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Bridging the Gap

Recovery Housing Strengthens Communities

Stability, Support & Second Chances

At the heart of every strong community is the ability to care for its most vulnerable members. Transitional housing plays a vital role in that effort—offering not just shelter, but stability, dignity, and a second chance. In Bennington County, two recently completed projects—Gage House and Squire House—are powerful examples of housing designed with healing in mind. These residences go beyond bricks and mortar. They provide a structured, supportive environment where individuals in recovery can continue their journey toward independence. Developed in partnership with experienced organizations and local stakeholders, each home is a step toward lasting change—not just for residents, but for the entire community.

— Recovery Housing • A Place Where CHANGE Takes Root —

Recovery housing is more than a roof—it’s a foundation for healing, dignity, And a stable path forward.

Norton House

300 North Street
Bennington, VT

Norton House Family Shelter provides emergency housing for families with children under 18. With nine private units and on-site case management, the shelter offers a safe, supportive environment where families can stabilize and begin planning for permanent housing—guided by a commitment to dignity, respect, and lasting change

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Paradise House

612 Gage Street
Bennington, VT

Completed in Spring 2025, this fully rehabilitated property now serves as a sober living home for nine men in recovery. Operated by the Turning Point Center, Gage House provides vital transitional housing between residential treatment programs and independent living—helping support long-term recovery and community reintegration in Bennington County.

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Squire House

185 Main St
Bennington, VT

Completed in 2024, this historic property now offers recovery housing for women and women with children. With six bedrooms across three supportive units, Squire House was developed in partnership with VFOR and Mission City Church to provide stable, community-based housing with on-site programming—helping women in recovery build a safe path forward

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Women's Dismas House

22 Royce Street
Rutland, VT

Opened in 2021, Women’s Dismas House provides transitional housing for formerly incarcerated women. With a focus on healing and reintegration, the home offers a supportive, family-style setting where residents live alongside staff and volunteers—sharing meals, responsibilities, and community as they rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.

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Explore What’s Next!

See the latest properties in development and how we’re strengthening Vermont communities through safe, stable, and affordable housing.