The Haven’s Turkey Day is one of the most wonderful days of the year Visitor or volunteer, Turkey Day is a universally loved event at the Upper Valley Haven. Held annually since 2010, it takes place from 9 a.m. to noon on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. […]
The days are shorter and colder. What’s a person to do when we can’t play outside for fitness? Our neighbors at Upper Valley Aquatic Center have a slew of free, online workout videos. Whether you are looking for yoga, flexibility, […]
Do you get confused about mindfulness and meditation? That’s not surprising, sometimes people use the words interchangeably. Here is an article that helps explains the differences and why both are valuable. 5 Differences Between Mindfulness and Meditation
Pumpkin & Chickpea Hot Pot From Nigella Lawson. With a bit of red Thai curry paste, some cans of garbanzo beans and coconut milk, regular pumpkin is turned into an aromatic hot pot that can be served as a mildly […]
Let’s talk about healthy eating downfalls. For me, my biggest downfall when I’m trying to eat clean is the snack table at work! The key to being nourished and happy on the job is to make sure I prepare in […]
The Journey from Religious to Secular Organization The Haven was founded by five Christian churches in 1981. Its religious underpinnings were apparent in many aspects of early Haven life, both symbolic and operational. Meetings of the Board began with a […]
The Haven will host its annual Turkey Day & Flu Clinic as a drive-thru event on Saturday, November 20th at Hartford High School from 9 am to 12 noon. Each household will receive a turkey and sides after registering with […]
Thanks to support from the Haven, a client is starting a new chapter in life Amy L. was a single mom, fresh out a bad relationship and living in a camper that wasn’t winterized. “Cold weather was coming, and I […]
Executive Director Sara Kobylenski oversaw tremendous growth Sara Kobylenski, the Haven’s first Executive Director, led the organization from 2009 to 2018—and a lot happened in those nine years. For starters, the staff expanded from nine to 48 and the budget […]
Supportive Housing helps people meet their goals Each year, the Haven helps many people who have experienced chronic homelessness find housing. That’s great. But can they stay housed? What if they have trouble holding down a job or have never […]