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Op Ed: Public Safety and Substance Use: A Call for a Comprehensive Approach

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Tue, 04/01/2025 - 12:00

SUD Op Ed

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VERMONT ANNOUNCES NEW MEDICAID FLEXIBILITY TO COVER SHORT-TERM RENT AND MEDICAL RESPITE

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Fri, 01/17/2025 - 12:00

Clever use of Medicaid funds to cover rent, medical respite, and build housing capacity

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Act 119: Re-envisioning the Agency of Human Services

What is Act 119?

Act 119 of 2024 requires the Vermont Agency of Human Services (AHS) to assess and collect feedback to understand how well we are serving the public. And more importantly, to explore how we can do better to provide important services to Vermont communities. The goal of Act 119 is to:

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Statement from AHS Secretary Jenney Samuelson on Next Steps on the Oliver Wyman Health Care Reform Report Recommendations

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Tue, 10/15/2024 - 12:00

Public Process will Evaluate Recommendations for Hospital and Healthcare System Sustainability and focus on preserving access to rural services, ensuring high quality and reducing costs.

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Vermont Department of Mental Health Addresses Mental Health Impacts of Current Flooding on One-Year Anniversary of 2023 Floods

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Thu, 07/11/2024 - 12:00

As flooding continues to affect our communities today, we are reminded of the devastating floods that struck Vermont one year ago. The Department of Mental Health (DMH) recognizes the significant impact such events have on our collective well-being and acknowledges the heightened emotional strain that this recurrence may cause.

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Biden Administration Authorizes Vermont to Extend Medicaid Coverage to Individuals Transitioning out of Incarceration

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Tue, 07/09/2024 - 12:00

The initiative will support successful reentry into communities for incarcerated individuals by expanding Medicaid eligibility to 90 days prior to release

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Agency of Human Services Announces Departure of Deputy Secretary Todd Daloz

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Mon, 07/08/2024 - 12:00

e Agency of Human Services (AHS) today announced that Todd Daloz will depart his role as Deputy Secretary next month

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Vermont selected for new federal model to improve health care affordability and quality

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Tue, 07/02/2024 - 12:00

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today announced it has accepted Vermont’s application to participate in the States Advancing All-Payer Health Equity Approaches and Development (AHEAD) program. AHEAD offers Vermont an opportunity to collaborate with the federal government to impact how Medicare, the health insurer for 24% of Vermo

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Agency of Human Services Welcomes Brendan Krause as New Director of Health Care Reform

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Mon, 06/24/2024 - 12:00

The Agency of Human Services (AHS) is excited to announce the appointment of Brendan Krause as the new Director of Health Care Reform. Krause brings a wealth of experience in health systems and policy, with a distinguished career spanning government roles and health technology.

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Agency of Human Services Announces Update to Administrative Rules on Agency Designation

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Fri, 05/31/2024 - 12:00

The Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living and the Vermont Department of Mental Health will be seeking public comment on proposed updates to the Administrative Rules on Agency Designation.

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Op Ed: Public Safety and Substance Use: A Call for a Comprehensive Approach

VERMONT ANNOUNCES NEW MEDICAID FLEXIBILITY TO COVER SHORT-TERM RENT AND MEDICAL RESPITE

Act 119: Re-envisioning the Agency of Human Services

What is Act 119?

Statement from AHS Secretary Jenney Samuelson on Next Steps on the Oliver Wyman Health Care Reform Report Recommendations

Vermont Department of Mental Health Addresses Mental Health Impacts of Current Flooding on One-Year Anniversary of 2023 Floods

Biden Administration Authorizes Vermont to Extend Medicaid Coverage to Individuals Transitioning out of Incarceration

Agency of Human Services Announces Departure of Deputy Secretary Todd Daloz

Vermont selected for new federal model to improve health care affordability and quality

Agency of Human Services Welcomes Brendan Krause as New Director of Health Care Reform

Agency of Human Services Announces Update to Administrative Rules on Agency Designation

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2026 Human Services Plan