For More Information:
Ali Johnson, MBA, Quality Improvement Specialist
alij@vpqhc.org
alij@vpqhc.org
Funded By:
Vermont Department of Mental Health
Short-term community-based outreach, counseling, and other mental health services to survivors of natural and human-caused disasters.
Starting Over Strong Vermont (SOS-VT) helps individuals and communities recover from natural and human-caused disasters through community outreach and access to mental health services. The program grants are awarded after a presidential major disaster declaration.
SOS-VT supports short-term interventions that involve the following counseling goals:
• Helping disaster survivors understand their current situation and reactions
• Reducing stress and providing emotional support
• Assisting survivors in reviewing their disaster recovery options
• Promoting the use or development of coping strategies
• Connecting survivors with other people and agencies who can help them in their recovery process
Services for disaster survivors include:
• Individual and group crisis counseling
• Basic supportive or educational contact
• Community networking and support
• Assessments, referrals, and resources
• Development and distribution of educational materials
• Media and public service announcements
VPQHC serves as the statewide project manager and coordinator for SOS-VT, supporting program implementation, data reporting, and collaboration across partner organizations to ensure effective delivery of services in affected communities.
Learn more:
Vermont Department of Mental Health Starting Over Strong Vermont www.mentalhealth.vermont.gov/sosvt
SOS-VT supports short-term interventions that involve the following counseling goals:
• Helping disaster survivors understand their current situation and reactions
• Reducing stress and providing emotional support
• Assisting survivors in reviewing their disaster recovery options
• Promoting the use or development of coping strategies
• Connecting survivors with other people and agencies who can help them in their recovery process
Services for disaster survivors include:
• Individual and group crisis counseling
• Basic supportive or educational contact
• Community networking and support
• Assessments, referrals, and resources
• Development and distribution of educational materials
• Media and public service announcements
VPQHC serves as the statewide project manager and coordinator for SOS-VT, supporting program implementation, data reporting, and collaboration across partner organizations to ensure effective delivery of services in affected communities.
Learn more:
Vermont Department of Mental Health Starting Over Strong Vermont www.mentalhealth.vermont.gov/sosvt
"I would still be living in a church basement if I had to do it on my own. I lived in the same home my entire life, and I didn't even know where to begin. It's hard for me to understand things and I know I wouldn't have been able to figure it out without help. Your team didn't judge me when I needed the help." KB (Recipient of SOS-VT Services)
“Thank you for all your help with ALL THE THINGS.” HDV
“Thank you for all your help with ALL THE THINGS.” HDV
