University of Vermont Medical Center employees and their adult household members are eligible for EFAP services as well as partners of residents and fellows.
The Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) offers free, short-term and confidential counseling with a licensed counselor, as well as connections to other community services.
If you are in crisis, call or text 988, call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Department
All services and features of the EFAP program are free and confidential to ensure equitable access to clinical and mental health resources. This program supports a diverse and inclusive workforce and acknowledges the importance of cultural fit when assisting each employee and their family. We are committed to cultivating and sustaining relationships with community partners that broaden our reach and understanding of our workplace within the community we serve.
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Crisis Resources in Vermont
- Vermont Crisis Services: List of available support resources provided by the State of Vermont.
- 988lifeline.org: 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.
- Facing Suicide Vermont: Statewide prevention effort providing access to suicide prevention, education, support and advocacy resources.
- Howard Center -Suicide Prevention: Nonprofit organization serving children, adults, families and communities. Howard Center is the designated provider for mental health and developmental disability services and the preferred provider for substance use services in Chittenden County.
- Vermont 211: Vermont 211 is free, confidential and will provide you with a list of resources for such important items as day care, legal information, family resources and education to mention a few.
Translated & Interpreted Crisis Resources
- 988lifeline.org [Spanish]
- 988lifeline.org [Deaf and hard of hearing]
- Howard Center – Suicide Prevention [French]
- Howard Center – Suicide Prevention [Nepali]
- Howard Center – Suicide Prevention [Somali]
- Howard Center – Suicide Prevention [Swahili]
