988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Dial 9-8-8
Vermont Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information.
Text “VT” to 741741
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.
Toll-Free (800) 662-4357
TTY: (800) 487-4889
NAMI Vermont
NAMI Vermont supports, educates, and advocates so that all communities, families, and individuals affected by mental health challenges can build better lives.
600 Blair Park Road, Suite 301
Williston VT 05495
Toll-Free: (800) 639-6480
Phone: (802) 876-7949
Email: info@namivt.org
Vermont Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
The Vermont Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health exists to support families and children where a child or youth, age 0-22, is experiencing or at risk of experiencing emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges.
PO Box 1577
Williston, VT 05495
Toll-Free: (800) 639-6071
Phone: (802) 876-7021
Department of Mental Health
Commissioner Emily Hawes
280 State Drive, NOB 2 North
Waterbury, VT 05671-2010
Phone: (802) 241-0090
Fax: (802) 241-0100
State Long-Term Care Ombudsman (Vermont Legal Aid)
The SLTCOP protects the safety, welfare, and rights of Vermonters in nursing homes, residential care homes, and people using Choices for Care home and community-based services. An Ombudsman’s primary responsibility is to investigate and resolve complaints on behalf of individuals.
Phone: 1-800-889-2047
Vermont Psychiatric Care Hospital
350 Fisher Rd
Montpelier, VT 05633
Phone: (802) 828-3300
Vermont Department of Financial Regulation
VDFR is committed to protecting consumers against unfair and unlawful business practices in banking, investments, insurance, and captive insurance while ensuring those licensed to provide services remain financially healthy. The Department’s work ensures that all Vermonters can access financial and insurance-related services with confidence
Toll-Free: 1-800-631-7788
Department of Vermont Health Access
The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA), within the State of Vermont’s Agency of Human Services, is responsible for administering the Vermont Medicaid health insurance program and Vermont’s state-based exchange for health insurance.
280 State Drive, NOB 1 South
Waterbury, Vermont 05671-1010
Phone: (802) 879-5900
Fax: (802) 241-0260
Medical Practice Board
The Vermont Board of Medical Practice protects and promotes the health and safety of Vermonters by ensuring professional integrity through the licensure of healthcare practitioners and the investigation of complaints in a fair manner that is respectful to all parties.
Phone: (802) 657-4220
AHS.VDHMedicalBoard@vermont.gov
Alyssum
Alyssum’s two-bed home is a residential crisis respite and hospital diversion service funded by the Vermont Department of Mental Health. The program is free to all eligible Vermont residents. It is peer-run and designed for people needing short-term support while working on recovery and discovery.
927 Route 100 North
Rochester VT 05767
Phone: (802) 767-6000
information@alyssum.org
Soteira House (Pathways Vermont)
Soteria House is a Therapeutic Community Residence for the prevention of hospitalization for individuals experiencing a distressing extreme state, commonly referred to as psychosis. We believe that psychosis can be a temporary experience that one works through rather than a chronic mental illness that needs to be managed.
Inquire Here
Busy Head Project
A non-profit mental health foundation founded by Noah Kahan aimed at raising awareness, reducing stigma, and providing resources.
info@busyheadproject.org
Designated Hospitals
Brattleboro Retreat
1 Anna Marsh Lane
P.O. Box 803
Brattleboro, VT, 05302
Toll-Free: (800) 738-7328
Phone: (802) 258-3700
Central Vermont Medical Center
130 Fisher Road
Berlin, VT 05602
Phone: (802) 371-4100
Rutland Regional Medical Center
160 Allen Street
Rutland, VT 05701
Phone: (802) 775-7111
University of Vermont Medical Center
111 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Toll-Free (800) 358-1144
Phone: (802) 847-0000
Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center – WRJ
163 Veterans Drive
White River Junction, VT 05001
Phone: (802) 295-9363 ext 5760
Windham Center
1 Hospital Court
Bellows Falls, VT 05101
Phone: (802) 463-1346
Designated Agencies
The Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living (DAIL) designates one Designated Agency (DA) in each geographic region of the state as responsible for ensuring needed services are available within their region.
Counseling Service of Addison County (CSAC)
The Counseling Service of Addison County is committed to promoting stable and safe communities by helping people live emotionally healthy and satisfying lives.
89 Main St
Middlebury, VT 05753
Phone: (802) 388-6751
Help-Line: (802) 388-7641
United Counseling Service
UCS provides emergency services to any child, youth, school, family, or caregiver in Bennington County who needs help to deal with a youth-related mental health crisis.
100 Ledge Hill Drive
Bennington, VT 05201
Phone: (802) 442-5491
Email: contactus@ucsvt.org
Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS)
WCMHS serves all individuals and families coping with the challenges of developmental and intellectual disabilities, mental health, and substance use by providing trauma-informed services to support them as they achieve their highest potential and best possible quality of life.
885 South Barre Road
Barre, VT 05670
Phone: (802) 229-0591
Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS)
NKHS provides a full continuum of care to adults in the community who are experiencing stressors of daily life, acute emotional distress, serious and persistent mental illness, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
181 Crawford Farm Road, Derby, VT or 2225 Portland Street, St. Johnsbury, Vermont 05819
Phone: (802) 334-6744 or (802) 748-3181
Howard Center
Howard Center serves children, adults, families, and communities as the designated provider for mental health and developmental disability services and the preferred provider for substance use services in Chittenden County.
Help-Line: (802) 488-7777
Phone: (802) 488-6000
Northwestern Counseling and Support Services, Inc.
Northwestern Counseling and Support Services ensures that the residents of Franklin and Grand Isle Counties have access to high-quality services, which promote healthy living and emotional well-being.
107 Fisher Pond Road St Albans, VT 05478
Phone: (802) 524-6554
Toll Free in VT: (800) 834-7793
Fax: (802) 524-3894
Lamoille County Mental Health
Lamoille County Mental Health Services is a nonprofit organization providing quality developmental and behavioral health to the Lamoille Valley area, enhancing independence and quality of life.
72 Harrel Street
Morrisville, VT 05661
Phone (802) 888-5026
Fax (802) 888-6393
Upper Valley Services, Inc.
Upper Valley Services provides inclusive and person-centered supports for people to live their best lives and is a member organization of Vermont Care Partners.
267 Waits River Road
Bradford, VT 05033
Phone: (802) 222-9235
66 Dickerson Road Route 100 B
Moretown, VT 05660
Phone: (802) 496-7830
Fax: (802) 496-7833
1540 VT Rt. 66,
Randolph, VT 05060
Phone: (802) 728-4476
Fax: (802) 728-6741
Rutland Mental Health Services, Inc.
Community Care Network is comprised of Rutland Mental Health Services and Rutland Community Programs. The mission of CCN is to enhance the health and well-being of our communities, individuals and families through responsive, innovative and collaborative services. The programs of Community Care Network serve more than 3,000 people each year throughout Rutland County.
78 South Main Street
Rutland, VT 05701
Help-Line: (802) 775-1000
Intake: (802) 775-2381
Washington County Mental Health Services, Inc.
Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) is designated by Vermont Statute to provide a wide variety of support and treatment opportunities for children, adolescents, families, and adults living with the challenges of mental illness, emotional and behavioral issues, substance use disorder, and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
885 South Barre Road
Barre, VT 05670
Phone: (802) 229-0591
Health Care and Rehabilitation Services of Southeastern Vermont
HCRS recognizes that individual lives and needs are frequently complex and that no single organization or agency can address all of them. To assist in the provision of coordinated and comprehensive care, HCRS works collaboratively with over 60 area service providers, healthcare agencies, and community organizations to meet the needs of those who live in our communities.
390 River Street
Springfield, VT 05156
Phone: (802) 886-4500
51 Fairview Street
Brattleboro, VT 05301
(802) 254-6028
49 School Street
Hartford, VT 05047
(802) 295-3031