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  • Press Release

    Easterseals NH & VT Appoints Linda Uliva James of White River Junction to Board

    Manchester, NH, February 12, 2024– Easterseals NH & VT has appointed Linda Uliva James to the Board of Directors. James was most recently the Policy and Operations Manager for the Vermont Department for Children and Families.

  • Stories

    Being There for Dawn & Kayden 

    Seven years ago, Dawn was posed with the biggest decision of her life when her son’s ex-girlfriend approached her, telling her she was pregnant and unsure what to do unless Dawn wanted to adopt the child. Dawn was her grandchild’s only hope, with neither parent able to care for him at that time.

  • Kearstyn holding her daughter outdoors.

    Stories

    Hard Work and Determination Pay Off

    When Kearstyn was referred to Easterseals Vermont by the Department of Family Services, she was a new mom juggling an extreme set of circumstances. Her substance use was putting custody of her infant daughter, Armani, at risk. Her case was in family court. What Kearstyn did next would make all the difference in keeping them…

  • kendy sitting on a couch with two children either side. everyone is smiling.

    Stories

    Where Adoptive Families Can Turn for Support

    Adopting a child comes with many rewards. But the process is not without challenges. Kendy is so appreciative of Easterseals Vermont’s Post Permanency Services. Her support person, Jill, has been there for all her ups and downs, providing one-on-one support, answering questions, and helping her connect to resources.

  • Members of M%T Bank and Easterseals VT staff holding a large check.

    Press Release

    Easterseals VT and M&T Bank Partner to Support Barre Community Relief Fund as Flood Clean-up Continues

    The power of community coming together in a time of need Barre, VT – After the Central Vermont area was devastated by disastrous floods earlier this summer, it left a domino effect, impacting everyone in different ways. Easterseals VT was gearing up to host its second annual Over The Edge event in the heart of…

  • Blog Post

    Grateful for the Jack & Dorothy Byrne Foundation

    Thank you for your continued support of Easterseals Vermont’s children and families!

  • Press Release

    Making a Trip Down to Pay it Forward

    Vermonters Aiden Katz and Alycin Smith plan to participate in Over The Edge for Easterseals VT on July 22, 2023. But they’re rappelling down the 11-story North Barre Manor for much more than the thrill.