Welcome to the Department of Mental Health
Vermont Department of Mental Health
VISION, MISSION AND VALUES STATEMENT
Adopted June 3, 2008
VISION
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
MISSION
It is the mission of the Vermont Department of Mental Health to promote and improve the mental health of Vermonters.
VALUES
We support and believe in the Agency of Human Services’ values of respect, integrity and commitment to excellence and express these as:
Excellence in Customer Service
- People receiving mental heath services and their families should be informed and involved in planning at the individual and the system levels
- Services must be accessible, of high quality and reflect state-of-the-art practices
- A continuum of community-based services is the foundation of our system
Holistic Approach to Our Clients
- We can promote resilience and recovery through effective prevention, treatment and support services
Strength-Based Relationships
- It is important to foster the strengths of individuals, families and communities
Results Orientation
- Strong leadership, active partnerships and innovation are vital strategies to achieve our mission
- We are accountable for results.
Spotlight on Mental Health
- Independent Study of the Administration of Involuntary Non-Emergency Medications Under Act 114 During 2007 - Report to General Assembly - January 15, 2008
- Pacific Health Policy Group (PHPG) Analysis of Designated Agency Reporting & Documentation Requirements - 3/08 (291 KB, 66 pages)
- Futures Community Residential Recovery Proposals received from Collaborative Solutions, Corp. and Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS) of Southeastern Vermont and Brattleboro Retreat - 3/08
- Non-Emergent Involuntary Medication State by State Report - 1/08 (194 KB, 37 pages)
Mental Health Services
Mental Health Services helps children and adults who have a severe and persistent mental illness, and/or a severe emotional disturbance. Services include:
- Adult Mental Health
- Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health
- The Vermont State Hospital
- The Vermont Mental Health Futures Initiative
- Vermont Integrated Services Initiative (VISI)
The individuals and families we support in Vermont's communities want the same things we all want: safe homes, close friends, loving relationships, good health and something meaningful to do each day. Our job is to help them succeed.
Mental Health Services
- Mental health services by category
- Mental health services by county (community mental health, designated agency providers)
- Vermont State Hospital services