On October 25th, 2023, sixteen service providers from Washington, Lamoille, and Chittenden Counties gathered in the Steele Room of the Waterbury Municipal Building. There was an eagerness to discuss the barriers asylum seekers face as they move into our area, to tell stories that make these barriers come more alive, and to wonder about possible …

On October 14th, a potluck was held for the wonderful Hankins family. They have  hosted three asylum seekers over the past three years in a roomy, light-filled apartment over their garage, with a private entrance. Their hosting includes lots of companionship, shared dinners, garden space, and strong relationships among each guest and all five members …

After two disappointing flood- and weather-related cancellations, we were finally able to hold a CVRAN picnic and celebration for new neighbors and their support teams on Saturday, October 7, in partnership with the North Branch Nature Center (NBNC). Heavy rain was predicted for the afternoon, but Mother Nature smiled on us and it held off …

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The Coordinator of Volunteers is a key person within CVRAN. The coordinator links volunteers with the Team Leaders who request help with certain tasks. They get to know many of the people involved in the work of CVRAN. It also gives one a good overview of who we serve and what their needs are. The …

It’s time to celebrate, give thanks, and recalibrate! On June 30th, all the pieces came together and through the work of many people, a large CVRAN family can continue to live in the home they have occupied for 18 months. The deed for the home was transferred to an entity that will make that property …