April 2026 Newsletter 

This May, during Mental Health Awareness Month, Vermont businesses are coming together to raise awareness and funds that will support our programs and services. 

We are so thrilled to be partnering with some incredible local businesses that will host special events and promotions, with proceeds benefiting Pathways Vermont.

Please see below for a full list of participating businesses. 

We also wanted to extend our sincerest appreciation to our current sponsors: Community Bank, The Kinney Drugs Foundation, National Life Group, Pacto Medical, Blind Tiger, University of Vermont Health, Joy of Home, NorthCountry Federal Credit Union, and Northwestern Medical Center. These wonderful sponsors are helping to shape this event, and we are so grateful for their support.

Our Community Breakfast Fundraiser is coming up in just a few weeks on May 20th!

This one-hour breakfast gathering will bring Pathways Vermont’s work to life and highlight our mission and impact. It will be a meaningful way to connect more deeply with our organization.

If you are interested in attending, please reach out to [email protected].

We would love to see you there!

As part of our A Movement for Mental Health fundraiser in May, we are excited to partner with the Vermont Comedy Club for their Good Clean Fun show. Half of all proceeds from the show will benefit Pathways Vermont!

Come out on May 9th for an interactive and FUN improvised comedy show for the whole family!

"In the tradition of "Whose Line is it, Anyway," our troupe takes suggestions from the audience, involves audience volunteers, and brings its signature high-energy, spontaneous show to the VCC stage for kids of all ages."

Buy your tickets now, and look out for us at the door of the show! We look forward to connecting with you.

We are thrilled to partner with Club Pilates Williston for the third year in a row for A Movement for Mental Health!

As a thank-you for supporting Pathways Vermont, they are rewarding donations with studio perks. For Club Pilates Williston members who donate to Pathways Vermont on May 19th or 20th, 4-pack and 8-pack members will earn a bonus class credit, and Unlimited members will receive a $20 account credit.

Just show your donation confirmation email at the front desk to claim your reward! 

Support A Movement for Mental Health by grabbing a tasty bite in Burlington!

Piesanos will be donating 15% of all direct sales on May 9th to Pathways Vermont.

Whether you dine in or grab takeout, it's a wonderful way to support our mission and programs. 

May 31st | 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Brandon Yoga Center
1340 Grove Street
Brandon, VT 05733

Join Judit, Certified Yoga Teacher and Natural Health Coach at the Brandon Yoga Center, on May 31st for a Somatic Yoga Workshop. 

Somatic Yoga is an intuitive, body-led movement practice that helps you reconnect with your body’s wisdom through sensation, expression, and nervous system regulation.

Whether you’re new to yoga or have years of experience, this new practice is simple, effective, and easy to integrate into daily life.

Please follow the button below to reserve your spot today.

This workshop is donation-based, and all proceeds support Pathways Vermont!

Holiday Gift Baskets in 2017

Every journey is unique, and the stories of our alumni continue to inspire us every day. We recently chatted with Kristina, who shared some wonderful updates about her life since working at Pathways Vermont.

What are you up to these days?

I finished medical school at UVM in 2022 and then moved to NYC to do residency. 

It was a big change, but I've learned so much and really liked learning more about serving urban vulnerable populations after my experiences with the challenges of rural vulnerable populations. There are a lot of differences, but also a lot of similarities! 

I finished residency in July 2025 and am now finishing my fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Care. Once I graduate from my fellowship this summer, I'll be starting an inpatient palliative care job at Harlem Hospital, the only safety net hospital in Harlem and part of NYC's Health+Hospitals system. 

What do you remember most from your time at Pathways?

Being in the community center! I loved spending time with the community members and staff. We did puzzles, talked about astrology, and had coffee and tea - it was so lovely!

Kristina and LuLu

Did anything from that experience stick with you or shape what you’re doing now?

Pathways has shaped so much of what I'm doing! Ever since being at Pathways, I knew I needed to work somewhere that serves vulnerable populations. That's why I took a job working at one of New York's public hospitals. During my fellowship year, I've been able to spend time with the SHOW van team at Bellevue Hospital, who provide medical care and support to patients experiencing street homelessness. I was also able to go to Riker's Island to learn more about healthcare in the carceral setting,and Bellevue's reentry clinic for individuals coming back into the community after incarceration. I've had the opportunity to do a case with the Medical Justice Alliance, which helps support medical parole for incarcerated patients with serious illnesses or who are nearing the end of life. I'm really passionate about improving the illness and end-of-life experience for patients experiencing homelessness and incarcerated/recently incarcerated patients. Pathways definitely ignited this passion in me, and it's continued through my medical training! 

Is there a specific moment or connection you made at Pathways that still makes you smile?  

There were a couple of community members I saw at the community center, and I also saw them once I was in medical school at our "Here to Help" clinic, which we held every month downtown. It was really nice to be able to continue those relationships even when I couldn't volunteer as much. 

Any advice for current staff?

Try to keep your compassion and ability to see the good in people wherever you go! It can be hard sometimes in our current world, but my time at Pathways really reminds me to stay committed to this. 

What’s something outside of work that’s bringing you joy?

My partner, Zak, and my 10-year-old dog, LuLu! I adopted LuLu as a 1-year-old when I was volunteering at the community center. Time flies! 

Are you a Pathways alumni and want to share your "Where Are They Now?" story with us? Please contact Ashley at [email protected].

As Vermont's newest Peer Respite, we are excited to welcome our broader community to gather after our first year of being open!

Join us for light refreshments, a photo slideshow, and a chance to connect with our staff! 

This meet-and-greet takes place on Saturday, May 23rd, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Community Room at the South Burlington Library (180 Market Street, South Burlington). 

Questions? Reach out to [email protected] or (888) 492-8818 ext 9 with any questions

Please join us in welcoming home 14 Vermonters in March and April, thanks to our Permanent Supportive Housing teams in counties across the state. 

The Permanent Supportive Housing program immediately ends homelessness by supporting individuals and families to locate independent apartments in the community.

Pathways Vermont provides innovative mental health services and collaborative learning that foster choice, connection, and community.

Your donation today will make a positive impact on the lives of Vermonters across the state!

We are so grateful to each and everyone who supports Pathways Vermont. Your dedication to our mission is transforming lives. Thank you!