United Counseling Service held the 8th annual Go the Distance 5K last Sunday before Southwestern Vermont Medical Center’s Community Day. Over 100 runners participated in the event helping to raise over two thousand dollars for UCS Client Wellness. The first three place runners were Carson Thurber, Nikki Harrington and Harrison Kimball.  Andrea Malinowski lead a pre-race Zumba warm up and a Kids’ Run Fun with 25 participants followed the 5K. “Thank you to everyone who participated in Go the Distance. This event is a great way to bring people together and build on our mission of building a stronger community by empowering individuals and families to live healthy and meaningful lives,” said Lorna Mattern, Executive Director of United Counseling Service. UCS serves ch...[ more ]

Mental Health First Aid

Start On: August 28, 2018

Sometimes First Aid isn't a bandage, or CPR or calling 911. Sometimes First Aid is you! Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour training course which teaches participants an action plan to assess a situation, select, and implement interventions and secure appropriate care for an individual. The program introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental health prob...

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Start On: September 05, 2018

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an 8 hour public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses role-playing and simu...

The Barn Sale

Start On: September 22, 2018

THE BARN SALE THE BEST TAG SALE IN VERMONT! September 22 and 23rd MORE DETAILS COMING SOON. Riley Rink at 410 Hunter Road, Manchester VT...