The United Way of the Adirondack Region has launched its annual campaign to aid the increasing number of North Country families grappling with financial hardships. The mission is to raise $650,000, a lifeline for the 35 partner agencies that provide essential health and human services across Clinton, Essex, and Franklin Counties. CEO John Bernardi outlines the pressing needs facing families in the region, from inflation’s strain on budgets to the escalating housing crisis that threatens many households. In this spirit, the United Way and its partner agencies remain dedicated to providing crucial support.