Vermont Catholic Charities

06/05/2026

Yesterday, Vermont Catholic Charities Executive Director Mary Beth Pinard proudly recognized two outstanding St. Joseph Kervick Residence employees who were honored at the Vermont Health Care Association Annual Meeting for their exceptional service in residential care.

🎉 Congratulations to:

🔹 Patrick Noonan, Maintenance Supervisor
🔹 Patricia Morrison, Cook

06/02/2026

Please join us in welcoming Brook Wright M.A., to the Vermont Catholic Charities Counseling Practice! Brooke is a part-time pre-licensed clinician at Vermont Catholic Charities. Brooke graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville with a B.S. in Mental Health and Human Services and a minor in Anthropology and earned an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Vermont State University. She has experience working within school systems alongside youth and young adults, while also enjoying work with adults and older adults. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and respectful, with the goal of helping clients feel safe, understood, and empowered in their healing and growth and she considers it a privilege to walk alongside individuals as they pursue healing, connection, and fuller living.
Brooke is now accepting new clients. To schedule an appointment, please call 802-658-6111.
Welcome to the team, Brooke!

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

CCUSA welcomes Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, released today. “With Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo XIV has presented our church and our world with an invaluable ethical and spiritual framework for thoughtfully approaching powerful new technologies,” said Catholic Charities USA President and CEO Kerry Alys Robinson. Across the Catholic Charities network, we look forward to deeply reading and reflecting on this new encyclical and applying its teachings to our work serving our neighbors in need around the United States.”

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05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day from Vermont Catholic Charities. Today we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who have served and continue to serve. Your courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

05/22/2026

A huge thank you to our amazing volunteers for hosting such a fabulous pizza party today at Michaud Memorial Manor! Residents and staff had a wonderful time and truly appreciate your kindness, generosity, and the joy you brought to everyone’s day. Thank you for making such special memories with us!

05/19/2026

Today, Michaud Memorial Manor welcomed two groups of very special guests!

The 2nd Grade class from Newport Elementary brought smiles, Bingo fun, and a special birthday greeting to one of our beloved residents.

We were also treated to wonderful performances by students from the Human Services classes at North Country Career Center, who choreographed and performed some of our residents’ favorite songs — bringing joy to residents and staff alike. 🎶

Many thanks to both schools for the time, kindness, and care they have shared throughout this school year. Intergenerational connections like these truly brighten our community!

05/18/2026

Please join us in welcoming Shawn Bohac, M.A., to the Vermont Catholic Charities Counseling Practice!

Shawn is a full-time pre-licensed clinician at Vermont Catholic Charities. He holds a Master of Arts in Clinical-Counseling Psychology from Saint Michael’s College, a Master of Arts in Theology from Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Kentucky.

Shawn utilizes an integrative and client-centered approach to counseling, drawing on evidence-based practices to support clients across a range of concerns. His clinical work is grounded in authenticity, compassion, and respect for the dignity and lived experience of each person. He believes healing often begins within a relationship marked by honesty, compassion, safety, and genuine human connection. Shawn strives to create a safe and collaborative therapeutic space where individuals can explore challenges, deepen self-understanding, and move toward meaningful growth and healing.

Shawn has experience working with individuals across the lifespan, from adolescents to older adults, as well as couples. He supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, faith-related concerns, and many other life experiences.

Outside of his clinical work, Shawn enjoys reading, cycling, hiking, and spending time outdoors throughout Vermont’s beautiful changing seasons.

Shawn is now accepting new clients. To schedule an appointment, please call 802-658-6111.

Welcome to the team, Shawn!

05/15/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Vermont Catholic Charities wants to remind you: you are not alone. Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet too many people struggle in silence or feel unsure where to turn for help. Our clinicians are here to listen, support, and help you navigate life’s challenges with compassion and care.

At Vermont Catholic Charities, we believe everyone deserves support, healing, and hope — no matter your background, beliefs, or circumstances. Asking for help is a sign of strength.

If you or someone you know could use support, visit our website to learn more and take the first step toward care.

05/13/2026

Residents at St. Joseph’s enjoyed a special pre-Mother’s Day celebration on Saturday! They learned that Mother’s Day officially became a holiday by presidential proclamation in 1914, enjoyed juice and cookies, and took part in a raffle where one lucky resident won a white teddy bear. To make the weekend even more special, residents also received beautiful carnations on Sunday.