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"Combat veterans aren't the only ones affected by PTSD"

By Benjamin Wright, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Grace Cottage Family Health As appeared in the Brattleboro Reformer, October 9, 2015 Most people think of combat veterans when they hear the words “Post Traumatic Stress Disorder,” or PTSD. The more we learn about PTSD, however, the more we realize that it affects people from all walks of life. This […]

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The Catherine N. Stratton Reception Area

Catherine N. Stratton Reception Area

Catherine (“Kay”) N. Stratton’s family was so appreciative of the many decades of care given to her by Grace Cottage and Dr. Robert Backus that they wanted to link these names in perpetuity.

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A Gracious Entrance for One’s Beloved – in honor of Sheila B. Friedli

Sheila B Friedli

Ernie Friedli of Windham made a very generous donation for a new entrance at Grace Cottage in thanks for the wonderful care that his beloved wife, Sheila, received from all the staff and especially from Dr. Timothy Shafer, during her life. “Since the day that Sheila died at Grace Cottage in December, 2014, I have had the feeling that her spirit is still here, and only here,” said Ernie.

“We met when she was 11 and we were married for more than 62 years. She was my soulmate and I wanted to do something special to memorialize her.

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I am Grace Cottage: Jane Cyr

This week’s featured employee is Jane Cyr. Come say hello to Jane in person at the Messenger Valley Pharmacy!  Check back each week for the next profile in the “I am Grace Cottage” series.

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Patient Story: "I Want To Walk At Graduation"

Celine Rollins is a sunny, 16-year-old senior at Leland & Gray High School. She loves horseback riding and skiing. Her smile and her giggle are infectious. She simply lights up a room when she enters. Celine also has cerebral palsy, a chronic condition that affects communication between the brain and the muscles. To bring her […]

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