Were You or a Loved One Affected by Flooding?
Vermont Dept. of Mental Health, State of Vermont
Starting Over Strong Vermont (SOSVT) is here to support you. Whether you or someone you care about has been impacted, SOSVT outreach workers provide free and anonymous emotional support, connections to resources, and guidance to help you navigate recovery.
Recovering emotionally is just as important as rebuilding physically. It's natural to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure about the future after a disaster. If you're feeling stressed, uncertain about your next steps, or just need someone to listen, SOSVT is here for all Vermonters affected by this summer's flooding.
Call 802-651-1767 to speak with a local SOSVT outreach worker in your community or visit mentalhealth.vermont.gov/sosvt to learn more. You don't have to face recovery alone. Now serving Addison, Caledonia, Chittenden, Essex, Lamoille, Orleans, and Washington Counties. Call today!
Help is Available—988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Suicide is preventable, and help is always available. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You'll be connected with a trained, compassionate crisis counselor who can offer support and guidance. The Lifeline is free, confidential, and available 24/7. A simple conversation can save a life.
Visit https://mentalhealth.vermont.gov/services/988-suicide-and-crisis-lifeline to learn more.