Get Help. Give Help.
Get connected with us.
A Vermont Harm Reduction & HIV/AIDS Service Organization. “Doin’ it Safer” for more than 35 years. Supporting people living with HIV and people who use drugs.
We are here for you. Help is free and anonymous.
We will meet you with Compassion, Acceptance and Respect. We will Encourage you and Support your goals and needs.
Get HelpOur Mission
Vermont CARES provides life-saving harm reduction services, education, and resources to Vermonters affected by HIV, Hepatitis C and substance use by increasing access to care, reducing social stigmas, and building relationships.
Our Vision
Celebrate every small change.
Accept people where they are at.
Respect individual choice and welcome diversity.
Envision compassionate communities.
Stand up for the rights of those we serve.
Programs & Services
Explore the wide range of impactful programs and services offered by Vermont CARES, dedicated to improving lives and fostering community well-being.
We help you get and stay connected to the medical, mental health, housing, and vocational services you need.
The quickest, easiest way to request services and supplies throughout Vermont. Privately chat with us anonymously.
Our Impact
As the state’s leading agency in Harm Reduction and HIV services, we are grateful for your ongoing support. Our impact is felt throughout the state and it is very likely that you know someone who has accessed and/or currently needs our services.
HIV and Care Services
More than 160 Vermonters living with HIV accessed case management to help them stabilize their medical care, mental health, and housing.
HIV Prevention Safer Sex Services
Over 6000 condoms were distributed and over 500 PrEP and HIV basic education pamphlets were shared with community members
Mobile Harm Reduction Services
More than 250 people living in 29 different towns were served, mostly in rural areas of Vermont with our mobile services across more than 500 visits.
Education & Trainings
Find Training Topics
- Harm Reduction & Syringe Service Programs
- Opioid Overdose Response & Administering Narcan
- HIV Basics
- Need something a bit more tailored to your work/environment/group? Contact us.
Request a Training
Are you seeking training for your group, agency, or organization? Please fill out our form completely and we will respond within a week.
Help us do more
Thousands of Vermonters are counting on us to be there for them everyday. Whether it is a gift of financial support, the gift of time or your expertise it can make a difference in someones life.
Vermont CARES
Introducing our New Executive Director, Melissa Farr! Read more about it in our end-of-year newsletter (link in story)
2 CommentsComment on Facebook
congrats Melissa! VT CARES has meant so much to me over the years. I am one of the original founders of Winter Is A Drag ball that has been raising money for VT Cares for over 30years now. I love YOU!
Brava!!!
Introducing our New Executive Director, Melissa Farr!
Read more about it in our end-of-year newsletter: myemail.constantcontact.com/You-can-save-lives-in-2026.html?soid=1102083226191&aid=Z4s26TGEIE0
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Congratulations!
Thank you to all those who support us!
For our end-of-year newsletter: conta.cc/49wKCFh
To donate: vtcares.org/donate
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Our office and programs will be closed today, 12/29/2025, due to the ice storm
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Come join us for Winter is a Drag Ball 2026!
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 at Higher Ground
Doors at 8:00 pm | Show at 8:30 pm
Tickets now available: wl.eventim.us/event/winter-is-a-drag-ball/675019?afflky=HigherGround
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
VOLUNTEER with Vermont CARES! From supporting our syringe service program to drop-in support at our Burlington office, and more; there are several ways to support our mission!
We host a monthly Volunteer Night on the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at our Burlington office and our next event will be on Tuesday, December 9th. We will be assembling harm reduction supply kits. While no prior experience is required to attend, we ask all volunteers to be respectful of our participants and mission.
If you have not volunteered with us before, please submit a Volunteer Form (docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZr3NT_Up6-KlFUZerpzS442A56s_zhSfCv87a0OQn05Obeg/viewform?fbcli...) or reach out directly to our Volunteer Coordinators at vtcaresvolunteers@gmail.com
Can’t make it this month? Don’t worry, we have these events every month and have other opportunities to volunteer! These opportunities are a great way to get to know your local harm reduction organization better and learn about the work we do. Your support will go a long way to ensuring our neighbors have the tools they need to stay safe and healthy. Thank you for your support!
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
This week marks the 30th Anniversary of the AIDS Memorial Quilt.
Deep gratitude to the events' organizers @stmichaelscollege
Please take the time to check out and attend the events happening this week. We are still very much in this work together.
🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜
@hiv @harmreducSaint Michael's College;s College @harmreductionWorld AIDS Dayd AIDS Day
1 CommentComment on Facebook
I hope my brother John Rutkowski's is there... he was one of the first people from VT to die of AIDS in 1988.
This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to support Vermont CARES as we celebrate 40 years of community care. Your generosity has a direct impact on those affected by HIV and ensures access to vital resources and support for community members throughout our state.
Together, we can navigate increasing funding challenges and continue providing essential services. Join us in making a difference today.
Donate at: www.mygiving.net/campaign/Giving-Care-Tuesday-2025 or simply text GivingCARE to (202) 999-3805! #givingcaretuesday #hivsupport #CommunityCare #harmreduction
www.mygiving.net
This Giving Tuesday, we ask you to consider the impact of your generosity. Your support is not just a donation; it is an investment in the health and well-being of our community. Let’s work together...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Come by for free HIV testing throughout the state next week.
Check out locations and drop-in hours below.💓
0 CommentsComment on Facebook