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Pathways Vermont

A non-profit organization working to end homelessness and provide innovative mental health alternatives

Pathways Vermont is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that supports people to live and thrive in the community at times in their lives when they are most distressed: when they are struggling with thoughts of suicide, are experiencing homelessness, incarceration, institutionalization, mental health struggles or substance use challenges. Pathways Vermont is the first and largest Housing First organization in Vermont, providing permanent housing without requirements or barriers. This evidence based model has been proven to be the most successful approach to ending and preventing homelessness. Through our Housing First programs, we serve people struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues, as well as veterans, families, and people coming out of correctional facilities and other institutions. We use a peer-supported alternative approach to mental health in which individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges guide and aid those experiencing similar challenges. From our Community Center that provides peer support in a friendly setting, to our Soteria House which supports people experiencing mental health crises for the first time, to our 7 days/week, non-judgemental phone Support Line, our programs have an immeasurable impact on the everyday lives of our neighbors in need. Since our inception in 2010, Pathways Vermont has succeeded in:

Housing more than 500 individuals, including 180 children
Helping 75 people find employment
Completing 28,842 supportive phone conversations
Preventing 1,122 instances of use of emergency services

09/04/2025

Interested in getting involved with your community? Join Community Cooking, Wednesdays at Outright Vermont (241 North Winooski Ave)! Join Pathways staff and volunteers to cook a yummy meal together. Every week we chop vegetables, chat about our lives, and dance to music. Email pvcc@pathwaysvermont.org with any questions.

09/02/2025

Please join us in welcoming home two more Vermonters today in Chittenden and Washington Counties! 💙🏡

08/27/2025

In recognition of Su***de Prevention Awareness Month in September, Four Pines Fund is working with Hula to bring together voices from the front lines of su***de care to talk about how we put Vermont on the map as a leader in compassionate, evidence-based support.

We are so proud that Lindsay Mesa, Training Manager at Pathways Vermont, will be part of the conversation.

Learn more and RSVP now by following this link: https://sevendaystickets.com/e/hula-story-sessions-four-pines-fund

08/20/2025

We were excited to host a visit from the South Korean Mental Health Liberation Research Society (MHLRS) last month!

The MHLRS is a coalition of mental health advocates, including people with lived experience, social workers, psychiatrists, and mental health researchers who are working toward liberatory transformation of the mental health system in South Korea. It was an inspiring opportunity to exchange ideas, share our work, and learn from one another’s experiences in advancing mental health justice.

08/18/2025

✨ Meet Emilie, Resident Support Staff at Rosewood Cottage!

Hi – I’m Emilie!

I am someone who loves nature and who has a dedication to supporting positive social change. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, hiking, and nature photography.

I have been a Peer Support Staff member on the overnight shift at Rosewood Cottage for about a month now. My role is to create a welcoming environment where I engage in peer support with the people who come to stay at the peer respite. A shift at Rosewood Cottage can include any number of activities depending on the interests of the individuals staying at the respite. Often, this includes having meaningful conversations, creating artwork, listening to music, enjoying meals, and being present with one another.

I am inspired by the variety of programs at Pathways that provide accessible and equitable services to those who need them most within our communities. I am grateful to be a part of an organization that prioritizes Housing First and mental health services that emphasize holistic support for every individual.

🔗Keep reading here: https://www.pathwaysvermont.org/our-stories/staff-spotlight-meet-emilie/

08/14/2025

🌿 We’re hiring a House Manager!
Help make Soteria House a safe, healing home for people navigating mental health challenges. Click 'Careers' on our website to learn more. pathwaysvermont.org

08/08/2025

The Pathways Vermont Community Center (PVCC) is relocating! This decision follows thoughtful reflection on how to sustain our services and support our community in meaningful, accessible ways. The current building no longer supports our continued operations.

While we search for a new location for in-person services, PVCC staff have been hard at work holding groups throughout the community. Thank you to the Pride Center, Outright Vermont, The Vermont Wellness Collaborative, Iyengar Yoga Center, and the Fletcher Free Library for holding space for us and for community peer support during this time of transition. These photos capture a glimpse of Community Cooking and Mindfulness Meditation in the community!

Check out the Community Peer Support page on our website to see a full list of current Pathways peer support groups and partnerships!

08/06/2025

The Development Team had a busy July with three Crossing Paths Tours across the state!

We made stops in Barre, Burlington, and North Ferrisburgh, and we’re so grateful to our wonderful hosts - Tess Taylor, Deborah Schapiro, Giovanna Jager, and Ed Wilkens for welcoming us and helping bring these storytelling and information sessions to life.

08/05/2025

Creative moments and meaningful making at Soteria House 🎨💚

07/29/2025

Welcome home to three more Vermonters today in Bennington, Chittenden, and Windham counties! 💙🗝🏡

07/25/2025

A Message from Pathways Vermont In Response to the Executive Order on “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets”

To our community,

This week, a new executive order was issued that calls for expanded civil commitment, increased policing of homelessness, and punitive crackdowns on people living with mental health and substance use challenges. While we agree that our communities deserve safety, dignity, and care, we believe this order moves us in the wrong direction.

At Pathways Vermont, we know what works: voluntary, person-centered, evidence-based support that centers housing, compassion, and choice. We are proud to stand with our participants, our peer workforce, and our allies in the fight against coercion and criminalization.

Please read our complete statement here:https://www.pathwaysvermont.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Response-7.25.25.pdf

07/24/2025

✨ Meet Matt, Peer Support Team Lead at MHUC!

“Hi - I'm Matt!

I identify as a punk rock person, and music has been a big part of my life since I was 14. I still play in bands today, and it remains one of my tools for navigating my own mental health challenges. I think the work we do at Pathways is very punk rock, and the two communities have a lot of shared values. I also identify as a Trekkie. I’ve always found myself drawn to the culture and society in the universe of Star Trek.

I’ve been with Pathways for 11 years, working across programs including Housing First, Soteria House, and the Pathways Vermont Community Center.

Currently, I serve as the Peer Support Team Lead at the Mental Health Urgent Care (MHUC) in Burlington, a collaborative project between Pathways, the Howard Center, Community Health Centers of Burlington, and UVM Medical Center.

MHUC supports individuals in navigating their self-identified mental health crises and aims to reduce reliance on the emergency department. Pathways staff are present to support guests through peer values and peer practices in our own communal space, providing a supportive, non-clinical environment where guests are met with compassion, choice, and respect. My role includes supporting staff, connecting one-on-one with guests, and collaborating with our partners on vision, training, and program development.

The people we serve and their stories inspire me daily. I’ve seen firsthand the impact peer support has on individuals. We are doing cutting-edge work that challenges the greater mental healthcare system. For me, this work isn’t just a job. It’s part of a broader movement for social change. I see a growing community of people looking for something different: work that is person-centered, promotes autonomy, and preserves dignity.

🔗Keep reading here: https://www.pathwaysvermont.org/our-stories/staff-spotlight-meet-matt/

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1 Kennedy Drive, L2
South Burlington, VT
05403

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Website

http://www.pathwaysvermont.org/

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