Department of Mental Health Scorecard
Mental health will be a cornerstone of health in Vermont. People will live in caring communities with compassion for and a determination to respond effectively and respectfully to the mental-health needs of all citizens. Vermonters will have access to effective prevention, early intervention, and mental-health treatment and supports as needed to live, work, learn, and participate fully in their communities.
It is the mission of the Vermont Department of Mental Health to promote and improve the mental health of Vermonters.
Additional data regarding community mental health services and perceptions of care can be found on the Department's website, under statistical reports and data.
What We Do
The Adult Mental Health (AOP) program serves adults experiencing mental health challenges. The array of services available for people in the AOP program vary by DA and may include:
- clinical assessment
- service planning and coordination
- community supports
- individual, group, and/or family therapy
- medication evaluation and management, and consultation with primary care
- emergency care and crisis stabilization
- psychoeducation/recovery education
Who We Serve
Any adult (18+ years old) is eligible to receive adult outpatient (AOP) supports and services.
How We Impact
Together the following performance measures focus on whether Vermonters are better off as a result of this program. They do so by looking at the quality and efficiency of these programs and services.
Budget Information
Budget Description: Adult Services to include Emergency Services Investment, CRT (all expenses), Adult Case Rate, Homeless, MISC Adult Grants, Emergency Outreach, Case Management, Workforce Training, Forensic System of Care
| FY 22 Actual | FY 23 Budget | FY 24 Draft Governor Recommend |
| $93,927,952 | $99,771,295 | $101,648,524 |
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Who We Serve
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What We Do
The vision for Child, Adolescent and Family Services is for all children and families to be emotionally healthy. Our mission is to assure timely delivery of effective prevention, early intervention, and behavioral health treatment and supports through a family-centered system of care for all children and families in Vermont. The Child, Adolescent, and Family Unit at the Department of Mental Health works closely with its network of Designated Agencies and one Specialized Service Agency. This sytem of agencies provide services that such as prevention, early intervention and community consultation, family supports, clinical assessment and treatment, immediate response acute care, and intensive residential placements.
Who We Serve
The Department of Mental Health, under the authority of the Commissioner of Mental Health and contracts with designated public or private non-profit agencies, assures planning and coordination of services “needed to assist children and adolescents with or at risk for a severe emotional disturbance.” However, services are for any child, adolescent, or family who are seeking support.
How We Impact
What We Do
Emergency (or Crisis) Services are time-limited, intensive supports provided for individuals and families who are currently experiencing, or may be expected to experience, a psychological, behavioral, or emotional crisis. Services may also be provided to the individual's or family's immediate support system. These services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Who We Serve
Any person in Vermont is eligible to receive support through the Emergency Services (ES) program.
How We Impact
Together the following performance measures focus on whether Vermonters are better off as a result of this program. They do so by looking at the quality and efficiency of these programs and services.
Budget Information
There is no budget information specific to Emergency Services. It is emeshed in the following budgets:
- Suicide Prevention
- Childrens Community Services to include Emergency Services, Childrens case rates, peer services and Misc. Grants
- Adult Services to include Emergency Services Investment, CRT (all expenses), Adult Case Rate, Homeless, MISC Adult Grants, Emergency Outreach, Case Management, Workforce Training, Forensic System of Care
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Who We Serve
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Who We Serve
The Inpatient System of Care provides inpatient psychiatric services to both adults, children, and adolescents. Currently, adolescents are only served at Brattleboro Retreat.
How We Impact
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