About AHS

The Agency of Human Services administers some programs and services to Vermonters locally, based out of twelve districts. Field Services Directors also work across internal programs to ensure that individuals and families have access to the range of services for which they are eligible. They also collaborate with community organizations in each district to ensure that our efforts to improve health and well-being are coordinated and aligned, leveraging and supporting local planning and action. 

The AHS Central Office (sometimes referred to as the Secretary's Office) is responsible for establishing and supporting the administration of policy, practice, fiscal, and operations across the Departments and District Offices that ensure holistic, consistent, and reliable service delivery to Vermonters.

Jenney Samuelson is the Secretary of the Agency of Human Services and leads the AHS Central Office.

The Agency of Human Services strives to improve the health and well-being of Vermonters today and tomorrow and to protect those among us who are unable to protect themselves.

Welcome to the Vermont Agency of Human Services (AHS)!

Browsing our website you can learn general information about our departments, programs and services, access resources and tools, and explore cross-agency initiatives that are advancing our mission through innovation.