Starting September 1, VT 211 is no longer allowed to provide General Assistance (GA) Emergency Housing intake and vouchers after hours.
This service is now only available through the State's Economic Services Division (ESD): Monday–Friday, 7:45am–4:30pm at 1-800-775-0506. Call to find out if you're eligible. If you need help placing the call or need accessible options, your local district office can assist in person.
VT 211 is still here to help. We're available 8am–10pm, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to connect you with other community resources: including local shelters, cold weather shelters, food, transportation, and other health and human services.
Looking at 2022 from January through October to see the pattern of referrals to homelessness prevention and assistance services as well as rental assistance. Housing and Shelter services are always our top referrals.
Top Three Local Agency Referrals January-September
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Infographic of Vermont 211's number of contacts over time and for 2021 as well as top five referrals.
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