Notice
Lamoille Family Center cares about the health of our community. Our building and Child Care Center are currently closed but we are working remotely and providing limited services through the phone and mail.
For food cards, gas cards, diapers, or other supports, call 802-888-5229 x 151. Leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and your exact need and someone will get back to you.
To reach a staff member from LFC, please email, call the staff member’s work cell phone directly or call 802-888-5229 x 151 and leave a message stating your name, phone number and the staff member you are trying to reach.
To apply for Child Care Financial Assistance, click here to print out, complete, and mail a form to LFC. There are also hard copies of forms in the black mailbox next to the entrance of LFC called “Application for Child Care Financial Assistance.” Place your completed form, in an envelope, in the big Drop Box (also next to the entrance of the building.) Someone will be in touch as soon as possible.
Questions? Call Lamoille Family Center and leave a detailed message: 802-888-5229 x 151
Resources for Families
We hope these resources are helpful to you. If you are not sure who to call, call us here at Lamoille Family Center: 802-888-5229 x151
Health, Safety, Support
Information and resources on COVID-19 and on hospital care in Lamoille
Lamoille County Mental Health Services
Offers 24/7 crisis service for children and adults, working in collaboration with local hospital, primary care, law enforcement, other human services and school programs (including LFC.)
Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM / Friday 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM 1-(802)-888-5026
Nights, Weekends, and Holidays 1-(802)-888-8888 (Ask to page Crisis Team or Emergency Services)
Crisis Text Line – free, 24/7 crisis support by text message
If you are feeling anxious, depressed, suicidal, unsafe, or in a crisis, text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained Crisis Counselor
Text HOME to 741741
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or sexual violence, call Free and Confidential 24 hour hotline (802) 888-5256
North Central Vermont Recovery Center
802-851-8120
Links to Zoom Meetings and contacts for support can be found here
VT Helplink – Recovery Support
VT Helplink is your statewide, public resource for finding substance use treatment and recovery services in Vermont. Helplink services are free and confidential. The call center is open 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. weekdays, and 8:00 a.m to -6:00 p.m. weekends and holidays, 365 days per year. Call 802-565-LINK
Visit Pride Center’s website for LGBTQ+ Resources
Food Resources
Curbside pick-up Monday-Friday 9-11:30, Saturday 9:30-11
802-888-6550
The WIC Program (Women, Infants and Children) provides access to healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to health care and other community resources. They also offer TeleWIC – call for more details.
Morrisville Office: Call 802-888-7447 or text VTWIC to 855-11 to sign up!
Meals for families with children under age 18:
Lamoille North Supervisory Union
Curbside pick-up hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Covering schools in: Belvidere, Cambridge, Eden, Hyde Park, Johnson, Waterville, Lamoille Middle School, Lamoille High School, Green Mountain Technology & Career Center
Lamoille South Supervisory Union
Pick-up Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9:30 – 11:00 am
Serving schools in Morrisville, Stowe, and Elmore
Orleans Southwest Supervisory Union
Complete the form to identify if you currently are on the bus route and if not they will help identify a location close to you where you can pick up your meals. If you are not on a bus route, you will be able to pick up meals at Hazen Union, Hardwick Elementary, or Craftsbury Academy through a grab and go option.
Household Supplies and Essentials
Lamoille Family Center
For food cards, gas cards, diapers or other essentials, please call 802-888-5229 x 151. Leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and your exact need and someone will get back to you.
Call 1-800-639-8710 to arrange a curbside pick-up of household items such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, dental items, feminine products, diapers, etc.
Legal Support
The link above is full of good information and links regarding legal matters around housing, trials, taxes, utilities, and more.
Vermont Legal Aid and Legal Services Vermont work together to provide free civil (not criminal) legal help to low-income people who live in Vermont and their services are free.
Call and leave a message anytime: 1-800-889-2047 or you can fill out a form: Legal Help Request Form.
Talk to Your Kids About COVID-19
printable booklet: Great resource for parents with young children
NASP: Helping Children Cope with Changes Resulting from COVID-19
PBS: How to Talk to Your Kids About Corona Virus
Zero to Three: More Links and Tips to Talk with your children about Corona Virus
For Child Care Programs and Children's Integrated Services Providers
Department for Children and Families
CDD Guidance and supports for child care programs related to COVID-19
Let’s Grow Kids: regularly updated
COVID-19 Information for Vermont Early Childhood Programs
Essential Workers seeking Child Care
If you are an essential worker seeking childcare, fill out the form for assistance securing child care.
Unemployment Insurance Information
Events & Activities
Take a look at upcoming events and activities including a full schedule of family events and parent education.
Family Resources
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Events & Activities at a Glance
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Outright VT FNG (Friday Night Group)
On Hold: Baby Chat! Morrisville
Outright VT FNG (Friday Night Group)
In the News
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Virtual Parent Ed: Baffled By Behavior
Wednesday, November 18 6:30PM via Zoom Are you stumped by your child's tantrums and other challenging behaviors? Join us as we host Rachael Cook for a workshop about how to understand and address everyday behaviors with toddlers and children. Parents and caregivers...
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Lamoille Family Center's Playgroup has pivoted to offer opportunities for families and young children to socialize in a safe and healthy way! Tuesdays 10am – 11am: Rail Trail Stroll Join us at the Johnson Food Shelf Parking Lot before the Mill Park entrance along the...
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