View Search Results

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.

Provides a trauma informed, family-centered residential program where pregnant and parenting women can live with their children. Services include 24-hour counseling staff and on-site nursing staff, prenatal and postpartum health services, mental health counseling, substance use disorder treatment, group therapy, intensive case management services, individual and group parenting education, children's medical and mental health services; peer support, life skills and transition services. Options Counseling is also available for those who interested in exploring their parenting options.

Provides a voluntary program for youth who have received a civil violation for underage drinking or possession of alcohol, or a civil violation for possession of less than one ounce of marijuana. The program consists of a substance abuse assessment, screening, an education program, and community service.

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.

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.

Provides a database of resources that supports recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration.

Offers care partner support group meetings that create a safe, confidential, supportive environment and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships.

Provides temporary emergency shelter, along with supportive services that include searching for housing and employment, help with budgeting skills, connecting with appropriate state agencies, and transportation to meetings.

Provides a free, online support group for individuals living with or who have questions about Long Covid.

Provides emergency response services for individuals who are experiencing a crisis requiring immediate attention. Crisis support also provided over the phone, if necessary.

Provides assessment and treatment for opiate addiction. Services include screening intake, assessment, treatment planning, methadone maintenance and medically supervised withdrawal, counseling services, case management and referral, medical services, discharge planning, and follow-up. Also offers Open Access hours to improve access to medication and reduce wait times.

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.

Connects farmers with newly acquired disabilities with others who have successfully accommodated their disability, conducts on site home and work site assessments, and recommends way to safely continue farming. Also provides training and education about farming with a disability.

Offers a video learning system tailored to individuals of all technology levels. The platform offers support via phone and in all classes to assist learners with technology, as well as a booking system with regular reminders and after class notes. Leaners can choose from a catalog of over 3,000 courses that shift weekly and are available around the clock.

Provides access to community resources, including financial, medical, and legal information. In addition, a coordinator works with peers to improve options for independent living in the community.

Offers rapid consultation services for pediatric and perinatal providers in Vermont who have questions about diagnosis and treatment planning for their patients.

Provides the Studio Protector, an Internet guide that is an emergency preparedness and response toolkit for artists. Offers in-depth information including articles, interviews with artists and experts, tips, and annotated resource lists.

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.

Provides access to a set of service options that help older adults in their communities remain safely and independently in their homes as they age. Also provides a registered nurse for home health services. Services may include assessments, consultation, case management, foot care, uncomplicated wound care, and blood pressure screenings. Services available to participants may include transportation, companionship, social activities, opportunities for community involvement, and help with home chores.

Provides trained interpreters who work with most social service providers, including healthcare facilities and the Vermont judicial system.

Offers a variety of health and wellness programs that offer individual and/or group sessions which assist participants to understand how their lifestyle impacts their physical and mental health and to develop personal practices that enhance their total well-being. Wellness programs are subject to change.

Assists individuals in finding or maintaining employment of their own choice. Services for finding employment include career exploration, aptitude testing, counseling and guidance, transition services for students, vocational training, small business development, technology, and education. Services for maintaining employment include jobsite evaluation, adaptive equipment, low vision services, and support.

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 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.

Represents individuals who receive long term care services in nursing homes, residential care homes, assisted living residences, or their own homes through the Choices for Care Program. Issues addressed include quality of care, quality of life, and residents' rights.The project also advocates for systemic change that will improve the quality of care for individuals receiving long-term care services.