CT Renaissance

01/30/2026

✨ Employee Spotlight: Vanity Rosado ✨

🔸Role: 2nd Shift Unit Supervisor
As a 2nd Shift Unit Supervisor, Vanity is responsible for the overall supervision and management of CTR Maple Street. Her role ensures the safety, security, and well-being of both clients and staff while upholding program rules, policies, and procedures.

🔸Time with CTR:
Vanity has been with Connecticut Renaissance for four years and four months, and will celebrate five years of service in September 2026.

🔸Proudest Moment:
Vanity is most proud of her professional growth at CTR — advancing from Case Manager to Intake Coordinator, and ultimately to Unit Supervisor. She also finds pride and purpose in witnessing clients fully engage in the halfway house program, succeed, and successfully reintegrate into society.

🔸What She Enjoys Most:
Vanity values CTR’s diversity and its ability to remain current and adaptable. She appreciates the strong relationships she’s built with colleagues — describing the team as “a big dysfunctional family.” The constant learning and unpredictability of each day keep the work both challenging and rewarding.

🔸Fun Fact / Outside of Work:
In her downtime, Vanity has recently discovered a love for Pilates and has already completed about 40 classes. She also enjoys exploring new places, trying new restaurants, and spending time outdoors with friends and family.

👏 Thank you, Vanity, for your leadership, growth, and dedication to our mission. We’re grateful to have you as part of the CTR family.

01/29/2026

Every step forward matters.
Every choice to listen to yourself counts.

Recovery isn’t linear — it’s layered with struggle, strength, setbacks, and hope. And through it all, no one has to walk it alone. We’re here to support you through every phase of the journey, honoring both where you’ve been and where you’re going. 💛

Your story matters. Your progress matters. And recovery is possible.

01/27/2026

Our Annual Report is here.
See how Connecticut Renaissance continues to evolve, innovate, and support individuals and families across our communities.
👉 Explore the impact: https://ctrenaissance.org/about/annual-report/

01/25/2026

❄️ Winter Weather Reminder ❄️
With today’s snowstorm, safety comes first.

If you’re experiencing heating issues or lose heat in your home, help is available.
📞 Call 211 or visit 211ct.org to learn about warming centers and shelter options across Connecticut.

Please take care, stay warm, and check in on one another.

💛 And a heartfelt thank-you to our Connecticut Renaissance staff who are out in the storm providing critical support and services to the individuals and families we serve. Your dedication does not go unnoticed — we are truly grateful.

Stay safe, everyone.

01/24/2026

⛳️ Join us on the course for a day that makes a difference.

Connecticut Renaissance is proud to host our First Annual Golf Tournament — bringing together community and corporate supporters for a day of golf, connection, and purpose.

All proceeds support programs that help individuals and families reclaim their lives through person-centered, evidence-based care.

📅 May 18, 2026
📍 Lyman Orchards
🎟️ Limited tickets available — register today! https://ctrenaissance.networkforgood.com/events/92604-ct-renaissance-2026-golf-tournament

01/22/2026

The work is meaningful.
The people are supportive.
And the impact is real.

We’re hiring at Connecticut Renaissance — come be part of something that matters. 💛

👉 ctrenaissance.org/careers

01/19/2026

Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by reaffirming our commitment to equity, dignity, and access to care.

At Connecticut Renaissance, we see every day how compassionate, community-based services can help reduce harm, restore hope, and support individuals and families on their path to wellness. Advocacy in health care isn’t optional — it’s essential.

We continue this work because justice, healing, and humanity are deeply connected. 💛

01/17/2026

A gentle reminder we all need sometimes.
Taking a break isn’t giving up — it’s taking care of yourself.
Your mental health matters, and prioritizing it is a strength, not a setback. 💛

Pause. Breathe. Reset. You’re allowed.

01/16/2026

✨ Client Story Spotlight: Shelby ✨

“My experience at Connecticut Renaissance has been a true eye-opener for me — both in understanding my addiction and my mental health. Walking into group for the first time and seeing unfamiliar faces was scary, and I wasn’t ready to talk about my past. But as time went on and I continued attending groups, I slowly began to open up and trust the women around me — especially my counselor.

As I shared my experiences and listened to others, I realized I wasn’t alone anymore. The counselors pushed me beyond my comfort zone in ways that helped me recognize and begin healing at the same time. Although I worked hard to stay sober, my negative thoughts returned and I relapsed because I wasn’t ready to fully face my struggles.

After being court-ordered to return to Connecticut Renaissance, I was welcomed back with honesty and support. They had a serious conversation with me, but they also believed in my potential and my desire to change. My counselor made me feel comfortable opening up by sharing his own story — something I had never experienced before. Even when I wasn’t the easiest client, they continued to believe in me and see my willingness to grow.

The best part of this program is learning how to cope with my feelings and challenges in ways that work for me. My plan was individualized, just like every client’s, and I always felt safe and supported. I’m grateful for the chance I was given and for the steps Connecticut Renaissance helped me take toward becoming the best version of myself.”

Shelby’s story reminds us that healing isn’t linear — and that belief, patience, and personalized support can make all the difference. 💛

01/13/2026

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month.

Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing organized crimes worldwide — and it often hides in plain sight. Prevention begins with awareness, education, and the willingness to pay attention.

At Connecticut Renaissance, we are committed to supporting individuals, strengthening communities, and helping prevent exploitation through care, connection, and advocacy.

Together, we can make a difference.
Together, we can stop it.

01/13/2026

Feeling like your thoughts take over when the lights go out? 🛌💭 This article shared by American Psychiatric Association shares real strategies for coping with night-time anxiety and panic — from winding down with intention to grounding yourself when your mind won’t quit. Expert tips that might just help you sleep a little easier. 🌙✨ 

Eight ways to quieten your busy mind and get back to sleep, from setting aside dedicated ‘worry time’ and folding laundry to, yes, switching off your phone

01/10/2026

Understanding problem gambling changes the conversation.
When we move away from blame and toward compassion, real support becomes possible.

Our Bettor Choice Program in Norwalk offers education, guidance, and a path forward — at your pace.

📞 203-866-2541 ext. 3019