Turning Point Center
of Chittenden County
The Turning Point Center of Chittenden County envisions a strong and vibrant community where no one faces recovery alone and people in all our diversity achieve long-term recovery and successful lives.
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Our Mission
The Turning Point Center of Chittenden County is a dedicated, compassionate community that provides recovery support services in a safe, substance-free environment for individuals and families on multiple paths to self-discovery and sustained recovery.
Open on Weekends!
Our normal hours of operation are from 9:00am-5:00pm, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with some extended hours for groups and meetings.
Our groups and programs meet in person and online. For the latest information, explore our resources, view our printable weekly schedule to see current groups and wellness programs, or browse our searchable annual calendar for more details. If you have questions or would like to speak with a peer staff member, please call the Center at 802-861-3150.
Parents in Recovery Program
The Parents in Recovery Program carves out a safe, judgment-free space for parents, in recovery, to connect and bridge the gap between their sobriety and community. By connecting mothers, fathers, and their children to a wide variety of services, participants of the program are able to grow their sobriety and form healthy relationships.
Recovery Coaches in the Center
Recovery Coaches are here to support you in creating a personalized vision for your recovery journey. They help you define your goals and make consistent progress toward achieving them. Together, you and your Coach will explore strategies and resources that will best support your success.
Recovery Peer Support Specialist Program
Recovery Peer Support Specialists are sober individuals who entered recovery in a variety of ways and serve as direct support for those seeking advice or guidance in solving the various hurdles that may arise while seeking out their own sustained recovery.
Recovery Coaches in the Emergency Department
Emergency Department Recovery Coaches draw on their own long-term recovery experience to connect with others similarly affected by addiction. Their first-hand knowledge allows them to provide substantive connections and powerful support on everything from resource referrals for mental health, detox, housing, job, family, financial, community support and more.
Upcoming Events
AA Nooner
April 1 @ 12:00 pm
An open AA meeting that meets from 12:00 - 1:00 pm, seven days a week, in person at the Center. This group welcomes all newcomers with op...
AA Nooner
April 1 @ 12:00 pm
An open AA meeting that meets from 12:00 - 1:00 pm, seven days a week, in person at the Center. This group welcomes all newcomers with op...
News & Updates
Unlocking Positive Change: Navigating Sobriety for Dry January
Greetings, friends of Turning Point Center in Chittenden County! As we approach the new year, let's delve into a topic on many minds – Dry January. You're likely familiar with the idea – a month-long commitment to abstain from alcohol. But here at...
WCAX: Chittenden County nonprofit hosts Christmas dinner for those in recovery
Every year, Turning Point Center hosts a holiday dinner on Christmas Day so that everyone in recovery has a chance to enjoy the community and celebrate the holidays in a safe, sober space. Turning Point Center has a strong recovery community, which...
Turning Point Center featured on WCAX
WCAX featured the Turning Point Center of Chittenden County in a story about the impact addiction recovery peer recovery coaches are having at UVM Medical Center’s ER. See live interview or read story:...
3rd annual sober party!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 24, 2023 CONTACT: Kim Norman Mercer, Director of Marketing & Development Turning Point Center to host free “Raving for Recovery” concert and community celebration at City Hall Park on August 26 Burlington, Vermont —...
Grant funds allow us to expand our Outreach Recovery Work
The Turning Point Center of Chittenden County (TPCCC) has been awarded $50,000 per year for three years to expand its Outreach Recovery Coaching program, which helps people in the community struggling with opioid addiction and other substance use....
Sponsor Stand Up for Recovery
We are delighted to announce the 4th annual comedy night: STAND UP FOR RECOVERY An evening of comedy to benefit the Turning Point Center of Chittenden County Monday, Feb 13th, 2023 in Burlington This program of stand-up comedy will be well-promoted...
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What Our Guests Have To Say About Us
I have both mental illness and alcoholism. I don’t work that much or go to school so instead of spending 24 hours in my apartment, I come here to make friends, be useful, and hopefully find recovery from my self-destructive behaviors.
The Turning Point for me has been a healthy, safe, and positive environment to spend my time, reflect, and gain help and support. The Center brings a great opportunity to meet sober people and mingle among the sober community – something that is essential to my recovery. The Turning Point offers so much more than a chance for sobriety. The staff is helpful and wonderful, and I enjoy myself each time I visit.