Testimonials

“Over the years we have had the opportunity to work with VFN in many capacities. Olivia is a happy, healthy, and confident eight-year-old, and we know that much of the abundant life she currently enjoys traces back directly to the support and encouragement that we continually receive from Vermont Family Network.”
~Laurel Sanborn

“We are fortunate to have connected with Vermont Family Network and are appreciative of the incredible support and resources that this organization provides.”
~ Kelly Griffin

”Thanks to the Vermont Family Network who connected us with some great families when we moved back into the area. It’s assuring knowing there are organizations like this out there with tons of resources for us families with medically complicated kids.” ~Kirsten Isgro

“Thanks to VFN I don’t feel alone. There is somewhere I can go to speak to people who understand. I can go back to the school and know there’s someone who supports me behind me.” ~ Parent

“They helped me fight for what my son needed. VFN is extremely helpful. Without VFN I don’t know what I would do. I would not have the knowledge I have and my son would not be doing as well as he is without VFN.” ~ Parent

“It is nice to know that someone will listen and understands what you are going through.” ~ Parent

“It has been a pleasure working with the Vermont Family Network! As a local nonprofit serving people with disabilities in sports and recreation we have had the opportunity through Vermont Family Network, to connect with not only families with children who have disabilities, but also with other programs in Vermont working towards improving the lives of people with disabilities. Vermont Family Network is an integral part of our community. Thank you for your resources, friendly staff and support.” ~ Maggie Burke, Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports

“We’ve had the pleasure of accessing services through VFN for both of our daughters. Everyone that we’ve worked with has been professional, knowledgeable, and super duper sweet and kind. We love VFN!” ~Beth Ryan

“PIRC has been a great resource to the Burlington Schools as we move to build Family School Partnerships! From their knowledge and expertise to their on the ground assistance, we would not be this far without PIRC!” ~ Jeanne Collins, Superintendent, Burlington School District

“We were very happy with our experience. There were great ideas and having the facilitation from PIRC staff really helped. You have helped us make a great step towards being more parent friendly!” ~ Teacher

“We are very thankful for all of the help that our [child] has received and receives in this program. The people we have worked with have been very helpful to our [child] and family. They are very supportive to the people that work at the Child Care Center where he goes. Thank you for your help.” ~ Parent

“[Vermont Family Network] has been amazing. Our son loves working with [VFN’s CIS-EI staff] who has become a welcomed member of our family with an empathetic ear and an expert voice. Thank you for connecting them with us.” ~ Parent

“The PIRC staff was fantastic, enthusiastic, organized and professional.” ~ Teacher

“Wonderful presentation and just the spark we needed to make our school more inviting, communication improved with community and parents, and school beautification.” ~ School Staff

“We continue our work, and appreciate/value the expertise of PIRC. We are moving in a good direction.” ~ School Administrator

“Thank you so much for the work you do; it is a critical piece of what we need for our families.” ~ School District Administrator

“[Vermont Family Network’s CIS-EI staff] was remarkable. Always flexible and helpful. They are hard working educated people. Our family greatly misses them. They met the needs our son needed and went above and beyond their call of duty. I wish EEE was more down to earth like them.” ~ Parent

“Thank you for all your help and support.” ~ Parent

“We had a very positive experience both during our referral process through our work with the SLP. We are so pleased that we asked for help as early as we did … and we would urge others to act quickly if they suspected a need for help. Thank you for all that you do for VT families!” ~ Parent

“We have had a positive and beneficial experience with both of our kids. Great staff!!” ~ Parent

“My daughter has come so far after all she has received through CIS Early Intervention. She has really had huge success in developing with the additional supports given by CIS. We as parents have been given so much support and would never have been able to get through as much as we did without the support of the folks on my daughter’s team! We are so very thankful for all the work and support from CIS and partnering agencies.” ~ Parent

“VFN is a great support network for families. More needs to happen to tie up loopholes in the school system.” ~ Parent

“VFN is the first place I think of when I have a problem. They are my secret weapon. I have always gotten results through their support. Without VFN there wouldn’t be any help, I hope that they never shut down.” ~ Parent

“Very satisfied. PIRC was/is exactly what our school district needed!!!” ~ Winooski School District Parent

“I cannot say enough good things about VFN!” ~ Parent

“School did not provide the information that I needed, but VFN has been wonderful. VFN helped to ease the frustration of dealing with the school system.” ~ Parent

“The staff are very, very helpful.” ~ Parent

“I hope other families who need help can call VFN.” ~ Parent

“VFN is a great service!” ~ Parent

“VFN is great! They have really helped us!” ~ Parent