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Find Help Across Vermont

Search shelters, recovery meetings, healthcare, benefits, legal aid, food, crisis lines, and support services across all 14 Vermont counties — within 75 miles of you.

Shelter availability, meeting times, and benefit rules can change. Always confirm details before traveling or applying. Call before visiting a shelter.

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Disability Rights Vermont
Disability BenefitsDuplicateDisability Advocacy

Protection and advocacy organization for Vermonters with disabilities, including legal rights, benefits navigation, and advocacy.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Clara Martin Center
Mental Health Peer SupportDuplicateCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health and substance use services for Orange and Windsor Counties, including crisis and outpatient care.

Orange County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Washington County Mental Health Services
Mental Health Peer SupportDuplicateCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health services for Washington County, including crisis, outpatient, and substance use support.

Washington County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Lamoille County Mental Health Services
Mental Health Peer SupportDuplicateCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health and substance use services for Lamoille County, including crisis support.

Lamoille County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

White River Junction VA Medical Center
Veterans BenefitsDuplicateVA Health Care

VA medical center providing health care, mental health, and substance use services for Vermont and New Hampshire veterans. Crisis line: 988 then press 1.

Windsor County🕒 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

DCF Burlington District Office (Economic Services)
Benefits & Social ServicesState Economic Benefits Intake

Vermont Department for Children and Families district office processing Reach Up (cash), 3SquaresVT (SNAP), Fuel Assistance, Medicaid/Dr. Dynasaur, and other economic-services benefit applications for Chittenden County residents.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm (call to confirm)🗣 English♿ State office; wheelchair accessible. Language line available.
128 State Street, Burlington, VT 05402
Applications can be completed online at mybenefits.vt.gov; in-person assistance available.

Last verified: 2026-10-03

Burlington Dismas House
Reentry ServicesNeeds ReviewReentry & Reintegration Housing

Residential reentry community supporting formerly incarcerated individuals transitioning back into society through shared housing, community living, employment support, and mutual support.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (call to confirm)🗣 English♿ Call ahead regarding accessibility of residential facilities.
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Residential program with intake requirements; call ahead — do not show up without an intake appointment.

Last verified: 2026-10-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Chittenden County State's Attorney — Victim Services
Survivor SupportNeeds ReviewCrime Victim Advocacy

Victim advocate services within the Chittenden County State's Attorney's Office, providing information, support, court accompaniment, restitution guidance, and rights advocacy for victims of crime navigating the criminal justice system.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm (call to confirm)🗣 English♿ Courthouse building; call ahead for accessibility and interpreter arrangements.
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. For immediate danger call 911. This office supports victims with active or recent cases; not a crisis line.

Last verified: 2026-10-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

JUMP (Joint Urban Ministry Project)
Food / Basic NeedsNeeds ReviewEmergency Basic Needs & Financial Assistance

Faith-based collaborative providing emergency food, clothing, household goods, and limited financial assistance for housing, utilities, and transportation to Burlington-area residents in need.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Thu 9am-12pm (call to confirm)🗣 English♿ Street-level accessible entrance.
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Limited financial assistance; call ahead to confirm fund availability and eligibility.

Last verified: 2026-10-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Feeding Chittenden (CVOEO Food Shelf)
Food / Basic NeedsFood Pantry

Chittenden County's largest food shelf, operated by CVOEO, providing free groceries, produce, and household staples to individuals and families in need, plus home-delivered groceries for those unable to travel.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm (distribution hours vary; call to confirm)🗣 English♿ Wheelchair accessible; delivery option available for homebound individuals.
228 North Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401
No appointment required for general food shelf; call for delivery eligibility.

Last verified: 2026-10-03

USCRI Vermont Refugee Resettlement
General NavigationNeeds ReviewRefugee & New American Services

Refugee resettlement and integration services for newly arrived refugees and New Americans, including case management, employment support, English language access, benefits navigation, and community orientation.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm🗣 English♿ Interpretation and language access available; call ahead.
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Services primarily for refugees and eligible newcomers; call to confirm eligibility.

Last verified: 2026-10-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

UVM Medical Center — Emergency Department
HealthcareEmergency Medical Care

24/7 hospital emergency department providing emergency medical care, psychiatric evaluation, and crisis stabilization for adults and children, including care for overdose, withdrawal, and behavioral health emergencies.

Chittenden County🕒 Open 24 hours, 7 days a week🗣 English♿ Full hospital accessibility; interpreter services available.
111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401
For life-threatening emergencies call 911. The ED provides 24/7 emergency and psychiatric evaluation.

Last verified: 2026-10-03

King Street Center
Childcare / Family SupportYouth & Family Programs

Community center providing licensed childcare, youth programs, teen programs, and family support for Burlington-area children and families.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm (programs vary)🗣 English♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance.
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Enrollment limited; call ahead to confirm availability and registration.

Last verified: 2026-10-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

COTS (Committee on Temporary Shelter)
Emergency HousingNeeds ReviewEmergency Shelter & Housing

Chittenden County's largest provider of emergency shelter and housing services, including year-round shelters, winter overflow, daytime services, and rapid rehousing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (office); overnight shelters operate nightly🗣 English♿ Main office wheelchair accessible; call ahead for accommodation needs.
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Shelter space is limited; call ahead to confirm availability. Confidential shelter locations are not published.

Last verified: 2026-10-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Spectrum Youth & Family Services
Substance Use TreatmentYouth Substance Use & Mental Health

Outpatient substance use assessment and treatment, mental health counseling, housing, and support services for youth and young adults, including those at risk of or experiencing dependency or homelessness.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm🗣 English♿ Facility accessible; call ahead for accommodations.
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Youth-focused; call for intake. For youth in immediate crisis, call 988.

Last verified: 2026-10-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Howard Center — Outpatient Mental Health & Substance Use
Mental Health TreatmentTreatment

Outpatient mental health and substance use treatment, crisis services, and community support in Chittenden County.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; crisis 24/7🗣 English
300 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Community Health Centers of Burlington
HealthcareFQHC

Federally qualified health center providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and sliding-scale services regardless of ability to pay.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri; call for hours🗣 English, Spanish
172 Riverside Ave, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

UVM Medical Center — Addiction Treatment Center
HealthcareAddiction Treatment

Outpatient addiction treatment for alcohol and substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri; call for appointment🗣 English
1 South Prospect St, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Turning Point Center of Chittenden County
Recovery MeetingRecovery Community Center

Peer recovery community center with meetings, peer support, and recovery resources.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri; call for schedule🗣 English
179 South Winooski Ave, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Champlain Housing Trust
Shelter / HousingAffordable Housing

Affordable homeownership, rental housing, and housing counseling in northwestern Vermont.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm🗣 English
88 King St, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Day Station — Daytime Shelter & Services
Shelter / HousingDay Shelter

Daytime services, case management, and basic needs support for people experiencing homelessness in Burlington.

Chittenden County🕒 Daily daytime hours🗣 English
654 Pine St, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

ANEW Place — Emergency Shelter
Emergency HousingEmergency Shelter

Emergency shelter and supportive services for men experiencing homelessness in Burlington.

Chittenden County🕒 Intake daily, call ahead
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Call ahead — capacity and availability change daily.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Cathedral Square Corporation — Affordable Housing
Shelter / HousingAffordable Housing

Affordable housing and supportive services for older adults and people with disabilities in Vermont.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm🗣 English
278 Pearl St, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

CVOEO — Housing & Economic Services
Shelter / HousingHousing Navigation

Emergency housing assistance, utility help, food access, and community services for Chittenden County residents.

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm🗣 English, Spanish
191 Bank St, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Howard Center — Crisis & Mobile Crisis (Chittenden)
Crisis / Urgent HelpMobile Crisis

24/7 crisis support and mobile crisis team for Chittenden County residents experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.

Chittenden County🕒 24/7🗣 English
300 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT 05401

Last verified: 2026-08-03

HOPE Works — Sexual Assault Crisis Center
Sexual Assault SupportAdvocacy & Counseling

Confidential 24/7 advocacy, counseling, and support for survivors of sexual violence in Chittenden County.

Chittenden County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location not publicly listed. Contact for current safe options.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Steps to End Domestic Violence
Domestic Abuse SupportAdvocacy & Shelter

Confidential shelter, advocacy, safety planning, and legal advocacy for people affected by domestic abuse in Chittenden County.

Chittenden County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location is confidential for safety. Contact advocate for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

HOPE Works
Sexual Assault SupportDuplicateConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Chittenden County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

STEPS to End Domestic Violence
Domestic Abuse SupportDuplicateConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Chittenden County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Green Mountain Transit (GMT)
TransportationPublic Transit

Public bus transit serving Chittenden County, Montpelier, Barre, and surrounding areas.

Chittenden County🕒 Varies by route🗣 English♿ ADA-accessible buses

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Age Well — Meals & Older Adult Services
Food / Basic NeedsMeals for Older Adults

Meals on Wheels, community meals, and services for older adults in northwestern Vermont (Addison, Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle).

Chittenden County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Howard Center / First Call
Crisis / Urgent HelpDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Chittenden County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont Gambling Helpline
Problem Gambling Support

Free, confidential 24/7 helpline for anyone affected by problem gambling — including sports betting, casinos, online gambling, and lottery. Call, text, or live chat for support, self-assessment, and local treatment referrals in Vermont.

🕒 24/7 helpline, text, and chat

Last verified: 2026-09-04

National Problem Gambling Helpline
Problem Gambling Support

Free, confidential 24/7 helpline connecting people anywhere in the US to local problem gambling resources, treatment, and support. Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537), or chat online. Also reachable at 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-697-3738).

🕒 24/7 call, text, and chat

Last verified: 2026-09-04

Gam-Anon (Family & Friends of Gamblers)
Problem Gambling Support

12-step fellowship for the family, friends, and loved ones of someone with a gambling problem. Support whether or not the gambler is seeking help. In-person and online meetings available.

Last verified: 2026-09-04

Vermont Council on Gaming and Health
Problem Gambling Support

Vermont affiliate of the National Council on Problem Gambling, offering prevention, education, referral, and support for problem gambling and gaming. Call for local resources and treatment connections.

Chittenden County
145 Pine Haven Shores Rd, Suite 1000A, Shelburne, VT 05482

Last verified: 2026-09-04

Gamblers Anonymous
Problem Gambling Support

12-step fellowship for people who want to stop gambling. In-person and online/phone meetings available. Use the GA meeting finder to locate Vermont and virtual meetings.

Last verified: 2026-09-04

White River Junction Vet Center
Veterans BenefitsConfidential counseling and readjustment support

Free, confidential counseling and referral support for eligible Veterans, service members, and families, including PTSD, grief, military sexual trauma, and transition support.

Windsor County🕒 Mon–Tue 7am–6pm; Wed 8am–4:30pm; Thu 8am–6pm; Fri 8am–4:30pm; 24/7 call center
118 Prospect Street, Suite 100, White River Junction, VT 05001

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Franklin County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

White River Junction VA Medical Center
Veterans BenefitsVeterans health care

VA medical, behavioral health, substance-use, emergency, and specialty services for eligible Veterans.

Windsor County🕒 Emergency department 24/7; clinic hours vary♿ Accessible parking and transportation information available from VA.
163 Veterans Drive, White River Junction, VT 05009

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Center for Independent Living
Disability BenefitsIndependent living services

Statewide peer-led support, advocacy, information and referral for people with disabilities.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

NewStory Center
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Rutland County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Clarina Howard Nichols Center
Domestic Abuse SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Lamoille County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Clara Martin Center
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Orange County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

VT Helplink
Substance Use TreatmentTreatment and recovery navigation

Confidential statewide help finding substance-use treatment, medications for opioid use disorder, recovery services, and related supports.

🕒 Weekdays 8am–10pm; weekends and holidays 8am–6pm🗣 English, Interpreter access available by request

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont WIC
Food / Basic NeedsNutrition support for pregnant people, infants, and young children

Nutrition, breastfeeding, food, and referral support for eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five.

🕒 Local office hours vary♿ TTY/TDD: dial 711 first.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

HRSA Find a Health Center
HealthcareCommunity health centers

Official federal locator for federally qualified health centers offering primary, dental, behavioral, and other care regardless of ability to pay.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Public Transportation Association
TransportationRegional transit provider locator

Statewide transit information, trip planning, and town/ZIP lookup for regional public transportation providers.

🕒 Provider hours vary; online trip planning available anytime♿ Regional fixed routes include complementary paratransit; call for specific accommodations.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
TransportationMedicaid medical transportation

Statewide rides to covered non-emergency medical services for eligible Medicaid and Dr. Dynasaur members who have no other transportation.

🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont Coordinated Entry Information
Shelter / HousingHomelessness coordinated entry

Information about Vermont's coordinated-entry system and local lead-agency network for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. If you need shelter tonight, call 211 for the current local access point.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

United Counseling Service of Bennington County
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Bennington County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Washington County Mental Health Services
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Washington County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

VT Support Line
Mental Health Peer SupportPeer emotional support

Free peer support by phone for Vermonters who want to talk through difficult feelings or experiences. Not a replacement for 911 or 988.

🕒 24/7

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Lamoille County Mental Health Services
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Lamoille County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont Health Connect
HealthcareHealth insurance and Medicaid enrollment

Official Vermont marketplace and enrollment pathway for qualified health plans, Medicaid, and Dr. Dynasaur.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Senior Helpline
Disability BenefitsAging and disability navigation

Statewide information and referral for Vermonters age 60 and older, including benefits, care, housing, nutrition, and caregiver resources.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Voices Against Violence
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Franklin County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

CIRCLE
Domestic Abuse SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Washington County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Women's Freedom Center
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Windham County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont Community Action Partnership
Benefits & Social ServicesRegional community action agencies

Directory connecting Vermonters with five regional Community Action Agencies for housing, fuel, food, financial, employment, and family supports.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Outright Vermont
LGBTQ+ SupportLGBTQ+ youth support

Statewide support, community, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ youth and young adults.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Atria Collective
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Addison County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Northeast Kingdom Human Services — St. Johnsbury
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Caledonia County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont Foodbank — Find Food
Food / Basic NeedsFood shelf and meal-site locator

Search more than 200 partner food shelves, meal sites, and food-assistance organizations across Vermont.

🕒 Website available 24/7; partner hours vary

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs
Veterans BenefitsState veterans benefits and records

State assistance with veterans benefits, records, property-tax programs, burials, and referrals.

Washington County🕒 Mon–Fri 7:30am–4pm
118 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05620

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Disability Rights Vermont
Disability BenefitsDisability rights advocacy

Free, confidential information, referral, advocacy, and potential legal representation for Vermonters with disabilities and mental health issues.

Washington County🕒 Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm♿ Contact the organization to request communication accommodations.
89 Main Street, Suite 301, Montpelier, VT 05602

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Northeast Kingdom Human Services — Derby
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Orleans County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

SafeSpace Anti-Violence Program
LGBTQ+ SupportLGBTQ+ survivor support

Free, confidential advocacy and resources for LGBTQ+ survivors of violence, harassment, discrimination, stalking, trafficking, and abuse statewide.

🕒 Mon–Thu 10am–6pm; Fri 10am–2pm🗣 English♿ Secure web chat is available.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

The Advocacy Program at Umbrella
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Caledonia County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

AWARE
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Caledonia County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

MOSAIC Vermont
Sexual Assault SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Washington County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Community Care Network — Rutland Mental Health Services
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Rutland County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont 2-1-1
General NavigationHealth and human services referrals

Free statewide navigation for housing, food, health care, benefits, transportation, and other community services.

🕒 24/7🗣 English, Interpreter access available

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline
Domestic Abuse SupportConfidential survivor advocacy

Statewide confidential hotline connecting survivors of domestic abuse to local advocates, safety planning, legal advocacy, and shelter options.

🕒 24/7
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Protect Against Violent Encounters (PAVE)
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Bennington County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

WISE
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Windsor County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont Parent Child Center Network
Childcare / Family SupportPregnancy and early-family support

Statewide network supporting pregnant and parenting families with children under six through regional Parent Child Centers.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Care Partners Agency and Crisis Directory
Mental Health / Crisis CareCommunity mental health and developmental services

Official directory of Vermont's designated and specialized service agencies with intake and 24/7 regional crisis lines.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

DCF Economic Services Benefits Center
Benefits & Social ServicesFood, cash, fuel, and emergency benefits

Vermont DCF assistance with 3SquaresVT, Reach Up, Fuel Assistance, and other economic-service programs.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

3SquaresVT (SNAP)
Food / Basic NeedsFood benefits

Vermont's SNAP program provides eligible households an EBT card for groceries and participating farmers markets.

🕒 Mon–Fri business hours; online information available anytime

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Local Health Offices
HealthcarePublic health and local referrals

Vermont Department of Health offices connect residents with local public-health programs, WIC, immunizations, and community partners.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Child Care Financial Assistance Program (CCFAP)
Childcare / Family SupportChild care subsidy

Financial assistance that helps eligible Vermont families pay for child care.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Vermont Family Network Helpline
Childcare / Family SupportDisability and special-health-needs family support

Experienced family-support staff help parents and caregivers navigate health, education, disability, and community services.

🕒 Business hours; leave a message when closed

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Safeline
Survivor SupportConfidential local survivor advocacy

Confidential advocacy, safety planning, legal and hospital support, basic-needs navigation, and shelter or safe-home options for survivors.

Orange County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Office and shelter locations may be confidential. Call the hotline before traveling.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont Statewide Sexual Violence Hotline
Sexual Assault SupportConfidential survivor advocacy

Statewide confidential hotline connecting survivors of sexual violence to local advocates, hospital accompaniment, safety planning, and legal advocacy.

🕒 24/7
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Health Care and Rehabilitation Services
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Windsor County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Vermont Legal Aid and Legal Services Vermont
Legal AidStatewide civil legal help

Information, advice, and referrals for low-income, disabled, and older Vermonters with civil legal problems.

🕒 Intake hours vary; online request available anytime

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Veterans Crisis Line
Crisis / Urgent HelpVeteran and service-member crisis support

Free, confidential crisis support for Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and people concerned about them.

🕒 24/7♿ TTY: call 711, then 988.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Counseling Service of Addison County
Mental Health / Crisis CareDesignated community mental health agency

Regional mental health intake, counseling, crisis response, and related community supports.

Addison County🕒 24/7 crisis line; other services during agency hours
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Crisis Text Line — Text VT to 741741
Crisis / Urgent HelpText-based emotional crisis support

Text VT to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

🕒 24/7

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Emergency Services — 911
Crisis / Urgent HelpImmediate danger or medical emergency

Call or text 911 when someone is in immediate danger or needs emergency police, fire, or medical response.

🕒 24/7🗣 English, Interpreter access varies by dispatch center♿ Text-to-911 availability may vary; voice call is preferred when safe.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Crisis / Urgent HelpSuicide and emotional crisis

Free, confidential crisis counseling for suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or concern about someone else.

🕒 24/7🗣 English, Spanish, ASL, Arabic, Bosnian, Burmese, Chinese-Mandarin, Dari, French, Haitian Creole, Kirundi, Maay Maay, Nepali, Pashto, Portuguese, Somali, Swahili, Tigrinya, Ukrainian, Vietnamese♿ ASL and multilingual options are available through the Lifeline.

Last verified: 2026-08-02

Women's Freedom Center
Domestic Abuse SupportAdvocacy & Shelter

Advocacy, shelter, and support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the Brattleboro / Deerfield Valley area.

Windham County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location confidential. Contact for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

John W. Graham Emergency Shelter
Emergency HousingEmergency Shelter

Emergency overnight shelter for individuals and families in the Addison County area. Call ahead for availability.

Addison County🕒 Intake evenings; call ahead🗣 English
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Call ahead — availability changes.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

New Story Center
Domestic Abuse SupportAdvocacy & Shelter

Confidential advocacy, shelter, and safety planning for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Rutland County.

Rutland County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location is confidential. Contact advocate for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

North Central Vermont Recovery Center
Recovery MeetingRecovery Community Center

Peer recovery community center serving Washington County with meetings, support, and recovery resources.

Washington County🕒 Call for schedule🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Circle — Domestic & Sexual Violence
Domestic Abuse SupportAdvocacy & Shelter

Advocacy, shelter, and support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Washington County.

Washington County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location is confidential. Contact advocate for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Project Against Violent Encounters (PAVE)
Domestic Abuse SupportAdvocacy & Shelter

Advocacy, shelter, and support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Bennington County.

Bennington County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location confidential. Contact advocate for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

WomenSafe
Domestic Abuse SupportAdvocacy & Shelter

Advocacy, shelter, and support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Addison County.

Addison County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location confidential. Contact advocate for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Voices Against Violence
Domestic Abuse SupportAdvocacy

Advocacy and support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Franklin County.

Franklin County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location confidential. Contact advocate for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Umbrella — NEK Domestic & Sexual Violence
Domestic Abuse SupportAdvocacy

Advocacy and support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence in the Northeast Kingdom.

Caledonia County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location confidential. Contact advocate for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Rutland Mental Health Services
Mental Health Peer SupportCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health and substance use services for Rutland County, including crisis, outpatient, and recovery support.

Rutland County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis line 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont Parent Child Center Network
Childcare / Family SupportParent Child Center

Network of parent-child centers across Vermont offering family support, early childhood services, parenting education, and basic needs.

Statewide County🕒 Varies by center🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

The Bus — Marble Valley Regional Transit
TransportationPublic Transit

Public transit bus service for the greater Rutland area, including Marble Valley Regional Transit.

Rutland County🕒 Varies by route🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont 2-1-1
General NavigationInformation & Referral

Free, confidential 24/7 information and referral line connecting Vermonters to housing, food, crisis, benefits, domestic/sexual violence services, substance use programs, legal help, and family services statewide.

Statewide County🕒 24/7🗣 English, Spanish

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Pride Center of Vermont
LGBTQ+ SupportLGBTQ+ Community Center

Statewide LGBTQ+ community center offering support, resources, connection, and programs for LGBTQ+ Vermonters.

Statewide County🕒 Call/website for hours🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS)
Mental Health Peer SupportCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health, substance use, and developmental services for Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans Counties, including crisis support.

Caledonia County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Capstone Community Action
Benefits & Social ServicesCommunity Action

Community action agency providing fuel/heat, food, housing, and benefits assistance in central Vermont (Washington, Orange, Lamoille).

Washington County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Champlain Islanders Connected — Grand Isle
Benefits & Social ServicesCommunity Navigation

Community services and navigation for Grand Isle County residents, connecting islanders to housing, food, and benefits.

Grand Isle County🕒 Call for hours🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Let's Grow Kids
Childcare / Family SupportChildcare Resources

Statewide movement and resource hub for high-quality, affordable childcare and early childhood development in Vermont.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

VTrans — Vermont Public Transit
TransportationPublic Transit

Coordinated statewide public transit information and route finder, covering rural and regional bus services across Vermont.

Statewide County🕒 Varies by route🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont Office of Veterans Services
Veterans BenefitsVeterans Services

State office assisting veterans with benefits, claims, education, and connection to VA services statewide.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont NA Helpline & Meetings
Recovery MeetingNA

Narcotics Anonymous meetings and helpline for Vermont. Call or search online for meeting times and locations.

Statewide County🕒 Varies🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

3SquaresVT / SNAP — Economic Services
Food / Basic NeedsSNAP / Food Benefits

SNAP food benefits application and support. Call for help with 3SquaresVT/SNAP applications and benefits.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm🗣 English, Spanish

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont Health Connect
HealthcareHealth Insurance

Vermont's health insurance marketplace and Medicaid (Green Mountain Care) enrollment, helping residents find affordable health coverage.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 9am-1pm🗣 English, Spanish

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont Coordinated Entry — Housing Navigation
Shelter / HousingHousing Navigation

Statewide coordinated entry and general housing/homelessness navigation. Dial 211 to connect to emergency housing, shelter, and rapid rehousing.

Statewide County🕒 24/7 (211)🗣 English, Spanish

Last verified: 2026-08-03

RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Sexual Assault SupportHotline

National 24/7 sexual assault hotline — free, confidential support by phone, chat, and text for survivors.

Statewide County🕒 24/7🗣 English, Spanish

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont Department of Health
HealthcarePublic Health

State health department offering public health programs, immunizations, substance use services, and health information statewide.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

The MOOver — Deerfield Valley Transit
TransportationPublic Transit

Public transit bus service for the Deerfield Valley and southern Windham County.

Windham County🕒 Varies by season🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

AA Meetings — Vermont Area 70
Recovery MeetingAA

Online and in-person AA meetings across Vermont. Check the meeting finder for current times, formats, and locations.

Statewide County🕒 Varies🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

National Domestic Violence Hotline
Domestic Abuse SupportHotline

National 24/7 domestic violence hotline — free, confidential support, safety planning, and referral for anyone affected by relationship abuse.

Statewide County🕒 24/7🗣 English, Spanish

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Rural Community Transportation (RCT)
TransportationPublic Transit

Volunteer-driver and public transportation services for the Northeast Kingdom (Caledonia, Essex, Orleans).

Caledonia County🕒 Mon-Fri; varies🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

NAMI Vermont — Peer & Family Support Groups
Support GroupMental Health Support Group

Free, confidential peer support groups for people living with mental health conditions and for family members supporting a loved one.

Statewide County🕒 Varies; online & in-person🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL)
Disability BenefitsIndependent Living

Independent living support, peer support, and disability services for Vermonters with disabilities statewide.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-4pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

SMART Recovery — Vermont
Recovery MeetingSMART Recovery

Science-based, non-12-step support for alcohol, drug use, and addictive behaviors. Online and in-person meetings available.

Statewide County🕒 Varies🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

WIC Vermont
Childcare / Family SupportNutrition

WIC nutrition program for pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children. Nutrition education and healthy food.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri🗣 English, Spanish

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Groundworks Collaborative — Shelter & Housing
Emergency HousingEmergency Shelter

Emergency shelter, housing, and basic needs services for people experiencing homelessness in the Brattleboro area.

Windham County🕒 Call for intake🗣 English
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Call ahead — availability changes.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Lamoille Family Center
Childcare / Family SupportParent Child Center

Parent-child center offering family support, early childhood services, parenting education, and basic needs in Lamoille County.

Lamoille County🕒 Mon-Fri🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

United Counseling Service (UCS)
Mental Health Peer SupportCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health, substance use, and developmental services for Bennington County, including crisis support.

Bennington County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Brattleboro Retreat
HealthcarePsychiatric Hospital

Inpatient and outpatient mental health and addiction treatment hospital serving Vermont and the region.

Windham County🕒 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Counseling Service of Addison County (CSAC)
Mental Health Peer SupportCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health, substance use, and developmental services for Addison County, including crisis support.

Addison County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS)
Mental Health Peer SupportCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health, substance use, and developmental services for Franklin and Grand Isle Counties, including crisis support.

Franklin County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Safeline — Sexual Violence Support
Sexual Assault SupportAdvocacy

Confidential advocacy and support for survivors of sexual violence in Orange and Windsor Counties.

Orange County🕒 24/7 hotline
🔒Contact advocate or resource for safe location details. Location confidential. Contact for safe details.

Last verified: 2026-08-03

📞 Call before visiting to confirm availability.

Health Care & Rehabilitation Services (HCRS)
Mental Health Peer SupportCommunity Mental Health

Community mental health, substance use, and developmental services for Windham County, including crisis support.

Windham County🕒 Mon-Fri; crisis 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Turning Point Center of Rutland
Recovery MeetingRecovery Community Center

Peer recovery community center offering recovery meetings, peer support, and resources in the Rutland area.

Rutland County🕒 Call for schedule🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

BROC Community Action
Benefits & Social ServicesCommunity Action

Community action agency providing housing, fuel/heat, food, and benefits assistance in Rutland County.

Rutland County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Legal Services Law Line of Vermont
Legal AidLegal Hotline

Free legal information and referral hotline for Vermonters with civil legal questions.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont Legal Aid
Legal AidCivil Legal Aid

Free civil legal help for low-income Vermonters in areas including housing, benefits, family, consumer, and health.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Vermont Foodbank
Food / Basic NeedsFood Bank

Statewide food bank distributing food to partner food shelves and feeding programs across Vermont.

Statewide County🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-4pm🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Pathways Vermont Community Support Line
Mental Health Peer SupportPeer Support Line

Non-clinical, 24/7 support line staffed by peers for emotional support, connection, and navigation — a alternative to crisis lines for anyone who needs to talk.

Statewide County🕒 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

VT Helplink — Substance Use Navigation
Crisis / Urgent HelpSubstance Use Navigation

Free, confidential 24/7 help by phone, text, and chat for alcohol, substance use, and mental health support. A strong first step for treatment navigation across Vermont.

Statewide County🕒 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Crisis Text Line
Crisis / Urgent HelpText Support

Free, 24/7 text-based crisis support. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.

Statewide County🕒 24/7🗣 English

Last verified: 2026-08-03

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Vermont
Crisis / Urgent HelpCrisis Line

Free, confidential 24/7 support for people in suicidal crisis, emotional distress, or substance use crisis. Call or text 988, or chat online.

Statewide County🕒 24/7🗣 English, Spanish

Last verified: 2026-08-03

Resource details should be verified regularly. Shelter availability and meeting times change. First Step VT does not guarantee availability or eligibility.

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