SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont’s nonprofit community mental health agency, held its Annual Meeting on Oct. 16, at Ascutney Mountain Resort in Brownsville, Vt.
This year’s gathering reflected a renewed focus on community collaboration, donor impact, and shared progress. Local partners, donors, and supporters joined HCRS staff and board members to celebrate collective achievements, and honor those helping to expand access to care across the region.
At the heart of this year’s event was a celebration of partnership. HCRS presented five Community Partner Awards to organizations whose dedication and collaboration have strengthened the social fabric of southeastern Vermont. These honorees represent the many ways communities can come together to make meaningful change.
Springfield Supported Housing Program (SSHP) received the James Bartley Community Partner Award, for their steadfast work addressing housing insecurity and homelessness across Windsor County. Through outreach, advocacy, and direct support, SSHP helps people secure and maintain safe, stable housing, often serving as a lifeline for those at risk of losing their homes.
Hypertherm received the Ripple Impact Award, for inclusive employment partnerships that create lasting opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.
Southeastern Vermont Community Action (SEVCA) earned the Heart of the Community Award, for their unwavering commitment to addressing housing, food security, and essential needs that strengthen wellbeing.
Stratton Mountain received the Cornerstone Award, for their longstanding partnership with Kindle Farm School, supporting youth growth, confidence, and connection for students on their ski slopes.
New Chapter Inc., a food supplement manufacturer in Brattleboro, was honored with the Circle of Support Award, for their generosity and sustained support of Kindle Farm School’s educational programs.
“These organizations reflect what’s possible when compassion, collaboration, and community come together,” said George Karabakakis, HCRS CEO. “Their partnership helps us create stability, opportunity, and hope for the people we serve.”
HCRS’ 2025 Annual Report, “Rooted in Our Mission, Growing with Heart,” showcased another year of meaningful progress serving more than 4,000 clients, delivering more than 625,536 hours of direct care, and maintaining exceptional client satisfaction rates. From leading Vermont’s statewide Mobile Crisis program, to strengthening partnerships that bridge health and human services, HCRS continues to grow with heart, expanding access and empowering people across 47 towns to reach their potential.
The full Annual Report is available at www.hcrs.org/support-hcrs/annual-reports.