Around Town

‘Next to Normal’ in the Next Station to Heaven

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[Paula Winicur is a marriage and family therapist licensed in Connecticut and New York, with a private practice in New Canaan.]
Long known for its warmth, friendly vibe and strength of community, New Canaan was monikered in the late 1800s as the Next Station to Heaven; all attributes that continue to characterize it today. But our idyllic hamlet and its residents are not immune to tragedy. The strength that sets New Canaan apart from other towns is the compassionate consideration that unifies this community to rally around those affected by hardship. It has both the heart and the resources to help people make sense of suffering, and the community spirit and commitment to neighborly responsibility to generate support for those facing adversity, helping them feel less alone in their struggles. Examples of this resilience and care abound.