A Message from the - Good Beginnings Central Vermont€¦ · A Message from the Executive Director 174 River St, Montpelier VT 05602 1 Good Beginnings of Central Vermont 2015-2016

A Message from the Executive Director

www.goodbeginningscentralvt.org 174 River St, Montpelier VT 05602 1

Good Beginnings of Central Vermont 2015-2016 Annual Report

A Helping Hand. Respite. Caring Connections to Community. Simple yet invaluable gifts at a time when families’ emotional, social, physical, and financial resources may be stretched to the max. Your support makes this possible! In the six months since joining Good Beginnings, I can’t count how often I’ve been told that “My Good Beginnings volunteer was amazing! I don’t know what I would have done without her.” For twenty five years, throughout Central Vermont, our volunteers have made lasting impressions on families during the tender transition to parenthood. Although this year was a time of bittersweet transition – we bid farewell to my predecessor as ED, Alison Lamagna -- I look forward to building on her legacy in the coming years. I am also grateful for GBCV’s phenomenal staff and board, for our passionate, dedicated volunteers, and for our many, many supportive donors and community partners. You are the heart and soul of this amazing organization! With gratitude,

In Memoriam…

Dean Howe (1946-2016)

Dean Howe, the husband of co-founder Terry Howe, was a quiet, kind, and supportive presence at

countless Good Beginnings events. Always ready to lend a hand, he helped sustain the organization

during its formative years. We mark his passing in 2016 with both

appreciation and sadness.

-Sara Nevin, Founder

Postpartum Angels Lauren Clark-Boucher Martha Waterman Kim Whitney Betsy Barstow Barbara Borowske Julie Milne Paula Rembisz Isadora Snapp Melissa Tobin Denise Parry Alora Goodkind Sequana Skye Abigail Faulkner Jenna Yetman Rachael Johnson Noreen Hopkins Kayla Dewey Susan Calza Wendy Dale Sue Dellipriscoli Irina Markova Marna Murray Liz Butler Sheila McLean Rebecca Pearish Rachel Lamagna Hannah Morgan Susan Mann Louise Wilt Catie Davis Sharon Moulton-Parks Julia Alter Colleen Kutin Crystal Peterson* Shaun Bernatchy* Cate Worth* Carolyn Pastore * Cary Friberg* Margaret O'Toole Connie Mynter Chris Hancock Marianne Perchlik Sara Nevin Chrissy Rivers

Birthing Year Facilitators Tara Carpenter Josh Miller Britt Richardson Marianne Donohue Perchlik Pamela Wilson

Expo Volunteers Molly Dubois Sheila McLean Corey Gelinas Kristen Gadbois Paul Gadbois Deandra Musial Shannon Haggerty Cariah Rosberg Lauren Clark-Boucher Barbara Borowske Susan Romans Liz Butler Wendy Dale Natalie Taylor Makenna Taylor Carol Corneille Jenna Corneille Nancy Wolfe Mindy Parisi Sara Nevin Racheal Byrnes Becky Colley Patrina Krewson Carolina Capone Frank Capone Catie Davis Sara Korrow Molly Gleason Special Recognition Paul Guiliani Norwich University cadets

OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEERS Who Donated Time In 2015-16


*Also an In Loving Arms volunteer


“My volunteer was and is

a God send.”

“So grateful for the program and my volunteer.”

BY THE NUMBERS…

118 families, including 169

children

138 visits to the Nest

31 participants in 6 Birthing Year workshops

9 newborns cuddled at CVMC

31 Central Vermont towns served

1010 hours of

volunteer in-home support by 45 active volunteers

276 Expo attendees

Postpartum Angels Lauren Clark-Boucher Martha Waterman Kim Whitney Betsy Barstow Barbara Borowske Julie Milne Paula Rembisz Isadora Snapp Melissa Tobin Denise Parry Alora Goodkind Sequana Skye Abigail Faulkner Jenna Yetman Rachael Johnson Noreen Hopkins Kayla Dewey Susan Calza Wendy Dale Sue Dellipriscoli Irina Markova Marna Murray Liz Butler Sheila McLean Rebecca Pearish Rachel Lamagna Hannah Morgan Susan Mann Louise Wilt Catie Davis Sharon Moulton-Parks Julia Alter Colleen Kutin Crystal Peterson* Shaun Bernatchy* Cate Worth* Carolyn Pastore * Cary Friberg* Margaret O'Toole Connie Mynter Chris Hancock Marianne Perchlik Sara Nevin Chrissy Rivers

Birthing Year Facilitators Tara Carpenter Josh Miller Britt Richardson Marianne Donohue Perchlik Pamela Wilson

Expo Volunteers Molly Dubois Sheila McLean Corey Gelinas Kristen Gadbois Paul Gadbois Deandra Musial Shannon Haggerty Cariah Rosberg Lauren Clark-Boucher Barbara Borowske Susan Romans Liz Butler Wendy Dale Natalie Taylor Makenna Taylor Carol Corneille Jenna Corneille Nancy Wolfe Mindy Parisi Sara Nevin Racheal Byrnes Becky Colley Patrina Krewson Carolina Capone Frank Capone Catie Davis Sara Korrow Molly Gleason Special Recognition Paul Guiliani Norwich University cadets

OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEERS Who Donated Time In 2015-16


*Also an In Loving Arms volunteer


“My volunteer was and is

a God send.”

“So grateful for the program and my volunteer.”

BY THE NUMBERS…

118 families, including 169

children

138 visits to the Nest

31 participants in 6 Birthing Year workshops

9 newborns cuddled at CVMC

31 Central Vermont towns served

1010 hours of

volunteer in-home support by 45 active volunteers

276 Expo attendees

A pregnant mom in recovery, whose previous births had been traumatic, was referred to our Postpartum Angel program. We matched her with a Good Beginnings volunteer who is also a trained doula and life coach to help her prepare for birthing. The volunteer visited with her multiple times before the birth and even made a relaxation tape for her. The mom had a great birth experience, which she attributes to the support of her volunteer.

Our Postpartum Angels: A HELPING HAND at a TENDER TIME


A new dad with limited financial resources unexpectedly found himself parenting alone due to his partner’s struggle with mental illness. Good Beginnings provided ongoing financial and parenting assistance to support him in his role as sole caregiver for his infant. This father is now an active, engaged caregiver whose Good Beginnings assistance helped build his confidence in his ability to provide for his child.


“My volunteer was wonderful and easy

to get to know…a life saver! It was so

helpful to have her to hold the baby…and [allow me] one on one time with my 3

1/2 year old. It was a huge relief.”

The Nest saw a total of 138 unique visits last year by 71

different families.

We hosted monthly La Leche League meetings,

Mamas Circle, and Birthing Year workshops

for expectant parents.

31 expectant parents attended Birthing Year

workshops on 6 different topics.

Through our Baby Carrier Program, 14 parents received

baby carriers at no cost, and an additional

11 purchased subsidized carriers.

“This is such a nice place! Do you mind if I nurse my baby here?”


The Nest: A HOME AWAY FROM HOME For FAMILIES Out On The Town

This winter, The Nest relocated to a ground-floor location in our building. The bright, airy space is also more ‘drop-in’ friendly – no more hauling strollers and car seats up a flight of stairs!


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Good Beginnings provided 40 hours of round-the-clock cuddling for a baby with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. Our volunteer also provided emotional support for the overwhelmed mom, forming a bond that enabled her to help with the transition back home from the hospital.

In Loving Arms: EXTRA CUDDLES When They MATTER MOST


The Birthing Year: Helping EXPECTANT PARENTS Feel PREPARED…

“Thank you for this service and your time –

it is truly appreciated.”

“Wonderful class series, the teacher was amazing.”


Postpartum Angels ($1000+) Byrne Foundation Children's Trust Foundation Christina Castegren City of Barre Molly Gleason & Adam Webster National Life Foundation New Chapter, Inc. Northfield Savings Bank Robert DiYeso Charitable Trust State of Vermont Susan Romans Town of Northfield The Turrell Fund UVM Health Network CVMC Campus VT Catholic Charities Washington Electric Co-op Community Partners ($500-999) The Alchemist Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont City of Montpelier Gifford Medical Center NESCTC Security Rotary Club of Montpelier

Town of Waterbury Unitarian Universalist Church of Montpelier Vermont Mutual Insurance Walmart Foundation Family Supports ($250-499) Cindy Elias Cody Chevrolet Community National Bank Downstreet Housing and Community Development Hunger Mountain Coop L Brown and Sons Maloney Associates Mass Mutual Northfield Pharmacy Positive Pie, Inc Thomas Lauzon Town of Cabot Town of Calais Town of East Montpelier Town of Plainfield Town of Waitsfield Town of Warren Town of Williamstown Union Mutual Fire Insurance

THANKS TO OUR CONTRIBUTORS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS!



Caring Neighbors ($100-249) Anne and Paul Bakeman Gretchen Elias Stephen & Bonnie Everett Fresh Tracks Farm Elga Gemst Gillespie Fuels Paul and Bonnie Giuliani Barbara & WW Hagy Terry and Dean Howe Kinney Pike Insurance Kiwanis Club of Barre Maureen and Frederick Larsen Lenny's Shoe & Apparel Diane Martin McLean Electric Northfield United Methodist Women Mindy Parisi Nancy & Bob Pope Carolyn Stevens Swenson Granite Town of Middlesex Town of Roxbury Town of Worcester GBCV Friends (Up To $99) Ellen Doyle Geraldine Callan Kristine Charbonneau Mary Dollenmaier Caroline Earle Suzanne Eikenberry Stephen Fitzhugh Hardwick Chiropractic Judith Jarvis JD Kantor, Inc Keurig Green Mountain Coffee Suzanna LaGue Judith Miles Nancy Motyka Mutuo, Inc. James & Justine Myers Sara Nevin Carol L. Noyes Robert Rotondi Ruth Sabol Emily Seifert JR Shields Patricia Stuart Scott Wright

Postpartum Angels ($1000+) Byrne Foundation Children's Trust Foundation Christina Castegren City of Barre Molly Gleason & Adam Webster National Life Foundation New Chapter, Inc. Northfield Savings Bank Robert DiYeso Charitable Trust State of Vermont Susan Romans Town of Northfield The Turrell Fund UVM Health Network CVMC Campus VT Catholic Charities Washington Electric Co-op Community Partners ($500-999) The Alchemist Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont City of Montpelier Gifford Medical Center NESCTC Security Rotary Club of Montpelier

Town of Waterbury Unitarian Universalist Church of Montpelier Vermont Mutual Insurance Walmart Foundation Family Supports ($250-499) Cindy Elias Cody Chevrolet Community National Bank Downstreet Housing and Community Development Hunger Mountain Coop L Brown and Sons Maloney Associates Mass Mutual Northfield Pharmacy Positive Pie, Inc Thomas Lauzon Town of Cabot Town of Calais Town of East Montpelier Town of Plainfield Town of Waitsfield Town of Warren Town of Williamstown Union Mutual Fire Insurance

THANKS TO OUR CONTRIBUTORS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS!



Caring Neighbors ($100-249) Anne and Paul Bakeman Gretchen Elias Stephen & Bonnie Everett Fresh Tracks Farm Elga Gemst Gillespie Fuels Paul and Bonnie Giuliani Barbara & WW Hagy Terry and Dean Howe Kinney Pike Insurance Kiwanis Club of Barre Maureen and Frederick Larsen Lenny's Shoe & Apparel Diane Martin McLean Electric Northfield United Methodist Women Mindy Parisi Nancy & Bob Pope Carolyn Stevens Swenson Granite Town of Middlesex Town of Roxbury Town of Worcester GBCV Friends (Up To $99) Ellen Doyle Geraldine Callan Kristine Charbonneau Mary Dollenmaier Caroline Earle Suzanne Eikenberry Stephen Fitzhugh Hardwick Chiropractic Judith Jarvis JD Kantor, Inc Keurig Green Mountain Coffee Suzanna LaGue Judith Miles Nancy Motyka Mutuo, Inc. James & Justine Myers Sara Nevin Carol L. Noyes Robert Rotondi Ruth Sabol Emily Seifert JR Shields Patricia Stuart Scott Wright

2015-2016 Financials Good Beginnings of Central Vermont 2015-2016 Annual Report

21%


Mindy Parisi, Interim President Sara Nevin, Founder Susan Romans, Treasurer Chelsea Blackwell Barbara Butler Kristen Gadbois Molly Gleason Sara Korrow Sam Markevich

Board of Directors

Staff Executive Director Gretchen Elias Program Director Lauriana Campanile Program Assistant Ashley Roy

A Message from the - Good Beginnings Central Vermont€¦ · A Message from the Executive Director 174 River St, Montpelier VT 05602 1 Good Beginnings of Central Vermont 2015-2016

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