The Vermont Agency of Human Services (AHS) strives to improve the health and well-being of Vermonters today and tomorrow and to protect those among us who are unable to protect themselves. The scope of AHS is profound. Through its six departments, twelve district offices, and a network of community partners and providers, it is responsible for the implementation and delivery of all human service programs within the state. Each department has a distinct area of focus and responsibility and contributes to the creation and sustenance of an entire system of human service supports. The Department of Mental Health (DMH) resides under AHS and has the same critical mission in mind: to improve the conditions and well-being of Vermonters and protect those who cannot protect themselves. DMH continues to focus on its vision for self-determination, empowerment, recovery, and resiliency. This means being responsive to the needs of Vermonters and their families, as well as continuing to challenge ourselves to try to change society’s culture, philosophy, and values, while working to fully embrace the concepts of recovery and resiliency. By improving our effectiveness and coordination of programs and services around the State, we will help Vermonters meet their needs
