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Provides a telephone and/or face-to-face response to individuals in crisis. This service offers an immediate intervention and suicide prevention response by mental health counselors and connects individuals to resources that best fit the needs of their particular situations. Within the First Call program there are specialized services such as crisis case management, crisis respite, support services when a tragic event impacts a child, as well as Safety Net, an urgent response service for families impacted by incarceration. First Call also provides education, support, and "Gatekeeper Training" to community providers to promote prompt and appropriate response to mental health crises.

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.

Offers information related to healthcare, treatment costs, and managing complications of spinal cord injuries in order to improve an individual's health and quality of life.

The Resource Specialist supports families in reaching their goals related to maintaining safe, stable, and nurturing relationships and environments, by providing resources, referrals, and direct support with benefits/services navigation, application assistance, housing information, and advocacy.

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.

Provides information about the use of marijuana and other cannabis products. Also provides online resources for parents, educators, health care professionals, and community organizations.

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.

Operates a confidential legal helpline to help workers understand their rights. Topics include sick leave, family leave, pregnancy, and equal pay. Also covers discrimination related to being a parent or caregiver.

Assists caregivers in accessing supportive services and programs for which they may be eligible. Caregivers may apply for small grants from the Dementia Respite Program enabling them to have a period of respite from their caregiving responsibilities. Support services may also include coordination of support groups, caregiver trainings, and self-care informational bulletins and newsletters.

Conducts confidential ongoing outreach to current and former military members and their families, to identify potential needs and provide access to available services, including advanced outpatient mental health clinical services such as counseling and traumatic brain injury assessment. Also provides dental referral for veterans. Members of the outreach team can meet with veterans and families at home, at work, or any place in the community.

Supports housing stability for Vermont mobile home residents impacted by floodin, by providing flexible funding for essential goods and utilities. The Fund aims to alleviate immediate hardships and aid long-term recovery. Additional funding may be available to families with young children and those who meet other criteria

Provides connection, resource referrals, and other comprehensive supports to people living with epilepsy and their families.

Offers assistance to families who need to travel for childhood cancer treatment. Funds for domestic transportation and lodging accommodations are available to eligible families who meet program criteria.

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 health care services at all community outpatient clinics. Homebound Veterans are served by Home Based Primary Care (HBPC). Additional services can include basic nursing services, telemedicine, patient advocacy, hospice care, and physical, occupational, or speech therapies through a Skilled Home Care service.

Provides referrals to quality child care and specific supports to eligible children, and program consultation for early care and education and after school programs. CIS Coordinators assist families in accessing services appropriate to their needs. CIS teams have expertise in social work and family support, maternal/child health and nursing, child development and early intervention, early childhood and family mental health, and specialized child care. Child care financial assistance may be available.

Information to help support children who are struggling with mental health, behavior or learning challenges.

Offers a safe place that focuses on basic needs such as providing lunch and dinner; use of telephone and computer; and access to laundry facilities, hygiene items, clothes, and showers. Provides support, case management, and referrals. Free safer sex materials are available. LGBTQ2+ support offered.

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.

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.

Provides skills training in activities of daily living, safe travel techniques, independent management of personal finances, access to printed materials, and the use of adaptive technology and equipment.

Provides short-term flood response services including damage reporting, organizing volunteers, mucking, gutting, and treating mold caused by flooding. Volunteers are also available to deliver food, water, medications, tents, and other supplies.

Supports young parents seeking to complete their education, acquire relevant and desirable employment skills, and enhance life skills and parenting skills.

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 care to LGBTQ2+ Veterans. Services include mental health care, hormone therapy, HIV prevention, testing, and other STI treatments and screenings. Also provides gender affirming prosthetics, transgender and other LGBTQ2+ support groups and services.