If this is a medical emergency, please dial 911.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, please call First Call for Chittenden County: 802-488-7777.
First Call is a 24-hour, 7-day-per-week emergency service for anyone in Chittenden County experiencing a crisis.
There is no wrong reason to call. Your reason for calling may be as simple as requesting an appointment with a mental health specialist or more urgent, such as getting help for a loved one who is experiencing serious emotional distress. People may call us because they are
- Experiencing overwhelming emotions.
- Thinking of suicide.
- Worried about safety.
- Hearing voices.
If you are new to Howard Center and are looking for help with substance use or mental health, please call our Access and Intake number at 802-488-6000.