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Reminder: Our monthly Orchard Village food distribution is NEXT THURSDAY, Nov. 17. Please make note of the TIME CHANGE for this and all future distributions to 10 am (NOT 11) due to volunteer availability. 🥦🥫🍞

Thanks to all our volunteers and staff who help make this happen, rain or shine, each month!

Join us in welcoming Cat to the Shires family!

Shires Housing names interim executive director BENNINGTON — Shires Housing has appointed Catherine Bryars, a planner with the Bennington County Regional Commission, as interim executive director, but the housing expert says she is thinking about pursuing

REMINDER: our monthly Orchard Village food distribution is already upon us. Spread the word to those in need. 🍎🥫🍓

Our team is here til 1 distributing groceries at Orchard Village, please stop by if you’re in need!

Apologies for the last minute reminder, but it snuck up on us! Tomorrow, the 18th, at 11 is our monthly Orchard Village (fka Applegate) food distribution! 🍎🥦🥫

“The housing picture that has led to today’s ‘crisis’ has evolved over many decades. Fixing it will take courage. It is worth ruffling some feathers to make shelter available to all. If we don’t, our grandchildren will be dealing with this very same problem.”

What do you think of the solutions this article suggests?

Fred Baser: The affordable housing crisis — how come, and solutions - VTDigger The housing picture that has led to today’s “crisis” has evolved over many decades. Fixing it will take courage. It is worth ruffling some feathers to make shelter available to all.

We'd love to hear your thoughts on this! 🤔

https://vtdigger.org/2022/08/12/woodstock-aims-to-house-local-workers-with-subsidies-to-landlords/

Woodstock aims to house local workers with subsidies to landlords - VTDigger The program pushes landlords to convert short-term rentals to long-term rentals and encourages accessory dwelling units.

“Hearing hirees say ‘no’ to job offers because they are giving up on their house search is a problem recruiters are facing in state and municipal government, nonprofit organizations and businesses.”

People are turning down Vermont job offers because they cannot find housing - VTDigger Hearing hirees say “no” to job offers because they are giving up on their house search is a problem recruiters are facing in state and municipal government, nonprofit organizations and businesses.

REMINDER: Our next Orchard Village (formerly Applegate) food drop is THIS Thursday at 11 am. 🥦🍋🍉

"The first questions families with young children ask when considering where in Vermont to live are, 'Can we find housing we can afford?' and 'Does that area have good childcare options?'

Too often, the answers to both questions are not good enough and this is holding us back."

https://vermontbiz.com/news/2022/july/12/monte-lane-winter-vermont-needs-housing-%E2%80%93-and-more

Monte, Lane, Winter: Vermont needs housing – and more | Vermont Business Magazine Tue, 07/12/2022 - 11:27am -- tim by Michael Monte, Stephanie Lane, Andrew Winter The first questions families with young children ask when considering where in Vermont to live are, "Can we find housing we can afford?" and "Does that area have good childcare options?" Too often, the answers to both q...

Our SASH team is hiring Service Coordinators to support our Bennington, Manchester, and Deerfield Valley participants!

Our SASH Coordinators help over 450 elderly and disabled individuals live safely, independently in their home. They do everything from helping residents to proactively respond to underlying causes of community problems/issues and organizing and facilitating resident meetings, to conducting Thai Chi and Yoga classes, to helping coordinate Food Bank drops, and more.

If this sounds up your alley, we'd love to hear from you! Consider applying by sending a resume, cover letter, and references to [email protected].

UPDATE: We're keeping with the THIRD THURSDAY schedule for Orchard Village food distributions until further notice. Our next one will be July 21st at 11 (250 Applegate Drive, Bennington). 🥦🍎🥫

Thanks for your help in spreading the word!

$10,000 MATCHING CHALLENGE

Having a supportive, sober environment and time to focus on growth can be absolutely transformational for those recovering from addiction. Especially in today’s housing market, many of the 570 men and women exiting treatment quarterly have little choice but to return to living arrangements that challenge their sobriety. We are SO close to being able to develop 2 recovery residences to provide men and women in the Bennington area with the supports they need to THRIVE. In Vermont there are currently NO other recovery residences south of Rutland, though we know they are so effective at supporting families and addressing addiction in a wholistic and lasting way.

We’re excited and grateful to announce that Orion Howard & Teresa Sholes have pledged a DOLLAR-FOR-DOLLAR match of up to $10,000 through July 31st to help us make this happen! Please help us DOUBLE the impact of Orion and Teresa’s generosity to build much-needed recovery housing in southern Vermont: fundrazr.com/match-BFR.

Gifts of all sizes are welcome and are valued. Thank you for your help and support!!

-The Shires Team, together with our partners at Vermont Foundation of Recovery, Turning Point Center of Bennington County, and Mission City Church Bennington

Help Build Homes for Recovery in Bennington Double your donation to build safe, stable recovery housing in southwestern Vermont. Every donation received until July 15th, up to $10,000, will be matched dollar-for-dollar by Orion Howard and Teresa Sholes, meaning your donation will go twice as far!

TOMORROW!

Youth & families: Join at Orchard Village (formerly Applegate) for a neighborhood walk, mapping activity, and pizza this Saturday! Youth will receive $20 for their participation. 🍕

FOOD DISTRIBUTION SCHEDULE UPDATE: our monthly Orchard Village (formerly Applegate) food distribution will be THIS Thursday at 11 am at Orchard Village (Applegate Drive, Bennington). NOTE: going forward, the monthly distributions will be on the Third Thursday each month, NOT on First Thursdays.

Thanks for your help in spreading the word! 📢

Orchard Village Residents ⚠️

UPDATE - ORCHARD ROAD AREA
This water main break has now also been isolated. This has been determined to be a private issue and will now only effect residents within the Applegate Housing Complex as a private contractor makes those repairs. All surrounding areas should have service already restored. Please run the cold water for a few moments to flush out any air that may have entered the system during the disruption.

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This past week we said a heartfelt goodbye to our long-time Director of Finance, Amy (pictured here on the right) who is transitioning to a new role to be closer to her family. Please join us in wishing Amy a bright future, and congratulating Meaghan (pictured in center) on becoming our new Director of Finance! Meaghan has been part of our finance team since 2019 and has over 20 years of experience in accounting and housing.

Office mascot, Mattie, will be staying on for morale, of course! 🐕

Need some wholesome content for your Monday? Our Property Manager, Deborah, not only saved this little fluffy bean by bringing her to Second Chance when she was abandoned at one of our properties, but she then adopted her as her own over the weekend 🥰 🐱 This is Deborah's first ever cat, but she said "it just felt right!"

She's yet to pick a name... any suggestions?

Gonna be a great summer 🤸‍♂️🏊

Have you seen our special calendar “Summer with SASH”?! There are so many wonderful programs, group exercise classes, and fun events ahead.

Becky dropped by some brochures to get us ready. We hope you will register soon!

Shires Housing Berkshire Family YMCA

UPDATE: due to a mix-up with the food bank there will be no Orchard Village food drop this morning. The new date will be June 16th at 11 am.

PLEASE NOTE: GOING FORWARD, FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS WILL BE EVERY THIRD THURSDAY.

We're back to our regular schedule of First Thursday Vermont Foodbank distributions this month. Our next distribution is THIS Thursday (the 2nd) at 11 am at Orchard Village (89 Applegate Drive).

We know grocery and gas prices are hitting many of us hard. This is free and open to all in need. 🥕🥫🍞

A great article written by Nancy Owens, co-president of our housing partner, Evernorth 👏

"There’s a lot of dissatisfaction with the way things are in our communities right now. We are dreaming of a better future together, and we need to embrace some change to actually build that future. Will we continue to just let things happen as the market drives it, or will we shape the place we want to live?"

https://www.timesargus.com/opinion/commentary/owens-lack-of-affordable-housing/article_11535c3e-4b62-5b25-8de1-247eaa369c0b.html?fbclid=IwAR3AosZJNNVCkcKc0yFj721rRhOmImv-lLwqz5_wDgfQsZeHYw3Ke5E_nNo

Owens: Lack of affordable housing Lack of affordable housing in our community is an issue of equity — and it’s up to us to do something about it.

Great family-friendly event showcasing some wonderful local programs and opportunities AND a meal by our very-own cook extraordinaire, Becky Arbella. Don't miss out!

We're excited to help with this effort and hope to see you at The Bike Hub's first ever Spring Bike Bash this Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 12-2 PM at the Benmont Mill (rain date May 28, same time).

Bike "Angels" will be on hand to provide basic bike checks and help you learn how to do your own maintenance. They will also provide basic safety guidance to help keep us all pedaling on the roads for a long time.

UPDATE: With our goal of reaching $60,000 to create within sight, we're extending the deadline for our Bennington Fund for Recovery campaign through the end of June as we continue to spread the word and work with neighbors, friends, and businesses to make this a reality! -->fundrazr.com/recovery-housing-bennington

P.S. We've got some exciting recovery housing-related news in the works that we're looking forward to sharing soon 🤫 Stay tuned! ✨

REMINDER: this month's Orchard Village (you may still know it as Applegate) food distribution is THIS THURSDAY, May 19th, starting at 11 am.

We'll be back to our regular schedule of first Thursdays of each month in June. Spread the word!

We're so grateful for the leadership and persistence of our legislators, House Speaker Jill Krowinski and Senate President Becca Balint, in addressing the housing crisis in our state head on. We're encouraged by the State's prioritization of smart, affordable, and equitable housing.

A huge THANK YOU to the Vermont Legislature and leadership from House Speaker Jill Krowinski and Senate President Pro Tem Becca Balint and their support for historic investments and policy reforms to address Vermont's affordable housing crisis.

We’ll see you there 😉

Workshops, activities, and free lunch!

Please stop by the Bennington Community Market (239 Main Street) anytime after 9:00 am on Saturday, May 21st.
We will have coffee, tea and cinnamon rolls!

On Saturday afternoon from 1:00-3:00 pm, there will be a free lunch at the lower pavilion at Willow Park prepared by Becky Arbella and her colleagues in the food system and cooking classes at Shires Housing. All are welcome.

More information can be found here: https://www.bennington.edu/center-advancement-of-public-action/environment-and-public-action/food-insecurity/bennington-food

Participants include Bennington Community Garden, GBICS Bennington, Lake Paran - North Bennington, VT, PAVE: Project Against Violent Encounters, Robert Frost Stone House Museum at Bennington College, Shires Housing, Regenerative Food Center, and Sunrise Family Resource Center

THERE ARE ONLY 7 DAYS LEFT TO GIVE! Help us end the cycle of addiction by building much-needed recovery residences in partnership with Turning Point Center of Bennington, Vermont Foundation of Recovery, and Mission City Church ✨ WE'RE SO CLOSE ✨ fundrazr.com/recovery-housing-bennington

"Anyone can succumb to addiction. Anyone."

This is why we need recovery housing in our community.

https://benningtonbanner-vt.newsmemory.com?selDate=20220507&goTo=A01&artid=1

‘Just down a rabbit hole’ BY LEX MERRELLBennington BannerBENNINGTON — Anyone can succumb to ad

Calling all Shires residents who want to cook and eat some delicious food! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

UPDATED: On May 19th, we will be hosting another cooking class series for Shires Housing residents and anyone who utilizes Food Bank distributions. The 4 week series will be centered around reducing food waste with the Food Bank distributions. All participants will receive food safety cutting boards.

Email [email protected] to register, see flyer for more details!

This is a new concept for Bennington (there are still ZERO Recovery Residences south of Rutland ‼️) though not to health care and recovery professionals. If "Recovery Residence" just sounds like a fancy buzzword to you, keep reading 👇👇👇

Recovery Residences (RRs) are homes dedicated to supporting individuals to live independently in the early stages of their recovery from any type of Substance Use Disorder (SUD).

RRs support adults of all ages, but they typically house men, women, and women with dependent children separately.

Residents pay something for their housing and commit to not using alcohol or illicit drugs during their tenure. RRs may or may not limit the duration of occupancy, but most stays range between 5 and 12 months. Residents typically sign contracts rather than leases, affording the sponsoring entity greater capacity to, among other things, remove individuals who do not abide by the terms of the agreement.

The RR model is predicated on supported, peer-based accountability. It leverages the common intention of residents to overcome their addiction and reassemble their lives. This philosophy promotes norms that reinforce healthy living skills and associated values, attitudes, and connections for sustaining recovery. Some, though not all, include live-in “house managers” for residential supervision to support the group life and recovery process of residents.

Interested in helping build this resource in Bennington? 👉👉fundrazr.org/recovery-housing-bennington👈👈

❗️ REMINDER ❗️: our May food distribution at Orchard Village will be Thursday, May 19th at 11 am NOT tomorrow. We'll be back to our regular schedule of First Thursdays in June!

We're so thankful for the work of Turning Point Center in our community and looking forward to creating Recovery Housing in partnership with them!

Vermont Voices: 'I was worth something' Kiana Pierce, 25, has struggled with addiction and substance use for many years. She has been sober for 16 months, and is now a peer recovery coach and administrative assistant

IMPORTANT UPDATE: our monthly Orchard Village (formerly Applegate) food distribution will be rescheduled to THURSDAY MAY 19th at 11 AM due to many of our staff being away at next week's New England Resident Service Coordinators, Inc. Conference. We'll pick right back up with our usual schedule of first Thursdays in June.

Thanks for your understanding and help in spreading the word! 🥫🥦🍎

Be part of a solution! Let's make lasting, healthy, happy, connected, supported recovery an option for those in our region!
https://www.benningtonbanner.com/local-news/funds-being-raised-to-develop-solutions-for-recovery/article_06e67786-c4a8-11ec-8d8b-1fa2a06e2ba9.html

✨ fundrazr.com/recovery-housing-bennington/ ✨

Funds being raised to develop solutions for recovery BENNINGTON — Local advocates are working to break the cycle of addiction by providing needed recovery resources and are looking to members of the public for support. Shires Housing, together

Did you catch our announcement at the Town of Bennington Select Board meeting tonight? We're looking for community support to help us make recovery residences possible in southern Vermont. We need your help! Consider donating 👉 fundrazr.org/recovery-housing-bennington/. 👈

There are currently ZERO ‼️ VTARR-Certified Recovery Residences south of Rutland. Join Shires, along with Turning Point Center of Bennington County, Vermont Foundation of Recovery, and Mission City Church in filling this critical gap!! 💪🔨🏡

Recovery housing has helped so many throughout the state. Help us extend the impact by developing recovery residences HERE in Bennington. Only 24 days left to donate 👉👉👉 fundrazr.com/recovery-housing-bennington