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Find Help.

Help is avaliable. The State of Vermont wants to remind all Vermonters that help is available for anyone experiencing mental health challenges of any kind and has provided the following resources that can be accessed 24/7.

  • Counselors can be accessed through the Crisis Text Line. Text “VT” to 741741 to connect with a trained professional.

  • We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. Call, text, or visit their website.

  • Dial 211 to access local resources, including the nearest community mental health providers. You can also visit their website.

  • The Vermont Department of Mental Health has a statewide resource list for finding help and support from Designated Agencies. The Vermont Department of Health also offers a detailed resource list. The Vermont Agency of Human Services has online information and contacts as well.

  • The Vermont Coalition has information & resources for youth & families who are unhoused or navigating housing insecurity. Vermont Legal Aid has identified critical resources for all ages.

  • Pathways Vermont offers a free support line for all Vermonters. You may call or text (833) VT-TALKS (833-888-2557) to connect with local, trained peer supports who are available to listen and provide non-judgmental insight.

  • Those with substance abuse challenges can call VT Helplink at 802-565-LINK (5465) or visit the website VTHelplink.org to access support and referral services.

  • Hunger Free Vermont has a detailed directory of programs and resources for Vermonters facing food insecurity. The Vermont Foodbank also has a listing of community and state resources.

  • Access resources, toolkits, and information from the Vermont Suicide Prevention Center and FacingSuicideVT.

  • The Vermont Network Against Sexual & Domestic Violence has a county-level directory of resources and support services.

  • The Vermont Family Network offers a variety of programs to support families & youth on their website or via the helpline at (802) 876-5315.

  • The Vermont Language Justice Project offers healthcare and other essential information in a variety of languages and formats on their website.