Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Human Services Council, Inc.
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: One Park St
City: Norwalk
State: Connecticut
Postal Code: 06851
Main Phone: 2033541958
Main Fax: 914-499-3820
Organization Website: https://hscct.org/
Employer ID Number: 06-6102160
Organization Tax Status: non-profit

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 03/06/2026
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Enhancing Adolescent Wellness: Comprehensive Clinical and Mental Health Support at the Dr. Robert Appleby School-Based Health Centers (SBHC)
Project Description:

The Human Services Council (HSC) requests $10,000 to support the Dr. Robert Appleby School-Based Health Centers (SBHC), which provide critical medical and mental health services directly within Norwalk’s middle and high schools. By offering "one-stop" healthcare, we eliminate traditional barriers to access—such as lack of transportation, insurance gaps, or parental work schedules—ensuring that students receive high-quality care without missing significant instructional time.

The SBHCs are staffed by multidisciplinary teams, including Mid-level Practitioners and Licensed Clinical Social Workers. Funding from the Hermanowski Foundation will specifically support the delivery of integrated care:

Mental Health Services: Individual and group counseling to address rising rates of anxiety, depression, and trauma among adolescents.

Clinical Medical Care: Physical exams, immunizations, and acute care for illnesses or injuries.

Health Education: Proactive wellness coaching to encourage lifelong healthy habits.

Our centers serve as a vital safety net, particularly for students who are underinsured or uninsured. By addressing health issues early and in a familiar environment, we reduce ER visits and improve school attendance. This grant will help cover the gap between insurance reimbursements and the actual cost of providing intensive, trauma-informed care to Norwalk’s most vulnerable youth, ensuring that every student has the physical and emotional foundation needed to succeed academically.

Total Project Budget: 60,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) grants and billing reimbursements from third-party insurance. Potential: Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit contributions and private individual donations.

Project Duration: 12 months
Geographical Area Served: Norwalk, CT
Age Group To Be Served: 10-20

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs
Contact First Name: Diamond
Contact Last Name: Sead
Contact Title: Program Director
Contact Phone: 2033541958
Contact Email: dsead@hscct.org