Supporting Communities in Northwestern Vermont

Compassionate Care When You Need It Most

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How Can NCSS Support You Today?

From mental health to developmental and family support, we offer a wide range of services designed to support you, your loved ones, and your community.

UPDATES & ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Latest NCSS News & Media

Stay informed with the latest news, upcoming programs, and important community updates – all in one place.

Work That Matters.
People Who Care.

At NCSS, the work you do every day helps people in our community feel safer, supported, and heard. Join a team that shows up for each other and for the people we serve.

Tools to Guide You

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Resources for Adults

Find support for navigating mental health, family care, and daily challenges.

  • Diversity & Cultural Awareness Plan

  • Impact Report – 2025

  • Notice of Privacy Practices

  • Rights of Person Served

  • Price Transparency

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Client Orientation Guide

Learn what to expect, how to prepare, and how we’ll support you throughout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about services, making a referral, and getting started with care.

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Resources for Teenagers & Youth

Support, self-care tips, and guidance designed specifically for teens and children.

  • Youth Mental Health First Aid

  • teen Mental Health First Aid

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Who We Are

Building Stronger Communities, One Person at a Time

NCSS is a nonprofit organization committed to providing compassionate, community-based care across Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. For more than 65 years, we’ve helped individuals and families thrive by providing services which promote healthy living and emotional well being, rooted in dignity and inclusion.

4,387+

Individuals served in 2025

550+​

Staff members across 25 service locations

68+​

Years serving the community

WHere You’ll Find Us

Local Supports, Across Northwestern Vermont

With over 20 locations across Northwestern Vermont, NCSS brings care into the heart of the communities we serve. From schools and homes to outpatient clinics and community hubs, our services are never far away—because support starts with meeting you where you are.