NewStory Center

06/01/2026

June is Pride Month, and it’s an important reminder that every survivor deserves to feel safe, supported, and respected.

No matter your gender or identity, you deserve to be heard and treated with care. No one should have to face abuse, violence, or fear alone.

Confidential support is here for survivors in Rutland County, and you do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out.

Contact our 24/7 crisis line at (802)-775-3232 or visit www.nscvt.org.

05/25/2026

In recognition of Memorial Day, the NewStory Center office will be closed on Monday, May 25.

This day is a time to honor and remember the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

If you need immediate assistance, the 24/7 crisis will be available by calling (802) 775-3232.

Wishing you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️

05/24/2026

When someone you care about has experienced trauma, it’s not always easy to know what to say or do.

What matters most is how you show up.

🔸 Listen without interrupting or trying to fix things
🔸 Avoid questions or comments that place blame
🔸 Respect their privacy and let them share at their own pace
🔸 Remind them that support is available whenever they’re ready

You don’t have to have all the answers. Being present, patient, and supportive can make a meaningful difference.

If you or someone you know needs support, NewStory Center is here to help. Our 24/7 crisis line is available at (802)-775-3232.

05/13/2026

Trauma-informed support means putting people first.

It means creating a space where you feel safe, where you’re treated with respect, and where your voice matters.

It looks like:

🔸 Safety, both physical and emotional
🔸 Trust and transparency in every interaction
🔸 Choice in what steps you take, and when
🔸 Collaboration, not pressure
🔸 Empowerment as you move forward

At NewStory Center, support is always offered without judgment or expectations. You are in control of your story, and we’re here to walk alongside you.

Connect with our team at (802)-775-3232 or by visiting www.nscvt.org.

05/07/2026

💙 National Nurses Week Appreciation 💙

During , NewStory Center proudly recognizes and thanks the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) at Rutland Regional Medical Center.

Your compassion, skill, and unwavering commitment provide survivors with dignity, safety, and expert care during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Your work is critical—not only to healing, but to justice and hope.

Thank you for standing with survivors and for all you do, every day. 💙

05/05/2026

Join us for support group this month!

05/01/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize how deeply trauma can affect every part of a person’s life.

It can show up in emotional, physical, and mental ways, sometimes long after the experience itself.

If you’re feeling the impact of trauma, you’re not alone, and there is nothing weak about reaching out for support. It’s a strong and meaningful step forward.

We’re here to listen and support you at (802)-775 -3232 or at www.nscvt.org.

04/30/2026

Sexual Assault Awareness Month may end today, but our work continues every day.

At NewStory Center, we remain committed to believing survivors, providing compassionate support, and advocating for a community free from sexual violence. Thank you for standing with us this month—and for continuing to show up beyond April.

📞 Help is available by calling our 24/7 crisis hotline at (802) 775-3232. You don’t have to go through this alone.

04/27/2026

An update on the sweet little squirrel...
Thank you to Monty's House Wildlife Rehabilitation and Wild on Blissville.

Even the tiniest among us need love, care, and friendship🧡🐿💜

It often takes a village, and this intake's journey to Monty's House is an embodiment of a caring village.

Rehabber, Cheri, with Wild on Blissville reached out last Wednesday evening about a little girl squirrel that was found alone and presenting herself looking for help to the staff at NewStory Center in Rutland. The kind staff brought the sweet squirrel to Cheri since she was working just a couple of buildings down from their facility. Cheri offered to care for the little squirrel overnight, but had no squirrels in rehab at that time, and I had a certain little dude, Gary, who had just opened his eyes who I knew would be happy to have a pal.

Thanks to amazing transporter, Avi, this squirrel girl secured a ride bright and early Thursday morning. She was on the small side and a bit skinny, weighing only 99 grams, however, in a few short days, with some good food and formula, lots of rest, and a new friend in Gary, she is tipping the scales today at 122 grams!!

And, little did this little one know, but she will soon be famous, as I taped an episode of Outdoor Secrets Unwrapped TV Show on Saturday, and she made a brief appearance during the second segment where I talk about what to do should you come upon orphaned wildlife, how to tell by species if a little is orphaned, and reunification strategies for situations where parents are nearby.

This little girl, named Laurie by the staff at NewStory, is better for the kindness of many folks, and I want to again thank Cheri for intaking and caring for her overnight, Avi for taking the time to transport her here, and the staff at NewStory for caring to reach out for help for her, and for the generous collective donation made for her care. Welcome to Monty's House, Laurie 🩶

04/25/2026

Awareness is where it starts, but action is what creates change.

This month, there are simple ways you can support survivors in our community.

🔸Make a donation to help fund critical services like emergency shelter, advocacy, and emotional support
🔸Share our resources with someone who may need support, now or in the future

Every action, big or small, helps ensure survivors in Rutland County have a safe place to turn.

If you or someone you know needs support, we’re here to listen at www.nscvt.org or through our 24/7 crisis line at (802) 775-3232.