara Paterson and Jim WhitbyAnn PattersonPaul Frank + Collins P.C.Yaron PelegBeth PeloquinMark PeloquinRose PelsPeople’s United BankPeople’s United Community FoundationKevin PerlineNancy PeruginiRebekah E. PhelpsGeorge PhilibertMichael and Leslie PielaJohn PierceMike PinckneyJames and Judith PizzagalliRemo and Donna PizzagalliPlanet FitnessJean PlasseMark PlasseSteve PloesserGina Pizzagalli PlunkettDavid Porteous and Vicky SmithThomas PorterPoultney United FundPrice ChopperSamantha PrimPrimary Care Health PartnersMark PriorKathie and Tim PudvarAnn PughDan and Mary Sue PutzuluNaya PyskacekJennifer QuavelinQueen City ApartmentsKelly QuilliamAnne QuinnAnthony QuintilianiBarbara RachelsonRaymond T. RacineAgnes and Raymond Racine

Emma RadlerMichael G. RadlerDavid RamsdenChelsea RapinWilliam RavellJane ReadyMildred ReardonElizabeth RedfordMark RedmondJeannine ReedKatie ReenSean M. ReenMartha ReidPaul and Joanne ReissLinda and James RentonJennifer ReynoldsLinda C. RicciAudrey RichardsonShelley RichardsonDavid RichiedeiThomas RiniMary Lee and Richard RitterRussell RobergeRuby A. RobertsPat Robins and Lisa SchambergDonna RocheleauJacki RomanoStephen Rooney and Alice WestonBrenda RoseGail Rosenberg and Tom O’ConnorSharon RosenthalChristopher RoyKaren RoyerRichard RoyerCatherine Rude and Mark KennedyCatherine RuleyPriscilla RybickiTyler SadlerSaint Michael’s CollegePatricia SalimiKelly SalkoskasKate and Nicholas SalvatoriSally and Greg SargentDottie and Gary SavageMarie SawyerAngela ScavoEmily ScheidtJoni ScheidtJoshua ScheidtRobyn SchenckJocelyn ScheuchSara and Walter SchilgAlan and Christine SchillhammerAnnamarie SchraderJoseph SchramlKatherine and Bill SchubartJ. D. Schultz

Laura SchutzJohn C. SchwindtBarbara and Benson ScotchJack and Wendy ScullyRussell and Roxanne ScullyMartha Seagrave and Kurt KaffenbergerSusan SearsSecond Gen Builders, LLCBella SerafiniElise SerausSeventh GenerationJeannine SeyfertJan ShambergerSuzanne ShasteenRobert ShattuckBill and Jane ShearerCatherine ShearerJeffrey SheddShelburne MuseumJemsa SheriffMargaret ShermanCathy ShiresJohn ShullenbergerAndrew SiegelDonna SilcoxJeff SilcoxSills Family FoundationMike Simoneau and Geri ReillyCatherine Simonson and Joseph LaferriereHarold SimpersMichael SirotkinMargaret SkinnerAlex SlausonRichard and Carolyn SmilesJeffrey SmithOlcott and Lucy Smith FoundationWhit and Meg SmithParker SoaresDave and Susan SobczakCity of South BurlingtonJamie SpaldingKathleen SpeedyJacqueline SpragueSpruce MortgageMary Ellen St. DenisConnie and Paul StablerRobert StaffordCaitlin StantonLisa SteeleSandra Steingard and Scott WatermanDebra Stenner and Keith MintzPeter and Margie SternDiane StevensGail StevensonSticks & Bricks, LLCAllan StierFrances C. Stoddard

Andrew StolbergJill StoutJosephine StoutTony StoutTom and Heather StrettonCharles H. StringerRodney StrongKate StrotmeyerJames E. StuartNorman and Cyndee SturtevantJeanne SullivanPeter Swift and Diana McCargoSummit Chiropractic CenterSun Ray Fire & SecurityEmily SuttonBurton and Beatrice TabakinBianca TalaricoBeth TaralloLinda TaylorTech Group/Tech VaultLouis TerrangnoliTaylor TerryLouise A. ThabaultThe Morris & Bessie Altman FoundationThe Benevity Community FundThe Steve Cohen Fund The Chicago Community FoundationThe Dwyer Revocable TrustThe Ham-Ellis Fund For HumanityThe Eleanor R. Liebman FundThe Medical StoreThe Elizabeth Steele FundRebekah ThomasCorinne ThompsonEmilie ThompsonJennifer ThompsonDebra TirritoTitus Insurance AgencyElizabeth TolmieMartha TormeyEllys TorneyMaida TownsendDebra TrahanHeidi TrimarcoBarbara TrimmerTrinity Episcopal ChurchGary and Karin TronoRichard TroppTruexCullins, Inc.Marna and Stephen Wise TulinNancy TulloJuergen UhlTown of UnderhillUnited Way of Northwest VermontUniversity of Vermont Children’s HospitalUVM Medical CenterUVM Medical Center Community Health

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“Recovery to me means the chance to realize my potential, work hard to achieve my goals, and keep growing as a person. I really believe it is a gift, and it has helped me to see and appreciate life in a very different way than I think most people do.”

–client at the Chittenden Clinic

Investment ProgramUVM Medical Center Family MedicineBill and Gigi UzzellDana Valentine and Todd SarandosSkip and Denise ValleeValerie VassGreg and Ellen VautVELCOVermont Arts CouncilVermont Community FoundationAnne VernonVert-Mont Chapter IEHAErica VesseyEstate of Ernest VezinaDenise Vignoe and Sima BreitermanDianne VillaniSusan and Anthony VillantiVisiting Nurse AssociationEdward VizvarieMatt VosburghW.B. MasonElizabeth WaldoBarbara WallaceLoretta and Kirk WaltersNate WardKathy Ward-LovejoyRebecca Wasserman and Ben TraverseCharles F. WebberStanley and Christine WeinbergerSusan WeinsteinIrene WeisburghKyle WelcomeJeffrey WesselJane WesterveltJudith WhiteLisa K. WhiteSuzan WhiteEthan WhitmorePatience WhitworthElsbeth and Jeffrey WickJames and Jane WickLori WigstenMalin WildeElizabeth WilkinsCraig WilkinsonPamela WilliamsTown of WillistonCorporal Kevin WilsonCity of WinooskiThe Laura K. Winterbottom Memorial FundWendy WisebergAnn S. WittpennLisa WolfordLaura and Cassandra WolfsonChris YandowJason YerebYoga RootsBarbara York and David AdairCarolyn ZarinskiSteven and Sophie ZdatnyZinnia, Inc.Evelyn ZoeckleinDavid Zuckerman

IN KIND CONTRIBUTIONSAffiliates in OBGYN CareClare AlbersHelen AmbridgeAmerican MeadowsScott AndersonAON Insurance ManagersAlpha Phi Omega (Alpha Gamma Eta

Chapter)Ascension Lutheran ChurchBBC PropertyB.GoodDiane BaconTyler Barron

Patti BauerleAnnette and Graham BauerleChristine BeardSheryl BellmanBen & Jerry’s Homemade, Inc. Vanessa BermanBilodeau Wells & Co.Nathan BishopBioTek Instruments, Inc. Linda BlackerbyMartha BlaisdellLesli BlountDebra BoothbyHeidi BradySima Breiterman and Denise VignoeThomas and Patricia BrennanBristol Christian Fellowshipbrown + davis designSusan BrunelleApril and Jim BurghdorfCity of BurlingtonBurlington Bagel Bakery and CafeBurlington Bay Market and CafeApril and Jim BurghdorfCathie BuscagliaMr. and Mrs. Thomas Butland Jr.C. Douglas Cairns ArenaMary CadyEllie CampbellAlison CannonLeslie and Chris CapanoLisa and Scott CarpenterCarved SolutionsCerner CorporationPaul and Carla ChapmanChittenden County Regional Planning

CommissionChrist the King/St. Anthony’s ParishMike and Sam ClarkKathy CoatesCochran’s Ski AreaColchester Lakers Hockey TeamCompetitive ComputingMallory ConwayMartha CooperMuna CullivanErin, Emily and Irene DaigleSamantha D’AmicoBarb DavideDavis & Hodgdon AssociatesDealer.comDuback PhotographyKim DufourGillian EatonECHO Leahy Center for Lake ChamplainEssex Alliance ChurchExecutive Car CareFanny Allen RehabRobin FawcettFeldman’s BagelsFirst Congregational ChurchFirst Unitarian Universalist SocietyFleet Feet SportsFletcher CSIFlying Pig BookstoreFriends of the Fletcher Allen Free LibraryFrog & Toad Child Care and Learning

Center, LLCFuse MarketingAriel GardensSarah GauthierGeri Reilly Real EstateBrooke and Chris GillmanBarbara GodfreyHarrison Goldberg and Ashleigh AllaireGreat Harvest Bread Co.Green Pasture MeatsKirsten Grieshaber and Joel Lamendola

Fiona GriffinHannafordsPhyllis HarkonenBetty and Tom HaversHoward Center - Admin Care CommitteeHoward Center - ARCH TeamHoward Center - Chittenden ClinicHoward Center - Community Support Program

Supervisory TeamHoward Center - Comprehensive Family

ServicesHoward Center - Executive CouncilHoward Center - Family Centered Service

TeamHoward Center - Park Street ProgramHoward Center - Safe Recovery ProgramHoward Center - Succeed TeamImmaculate Heart of Mary Catholic ChurchJanitechJay Peak ResortKim JohansenAlison, Chris and Mikayla JohnsonSuzy JohnsonDebra and Mark JohnsonLaura and Andrew JohnsonPam and Ron Kampner Deborah KeelKen’s PizzaKidstructive FunDonna Kiley and FamilyKinney DrugsAbby and Joel Klein and FamilyPamela KozikowskiAriel KrolickLake Champlain ChocolatesMoira LamaySusan LamayLane PressLane Family FoundationKathleen and Michael LarameeRachel LavalleeLeunig’s BistroLisa LevineLaura LiptonLiquid Measurement Systems, Inc.Judy LyonsErica MacConnellMain Street LandingMaple Street CounselingClaudia Marshall and Matthew ZuckerMayfair Park NeighborsTracey MaurerMerin MaxwellPaul and Karen MayerCharlotte McCorkelGloria McGrailLaurie McGrathSandy McGuire and FamilyMcSoley McCoy & Co.Merchants BankThe Merrick Family

(Susie, Ben, Katie and Janie)Sarah and Allan MerrittElizabeth and Eric MillerMonkton Maples 4-HKrista MorganNew England Air SystemsNew England Federal Credit UnionNorth Avenue Alliance ChurchNorthCounty Federal Credit UnionPeyton OberingOh My DogOur Lady of Grace ChurchPascolo RistoranteDanielle PecorBryn PerkinsPhoenix BooksPhotoGarden

Joyce PlacePlanet FitnessProduction AdvantageAnn PughRCX RulesJane ReadyRedstone Rhino Foods, Inc.Rhino Foods, Inc. QA Dept.Marilyn RichardsJoan Robinson and Susi WizowatyThe Rosenberg Family (Megs, Paul, Eliza,

and Nell) Lisa RotmanSaint John Vianney ChurchKate SalvatoriTracy SchneiderMerissa SearsSecond Gen Builders, LLCSelect Design Ltd.Shelburne MuseumShelburne SupermarketSheraton Burlington Hotel & Conference

CenterMaura and Eamon SheridanRachel and Ed SheridanSisters of Mercy at Mt. St. MarySmilie Memorial Elementary SchoolJason and Marcy SmithChristopher and Christine StaffaDebra Stenner and Keith MintzStone SoupRichard and Peggy StowellSugarin’ Off Investment ClubSweetwatersChelsea Tedder, Brierly Horton, Lindsay Getz

and Sarah AndrianoManon TennyThe Farmhouse GroupThe Rehab GymThe Skinny PancakeJennifer TierneyAllison TinsonTrader Joe’sTransportation Insurance Advisors LLCUS Citizenship and Immigration ServicesUS Citizenship and Immigration Services -

Human Resources Operations CenterUVM Athletics DepartmentUVM Campus Planning ServicesUVM College of Medicine Technology Services

DepartmentUVM Medical Center - Acute Dialysis/

Apheresis UnitUVM Medical Center - Emergency Department

RegistrationUVM Medical Center - Endoscopy DepartmentUVM Medical Center - Financial Planning and

Treasury ServicesUVM Medical Center - Office of Clinical TrialsUVM Medical Center - PACUUVM Medical Center - President’s OfficeUVM President’s OfficeDenise ValleeRabi VandergonVermont Community Access MediaVermont Lake MonstersVermont Systems Inc.Vermont Tent CompanyVermont Women’s FundAnne VernonVillanti PrintersBecky Wasserman and Ben TraverseErik WellsJill and Edward WilkensWillis, Towers and WatsonDevin and Stefanni WilsonYoga Vermont

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Gifts In Memory OfMAUREEN BARBERBob and Carol BickHenry BongesJeannine CaseyVictoria ColvinManon and Joseph FarnhamIBMElizabeth and Arthur Menut IIRuby A. Roberts

PATRICIA BARBERJeannine CaseyCummings ElectricLinda DragonRuby A. Roberts

MARIE LOUISE BATESCarolyn Bates

MARC BEAUDINWalter MelvinSharon Rosenthal

DYLAN BEMISSuzanne Shasteen

LINDA BRUNELLEDebra Tirrito

JOHN T. BRYANPhoebe and Alden Bryan

MARGARET COATESDavid Bailey and Helen Coates BaileyConstance and William CoatesDavid Coates, Sr.James and Vera CoatesGladys Coates HartSusan and Craig IversonHelen MaynardPrimary Care Health Partners

SUSAN COATESDavid Bailey and Helen Coates BaileyConstance and William CoatesDavid Coates, Sr.James and Vera CoatesGladys Coates HartPrimary Care Health Partners

THOMAS COCHRANECyndee Cochrane-Sturtevant

and Norman Sturtevant

STEVE COHENLinda Morrow and Suzanne MingAnn Patterson

LILLIAN COSGROVERichard Tropp

RICHARD DUBOISAlbert and Linda BarnardLori DuboisMichael DuboisJoel and Rebecca FifieldRobert Monniere Edward A. Vizvarie

TOM FERGUSONRoss Ferguson

GERARD GOULETTEAdam Goudreau

STEPHEN HAM-ELLISThe Ham-Ellis Fund For Humanity

LISA HATHAWAYJean Erpelding

JASON HESTERFaith Hester-Reyes

ELEANOR R. LIEBMANAnthony Quintiliani

MARY CAROL MASSONNEAUSusan Bliss AldenPatty BergeronJean R. FahrenbachDennis and Carol LutzRobert and Monica Shattuck

JOHN MAZUZANWilliam Paganelli

ROBERT MOOREElizabeth T. Axelson

JAMES PATERSONBarbara R. Paterson

ERIC POEHLMANNJohn ButterfieldMary K. ParentHeidi Trimarco

JANICE RANTANENBob and Carol Bick

ARLENE AIMONE ROSESusie and Ben Merrick

KELSEY SCRIBNERJohn Bartuska and Anne Rebecca BartuskaEdward and Peggy BonachAinhoa DeNeale/NBT BankEssex PediatricsShirley KenneyAndrew KloecknerSusan MirzaPatricia ScribnerPamela Williams

SOLOMAN STEINGARDBob and Carol Bick

MATT TRONOLots O BallsSuzanne ShasteenGary and Karin Trono

ANN TUXBURYTerence and Kathleen Lynch

BENJAMIN WOOD-LEWISChristopher and Deanna BaileyJessica NordhausPeggy Owen Sands

MATT YOUNGKenneth and Roberta Axelson Family Fund Bob and Carol BickRichard BernsteinAnn BroekhuizenTodd and Margaret Centybear City Market/Onion River Co-opKathleen Coates and John PatchRobert and Elizabeth FurrerErin Hanley and David WeinsteinEric HansonSarah and Michael KrugerPatricia and Brian MeyerDiane MonacoJohn PierceGail S. RosenbergElise SerausCatherine ShearerMargaret ShermanLisa SteeleFran Stoddard and Harry Grabenstein

Gifts In Honor OfMAUREEN BARBERJeannine CaseyManon and Joseph Farnham

ELIZABETH BASSETT AND JOHN PANECamille Pane

NADYA BECH-CONGERJessica BunceVicente Citarella

JESSICA BROWNRobyn FeinsodKendra MatthewsJamie Molitor

DAVID COATESGladys Coates Hart

DAVID COATES JRGladys Coates Hart

KATE AND DAN CONNORSGladys Coates Hart

KATHERINE AND TOM CONNOLLYWendy Davis and John MahoneyPaul and Eleanor Kenworthy

JULIE DROGINFaye Mertz

ALISON EATON EXSTEINEthan Whitmore

TRACEY EDMOND-PARKINPamela Burton-Macauley

DAN HALLMeg and Mike Huffman

HALLAM-ICSHallam ICS

HOWARD CENTERErika L Nestor

BARRY IBEYMildred Chapin Union

KRISTINE KUPCHAKristen Courcelle

REBECCA LEBLANCJudy Bernier

JULIE MARSHALLGina and Paul Plunkett

ROBINSON MCCORMICKRobin McCormick

DAWN MOSKOWITZWendy Wiseberg

VICTORIA NADOWSeventh Generation

SUZANNE NIELSONKirsten Nielson

PUTNAM PANERobert Pane

JAMES PATERSONJane Marlin and Paul Gruhler

ERIC POEHLMANNAlison AlifanoIrene Weisburgh

FRANCINE PUTZULUDaniel and Mary Putzulu

EMMA AND BOB RADLERMichael and Reinke Radler

JANET RICHARDSONKristine M. Hahn

ANDREA RINIThomas Rini

LINDA ROECynthia Cochrane-Sturtevant

MICHAEL SIMONEAUBill and Jane Shearer

PARKER SOARESLawrence Correia

LISA STEELEThe Morris & Bessie Altman FoundationShelley Richardson

BENJAMIN WOOD-LEWISHeather Fitzgerald

MATT YOUNGCynthia BaskinBrenda BennettTova FerroPatricia GlossShelly McGinnisJames MorrisVermont Mental Health Counselors Assoc.

ROBERT YOUNGSusan Sears

ZOE’S RACEJames CharbonneauLaura J. Cripps Jerry PaparielloBarbara TrimmerNancy L. Tullo

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Thanks to Special Event Supporters and Volunteers

CURLING CHALLENGE SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORSBlue Cross and Blue Shield of VermontCairns ArenaGreen Mountain Curling ClubTech GroupTech Vault

BRONZE SPONSORSDinse, Knapp & McAndrewDowns Rachlin MartinKittell Branagan & SargentMcSoley McCoy & CoMerchants BankMyers Waste and RecyclingSheraton Burlington Hotel and

Conference CenterUniversity MallVELCO

CIRCLES SPONSORSGeri Reilly Real EstatePrice ChopperSpruce MortgageTruexCullins, Inc.

ROCK SPONSORSKrebs and Lansing ConsultingEngineers, Inc.Law Offices of Fred V. Peet, P.C.New England Federal Credit UnionNorthCountry Federal Credit UnionQueen City ApartmentsTitus Insurance Agency

MEDIA SPONSORSESPN 101.3 | Planet 96.7 | Star 92.9Free Press MediaQueen City Printers, Inc.Vermont Community Access Media (VCAM)

SUPPORTERSBurlington Bagel Bakery & CafeCochran’s Ski AreaFeldman’s BagelsFrog HollowJay Peak ResortLake Champlain ChocolatesPhoenix BooksRutland Rocks Curling ClubSpare TimeThe Farmhouse GroupThe Skinny PancakeWendell’s Furniture

PLANNING COMMITTEEConnie DollingerMichael GlodRuth HillAlison JohnsonMichael KupersmithMartie MajorosBob McKearinRoss MontgomeryJulie RichardsIsabella SerafiniMichael SimoneauMike SitkoDenise Vignoe

VOLUNTEERSSima BreitermanDeb BurleighSara CameronConnor EatonCoby EllingwoodMillie EsteyMaria FerrentinoClay GatteyHannah LaddScott MacKenzieMatthew MacNeilAshton MatthewsCeilidh Peden-SpearHannah PhillipsAlex PopovichIsabella SerafiniJason SchinzelJulia TorraCarol Young

GREEN MOUNTAIN CURLING CLUBLiz AltonMathew BertonicaConnie DollingerMitch DehondRussell FrankBill GermerMichael KupersmithDerrick LawrenceJessica LawrenceBlythe LeonardChris LuczynskiLisa MorrisMeg O’DonnellTish OrrPaul SchultzMike SitkoJason YoungTim Vachereau

RUTLAND ROCKS CURLING CLUBAndrea CoppolaDon LajoieDean MooneyLauren OlewnikDiane PouliotKate Thomas

HIGH SCHOOL PARTICIPATIONChamplain Valley Union High SchoolColchester High SchoolEssex High SchoolRice Memorial High School

ZOE’S RACE SPONSORS

SPONSORSB. GoodBio-Medic Appliances, Inc.Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermontbrown + davis designEdwardJonesFront Porch ForumGravel & SheaDana Valentine, Hickok & Boardman

Real EstateLaw Offices of Karen S. Allen, P.C.The Medical StoreNew England Floor CoveringNBT BankSecond Gen Builders, LLCSelect DesignUrban RhinoUVM Medical Center Family Medicine of

South BurlingtonVermont Tent CompanyVillanti Printers

SUPPORTERS802 TimingBen & Jerry’sBurlington Bagel Bakery & CaféBurlington Fire DepartmentDee PTDr. Lewis FirstFleet Feet SportsGreat Harvest Bread Co.Hokum Bros.MacWorksMazza’sMonty the MoosePlanet FitnessRhino FoodsShelburne MarketSmall Dog ElectronicsSodexoSummit Chiropractic CenterTrader Joe’sUVM Men’s Club Hockey

RACE COMMITTEECathie Buscaglia, Co-ChairErika Nestor, Co-ChairKaren AllenMeredith CloughAlison JohnsonMartie Majoros Flossie MillerMark PriorDenise Vignoe

VOLUNTEERSJose Abel-PalmerDevon AganBill AllenNora ArondsSima BreitermanKai BrouiletteDylan BurnsJohn BurnsMakayla CotaMJ CotaPam CummingsKathleen DonohueNihyah DorfNick DubeAndrew EhlerMillie EsteyJackson EvansMaria FerrentinoLewis FirstShasta FowlerAlison FrankIsabel FrantzSarah GauthierTyler GelineauJen GreenAlex GrenierPatton GriswoldCatherine HallZach HellyerLiz HeumJane KrasnowMark LanganEthan LooJean MacBrideMatt MacNeilNathan MarshElijah Mintz-RobertsHarrison NaglerLuke NestorParm PadgettJess PoquetteRick PrattBob RadlerEmma RadlerMaggie ReynoldsRobyn SchenckJason SchinzilAleta SchuppinDan SherburneAmy SternsJulia TorraMax TottenDan VeneziaAdam ViensWes VolkZack VonasseNate WardKathy Ward-LovejoyJulia WayneEd Zylka Tami Zylka

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VolunteersADMINISTRATIVELen Brown

AMERICORPS SERVICE MEMBERSAshley GoffRebecca Johnston

IBM – WESTVIEWPaul AubeMichael BeckettRandall BertrandNorm BoisvertAlain CaronRachel GoyetteC.W. HallGreg Miller

TODD CENTYBEAR GARDENKyle AinleySarah CameronRyan D’AgostinoMaria FerrentinoAriel Krolick

COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERIESSally BordenSima BreitermanConnor EatonDaphne HardJenny Schumer Mike SimoneauCarol Young

SUCCEEDChelsea Wilson

COMMUNITY FRIENDS MENTORING This year, our Community Friends Program became part of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Vermont to continue to provide mentoring for children and youth. Thank you to all the mentors, supporters, and donors who made valuable contributions to the Community Friends Mentoring program.

Bill BissonetteRob AndersonPhillanne ArmstrongGregory AudetteAnne AugustJill Allyson BadolatoBeth Barnes

Nicholas Beahan Michelle BoutinSarah BrittonPatricia BrosseauKenneth BrownRae Bushway Debra ChisholmCindy ChittendenBrian ChristensonLarry ClarfeldDiann ClarkGail Clook David CootwareVincent DattilioRuth DavendonisDerrick Davis Sandy DentonTom Dettre David EllenbogenChris EllingwoodRobert EricksonSheila Fazackerley David Fothergill-QuinlanTimothy FrancisEmily GibbsStephen HabifJohn HamersloughRiyon HardingFagan Hart Laura HarveyJean Marie Haverstick

Deborah Healey Richard JarmuszSheila KazakJames KeefnerWilliam Kershaw Lynn KirbySara KrukJustin LaforceDeborah LaRosaSteven LeBlancDenise LesperanceKatherine LongSarah LoomisLeslie MacMillanSusan MacmillanArnie MalinaJennifer MalrouxSean McGrathEmma McKay-ThorpeMary McKearinAndrew McKenzieNora McKenzieJoanne McQuadeMelinda MeyerhoffHinda MillerPrudence MilnesMichael Mittag Mary MooreDale Morway Debba Pearce Kaela Plant

Debra PlumleyBrent RaymondGordon RaymondNancy Rehm Jennifer RettewKathleen RobertsClara RobinsonAnita RodrigueGail RosenbergMary Beth RoweJacqui Samale RodenJonathan SandsBethany ScottMelanie SestokasCatherine ShahanChristopher SmithAmelia SpectorDavid SpitzJulie SpringerCharles StringerMary Beth SykasJoanne TaborJennifer Tait Arthur VigilJill WilkensChris WilliamsonChristopher WilliamsonRick WrabelMary Zimmerman

“Until you have a child with special needs, you never fully comprehend how critical the need is. It’s about much more than updating a bathroom that is not safe and functional. It’s about providing hope and a better quality of life for those who truly need it.”

–Zoe’s Race project recipient