Connecting

people with the appropriate resources.

Preventing

the need for crisis intervention through preventative health and social service programs. 

Assisting

families and individuals in the need to gain their independence, and to encourage a spirit of helping in return.
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​We proudly serve the communities of Andover, Chester, Jamaica,
Landgrove, Londonderry, Peru, South Londonderry,  Weston, Windham and Winhall,.

Latest News and Events

What's Happening?

February Family Soup Social​

Wednesday, February 19 
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12-1pm @ Neighborhood Connections
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Co-sponsored by The Collaborative

​This free lunch is open to all! We'll have mac n' cheese for the kids. Transportation is available upon request.
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Please RSVP to Lauren Kabis at lauren@thecollaborative.us or call 802-824-4200.

​Turn your health around with Lifestyle Medicine!

What does this mean?

Learn more about a Complete Health Improvement Program that you have the opportunity to join for FREE.

What do you need to do?

Come to an informational seminar on February 25th @ 5:30 PM  presented by:Laura Jensen, Lifestyle Medicine Coordinator 
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Call 802-824-4343 to register

Join the founders of Neighborhood Connections
​Delores Barbeau and Gloria Dawson
Monday February 24th for a
​ Death Cafe!

No one wants to talk about death-- our own or anyone else's OR maybe you DO want to talk about it but have no one to talk with?
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This is your opportunity to respectfully discuss death as a natural part of our lives in a safe, comfortable, confidential space with good food and CAKE.

Come at 6 pm and the rest will unfold...Call 802-824-4343 to register.

Volunteers Needed!

Looking to join a team? Have you been pondering how to give back or serve your community?

​Neighborhood Connections has many volunteer opportunities available:staffing the front

desk, assisting at fundraising activities, transportation and visiting neighbors who need a

friendly companion. Email us and give us an idea of what type of volunteering you are

​interested in @ maggiekaisernc@gmail.com

Quick Links & Resources

Testimonials from Our Community

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This note is a thank you to the staff of Neighborhood Connections, and especially to Regina Downer, Community Nurse, who assisted me with my life-changing medical situation.  Regina assisted me with scheduling and participating in the required medical teleconference call with Dartmouth-Hitchcock Neurosurgeon, Dr. Robert Singer.  I was diagnosed with a dural arteriovenous fitsula wrapped around my lower spine, rending me unable to make the trip to Dartmouth.  Regina studied my unique condition, educated herself and participated in the conference call with Dr. Singer, while taking notes for me.

The support from Neighborhood Connections was a blessing in getting the help I needed.  Thankfully, the medical procedure, to repair the fitsula and the rehab I received, I am recovered and walking again.   Londonderry is so fortunate to have these many Neighborhood Connections supporting our community."

Mary Lou Flynn

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It's hard to know where to begin. Mary Claire puts together such a wide range of topics that it is hard not to find something of interest to me or my community-- and that shows what a good community organization NC is.  Of course, I am particularly pleased with the offerings of the master gardeners.

​When Mary Claire first reached out to us, I immediately contacted her.  One of our members, Somara Zwick, has been working with her since to bring gardening topics to NC and the community.  All of our speakers have received a warm welcome and an enthusiastic reception."

Barbara

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The Meeting Place at Neighborhood Connections is a valuable and vital community resource.  People gather to hear thought provoking presentations, to learn and share new skills, to exchange ideas, view documentaries and much more.  The joy of discovery and the possibility of forging new friendships make this a special place.  Check it out -- you'll be glad you did!"

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Neighborhood Connections in Londonderry VT has been and continues to be a very valuable asset to our community on many levels.  For me personally  as a "Tai Chi for Health and Fall Prevention" instructor, I am very grateful for the opportunity of sharing this gentle exercise and art form to many participants in the surrounding towns on a continuing basis.  Also, Carlene Lindgren and I have been happy to raise awareness by showing environmental films and documentaries at this venue on an ongoing basis to all who are interested.

​I want to stress how very much I appreciate the great kindness, help, support, and openness of the staff and volunteers, particularly Mary Clare Schwartz, events coordinator.  Furthermore, as a participant myself, I am always amazed at the diversity and interest levels of events developed and coordinated here on a monthly basis. "

Doreen LeFort-Fabiano

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Neighborhood Connections is family. Whenever I have needed something, they always stepped in to help and have assisted in steering me in the right directions.  When my wife passed away, Noreen was there and helped every step of the way.  I was lost and she helped me organize the cremation and was there for every detail.  If it wasn't for Noreen, I would not have made it through.  Noreen regularly check in to see how I am doing of if I need anything. She is a huge asset to Neighborhood Connections.

​NC is user friendly and have a great deal of flexibility in the services they are able to provide.  I am glad they don't receive any state or federal funding as I believe it helps them maintain this flexibility.  In return for all they do for me, I am also always there for Neighborhood Connections to help them in any way I can."

Daniel Nowokunski

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I don't know where to start... Medically: I felt that I had no options, nowhere to turn.  I was giving up hope of ever regaining my healthy life.  A close friend suggested I call Neighborhood Connections.  At NC, my healing journey began.  With Regina's help and guidance, I became a patient at Mt. Sinai Disease Center in Manhattan.  Finally, I found that my voice and my explanations of symptoms were heard!  I continue on this healing journey and I maintain my connection with Regina, who helps me with emotional support and guidance.

​I would not have gotten this far without the help I received at NC.  I also want to thank Noreen, the social worker at NC, for her persistence with the VT Office of Disability on my behalf.  With her diligence and guidance, I have been able to successfully manage communications with that office."

Pam Gallagher

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​Neighborhood Connections is amazing as they helped me and my child progress in our life.  They provided housing, transportation to important meetings and appointments, and assisted with clothing for my child and other needs. We also enjoyed being involved with the TOTS group!"

Elizabeth

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I want to thank Neighborhood Connections so very much for The Meeting Place which not only provides space for groups to gather, but actively plans and encourages all kinds of specific programs.

I have participated in several both interesting and informative programs, but two in particular were extremely important for me personally.

I have very difficult, problem feet and two pedorthists presented a program about foot health and specific types of shoes and where to access the expertise I needed. 

The second program was a naturopath who was both very informative and who I was able to access for assistance. 

These presentation have proved invaluable for my health and well-being!Thank you for this outreach to the communities served by the organization. 

Donna Taranko-Moulton

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I cannot imagine how I would have gotten through this past year without Regina. She understood what needed to be done before I did. She was a true advocate, figuring out how to deal with our insurance company, finding the right people who could help us and checking in to be sure were ok. She is kind, smart, caring, tough, and forceful when she needs to be. She has a deep understanding of medical and emotional issues as well as the issues that come up, sometimes unexpectedly, when we age. She has been remarkable presence in our lives and, especially, in our community where she has literally saved many lives. We are so fortunate to have this caring understanding person help us through some of life's more difficult and challenging problems. I can honestly say that, with Regina's help and insights, we can now move more calmly and more confidently into the future. 

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