Connections Human Services was founded in the summer of 2011. It came into being as a response to a real and proposed reduction in public service spending for the poor and disabled. One of the primary goals of Connections Human Services is to impact those in poverty by assisting individuals obtain skills that would improve their lives and communities. However, the issues of poverty are diverse and include: Education, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Employment and the list goes on. Connections Human Services is committed to work with individuals and community volunteers to address these issues.