Attorney Spencer Crispe Brings Legal Expertise and Passion for Supporting Young People to Youth Services Board
Attorney Spencer Crispe, a lifelong Vermont resident born in Brattleboro recently joined 9 other community members in serving on Youth Services’ board of directors. Through 10 programs ranging from program for homeless youth to a youth-led business, the nonprofit agency…
Brattleboro Community Justice Center merges with Restorative Justice programs at Youth Services
The Brattleboro Community Justice Center and Restorative Justice Programs at Youth Services announced that they are joining forces, effectively shifting restorative justice practices in the greater Brattleboro area under one administrative umbrella and roof, a move long-considered by both organizations…
A life-long social worker, Susan Stember Buhlmann, joins Youth Services board of directors
Susan Stember Buhlmann, a life-long social worker, recently joined 13 other community members in serving on Youth Services’ board of directors. Through nineteen programs ranging from restorative justice, to mentoring, transitional living, workforce development and therapeutic case management, the nonprofit…
Youth Services Hires Rachael Trill as Tamarack and Pretrial Services Coordinator
Youth Services has hired Rachael Trill as Tamarack and Pretrial Services Coordinator for the organization. These pre-trial programs were first started in 2015 after the passage of Act 195 by the Vermont legislature to address a judicial system overwhelmed by…
Mack Mackin hired for Youth Services’ New Intake and Groups Coordinator role
Youth Services is pleased to announce that Mack Mackin has joined the Youth Development team as the new Youth and Young Adult Intake and Groups Coordinator. Youth Services’ Youth Development programs provide wrap services for youth and families in Windham…
Youth Services’ Pilot of Day-labor Program in Brattleboro Deemed a Success
Work Today, a new program of Youth Services, concluded its 3-month pilot period in November and the organization’s executive director, Russell Bradbury-Carlin, said they plan to restart it in the spring, with a few new funders and venues needing temporary…
New Case Manager and Homelessness Coordinator Hired for Youth Services’ Brattleboro Shelter
Youth Services announced that Lana Dever has joined the Youth Development team as the new Youth Homelessness Coordinator and Brattleboro Case Manager. Youth Development programming at Youth Services provides wrap services for youth ages 12-23 who are experiencing homelessness, housing…
Cathy Coonan of The Richards Group Elected President of Youth Services Board
Cathy Coonan, insurance professional at The Richards Group, recently assumed the role of President of the Youth Services Board of Directors, taking the reins from Rachel Selsky whose four-year term has just ended. Coonan has been on the agency’s Board…
Youth Services chosen for Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program
Youth Services is excited to announce a new project to end youth homelessness in our community! Three years ago Youth Services staff and clients worked with local and state partners to apply for the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD)…
Friends For Change innovates virtually during COVID-19
Youth Services’ play-based after school club, Friends For Change, was recently recognized for innovation during the pandemic at a virtual forum hosted Vermont Afterschool, Inc. Comprised of afterschool programs, state agencies, policy makers and funders, the forum showcased ways that…