MENTAL HEALTH OMBUDSMAN PROJECT | DISABILITY RIGHTS VERMONT
89 Main Street, Suite 301, Montpelier, VT 05602
Eligibility
Individuals in inpatient psychiatric units - either as voluntary patients or as patients undergoing an Emergency Examination - or in Emergency Departments
Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
8022291359
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FAX
8022291355
Voice·
Information & Services | Confidential
8008347890
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Toll Free | Confidential
Fees
Free
Service area
Vermont state
Provides information, advice and advocacy to patients voluntarily admitted to inpatient psychiatric facilities or who are held on an involuntary 72-hour hold as part of an Emergency Examination. Offers outreach to individuals with mental health issues at designated hospitals and emergency departments. Investigates cases of serious abuse, neglect, and violation of rights against persons with mental illness who may not otherwise have access to Disability Rights Vermont services.
Last Assured
09/15/2025
Providing organization
DISABILITY RIGHTS VERMONT
Disability Rights Vermont is a statewide nonprofit organization that defends and advances the rights of individuals with disabilities. Services include free and confidential information and referral, advocacy, investigation of abuse and neglect, legal representation in select cases, assistance with Advance Directives, support for voters with disabilities, help addressing employment barriers for Social Security beneficiaries, and advocacy for crime victims with disabilities.