A ribbon is cut to mark the grand opening of CHOICES in downtown Washington. Photos by Sally Hart.

A grand opening and ribbon cutting was held for CHOICES in downtown Washington yesterday. Following the ribbon cutting the Washington Chamber of Commerce presented a certificate to CHOICES center director Jill Boileau. Boileau told the crowd gathered that CHOICES stands for a Center for Hope Opportunity Inspiration and Change in an Environment of Support and focuses on helping people with mental health wellness.

The center is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and serves two meals each day. Anyone is welcome to stop by the center which is free of charge.