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Essex County Arc, located in Keeseville, NY, is dedicated to promoting and protecting the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With over 70 years of experience, they actively support full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. Through their innovative programs and grassroots advocacy efforts, Essex County Arc works to drive change and protect the rights of individuals with disabilities at the local, state, and national levels. With a network of 600 local chapters and 1,000 national and community programs, they are committed to building a future of inclusive work, play, worship, community, and travel. Generated from the website

Visiting Nurse Association is a 104-year-old home health agency caring for people of all ages groups. Based in Colchester, Vt., the health agency offers services to groups, including from critically ill children to vulnerable families to adults who need rehabilitation, long-term care, adult day services or end-of-life care, to name a few. Visiting Nurse Association provides medically- necessary home and community-based care to individuals and families regardless of their ability to pay. The health agency serves over 5,000 individuals and families each year. It serves in various counties, such as Alburgh, Grand Isle, North Hero, Westford, Bolton, Hinesburg, Richmond and Williston, among others.

The Springfield Family Center, Inc. has been a pillar of the community since 1971, connecting families to charitable food resources in Springfield, VT. With the support of the community, they have distributed thousands of meals, fresh produce, and essential food items to individuals and families in need, ensuring that no one goes hungry. More than just a food pantry, the Springfield Family Center is a vital part of the community, providing food boxes to local schools, mental health organizations, and housing programs. They have also collaborated with healthcare providers to introduce food as medicine for individuals with chronic health issues, empowering physicians to prescribe and distribute medically tailored meal kits. During the COVID pandemic, they partnered with other organizations to support local restaurants and producers, bringing much-needed economic support to the community.Generated from the website