PEER SUPPORT AND ADVOCACY | VERMONT PSYCHIATRIC SURVIVORS
Operates a formal regional Community Links program and offers mutual support statewide for mental health consumers/ex-patients/psychiatric survivors. Peer Advocates use their lived experience and training and a non-judgmental, values-driven approach that promotes multiple perspectives, advocates for human rights and dignity, and focuses on genuine, mutual relationships. Advocates help identify and access community services and support networks, and advocate on behalf of and with individuals regarding their expressed interests and preferences. The program also includes community outreach, training, public awareness, and system advocacy initiatives.
Last Assured
05/21/2024
Physical Address
128 Merchants Row, Suite 606, Rutland, VT 05701
Hours
Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Voice
Fax
(802) 775-6823
Application process
By Email; By Telephone; In Person; Information On Website
Fee
Free
Eligibility
Open to All
Agency info
VERMONT PSYCHIATRIC SURVIVORS
Vermont Psychiatric Survivors (VPS) is an independent, statewide mutual support and civil rights advocacy organization run by and for psychiatric survivors. Services include mutual support groups, advocacy and education to challenge discrimination, and technical assistance to allied organizations. VPS also publishes Counterpoint, a quarterly newspaper distributed throughout Vermont that focuses on topics of interest to survivors, consumers, and former patients.