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Provides case management, clean up, donation matching, financial resources, home repair, and rebuilding assistance to those impacted by the flood, and volunteer opportunities.

Provides a line dedicated to improving the detection, prevention, investigation, and prosecution of criminal conduct related to natural and man-made disasters and other emergencies, such as Covid-19.

Provides public awareness and education to promote community wellness and to prevent the misuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, with an emphasis on youth substance use prevention. Collaborates with other wellness programs, schools, and communities to help them promote healthy behaviors and reduce health risks.

Matches individuals affected by spinal cord injuries to peer mentors with similar experiences, in order to provide information, support, and resources for navigating daily life.

Helps eligible parents earn two- or four-year undergraduate college degrees with the goal of getting good paying jobs so they can support their families. The program provides monthly cash payments, support services, help with childcare, transportation, and school supplies, and may provide benefits through Reach Ahead if the parent is working and the PSE grant closes.

Provides a transitional housing program to individuals leaving incarceration and transitioning to the community.

Offers free twice-weekly group sessions facilitated by trained volunteers who provide strength training designed to prevent and reverse osteoporosis, improve balance, provide companionship, prevent isolation, and enhance energy and well-being. A pre-recorded Bone Builders class is available online for experienced Bone Builders participants.

Provides peer mentorship, short-term mental health counseling, and small, virtual groups for individuals new to caregiving, and experienced caregivers. Offers evidence-based therapeutic groups to family caregivers as well as resources and referrals on family caregiver issues such as legal assistance and respite care.

Provides legal advice or representation for Vermonters with physical or developmental disabilities when their legal problems arise from their disabilities. Cases include guardianship, special education, discrimination in employment and housing, access to health care, and Social Security Disability-related benefits problems.

Provides professional assistance with the assessment and development of plans for the care of individuals who, because of age, illness, disability or other difficulties, need assistance in planning and arranging for in-home care services. The Sharon Health Initiative's community health care worker will coordinate the delivery of needed services like adequate food and shelter and overall management of th individual's health well-being. This may include provision of assistance/education around following medical advice and proper medication taking, assessing in-home mobility safety to reduce the risk of falls, assisting families with understanding the issues and needs of the family member requiring in-home care services, and providing ongoing follow-up visits to ensure the best possible health outcomes. All services provided are confidential and specific to each individual's needs.

Provides individualized, comprehensive care to Veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless through a dedicated call center and chat services, and a Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Coordinator.

Provides presentations and speakers with lived experience on substance abuse issues to schools, church groups, and community organizations upon request. Presentations are tailored to appropriate age groups and public interest.

Provides victims of sexual assault with access to a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) and, if they wish, a Victim Advocate. SARCs and Advocates are not counselors or licensed clinicians, but are a confidential resource specialists. SARCs and Advocates will explain military reporting options available to the victim and connect them to appropriate medical, behavioral health, legal, spiritual, and financial resources available through the military.

Offers a diversion-like program that connects participants with substance use, mental health, and other community-based service supports, regardless of the participants criminal history, with the aim of improving the person's health and reducing future adverse involvement in the justice system. Successful completion of program results in a dismissal of the criminal charge.

Offers monthly in-person support groups that bring individuals with lung diseases together to learn skills to help manage their lung conditions and improve their quality of life.

Offers innovative and often very intensive assistance to youth transitioning to adulthood with accessing and succeeding in employment, education, housing, positive relationships, community connections, and living independently. The JOBS program focuses on youth who have either left or are seriously at-risk-of leaving school prior to successful graduation and are at high risk for involvement with the criminal justice system, substance use, homelessness, physical abuse, abusive behaviors, or other areas of significant concern.

Provides information, support, and referrals for individuals diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), as well as their family members and caregivers. Experienced LBD caregivers are available to listen to clients, provide emotional support, share their own stories, and provide referrals to helpful resources. Also provides an online library of literature and educational materials regarding LBD, including resources for patients, families, caregivers, and medical professionals. Other options include online support groups.

Provides financial assistance of up to 50,000 dollars per unit to make vacant rental units available by assisting with health and safety repairs, as well as repairing code violations such as electrical, plumbing, water, septic, heating systems, roof, accessibility, and other structural repairs. Program participants are required to provide a 20% match of grant funds and rent units at or below HUD Fair Market Rent prices. Program can also assist with the creation of new units, including accessory dwelling units.

Helps eligible parents earn two- or four-year undergraduate college degrees with the goal of getting good paying jobs so they can support their families. The program provides monthly cash payments, support services, help with childcare, transportation, and school supplies, and may provide benefits through Reach Ahead if the parent is working and the PSE grant closes.

Provides year round shelter services for families experiencing homelessness.

Offers a resource center focused on improving the quality of service and support offered to LGBTQ2+ older adults. Includes an online resource library of information related to LGBTQ2+ aging, and resources specific to each state; an information and referral service for LGBTQ2+ older adults, their families, and their caregivers; and training and technical assistance for healthcare providers, LGBTQ2+ organizations, and LGBTQ2+ older adults.

Offers services that may include employment counseling and guidance, provision of technical assistance in different settings (such as accommodations at work and home), adaptive equipment, technical assistance regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and information about deaf and hard of hearing clubs, associations, and support groups.

Provides confidential consultations by trained professional case managers who can provide assistance with planning and arranging for support services. Assessments are provided both in home or pre-dismissal from hospitals or rehabilitation centers to determine eligibility for a variety of programs including Medicaid, SSI, food stamps, fuel assistance, housing, transportation, state pharmacy assistance programs, Lifeline telephone credit, respite and in-home services. Provides assistance with filling out forms for submission. Case managers also work with the VA in assisting veterans with applying for the Veterans Independence Program.

Provides a range of services to improve the safety and wellbeing of children and families. Services include care coordination, family safety planning, family time coaching and family finding.

Provides screenings and referral services for participants charged with a crime whose substance misuse or mental health issues may underlie their criminal behavior.