Amy and I know firsthand the challenges of being without health insurance. In 2007, when we left our corporate jobs to start Forty Putney Road Bed and Breakfast in Brattleboro, VT, we struggled to find a health care coverage option that would be affordable and not exclude existing conditions.

Now that we are settled in here, we hope to provide a healthy getaway to those who may be facing the same struggle with their own health care coverage by giving away one healthy getaway each month – complete with an apple a day – to an uninsured couple in need of some stress relief.

Vermont was recently named the “Healthiest State” in the 20th annual “Americas Health” ranking report. While a trip to Vermont is no substitute for good health care coverage, some time in Vermont is certainly beneficial for anyone, especially those dealing with the health issues or simply the stresses of being uninsured.

If you are one of the millions of Americans without health insurance, or are dealing with a health insurance disaster, we want to hear your story. Each month until a National Health Care Reform Bill is passed Forty Putney Road Bed and Breakfast will award one deserving couple with a rejuvenating two night getaway, including everything from beautiful accommodations to guided outdoor activities along with a healthy breakfast to start each day.

Please share this opportunity with anyone who you think may benefit from some time in Vermont.

Massage is a great way to relax and relieve tension. What better way to start your vacation to Brattleboro than with a massage.  Luckily, we have found a great message therapist here at the Inn, Melissa Jane Hall at A Healthy Balance.

I recently had the honor of receiving a massage by Melissa’s magic hands and I must say she is truly gifted. I suffer from pinched nerves in my shoulders and neck, after a full body massage with Melissa I could move freely for days. I have never felt so relaxed and at peace.

Melissa offers a wide range of services including Cranio Sacral Therapy, Integrative Bodywork, Pregnancy Massage, Ear Candling, Seaweed Wraps, and Body Scrubs. I am not just talking about massage here I am also talking about balancing body, mind, spirit and emotions.

Through Melissa’s own words…”During each session my clients are encouraged to move beyond their personalities, daily roles and obligations so that they can relax and receive healing as I work in partnership with the natural self-corrective mechanisms alive within them”. Melissa is also fun, personable and genuinely interested in you, making you feel at easy.

With advanced notice Melissa can come to our Inn Forty Putney Road and do an in room massage, check our Packages Page for some details, or call us at 1-800-941-2413  for more details.  Another option is to contact A Healthy Balance directly at 802-579-9644 to schedule a massage at Melissa’s studio located in Putney (the next town over just a short 15 minute drive).  Either way a massage by Melissa is well worth your time and is an experience not to be missed during your visit.