by WRVT | Jan 27, 2022 | Blog, Prevention/Health Info
Let’s be real—it’s a hard time for resolutions and changing unwanted habits. The stressors of the pandemic leave us all reaching for coping mechanisms that aren’t always healthy. However, New Year’s resolutions do not have to be lofty. They can even aim at reducing a...
by WRVT | Dec 14, 2021 | Blog, Prevention/Health Info
The holidays can be one of the most joyous times of the year. Now that many of us are fully vaccinated, we will be able to reunite this season making it even more special after years apart. However, it is important to remember that if we are hosting a family gathering...
by WRVT | Aug 31, 2021 | Blog, Prevention/Health Info
Seven years ago grassroot efforts in Middlesex, Montpelier, and Brandon led to their communities choosing to recognize the benefits of having smoke-free spaces and events. All of these communities found success in designating a variety of city parks, town greens,and...
by WRVT | Jul 20, 2021 | Blog, Prevention/Health Info
I don’t think I have ever been more grateful to live in Vermont than I have over the last year! I, like many other people, found myself struggling with heightened levels of worry, stress and anxiety during the pandemic. Fortunately for me, getting out in nature has...
by WRVT | May 25, 2021 | Blog, Prevention/Health Info
With the passing of ACT 164, regulated cannabis is going to be a reality for many Vermont communities. In fact, here in Windham county Jamaica and Brattleboro have both voted to opt-in to regulated cannabis. While the mid-2022 rollout of retail cannabis will make...
by WRVT | Mar 26, 2021 | Announcements, Events/Activities, Prevention/Health Info
Mark your Calendars for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Saturday, April 24th! West River Valley Thrives invites our community members to take part in this national campaign to curb the opioid epidemic and end prescription drug abuse. Take-Back day is...
