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Kudos to The Family Place

To the Editor:
    In this era of overbearing administrative demands, duplication of services and lack of accountability, it is heartening to see an organization in our community be recognized for its streamlining efforts, its integration of programs and its outstanding delivery of service.  The Family Place, a Norwich nonprofit, has recently been noted by the State of Vermont's Agency of Human Services for its highly effective work.
    The Family Place support young families in need in the Upper Valley.  Its services extend from parenting classes, early intervention services, to teaching work-site skills to single mothers. The population served is a complex and ever-increasing group that spans all economic and educational backgrounds.  Quoting the review from the Agency of Human Services, it states: "You are thinking in ways to reduce duplication ...and create files that combine best practice documentation and a comprehensive picture of the needs, goals, strengths and progress f the individual/family served...Thank you for allowing me to take a sample file back to the state team to share."
    The Family Place relies heavily on operational funding form the state and its local charitable contributions.  In today's climate of shrinking dollars I find it reassuring to know that the dollars we contribute to services to help families in our community are being well spent.  Congratulations, Family Place.  Keep up the good work.  Mary Brown, Family Place Board of Directors (originally printed in The Valley News, April 17, 2009)

 

 

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