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HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | CENTRAL VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is also published in the Healthy Community flyer, a publication of the hospital. Topics include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, car seat safety, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings. Provides the Vermont Department of Health Quit Time services that link Vermonters to free services and information to quit smoking. Offers phone, 802 QUITS, and in-person coaching, online support, access to free nicotine replacement (gum, patches and lozenges) and self-help tools, as well as to a Quit Time Tobacco Cessation series of weekly support meetings. Specially designed phone coaching sessions and self-help materials are available for pregnant smokers. Health and disease-specific support group information is available by calling the Healthy Community Program number at Central Vermont Community Center. Examples of program offerings are: Healthier Living Workshop, Portion Distortion, Pre-Natal Yoga, Childbirth Education Classes, and Community Reiki Clinics.

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Nutrition Education
Diabetes Management Clinics
Wellness Programs
Information Clearinghouses
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
General Health Education Programs
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Smoking/Vaping Cessation

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | NORTH STAR HEALTH

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations provided virtually for the community. Topics may include movement and exercise, nutrition, and health/disease-specific support group meetings. Provides information and access to My Healthy Vermont self-management for individuals living with diseases and Wellness Recovery Action Planning for mental health self-management. Quit Smoking, Vaping, or using nicotine virtual classes are also offered. They partner with 802 Quits, which provides free patches, nicotine gum and lozenges.

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Information Clearinghouses
General Health Education Programs
Flu Vaccines
Diabetes Management Clinics
Nutrition Education
Wellness Programs
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Smoking/Vaping Cessation

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | SOUTHWESTERN VERMONT HEALTH CARE

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is also published in the Healthy Plus, a publication of the hospital. Topics may include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, car seat safety, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings.

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Wellness Programs
Diabetes Management Clinics
Information Clearinghouses
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
Nutrition Education
General Health Education Programs
Smoking/Vaping Cessation

HLAA INFORMATION AND REFERRAL | HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

Provides information, education, support, and advocacy on topics such as hearing loss, audiologists, hearing aids, cochlear implants, and telecommunications equipment through local chapters and state organizations. The program offers online peer-to-peer networking. HLAA also has an active social media presence, on Facebook: (HearingLossAssociation), Twitter: (@HLAA), and Instagram (hearinglossassociation).

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Peer to Peer Networking
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Specialized Information and Referral

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is provided on line and is also published in flyer form. Topics may include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, car seat safety, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings. Classes and workshops may be held at various host sites throughout the area.

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General Health Education Programs
Special Libraries
Fall Prevention Programs
Diabetes Management Clinics
Information Clearinghouses
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Wellness Programs
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
Mental Health Self Management Programs
Public Awareness/Education
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | BRATTLEBORO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is provided on-line and is also published in flyer form. Topics include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings.

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Wellness Programs
Mental Health Self Management Programs
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Information Clearinghouses
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Diabetes Management Clinics
General Health Education Programs
Nutrition Education
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs

KINDRED CONNECTION | VERMONT CANCER SUPPORT NETWORK

Provides one-on-one peer support to those recently diagnosed, in treatment, living with cancer, beyond cancer, or caregivers.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Peer to Peer Networking

PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUPS | AMERICAN PARKINSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION - VERMONT CHAPTER

Facilitates monthly support group meetings. In-person and virtual groups offered.

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Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM | TWIN STATES NETWORK

Provides trained Peer Advocates who work one-on-one with individuals living with HIV/AIDS to provide ongoing support through virtual meetings, phone calls, and email. A support group meets online twice during the week and on certain Sundays.

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Peer Counseling
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

CANCER CENTER SERVICES | UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER

Provides comprehensive cancer-related treatment in a research-based, clinical care environment. Services include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgical treatment, and palliative care for individuals with cancer. Also researches cancer causes, prevention, cures, and treatments.

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Disease/Disability Information
Nutrition Education
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Cancer Clinics
Clinical Trials

ADULT SERVICES | VERMONT ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED

Provides low vision services, including evaluation, information and referral, peer support groups, and instruction on adaptive techniques and aides for daily living. Transportation and Braille transcription services are also available. Offers volunteer opportunities for driving, errand assistance, and reading. Services can take place in home, at a central training site, or in a group setting at 11 different locations throughout Vermont.

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Disability Related Transportation
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Specialized Information and Referral
Assistive Technology Training
Orientation and Mobility Training
Transportation Volunteer Opportunities
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Blind Mobility Aids
Case/Care Management
Reading Services for People With Disabilities

CANCER CENTER SERVICES | DARTMOUTH HEALTH

Provides comprehensive cancer-related treatment in a research-based, clinical care environment. Services include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgical treatment, and palliative care for individuals with cancer. Also researches cancer causes, prevention, cures, and treatments.

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Disease/Disability Information
Clinical Trials
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Cancer Clinics
Nutrition Education

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is provided on line and is also published in flyer form. Topics may include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, car seat safety, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings. Classes and workshops may be held at various host sites throughout the area.

What's Here

General Health Education Programs
Special Libraries
Fall Prevention Programs
Diabetes Management Clinics
Information Clearinghouses
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Wellness Programs
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
Mental Health Self Management Programs
Public Awareness/Education
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

ADULT SERVICES | VERMONT ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED

Provides low vision services, including evaluation, information and referral, peer support groups, and instruction on adaptive techniques and aides for daily living. Transportation and Braille transcription services are also available. Offers volunteer opportunities for driving, errand assistance, and reading. Services can take place in home, at a central training site, or in a group setting at 11 different locations throughout Vermont.

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Disability Related Transportation
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Specialized Information and Referral
Assistive Technology Training
Orientation and Mobility Training
Transportation Volunteer Opportunities
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Blind Mobility Aids
Case/Care Management
Reading Services for People With Disabilities

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | NORTHEASTERN VERMONT REGIONAL HOSPITAL

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is provided on line and is also published in flyer form. Topics include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, car seat safety, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings. Provides the Vermont Department of Health Quit Time services that link Vermonters to free services and information to quit smoking. Offers phone, 802 QUITS, and in-person coaching, online support, access to free nicotine replacement (gum, patches and lozenges) and self-help tools, as well as to a Quit Time Tobacco Cessation series of weekly support meetings.

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Nutrition Education
General Health Education Programs
Wellness Programs
Information Clearinghouses
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
Mental Health Self Management Programs
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Smoking/Vaping Cessation

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | WEEKS MEDICAL CENTER

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is provided on line and is also published in flyer form. Topics include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, car seat safety, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings.

What's Here

Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Information Clearinghouses
Nutrition Education
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
General Health Education Programs
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Diabetes Management Clinics
Wellness Programs

ADULT SERVICES | VERMONT ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED

Provides low vision services, including evaluation, information and referral, peer support groups, and instruction on adaptive techniques and aides for daily living. Transportation and Braille transcription services are also available. Offers volunteer opportunities for driving, errand assistance, and reading. Services can take place in home, at a central training site, or in a group setting at 11 different locations throughout Vermont.

What's Here

Disability Related Transportation
Independent Living Skills Instruction
Specialized Information and Referral
Assistive Technology Training
Orientation and Mobility Training
Transportation Volunteer Opportunities
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Blind Mobility Aids
Case/Care Management
Reading Services for People With Disabilities

CANCERCARE ONLINE SUPPORT GROUPS | CANCERCARE

Offers online support for patients, caregivers, and those mourning the loss of a loved one through cancer using a password-protected message board format (not live chat). Support groups are led by oncology social workers.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups

SUPPORT GROUPS FOR PARENTS | VERMONT FAMILY NETWORK

Maintains a list of parent-led support groups for parents and other family members of children of any age with disabilities and special health needs. List includes social groups for individuals with disabilities. Offers a small stipend for parents who want to start a new support group.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups

SERVICES FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV | AIDS PROJECT OF SOUTHERN VERMONT

Provides case management, benefits advocacy, volunteer support services, health and addiction treatment referrals, condom and safer sex information, nutritious food program, and limited financial assistance to help with basic and emergency needs.

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Specialized Information and Referral
Case/Care Management
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | COPLEY HOSPITAL

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is provided online and is also published in flyer form. Topics can include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings. See website for calendar of classes and events.

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General Health Education Programs
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Wellness Programs
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Mental Health Self Management Programs
Nutrition Education
Diabetes Management Clinics

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | SOUTHWESTERN VERMONT HEALTH CARE

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is also published in the Healthy Plus, a publication of the hospital. Topics may include movement and exercise, nutrition, childbirth education, car seat safety, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings.

What's Here

Wellness Programs
Diabetes Management Clinics
Information Clearinghouses
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs
Nutrition Education
General Health Education Programs
Smoking/Vaping Cessation

POST-STROKE COMMUNICATION GROUP | ELEANOR M. LUSE CENTER FOR COMMUNICATION: SPEECH, LANGUAGE AND HEARING, THE

Facilitates post-stroke support group meetings with emphasis on using all viable means of communication. An initial evaluation is strongly recommended prior to participating in the Post-Stroke Communication Group. This information helps determine the participant's communication level and amount of support needed to be successful in this group.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS | GIFFORD MEDICAL CENTER

Offers a series of health-related workshops and presentations for the community, many of which are offered by health professionals. Information about local wellness programs is provided on line and is also published in flyer form. Topics may include movement and exercise, nutrition, chronic disease self-management, and health/disease specific support group meetings. Provides the Vermont Deaprtment of Health Quit Time services that link Vermonters to free services and information to quit smoking. Offers phone, 802 QUITS, and in-person coaching, online support, access to free nicotine replacement (gum, patches and lozenges) and self-help tools, as well as to a Vermont Quit Partners Fresh Start Program series of weekly support meetings. Series is four-weeks long; new sessions start every month. Click on Support Group tab to see list of support groups. Project Independence Caregiver Support Group can provide respite care during meetings if it's necessary to bring a loved one. Contact Project Independence the week before to request.

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Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Mental Health Self Management Programs
General Health Education Programs
Wellness Programs
Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Diabetes Management Clinics
Caregiver/Care Receiver Support Groups
Information Clearinghouses
Nutrition Education
Chronic Disease Self Management Programs

ALS SUPPORT GROUP | ALS ASSOCIATION

Offers informational and peer social support groups for people living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS), and their families, friends, and caregivers. A variety of ongoing support groups are held throughout the year for persons with ALS/PLS, family, and family caregivers. Some groups are limited to persons with bulbar ALS or to caregivers only. Contact the agency for a current listing. For groups held on Zoom, assistance learning Zoom functions is available.

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Health/Disability Related Support Groups