Our Story
Founded in 1992
Concern for the community brought together a group of dedicated teachers, parents, and community members looking to address the health, education, and human service needs facing the families in the Greater Falls area, who had–and continue to have–a high need for these services. From that beautiful beginning, a legacy began to grow and nearly 25 years later, Parks Place is a beacon of hope in what once was known as a “black hole” of services in rural Vermont.
Today, Parks Place partners with more than 60 state and non-profit agencies and organizations to bring the best of what’s available to the heart of the Greater Falls area.
Our Team
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Jennifer Tolaro-Heidbrink, Executive Director
Jennifer joined as Executive Director in November of 2022. She brings with her over a decade of experience in multiple social service roles. Her continued dedication to the community is an asset to Parks Place. She lives in Bellows Falls with her husband, Tim, and two daughters, Harper and Stella.
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Julie Cermola, Office Manager/Resource Coordinator
Keeping our office running smoothly and our providers and neighbors happy is Julie’s specialty. A Bellows Falls girl at heart, Julie is often the first friendly face folks see when they come into Parks Place and is a resourceful support for the community.
Our Board of Directors
Amy Howlett, President
Ed Harty, Vice President
Cynthia Stoddard, Treasurer
Jimmy Malley, Secretary
Dick Doyle
Cheryl Gay-Sherwin
Ellen Clark-Lawrence
Lou Tomberg
Shelley Rentas
Rick Holloway
Krista Gay
Kathleen Govotski