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Addison County Pilot

A demonstration directory of recovery, mental health, housing, and basic-needs resources for Addison County, Vermont.

Downtown Middlebury, Vermont — photo by Jd4508, CC BY-SA 3.0

Addison County PilotDemonstration

This is a pilot demo for Addison County, Vermont. It is separate from the live Chittenden County directory and does not affect existing services. All 14 resources have been verified against official sources as of Oct 2026 — always confirm current availability directly with the provider before making a real referral.

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All Addison County Resources(14)

24/7Crisis / Urgent Help

Counseling Service of Addison County — 24/7 Crisis Line

Verified

24/7 mental health and substance-use emergency services for Addison County residents. Connects callers directly with local clinicians.

Verification

Confirmed via csac-vt.org/contact-us and CSAC Facebook page, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Call directly — no appointment needed for crisis.

Eligibility

Serves Addison County residents experiencing a mental health or substance-use crisis.

Mental Health Treatment

CSAC Interlude — Adult Mental Health Urgent Care

Verified

Peer-supported mental health urgent care for adults — a welcoming, trauma-sensitive alternative to the ER. Home-like space with living room, kitchen, and private comfort areas. Staff include peer support specialists and clinicians using trauma-informed approaches.

802-458-8219

99 Maple St. #16, Marble Works Complex, Middlebury, VT 05753

Mon 10am–6pm · Tue 10am–6pm · Wed 12pm–6pm · Thu 10am–6pm · Fri 10am–6pm

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Verification

Address, phone, hours, and intake confirmed via csac-vt.org/services/adult-mental-health/interlude, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

No referral needed. Call 802-458-8219 for a same-day appointment or tour. Walk-ins not explicitly stated — call ahead. Visits typically ~90 minutes. No overnight accommodations.

Eligibility

Adults 18+. Grant-funded — no cost to guests. Friends/family/supporters welcome by appointment. Registered service animals only.

24/7Crisis / Urgent Help

Mobile Crisis of Vermont

Verified

24/7 mobile mental health and substance-use support with two-person team response, referrals, and follow-up care. Serves all of Vermont including Addison County.

Verification

Confirmed via gethelpvt.org, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Call or visit website to request a mobile response.

Eligibility

Statewide — available to all Vermonters.

General Navigation

VT Helplink

Verified

Free, confidential, non-judgmental support and referrals for substance use treatment and recovery across Vermont.

Verification

Confirmed via humanservices.vermont.gov, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Call or search online directory — no referral needed.

Eligibility

Statewide — available to all Vermonters.

Substance Use Treatment

Counseling Service of Addison County — Substance Use Services

Verified

Outpatient substance use treatment including counseling, case management, and recovery assistance. Encourages support networks via AA and the Peer Recovery Center of Addison County.

802-388-6751

89 Main Street, Middlebury, VT 05753

Mon–Fri; call for appointment

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Verification

Address and phone confirmed via hub.vthelplink.org provider directory and csac-vt.org, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Call for appointment; intake screening required.

Eligibility

Serves Addison County adults and youth; contact for program-specific eligibility.

Recovery Meeting

Peer Recovery Center of Addison County

Verified

Peer recovery support, overdose prevention, and street outreach. Enhancing the spiritual, mental, physical, and social growth of the community affected by substance use disorders and addictive behaviors.

802-388-4249

79 Court Street, Middlebury, VT 05753

Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm (available remotely until 8pm)

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Verification

Address, phone, and hours confirmed via prcvt.org/contact and vermontbiz.com grand opening announcement, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Walk in or call during open hours. Hours subject to change without notice — call ahead if traveling from a distance.

Eligibility

Open to community members affected by substance use; contact directly for specific program eligibility.

Recovery Meeting

Alcoholics Anonymous — Addison County (District 09)

Verified

AA meetings in the Addison County area (District 09), including Middlebury and Vergennes. In-person, online, and hybrid meetings are listed on the AA Vermont website with a searchable directory.

Verification

AA Vermont District 09 meeting directory confirmed via aavt.org, Oct 2026. Specific meeting times/locations are maintained live on the site and change periodically.

Intake / How to Access

No intake — walk in to any in-person meeting or join online. Confirm current schedule on aavt.org before attending, as times and locations change.

Eligibility

Open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking.

Shelter / Housing

John Graham Housing & Services

Verified

Emergency shelter in Vergennes with nine units (single occupancy to six beds), serving individuals and families with children. Also offers housing navigation, eviction prevention, a community food shelf, gas vouchers, and grocery cards.

802-877-2677

69 Main Street, Vergennes, VT 05491

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Verification

Address, phone, and intake confirmed via johngrahamshelter.org and Facebook listing, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Call 802-877-2677 to complete a Shelter Request. For emergency shelter tonight, call 211.

Eligibility

Serves individuals and families with children who are unhoused or facing eviction. Contact directly for specific eligibility criteria.

24/7Shelter / Housing

Charter House Coalition

Verified

Year-round emergency shelter for adult men and women, daily community meals, housing case management, street outreach, and social support services. Lead agency for coordinated entry and referrals in Addison County.

Verification

Phone, website, and services confirmed via chcvt.org and VTDigger/Middlebury Campus reporting, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Call 802-989-8621 any time for immediate help. Emergency shelter operates every night. Walk in for community meals and social support services.

Eligibility

Adults experiencing homelessness in and around Addison County. Contact directly for shelter intake and program-specific eligibility.

Benefits & Social Services

CVOEO — Addison County (Financial Assistance & Housing Navigation)

Verified

Community action agency providing financial assistance, housing navigation, and emergency assistance to Addison County residents.

Verification

Addison County phone number confirmed via cvoeo.org, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Call to apply or walk in; bring ID and proof of income if available.

Eligibility

Serves Addison County; income-based eligibility for some programs — contact for details.

Food / Basic Needs

Addison Food Hub (CVOEO Food Pantry)

Verified

Food pantry and hygiene products serving over 600 households. Operated by CVOEO at the Exchange Street location in Middlebury.

802-377-3741

616 Exchange Street, Suite 1, Middlebury, VT

Mon–Fri, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

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Verification

Address, phone, and hours confirmed via feedingchamplainvalley.org and cvoeo.org, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Walk in during open hours; no appointment needed.

Eligibility

Serves Addison County residents; contact for any documentation requirements.

Food / Basic Needs

HOPE — Food Shelf & Basic Needs

Verified

Helping Overcome Poverty's Effects (HOPE) operates one of the largest food shelves in the region, serving over 3,000 people each year. Offers non-perishables, dairy, produce, baked items, and fresh local produce through a gleaning program. Delivery available for those who can't visit in person.

802-388-3608

282 Boardman Street, Middlebury, VT

Weekdays 9:00am–3:30pm (Wed 10:00am–3:00pm)

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Verification

Address, phone, and hours confirmed via hope-vt.org/food-shelf and Facebook listing, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Walk in during open hours; no appointment needed. Call 802-388-3608 to arrange delivery if you can't visit. Bring your own reusable shopping bags.

Eligibility

Serves Addison County residents; contact for any documentation requirements.

Transportation

Tri-Valley Transit — Addison Region

Verified

Fare-free Addison County bus routes plus Dial-A-Ride services for eligible older adults, people with disabilities, and Medicaid non-emergency medical transportation.

802-388-2287

297 Creek Road, Middlebury, VT

Office Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm; dispatch Mon–Fri 7am–5pm

Visit website

Verification

Confirmed via trivalleytransit.org (official), Oct 2026. Matches the existing CommunityResources record (Verified, lastVerified 2026-10-17).

Intake / How to Access

Use published routes directly or call 802-388-2287 for Dial-A-Ride, route questions, deviations, and non-emergency medical transportation. Advance scheduling may be required for specialized rides.

Eligibility

Public buses are fare-free for everyone. Door-to-door, older-adult/disability, and Medicaid transportation have program-specific eligibility and scheduling rules.

General Navigation

Vermont 211

Verified

Free, confidential information and referral service connecting Vermonters to health and human services. Call 211 or search online.

Verification

Confirmed via vermont211.org, Oct 2026.

Intake / How to Access

Call 211 or search the online directory — no intake required.

Eligibility

Statewide — available to all Vermonters.

Important: This pilot page is for demonstration purposes. Resource details — including intake processes, eligibility criteria, and availability — must be confirmed directly with each provider before making a real referral. Our First Step Connect does not guarantee availability or eligibility for any listing.

Addison County Pilot · Our First Step Connect · Verified Oct 2026