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Survivor shares how Voices Against Violence helped her heal; 'In Their Shoes' event to raise awareness

After surviving a turbulent relationship, Khayli is finding peace – and herself – at Voices Against Violence’s newest domestic violence shelter. Through workshops and communal living, Khayli is receiving the support she needs to grow and heal from both a substance use addiction and an abusive boyfriend. Community members can walk in the shoes of Khayli and others experiencing hardships Saturday, May 24 during “In Their Shoes,” a fundraiser for CVOEO programs.

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2025 Fair Housing Month – Rolling the Credits

Explore highlights from CVOEO’s 2025 Fair Housing Month: keynote with Cashauna Hill, Statehouse testimony, youth advocacy, statewide webinars, and community art. Learn how Vermont continues the fight for housing justice.

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Join the 'In Their Shoes' walk to raise awareness about homelessness and support community services

In recent years, our country has experienced a significant rise in homelessness, with Vermont experiencing a 300% increase in homelessness over the last five years. The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO), which includes Franklin & Grand Isle Community Action, Samaritan House and Voices Against Violence, has been actively supporting a growing number of individuals and families. The homelessness crisis has been exacerbated by the shortage of safe and affordable housing and rising inflation.

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Upcoming workshop in St. Albans to teach fundamentals of renting

Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a renter at an upcoming workshop series from CVOEO. ? ?Starting May 6, each workshop has a different focus and will be located at Franklin Grand Isle Community Action at 5 Lemnah Drive, St. Albans. Walk-ins are welcome.

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Just Launched: Vermont Medicaid Permanent Supportive Housing Assistance Program (PSHA)

Vermont has begun using Medicaid to bolster housing navigation and housing sustaining services to eligible individuals. The Department for Children and Families’ (DCF) Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) will be managing this project by partnering with five housing services agencies to provide assistance for 100 Vermonters experiencing chronic homelessness who have associated health and social needs.

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Burlington to open emergency cold weather shelter amid subzero temperatures

Burlington will open an emergency shelter this President's Day weekend as a widespread winter storm looks to bring dangerously cold conditions to the area. The emergency shelter will be at the Miller Center at 130 Gosse Court and will be open from Monday evening at 5 p.m. to Tuesday at 8 a.m.

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Navigating Uncertainty with Resilience: CVOEO’s Steadfast Commitment to Our Community

A statement from Paul Dragon, Executive Director, CVOEO, on the recent changes in federal funding for social services.

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Frigid forecast prompts Barre, Burlington to open emergency shelters

City officials in Barre and Burlington have begun to open emergency shelters in response to dangerously cold temperatures that descended on the state Monday and are forecast to persist in the coming days.

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Burlington warming shelter extends hours after winter weather

CVOEO, a non-profit focused on social and economic justice, is extending its Burlington warming shelter hours to seven days a week. While the state’s threshold to open warming shelters is -20, the non-profit is attempting to keep their shelter open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

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Warming shelter in Burlington to hold new weekend hours

CVOEO's Community Resource Center extended its hours at 228 North Winooski Ave and is now open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from January through February