Pride Center of Vermont, a multi-service community center that celebrates, educates, and advocates with and for LGBTQ+ Vermonters, has announced the hiring of Richard A. Elliott to their health and wellness program.

Erik Rosenbauer, Director of Security at the Brattleboro Retreat, has been elected chair of the Vermont Healthcare Emergency Preparedness Coalition (VHEPC). His one-year term began on Wednesday, July 1st.

VHEPC is a multi-disciplinary partnership that collaborates with its members, stakeholders, and surrounding communities to improve and expand emergency preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities across the state.

Each year, Rutland Regional Medical Center recognizes a Physician and a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or other Advanced Practice Provider whose contributions to our community, staff, and patients represent the highest ideals in health care. This year, Rutland Regional has expanded these awards to include two Rutland Community Primary Care Providers.

We are pleased to announce that the Rutland Regional 2020 Physician of the Year is Suzanne Redden, MD, and NP/PA of the Year is Jacki Becker, APRN.

Long-time friend to King Street Center, Chip Hart, was officially voted in as the newest member of the Board of Directors in June. Chip is a life-long Burlington resident and serves as Director of Pediatric Solutions at Physician's Computer Company. He has also provided leadership on the Boards of KidSafe Collaborative and Burlington Tennis Club. Chip shares, "I recognize the gifts given to me, and I feel lucky to be able to give time to an organization for people who need it and deserve it. I am happy to do meaningful work in the heart of Burlington where I live and where I grew up."