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Community Matters
August 2021
We are all in this together. We continue to follow guidance from public health officials and
government agencies regarding COVID-19, so we can continue to support our community.
Collaborative Network Approach
CNA is a person-centered approach
to treatment that allows for
individuals and families to feel
heard, respected and validated. Listen
as Lorna Mattern, Executive Director
talks with Dan Merges, Outpatient
Program Manager about the positive
impact this modality of treatment
provides.
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UCS Announces New Director of Children,
Youth and Family Services
United Counseling Service (UCS) is pleased
to announce the appointment of Jason
Fleming as the new Director of Children,
Youth and Family Services (CYFS). Jason
will be responsible for the clinical and
administrative oversight of the agency’s
system of care for children and families.
“Jason brings a tremendous amount of
energy, extensive experience and a wealth of
knowledge to the position,” said Lorna
Mattern, Executive Director of UCS. “We
are excited that he is joining the leadership
team.”
Jason has been with UCS since 2012 and began his career with the
organization as a Crisis Recovery Specialist before becoming an Emergency
Crisis Clinician. He most recently served as the Assistant Director of Crisis
Services at UCS. Fleming has a BA from Johnson State College and an MS in
Counseling and Human Services from Post University...Read more.
Photo : Jason Fleming, New Director of CYFS
UCS Superhero 5K
& Kids' Dash
Register Now
On Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 9am,
Superheroes will take to the streets for the
4th annual UCS Superhero 5k. The race
will start and finish at the Bennington
Recreation Center and follow a 3.1 mile
route through beautiful downtown
Bennington. All registrations include a 10-
week virtual training program. Prizes for
top finishers, costumes, and a team award.
Proceeds from this year’s race will benefit The Gathering Place at Camp
Ondawa. This heroic program offers individuals with intellectual disabilities a
camping experience that is close to home, with people that they know and
trust.
The Barn Sale is Back
The “Best Tag Sale in Vermont”, a
highly anticipated event in the
community will return on Saturday,
September 18 from 9am-4pm and
Sunday, September 19 from 9am-3pm
inside Riley Rink at Hunter Park in
Manchester, VT.
The annual event fills Riley Rink to the
brim with high quality clothing,
furniture, decorations, jewelry,
kitchenware, and so much more.
The proceeds of the Barn Sale support
United Counseling Service’s Northshire
office and the services they provide.
The event is organized by a group of dedicated women who devote countless
hours to collecting the items, sorting the barn full of donations and
determining reasonable prices for the merchandise.
Thank you Barn Sale Committee!
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Little Free Library
Community Partnerships can
Result in Creative Ideas
Bennington County Head Start received a Direct
Services Community Grant from Sunrise Family
Resource Center. The funds from this grant are
being utilized to increase family and community
access to literacy opportunities.
Head Start is partnering with BAM (Bennington
Area Makers), ACT (Alliance for Community
Transformation), and families to design and
construct Little Free Libraries to be installed
throughout Bennington County. Current secured
locations are Pownal Elementary School, the new
Spring Center on Gage St. in Bennington, Julia Dr. Shires Housing
Development in North Bennington, Arlington Recreation Park, and a Seed
Library at the Community Garden.
The project continues to gain traction and interest so there will likely be more
libraries added throughout the county. Currently we are in the construction
phase of the project with families gathering together at BAM to put these
structures together to be installed in the future.
These libraries have served as a great engagement opportunity for families to
either share skills they already have in the world of design/construction or to
gain new skills and confidence within these areas. We are very excited to be
facilitating this project to bring easier access to books throughout our
community.
Our Staff Make UCS Great.
Apply Now
Our employees are creative, thoughtful,
energetic, forward-thinking and
empowered. If you or someone you
know wants to make a difference and
help those who need it most, consider
joining UCS. Visit ucsvt.org/careers to
learn more.
Please be advised that the COVID-19 has altered the
way we are currently recruiting. Should you be
contacted for consideration, we are limiting job interviews to telephone or video communication, in order
to align with guidance by the CDC. Hiring for certain positions may be slowed by efforts being used to
promote social distancing and other recommended strategies. We thank you for your understanding as
we navigate the best way to keep you, employees, and our community safe.
Pictured: (L) Lorna Mattern, Executive Director, Courtney Randall, Housing and Crisis Coordinator, and
Dawn Danner, Director of Developmental Services, celebrate Courtney's 5 years with United Counseling
Service.
Upcoming UCS Events
View all Events
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Tuesday, August 18, 2021
9am to 2pm
The Spring Center
Grand Opening Celebration
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
2:00 too 3:30pm
655 Gage Street, Bennington, VT
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
9am to 3pm
The Barn Sale
September 18-19, 2021
UCS Superhero 5K and Kids' Dash
Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 9am
We Are Here For You.
Will You Be Here For Us?
Give Now
We have a deep commitment to Building A Stronger Community. Despite the
challenges of 2020, our staff were driven by a common purpose to do the
right thing for our clients, our community, and each other. This year, crisis
calls have increased by 70% and requests for our services have increased by
135%. The need for our services keeps growing. Please make a donation
today.
Donations can be mailed to:
United Counseling Service
PO Box 588
Bennington, VT 05201
COVID Support VT
Vermont Department of Health
Centers for Disease Control
Southern Vermont Medical Center
Managing Anxiety and Stress—CDC
Map of Community Resources in Bennington
Bennington County Regional Commission (BCRC)
COVID 19 Resource Page
(802) 442-5491 | ucsvt.org
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