Lamoille Community House

06/11/2026

For those experiencing homelessness, it's important to stay hydrated and seek out cooling centers, for example, the Morristown Centennial Library tomorrow and Saturday. People often underestimate the heat in Vermont, and also the humidity, which will be quite high over the next few days. High humidity means that your body will have a harder time regulating your temperature outdoors!

The heat and and humidity is here! Early in the summer, during these first hot and humid days we are not acclimated to the heat like we are later in the season. With the NWS HeatRisk, the risk of heat-related impacts are provided on a town by town basis: we encourage you to check out the interactive map at https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/heatrisk/.

06/11/2026

Multiple members of our team attended the Lamoille Housing Summit at JCOGs this Tuesday including Executive Director Kim Anetsberger, Director of Development and Communications Nate Beyer and Director of Operations and Services Nicole Chauvin.

Kim spoke on a panel about stigma and our systems of care. Here's a quote from the linked article:

Kim Anetsberger, executive director of the Lamoille Community House, said stigma around homelessness and poverty remains one of the deepest barriers.

“Our society has taught us that people in poverty are less valuable,” Anetsberger said, adding that it “actively works to dehumanize people in our systems.”

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How are you making a difference to de-stigmatize homelessness? We all have a role in changing the narrative. Let us know in the comments what you have found is helpful in creating meaningful conversations that are rooted in seeing people living in poverty as real human beings.

Housing developers, service providers, faith leaders and local officials gathered in Stowe last week to tackle one of Lamoille County’s most persistent challenges: finding ways to create more housing and

06/05/2026

Today's podcast was recorded on a very auspicious occasion: the day Jimmy signed a lease on an apartment after years of being in and out of shelters and living on the streets.

In this episode, Jimmy talks about his early years in a family that struggled with alcohol abuse, then found love and loss, homelessness and addiction, and, ultimately, recovery., and the work it takes to get there.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0GvgUfJN1Lb3mCNkcRqP0O?si=qT2FvYa4QFOUn6h8KPiyaA

Support our Podcast on Buy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/LamoilleCommunityHouse

06/05/2026

The many faces of International Doughnut Day! Confused doughnut face, angry doughnut face— our folks have them all! After a busy week, we like to treat staff to something sweet! What better than a doughnut on its international day!

05/29/2026

Thank you to the Red Clover Kids at the Lanpher Memorial Library in Hyde Park! They made and sold cards to benefit the Waterbury shelter-- and raised over $250 to benefit the Waterbury Family Shelter!!

05/27/2026

Are you looking for a position that truly serves your community? Do you have experience managing a team of employees and working with families? Our Shelter Manager position at the Waterbury Family Shelter might be just the right job for you!

We are looking for a strong candidate to help us run the Waterbury Family Shelter! Interested or know someone who might be a good fit? Check out the full job description on indeed at: https://www.indeed.com/job/shelter-manager-family-homeless-shelter-3de991d0d29f3503

05/26/2026

Lamoille Community House would like to honor the life and legacy of Roger Nicholls — a founding member of LCH, former board treasurer, and someone who believed deeply in this organization and its mission.

Roger dedicated years of service to helping guide LCH through its early days. He advocated for the organization in the community, gave countless hours of his time, and helped ensure the organization remained strong and sustainable as it grew from a small seasonal shelter into the year-round organization it is today.

More than anything, Roger believed in people. He believed in this work, in the importance of community, and in the idea that no one should have to face hardship alone.

As treasurer, Roger cared deeply about the fiscal health of the organization, so it was no surprise to see a link to donate to LCH in his honor on his obituary page. Even then, Roger was still finding ways to support the work and the community he cared so much about.

This photo and quote are from 2021 when we showcased everyone on our team by doing board, volunteer, and staff spotlights. Roger believed in our ability to solve whatever problem was thrown our way, and he was right! Throughout the years, we faced challenges but stayed strong in our beliefs and mission, resulting in our growth and our ability to serve so many more people.

Thank you, Roger, for your years of service, your encouragement, and for always believing in us. Your impact on this organization and community will not be forgotten.

To read Roger's obituary, follow this link: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/roger-nicholls-obituary?id=61390538

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

We've got more good news here at LCH! We have two people moving into an apartment together! We love to see people create bonds and have creative solutions to finding stable housing, we're so proud of these hard working folks!

They need a little bit of help to settle into their new place and that's where you come in! Got any of these household items and furniture kicking around that you don't need anymore? Let us know, we'll give them a new home!

Here's what we are looking for to complete their home:
-Twin Bedframe
-Dresser
-Kitchen Table and chairs
-Hangers
-Toaster
-Coffee maker
-Pots/pans/silverware/plates/bowls
-Trashcan/bags
-Paper towels
-Cleaning supplies
-Shower curtain
-Dresser bureau
-A/C

Email Nicole at [email protected] to arrange pick up or drop off. Thank you!