The journey to here... - Riverbend Community Mental Health

Celebrating
The journey to here...
50 Years
Celebrating 50 years of compassionate support
2013 Honor Roll of Donors
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Celebrating
50 Years
Governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, Riverbend is a private not-for-profit organization organized to meet the
mental health needs of individuals and families living in Central New Hampshire. Services are provided annually to
8,000+ people—children, families, and adults. Riverbend is one of the area’s largest employers, with a staff of 311
and an annual operating budget of $22 million.
Our Board of Directors
Valerie Acres, Chair
John Bassi, MD
Peg Blume
David Cawley
Michel E. Couret, DDS
Judith Dodge
John F. Duval
Susan Fox
John H. Hastings
Randy Hayes, MD, Vice Chair
Sheila Johnson
Karen A. Levchuk
Meg Miller, Secretary
Jill Savage
Donald Shumway
Sharon E. Sweet
Ex Officio
Peter Evers, LICSW – President/CEO
Robert P. Steigmeyer, President, Concord Hospital
Senior Management Team
Peter Evers, LICSW – President/CEO
Bret W. Longgood, Senior Vice President/COO
Allan M. Moses, Senior Vice President /CFO
Angela Greene, Vice President/HR
Agnes Miner, CIO
Robert Murray, MD, Medical Director
50th Anniversary Committee
Valerie Acres
Peter Evers
Betty Eberhart, Co-Chair
Judith Dodge
Gretchen Grappone, Co-Chair
Randy Hayes, MD
Karen A. Levchuk
Allan M. Moses
Jill Savage
Sharon E. Sweet
Riverbend Community Mental Health
PO Box 2032
Concord, NH 03302-2032
603-228-1551
www.riverbendcmhc.org
The journey to here...
It feels very special to be part of Riverbend as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of community-based mental health
services in the Concord area. When reflecting on my own journey in human service work, and being new to this
community, what has consistently stood out for me is the extraordinary leadership, committed staff, and community
support this organization has enjoyed and benefited from since our founding in 1964.
Throughout this document, where we acknowledge and thank this community for your support, you can also
experience some of the milestones that you helped us reach, and trace our journey to here.
If there were a single word that aptly describes the journey we’ve all been on together it would be “change.” From the
very beginning — with the visionary notion of caring for those living with mental illness in the community — we have
experienced change and challenge every step of the way. In the beginning we had no road map to follow, we were
creating a new system, a new social safety net from scratch. Today we have a range of evidence-based
practices to utilize and adapt for our consumers. We know that treatment works.
Systemic change is difficult by definition, and can rarely be accomplished all at once. It is a cyclical process in which
the impact of change on all parts of the whole, and their relationships to one another, must be taken into consideration.
When considering the delivery of mental health services, the systemic change we are, and have been, a part of has
always been a bit revolutionary. It is about reflecting, rethinking, and restructuring on an ongoing basis.
We have come a very long way, but change is at the core of what we do — and change is challenging. The current
challenges we face are at the policy level, and involve how we define and fund mental health services. The
implementation of Medicaid Managed Care and the shift to “Population Health Management,” the lawsuit filed
against the State of New Hampshire for not providing adequate services to those living with mental illness, and
Medicaid Expansion are all shaping our future.
But as we celebrate 50 years of change and challenge, it is also important to celebrate the fact that the journey is
well underway, and that more people and organizations than ever before are actively involved and influencing our
destination. We believe that all of you, our community of supporters, are on this journey with us, and encourage your
continued engagement as together we shape our healthcare future.
Sincerely,
Peter Evers, President & CEO
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1950S
Supporting the mental health challenges of children
Both a national and local discussion is underway about how our nation, state, and community serve individuals living
with mental illness. Locally, early efforts focus on the mental health of children. Betty Eberhart plays a leadership role
in getting this discussion going in Concord, and organizing volunteers to establish a presence in local schools.
There is no staff or budget.
Nationally, the Mental Health Study Act of 1955 eventually provides a clear picture of populations, diagnoses, housing,
and other issues. The report, issued in 1961, became the basis of the Community Mental Health Act of 1963.
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Appreciations
2013 Honor Roll of Donors
We gratefully acknowledge the generosity of all the individuals, families, foundations, businesses, and organizations
listed here. Each gift represents an investment in the mental health and well being of the children, families, and
adults who depend upon our programs and services to help them lead full and rewarding lives. We know that you
recognize the increasingly important role that your philanthropy plays in advancing our mission.
Riverbend Leadership Circle
Investor (up to $99) Partner ($100- $249)
Sustainer ($250 - $499) Leader ($500 - $999)
Pacesetter ($1,000 - $1,749) Innovator
($1,750 - $2,499) Steward ($2,500 - $4,999)
Collaborator ($5,000 - $7,499) Visionary
($7,500 and above)
Our Leadership Circle recognizes those who make cumulative gifts
of $500 or more throughout the calendar year.
Visionary
Gifts are listed for the calendar year 2013.
Every care was taken to be accurate, but if
you discover any mistakes or omissions,
please let us know so that we can make the
necessary corrections. Contact the
Development Office at 603-226-7510 ext.
4334 or [email protected].
Abbie F. Moseley Charitable Trust
Supporting the Riverbend Farm Project at Owen Farm
Arthur Getz Charitable Trust, Citizens Bank, Trustee
Supporting the Child Impact Program for Kids
Boucher Family Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Concord Hospital Trust Community Service Fund
Supporting the Yellow Pod Clinician, InSHAPE, and Co located Services
Granite United Way
Supporting Emergency Services
Health Hero Network, Inc.
Supporting Health Buddy
Healthy Beginnings Endowment
Supporting the Child Impact Program for Kids and Child Parent Psychotherapy
Rolfe and Rumford Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Supporting Parenting Education
early years were such an exciting time to be a
“Those
part of human services work. Our state and nation
were just starting to build the ‘safety nets’ that we all
rely on today.
”
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— Jim Kinhan and Betty Eberhart are two of
our local mental health pioneers. They helped
to shape the organization we now know as
Riverbend. Betty was a founding board member,
volunteer coordinator, and clinician in the early
program for children. Jim was Executive Director
of the new agency from 1964 to 1974.
1960S
Visionary federal legislation sets the stage
On Oct. 31, 1963, President John F. Kennedy signs a bill — The Community Mental Health Center Act — meant to
free many thousands of Americans with mental illnesses from life in institutions. It envisions building 1,500 outpatient mental health centers to offer them community-based care instead.
Concord Mental Health Center opens in 1964, with one social worker/director, one secretary, and an operating
budget of $20,000. Over the next few years the staff grows to over fifty, with an operating budget of over $500,000.
Jim Kinhan serves as the agency’s Executive Director from 1964-1974. He worked closely with Betty Eberhart —
who continues to guide and expand the volunteer effort in local schools, and Dr. Anna Philbrook, who guides the
agency from a clinical perspective, throughout a decade of great change, challenge, and growth.
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Appreciations
Riverbend Leadership Circle
Collaborator
Mr. Duane Scott Hess and Mrs. Jennifer Hess
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kennedy
Dr. Bryce Lambert
Mr. Brian and Dr. Sonya Lee Kelly
Mr. Michael Lehman and Ms. Jan McClure
Melinda Tobie Charitable Trust
Supporting the Children’s Intervention Program
Mary and David Ruedig
Service Credit Union
Supporting the Step Up to Wellness Program
Donna and Bob Stafford
Ms. Sharon E. Sweet
Supporting the Beth Sweet Memorial Fund
Gary and Susie York
William L. Chapman
Grappone Family Foundation Fund
Supporting the Beth Sweet Memorial Fund
Lincoln Financial Foundation
Supporting the Autism Emotional and Social
Enrichment Program
TD Charitable Foundation
Supporting the Child Impact Program for Kids
Steward
Ms. Valerie Acres
Benjamin W. Couch Trust
Supporting the Autism Emotional and Social
Enrichment Program
Peter and Peg Blume
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Supporting the InSHAPE Program
Merrimack County Savings Bank
Supporting Parenting Education and
Rainbow Fund
Town of Hillsborough
Leader
B & J Rosenfield Family Fund
Ms. Joyce Blood
Chris and Steve Caccia
Mr. Patrick Campbell
Ms. Mary Skoby Cowan
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn K. Currie
Ms. Chiara Dolcino
Elvira F. Downs, MD
Ms. Betty B. Eberhart
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
From Robert Kiefner and Patricia Clancy; and Lucy Hodder and Robert Thomson
Human Resources Association of Greater
Concord, NH
Supporting the Vocational Program
Ms. Susan Kennedy
Joyce A. Leeka
Mr. Daniel Luker and Ms. Karen Slick
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald L. Magoon
Meg and Tyson Miller
Allan M. Moses
Betsey & Kurt Rhynhart
Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Rowe
Jeffery and Jill Savage
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Shumway
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Neal and Jackie Stephany
M. Bryan Terry and Robert C. Terry
Unitarian Universalist Church
Binney & Bob Wells
Innovator
Steve and Jane Cohen
Karen A. Levchuk
Ms. Martha McGowan
Supporting the Beth Sweet Memorial Fund
Pacesetter
Bank of New Hampshire
Supporting the Campership for Kids Fund
Philip and Suzanne Boulter
Dave and Becky Cawley
Coit House Fund
Supporting Parenting Education
Concord Female Charitable Society
Supporting the Rainbow Fund for Children
Michel and Nancy Couret
Mr. Anthony D’Amato
Supporting the Beth Sweet Memorial Fund
Finisterre Fund of the New Hampshire
Charitable Foundation
In Memory of Susan Avery Brown
Michael and Andrea Green
Christine C. Hamm
Randy Hayes and Martha Clark
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1970S
Becoming a community mental health center
In the early 1970s, the agency changes its name to Central New Hampshire Community Mental Health Services. The
rapid growth of the agency during this decade is reflected in the expansion of services beyond Concord. New offices
open in Franklin, New London, and Henniker.
Deinstitutionalization of mental health treatment becomes a reality. Between 1950 and 1990, the population at the
NH State Hospital goes from a high of 2,700 to under 300, a decrease of over 90 percent. A significant part of this
transition happens during this decade. To meet the demand for services, there is a concurrent growth in staff
professionalization and training — in all areas of our work.
A strong partnership forms with Concord Hospital and local law enforcement. The agency begins to provide 24/7
emergency services in 1975 and our partnership has been critical to the first- responders in our community ever since.
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Appreciations
Helping to make the community a better and safer place
The following individuals, families, and organizations exemplify the kind of thoughtful and courageous advocacy and
philanthropy that is transforming the culture of our community.
Sustainer
Jordy Cornog
Ms. Chris Cummings
Ms. Patricia C. Dean
Deering Community Church, United Church of Christ
Ms. Carol Delisle
Janet and George DeVito
Mr. Douglas Dolcino
Ms. Barbara Dorfschmidt
Ms. Christine Dubois
Ms. Jean Durgin
Ms. Lisa Eberhart
Mr. and Ms. John Edgar
B.J. Entwisle
Dr. and Mrs. John Estabrook
O.J. and Stella Evangelista
Ms. Cherie Foote
Susan and David Fox
Mr. and Mrs. David French
Give With Liberty
From Ritza Gullo
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Goddard, II
Mr. Herb Goodwin
David and Kris Green
Chris Hallowell and Cindall Morrison
Nancy and Andrew Jaffe
Ms. Sheila Johnson
Bryan and Cynthia Jones
Ken Jue Counsulting
For the InSHAPE Program
Gayle Kimball and Paul Silberman
Harry and Chris Kirsch
Honorable Neal M. and Mrs Kurk
Honorable Sylvia and Mr. Robert Larsen
Kirk and Judith Leoni
Mr. Douglas Lyon
The Maibauer Family
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Marcille
Paula Mattis
James and Susan Milliken
E. Lynn and Agnes Miner
Mark & Edna Mordecai
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Nielsen
Norton Asset Management, Inc.
Mr. and Ms. William J. Oldenburg
Rodney and Carolyn Patenaude
Dr. and Mrs. Norman C. Payson
Ruth and Nick Perencevich
Liza Poinier
Benjamin Pratt and Diane Chauncey
Pamela Puleo and Raymond Goulet
Karl and Cherie Boisvert
Ms. Martha Clark
Ms. Annemarie Dunn
John and Carrie Duval
Philip B. Emma and Luanne Morgan-Emma
Jon and Lucia Evans
Peter Evers
Ms. Samantha Fifield
Dr. and Mrs. Geoff Fitzgerald
Kevin and Angela Greene
Ms. Sheila Guinther, LCMHC
John and Martha Hastings
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Head
Tom and Tammy Jameson
Honorable and Mrs. Harold Janeway
Dr. and Mrs. Dale Klatzker
Ms. Lynn Labrie
Bret W. Longgood
Arin J. Mills
Dr. and Mrs. Douglas J. Moran
Ms. Margaret E. Morrill
Ms. Myla A. Padden
Renaissance Charitable Foundation, Inc., for the Franklin Templeton Charitable Giving Fund
From Dr. Dennis Card and Dr. Maureen McCanty
John and Deborah Richey
Greg and Sally Sargent
Arpiar G. Saunders, Jr. and Jill Blackmer
Dr. Warren Schwartz and Dr. Julie B. Wolter
Ms. Kathleen Sheldon
Mr. Terry R. Smith
Ms. Sara Steiner
Kurt and Elaine Swenson
Partner
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Akey
Ms. Joan Amsden
Ms. Donna Arcand
John and Jadean Barthelmes
Drs. John and Julie Bassi
Dave and Rebecca Bliss
Scott Bryer
Jane & Mark Burke
Ms. Cynthia Castagnino
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Castro
Robert and Sheryl Cheney
Ms. Michelle Chicoine and Mr. David Goldman
Ms. Brenda A. Corey
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1980S
Expansion of services for children, adults, and families
The opening of Pillar House anchors community-based services for adults, and a range of programs are established
to help consumers make the transition from the state hospital to the community. The adult peer support program
receives national recognition, and becomes a model for other communities. The program survives as the “Step Up
to Wellness” program today.
The Internship Program in Professional Psychology is initiated, bringing an emerging generation of professional
psychologists — from across the United States — to our work.
Riverbend Counseling Center opens in Concord, and Parent-Child Centers open in Concord, Franklin, Hillsborough,
Penacook, Pittsfield, and Suncook. The mission-driven commitment to serve the mental health needs of our
community reaches new milestones in all service areas, including a rapidly growing demand for children’s services.
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Appreciations
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey R. Rand
John and Judith Ransmeier
Joe and Donna Raycraft
Mr. and Mrs. Terje Reinertsen
Ms. Nicole Rivers
Mrs. Dianne Rose
Peter and Susan Saviteer
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Schapira
Mr. Robert R. Scott
Ms. Barbara Shea
Michael J. and Virginia Symmes Sheehan
Mr. Brad Smith
Honorable David H. Souter
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
Terry Sturke and Tom Bell
David and Nancy Tanguay
Ms. Joni Terry
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Theroux
Lucy Hodder & Rob Thomson, MD
Scott and Claudia Walker
Matt and Karalyn Warden
Jack and Pat Weeks
Tina Wells
Mr. Jeffrey Wentworth
Hope Zanes-Butterworth
Investor
Ms. Judith Allen
Dr. Hiliary Alvarez and Alex Streeter
Ayer & Goss, Inc.
Percy and Sara Ballantine
Mr. and Ms. Bruce Banks
R C and J C Borton
Monica A. Ciolfi
Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Colt
Concord Food Co-op
Mr. James R. Corcoran
Jaime and Jeremy Corwin
Mr. Peter Daigle
Mr. Wayne Dailey
Mr. Robert Ditman
Deb and Paul Doscher
Ms. Tara Fifield
Ms. Sunshine Fisk
Dan and Carol Goodenough
Carl and Glenna Goodman
Sharon Grant
Ms. Nancy Hacking
D & M Hampton
Ms. Kit Hansen
Doug and Judy Hatfield
Mary Hull
Robert and Gail Johnson
Mr. Donald Kelley
Ray and Suzanne Kelly
Mr. and Ms. David Kelty
Mr. Dragan Kovacevic
Ms. Beth Aime Labonte
Ms. Tina Labonte
Ms. Theresa M. Laderbush
Ms. Starr Manus
Ms. Rebecca Marrs
Mr. Thomas Marsh
Ms. Frances A. McCrea
Ms. Debra J. McDonnell
Dr. and Mrs. Joe Meyer
Ms. Erin O’Connell
Greg and Terry Odell
Honorable Derek and Ruth Owen
Ms. Martha Pearson
Ms. Jackie Picard
Mr. David R. Preve
Ms. Sheryl Reasoner
Jay and Barbara Rosenfield
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Rudolph
Ms. Jodi Scaltreto and Mr. Michael A. Brodsky
Ms. Kimberly A. Schofield
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Seidner
Mrs. Naomi Sherman
Topsy Smith
Ms. Pia Sunderland
Dr. and Mrs. Greg Thesing
United Way of Butler County, PA
Mr. Chris Westerman
Ms. Melinda Wolfe and Mr. Russell Rattray
Jay and Ruth Zax
in a society filled with riches and opportunities
“…forThat
the few, we must never forget the many.
”
— Arpy Saunders, a 2013 Champion for Mental Health, is
pictured here with (l-r) Allan Moses, Riverbend Senior Vice
President and CFO, Arpy’s wife Jill Blackmer, and Valerie
Acres, Board Chair. The words above are from Steven Gordon’s
introduction at the 2013 Rainbow Awards. Arpy Saunders has
influenced a generation of lawyers by example, and through
his years as a UNH law school professor, to stand up and fight
for the rights of the disadvantaged. Among his notable cases
were the Laconia School lawsuits — early victories in the move
toward community-based systems of care.
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1990S
Building strong community partnerships
Riverbend and Capital Region Health Care (Concord Hospital) join forces to most efficiently meet the increasing
demand for services in an atmosphere of diminishing state and federal support. Michael Green, then President &
CEO of Concord Hospital and Capital Region Healthcare, plays a leadership role in maintaining critical mental
health services.
The agency also works closely with Fellowship Housing Opportunities, CATCH, and other community partners to
enhance and expand supported housing options for adults.
To meet the increased demand from area schools and families, the Children’s Intervention Program (ChIP) becomes
the agency’s fastest growing program. Ever-growing partnerships with school administrators, teachers, and other
community organizations serving children and families bring new levels of community integration to our work.
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Appreciations
Tribute Gifts
In Memory of Jason Brodsky
In Honor of Randy Hayes, MD
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Cohen
Jodi Scaltreto and Michael A. Brodsky
In Memory of Suzanne Couret
Valerie Acres
David and Sue Fox
Northeast Delta Dental
Dianne Rose
Jeff and Jill Savage
Donald and Miriam Shumway
In Honor of Gayle Kimball
Ruth and Jay Zax
In Memory of Martha Levensailor
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Seidner
In Honor of Irene Rudolph
Mrs. Naomi Sherman
In Memory of Donny Dickson
William Faulkner
In Honor of Arpiar “Arpy” G. Saunders, Jr.
Dr. and Mrs. Douglas Moran
Mary and David Ruedig
In Memory of Ryan Donovan
Anonymous
In Memory of Beth Sweet
Mr. Patrick Campbell
Mr. Anthony D’Amato
Grappone Family Foundation Fund
Mr. and Mrs. Harry R. Kirsch
Ms. Martha McGowan
Sharon E. Sweet
In Honor of:
Ms. Cassandra Delude
Dr. Fabozzi and Ms. Van Sice
Dr. and Mrs. Mitchell
Dr. and Mrs. Santis
Dr. Snyder and Ms. Boucher
Dr. Thiaca and Mr. Conserva
David F. Green and Kristine Green
In Memory of Amanda Wells
Tina Wells
In Honor of Gina and Gretchen Grappone
Peter Daigle
In Honor of Michael B. Green
Kurt and Betsey Rhynhart
our government cannot or will not protect those who
“Ifcannot
protect themselves, it is up to us to speak up and
stand up.
”
— John T. Broderick, recipient of a Rainbow Award in 2011, is
Dean and President of the University of New Hampshire School
of Law. Before assuming this position, he served for 15 years
on the New Hampshire Supreme Court; six of those years as
Chief Justice. In his role as Chief Justice, he provided nationally recognized leadership in redesigning the New Hampshire
court system. Broderick is also well known for his commitment
to social justice, and for addressing the needs of people living
with mental illness in our prisons and jails — as well as moving
through our court system. He was instrumental in creating the
“Mental Health Court” in New Hampshire, which not only has
reduced the burden on an already overcrowded court system,
but also provides a better alternative for offenders whose
mental illness causes them to become entangled with New
Hampshire’s law enforcement and court systems.
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2000S
Advocacy and innovation accentuate community-based care
Work to fully integrate mental health services into the overall health care matrix is ongoing, but the early years of the
new century saw significant progress in this area.
A range of innovative programs are created to better serve consumers, including a vocational and educational
readiness program at Owen Farm for adults and children, and the InSHAPE program that helps adult consumers
improve fitness, nutrition and overall health, and manage chronic medical issues.
The Health Buddy Pilot Project shows the multiple benefits of supported medication self-management, and received
an Impact Award for Excellence in Healthcare Technology from the National Council on Behavioral Health.
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Appreciations
Riverbend Employee Annual Giving
Gifts by employees are made through Riverbend’s Employee Annual Giving Campaign and through the Granite
United Way workplace campaign. Contributions were designated to be used “where needed most,” or to one of
Riverbend’s programs.
Judith Allen
Joan Amsden
Sarah Baillargeon
Sara Bergeron
Karl and Cherie Boisvert
Destiny Buffington
Tracy Byers
Martha Clark
James R. Corcoran
Jaime and Jeremy Corwin
Chris Cummings
Wayne Dailey
Annemarie Dunn
Jean Durgin
Kathleen Egan
Peter Evers
Mark Fanny
Cheryl Ferren
Sunshine Fisk
Sharon Grant
Tiffany Green
Angela and Kevin Greene
Judith Griggs
Sheila Guinther
Kit Hansen
Deborah Hoeft
Terri Holland
Tracy Holland
Beth Ketaineck
Gayle Kimball and Paul Silberman
Dragan Kovacevic
Tina Labonte
Lynn Labrie
Dr. Sonya Lee Kelly
Bret W. Longgood
Rebecca Marrs
Judy McAuley
Katherine Memic
Craig Mills
Agnes and Lynn Miner
Ashleigh Mondoux
Allan M. Moses
Carol O’Brien
Erin O’Connell
Martha Pearson
Jackie Picard
Valerie Piper
Starlene Piroso
Jim Quinn
Sheryl Reasoner
Fred Richardson
Rebecca Parton
Dara Petrovic
Richard Roberts
Kimberly A. Schofield
Susan Seacord
Gary and Susan Seidner
Carol Sheehy-Plourde
Kathleen Sheldon
Dr. Amy Stultz
Terry Sturke and Tom Bell
Susan Summerson
David and Nancy Tanguay
Joni Terry
Margreta Weber
Dawn West
Anonymous (3)
a community, state, and nation, we are all facing
“As
many challenging decisions about our healthcare system
in general. Together, we are shaping what our healthcare
system is, and what it can become.
”
— Louis Josephson served as Riverbend’s CEO from 2005
to 2013. He is shown here presenting preliminary results of the
Health Buddy Pilot Project to the Riverbend Board of Directors.
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2010S
Ongoing challenges and opportunities
Change and opportunity abound, and activism is sparking a broad state and federal policy discussion about public
support for vulnerable populations. Add to this activism the implementation of the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid
Managed Care — and we can be confident that there are changes on the way about how mental health services are
defined and funded.
Evidence based practices — integrating the best available evidence with practitioner expertise and other resources
— guides all our work and planning. We know treatment works. We’ve got the numbers.
There are opportunities to create new interagency partnerships, coalitions, and other types of formal and informal
collaborations to meet the needs of mental health consumers.
Now, as we have since our founding 50 years ago, our work ultimately depends on you — your voice, your
understanding and knowledge, and your support.
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Appreciations
Gifts of Goods and Services
EJ’s on Main
Gondwana & Divine Clothing Company
Granite State Candy Shoppe, LLC
Hannaford Supermarkets
In A Pinch Café and Bakery
O Steak & Seafood
The Centennial Hotel and Granite Restaurant & Bar
The League of NH Craftsmen
The Works Bakery Café
Darkest Hours
The crisis in children’s mental health care
These sponsorship gifts were received in support of
children’s mental health awareness month. A special
screening of the film, Darkest Hours, was presented at
Red River Theatre in May 2013. The riveting documentary film by Chistina DeFranco tells the story of five
families and their struggles with the fragmented
children’s mental health care system.
Patron ($50 - $99)
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
From Mr. William Faulkner
Dr. Randy Hayes and Ms. Martha Clark
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Johnson
Gayle Kimball and Paul Silberman
Ms. Starr Manus
Drs. John and Julie Bassi
Michel E. Couret and Nancy Jamrog-Couret
Friend ($100 - $249)
Peter and Peg Blume
Davis & Towle Insurance Group
Grappone Automotive Group
Ms. Karen Levchuk
New Hampshire Bowl & Board
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffery Savage
TD Bank
David and Rebecca Cawley
Ms. Sharon Sweet
don’t know what we would have done
“Iwithout
you…
”
— A note from a grateful parent, whose son
recently graduated from the DBT Program at
Riverbend. The demand for Riverbend’s services
to children and families has grown each year
since our founding. Our deepest roots are in this
area — through the vision of Betty Eberhart and
scores of early volunteer leaders who worked
in our local schools in the 1950s and 1960s.
In 2013, Riverbend helped over 2000 children
and adolescents and their families, with staff
presence at over a dozen schools throughout
the greater Concord area.
Associate ($250 and above)
Northway Bank
Merrimack County Savings Bank
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Dartmouth-Hitchcock Concord
Lincoln Financial Group
Merrimack County Savings Bank
Northeast Pharmacy Services
Prescott Park Condo Owners Association
Sheehan Phinney Capitol Group
Speedy Printing & Copying
The Rowley Agency, Inc.
Capitol Craftsman and Romance Jewelers
Concord Emergency Medical Associates
Concord Hospital
Franklin Savings Bank
Harvest Capital
Northeast Delta Dental
Paxton Communications
Shaheen & Gordon, PA
TD Bank
Associated Grocers of New England
Drs. John and Julie Bassi
Peter and Peg Blume
Chris and Steve Caccia
David and Rebecca Cawley
Centrix Bank
Michelle Chicoine and David Goldman
Davis & Towle Insurance Group
Betty B. Eberhart
Fellowship Housing Opportunities
First Colebrook Bank
Gondwana, LLC
Herb Goodwin
Granite Law
H.L. Turner Group Inc.
Harpers Payroll Services
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Mentor ($500 - $999)
Valerie Acres, Board Chair, introduces The Honorable
Maggie Hassen, Governor of New Hampshire, to open the
Rainbow Awards ceremony.
Friend ($150 -$499)
Ken Norton, Executive Director, NAMI NH and Captain
Robert Stafford, NH Police Standards & Training Council,
flank Champion Ken Braiterman as he accepts his
Rainbow Award with the assistance of Megan Wood.
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Gretchen Grappone, Champion for Mental Health, addressing the audience.
Mr. and Mrs. John H. Hastings
Icentrix
J.H. Spain Associates, Inc.
Gayle Kimball and Paul Silberman
Karen A. Levchuk
Nathan Wechsler & Company
New Hampshire Bowl & Board
Northway Bank
Norton Asset Management, Inc.
Office Max
People’s United Bank
Joe and Donna Raycraft
Sanel Auto Parts
Jeff and Jill Savage
Sharon E. Sweet
Robert Thomson and Lucy Hodder
Turbotek Computer Corp.
Scott and Claudia Walker
Anonymous
Patron ($75 - $149)
Betty Eberhart greets her many old and new friends.
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Ayer & Goss, Inc.
Dr. Percy Ballantine
Kevin and Jo Brooks
John F. Duval
Dr. and Mrs. Douglas J. Moran
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stafford
Terry Sturke and Tom Bell
Celebrating
50 Years
Mission
We care for the mental health of our community.
Vision
We provide responsive, accessible, and effective mental
health services.
We seek to sustain mental health and promote wellness.
We work as partners with consumers and families.
We view recovery and resiliency as an on-going process
in which choice, education, advocacy, and hope are key
elements.
We are fiscally prudent and work to ensure that
necessary resources are available to support our work,
now and in the future.
Values
We value diversity and see it as essential to our success.
We value staff and their outstanding commitment and
compassion for those we serve.
We value quality and strive to continuously improve our
services by incorporating feedback from consumers,
families and community stakeholders.
We value community partnerships as a way to increase
connections and resources that help consumers and
families achieve their goals.
Riverbend Community Mental Health
PO Box 2032
Concord, NH 03302-2032
603-228-1551
www.riverbendcmhc.org
proud to be a partner agency.