September is Suicide Prevention Month — a reminder that suicide is preventable, and that every one of us can play a role in preventing it. In the Northeast Kingdom, one of our most powerful tools for doing that is QPR training.
Everyone deserves a place to truly shine! The NKHS Community Skills Group is dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities find their unique "sparkle." By providing a supportive community, we foster independence and self-expression through engaging, hands-on activities. Whether participants are chopping vegetables in our cooking classes, planting seeds in the garden, or exploring their creativity through arts and crafts, they are building valuable life skills and forming meaningful connections every single day.
Cultivating Community and Healing Through Hands-On Engagement and Therapeutic Gardening
At NKHS, our Employment Specialists and Case Managers understand the vital importance of aligning individuals with jobs that complement their strengths. Wendy and Dylan's stories showcase the positive impact of successful placements on both individuals and employers.
Inspired by her connection to the residents of Cedar Lane, an NKHS residential home for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, high school senior Emma rallied community support to create a Prom event.
Rylee has always wanted to work on a farm. Thanks to the efforts of the NKHS Employment Services team and God's Country Farm owner, Adrian Fortin, Rylee's new role as farm hand is a dream come true.
Nathaniel Lesch-Huie, NKHS Clinical Social Worker in the Children and Family Services Department (CYFS) created the CYFS Ski & Snowboard Program. This program aims to teach kids how to develop the skills to overcome feelings of self-doubt and believe in their ability to overcome challenging moments.
NKHS provides opportunities for those in our community to gain employment where they can work on their skillset and meet new people.
