New Video Shows Real Hope in Action

A new video produced by the United Way of CT shows how CHR and other nonprofits are meeting the needs of our communities in the aftermath of the pandemic. CHR’s portion starts about one minute and 20 seconds into this brief video and shows how 211 connects callers in crisis with CHR’s Mobile Crisis Response Team. Similar to the situation in the video, experienced, trained clinicians on CHR’s Adult and Child Crisis Teams are here for the community 24/7 to help individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies with resources, support a...[More]

New Video Shows Real Hope in Action

A new video produced by the United Way of CT shows how CHR and other nonprofits are meeting the needs of our communities in the aftermath of the pandemic. CHR’s portion starts about one minute and 20 seconds into this brief video and shows how 211 connects callers in crisis with CHR’s Mobile Crisis Response Team. Similar to the situation in the video, experienced, trained clinicians on CHR’s Adult and Child Crisis Teams are here for the community 24/7 to help individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies with resources, support a...[More]

CHR Meets with Congressman Joe Courtney

Community Health Resources (CHR) was delighted to meet with Congressman Joe Courtney recently to discuss the behavioral healthcare needs of children, families and adults in eastern Connecticut. As always, we appreciate Congressman Courtney’s commitment to improving access to care throughout the district. Pictured in the photo from left to right: Maureen McGuire, CHR Senior Vice President for Advancement; Eliza Patterson, CHR Development & Communications Associate; Congressman Joe Courtney; and Heather Gates, CHR President and CEO The post CH...[More]

CHR Meets with Congressman Joe Courtney

Community Health Resources (CHR) was delighted to meet with Congressman Joe Courtney recently to discuss the behavioral healthcare needs of children, families and adults in eastern Connecticut. As always, we appreciate Congressman Courtney’s commitment to improving access to care throughout the district. Pictured in the photo from left to right: Maureen McGuire, CHR Senior Vice President for Advancement; Eliza Patterson, CHR Development & Communications Associate; Congressman Joe Courtney; and Heather Gates, CHR President and CEO The post CH...[More]

CHR OPERATIONAL HOURS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2023

On Tuesday, March 14, all offices will be closed except for essential services. Remote work will be expected in place of in-person meetings. We are so thankful to those who cover these essential programs and other operations. CHR Staff: If you have any questions, please reach out to your supervisor about program coverage.   The post CHR OPERATIONAL HOURS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2023 appeared first on CHR....[More]

CHR OPERATIONAL HOURS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2023

On Tuesday, March 14, all offices will be closed except for essential services. Remote work will be expected in place of in-person meetings. We are so thankful to those who cover these essential programs and other operations. CHR Staff: If you have any questions, please reach out to your supervisor about program coverage.   The post CHR OPERATIONAL HOURS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2023 appeared first on CHR....[More]

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Concedes Defeat After Taking 3rd Place in Reelection Effort – First C

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has conceded defeat after coming in third place in the election.  Lightfoot makes history as the first Chicago mayor in 40-years to lose her first effort at reelection. (CHICAGO) — Mayor Lori Lightfoot conceded defeat Tuesday night, ending her efforts for a second term and setting the stage for Cook County […] The post Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Concedes Defeat After Taking 3rd Place in Reelection Effort � First Chicago Mayor in 40 Years to Lose Reelection appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: ...[More]

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Concedes Defeat After Taking 3rd Place in Reelection Effort – First C

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has conceded defeat after coming in third place in the election.  Lightfoot makes history as the first Chicago mayor in 40-years to lose her first effort at reelection. (CHICAGO) — Mayor Lori Lightfoot conceded defeat Tuesday night, ending her efforts for a second term and setting the stage for Cook County […] The post Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Concedes Defeat After Taking 3rd Place in Reelection Effort � First Chicago Mayor in 40 Years to Lose Reelection appeared first on The Last Refuge. Re Posted From: ...[More]

True Black History Museum Exhibit Presents to CHR

It was such a privilege for Community Health Resources (CHR) to partner with the True Black History Museum on February 27 in honor of Black History Month. The event featured a presentation led by Fred Saffold, activist and founder of the True Black History Museum, and an exhibit titled “A Tribute to the African-American Journey,” featuring over 150 artifacts, and includes original documents from historic figures such Martin Luther King Jr., Mary McLeod Bethune, Booker T. Washington, Rosa Parks, George Washington Carver, Angela Davis, Presid...[More]

True Black History Museum Exhibit Presents to CHR

It was such a privilege for Community Health Resources (CHR) to partner with the True Black History Museum on February 27 in honor of Black History Month. The event featured a presentation led by Fred Saffold, activist and founder of the True Black History Museum, and an exhibit titled “A Tribute to the African-American Journey,” featuring over 150 artifacts, and includes original documents from historic figures such Martin Luther King Jr., Mary McLeod Bethune, Booker T. Washington, Rosa Parks, George Washington Carver, Angela Davis, Presid...[More]

True Black History Museum Exhibit Presents to CHR

It was such a privilege for Community Health Resources (CHR) to partner with the True Black History Museum on February 27 in honor of Black History Month. The event featured a presentation led by Fred Saffold, activist and founder of the True Black History Museum, and an exhibit titled “A Tribute to the African-American Journey,” featuring over 150 artifacts, and includes original documents from historic figures such Martin Luther King Jr., Mary McLeod Bethune, Booker T. Washington, Rosa Parks, George Washington Carver, Angela Davis, Presid...[More]

True Black History Museum Exhibit Presents to CHR

It was such a privilege for Community Health Resources (CHR) to partner with the True Black History Museum on February 27 in honor of Black History Month. The event featured a presentation led by Fred Saffold, activist and founder of the True Black History Museum, and an exhibit titled “A Tribute to the African-American Journey,” featuring over 150 artifacts, and includes original documents from historic figures such Martin Luther King Jr., Mary McLeod Bethune, Booker T. Washington, Rosa Parks, George Washington Carver, Angela Davis, Presid...[More]

CHR Operational Hours for Tuesday, February 28, 2023

In preparation for the snowstorm, CHR will be modifying its operational hours for Tuesday, February 28, 2023. CHR will operate remotely until 11 a.m. and offices will open for in-person services starting at 11 a.m. In the event that the weather overnight proves to be more substantial than currently predicted, we will post further modifications to our operations tomorrow morning. A few notes to all CHR staff: All essential staff must report for work. We are so thankful to those who cover these essential programs and other operations. If you have...[More]

CHR Operational Hours for Tuesday, February 28, 2023

In preparation for the snowstorm, CHR will be modifying its operational hours for Tuesday, February 28, 2023. CHR will operate remotely until 11 a.m. and offices will open for in-person services starting at 11 a.m. In the event that the weather overnight proves to be more substantial than currently predicted, we will post further modifications to our operations tomorrow morning. A few notes to all CHR staff: All essential staff must report for work. We are so thankful to those who cover these essential programs and other operations. If you have...[More]

Epic Steam Train Half Marathon is Right Around the Corner!

March 25 Event will Support Behavioral Healthcare Services at CHR as well as the Deep River Volunteer Fire Department, Essex Library and The Nest/A Little Compassion Inc. CHR’s Steam Train Half Marathon and Relay, one of the only half marathons in the world that “races” a steam train, will lead runners from across the country through Essex and Deep River on Saturday, March 25. Community Health Resources (CHR), the state’s most comprehensive, nonprofit behavioral healthcare agency, will be the main beneficiary of the event, and proceeds ...[More]

Epic Steam Train Half Marathon is Right Around the Corner!

March 25 Event will Support Behavioral Healthcare Services at CHR as well as the Deep River Volunteer Fire Department, Essex Library and The Nest/A Little Compassion Inc. CHR’s Steam Train Half Marathon and Relay, one of the only half marathons in the world that “races” a steam train, will lead runners from across the country through Essex and Deep River on Saturday, March 25. Community Health Resources (CHR), the state’s most comprehensive, nonprofit behavioral healthcare agency, will be the main beneficiary of the event, and proceeds ...[More]

Establishing a routine for kids promotes mental, physical and emotional wellbeing! Watch to learn mo

101 Reward Ideas for Kids You may be feeling you get stuck always offering the same few rewards to your child. This list of reward ideas may help you with the task: Edible Reward Ideas: Ice Cream Sundaes Bake Donuts Let your child choose their favorite breakfast cereal Bake a Cake Your child can choose a restaurant for dinner Pick up some Hot Cocoa at the local coffee shop Tiny Candies Let them choose/pack their own lunch for school Add sprinkles to their peanut butter toast Visit a sweet shop Make cinnamon rolls Candy Bar Cocoa Bombs Make Ric...[More]

Establishing a routine for kids promotes mental, physical and emotional wellbeing! Watch to learn mo

101 Reward Ideas for Kids You may be feeling you get stuck always offering the same few rewards to your child. This list of reward ideas may help you with the task: Edible Reward Ideas: Ice Cream Sundaes Bake Donuts Let your child choose their favorite breakfast cereal Bake a Cake Your child can choose a restaurant for dinner Pick up some Hot Cocoa at the local coffee shop Tiny Candies Let them choose/pack their own lunch for school Add sprinkles to their peanut butter toast Visit a sweet shop Make cinnamon rolls Candy Bar Cocoa Bombs Make Ric...[More]

New Year, New Opportunities!

It All Starts with CHR’s Job Fair: Thursday, Jan. 12 in Windsor Ready for a new opportunity working at a Top Workplace focused on helping children, families and adults whose lives have been touched by mental illness, addiction and trauma? Community Health Resources (CHR), the state’s most comprehensive nonprofit behavioral healthcare agency, is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, Jan. 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in its main office at 2 Waterside Crossing, Suite 401, in Windsor. During the Job Fair, you can learn about a variety of openings f...[More]

New Year, New Opportunities!

It All Starts with CHR’s Job Fair: Thursday, Jan. 12 in Windsor Ready for a new opportunity working at a Top Workplace focused on helping children, families and adults whose lives have been touched by mental illness, addiction and trauma? Community Health Resources (CHR), the state’s most comprehensive nonprofit behavioral healthcare agency, is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, Jan. 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in its main office at 2 Waterside Crossing, Suite 401, in Windsor. During the Job Fair, you can learn about a variety of openings f...[More]