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Applying for Disability Benefits under Social Security

Information from the Vermont Department for Children and Families on how to apply for Social Security benefits. Apply online at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyfordisability or call 1-800-772-1213.

How to Appeal a Disability Determination
Information on what to do if you disagree with the determination about Social Security disability benefits from the Vermont Disability Determination Services.
Prescription Assistance Programs in Vermont
Information on programs to help uninsured Vermonters and those enrolled in Medicare pay for prescription medicines based on your income, disability status and age.
Programs & Services from the Vermont Agency of Human Services (AHS)
A comprehensive list of services available to Vermonters within and outside of AHS.
Seasonal Fuel Assistance Program
Helps low-income Vermonters pay part of their home heating bills.
Social Security Administration (SSA) Boston Region Office
Advises SSA customers in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont on how they may contact their local office and obtain information on Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Vermont Disability Determination Services
Information for Vermonters who apply for disability benefits under the Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and Medicaid programs.
Vermont Disability Program Navigator Initiative
Provides dedicated professionals to help persons with disabilities find, gain access, enter or reenter the job market.
Vermont Essential Person Program
Provides monthly cash assistance to help cover the expenses of having someone live with and provide essential care for people who are blind, have a disability or are 65 and older to stay in their homes.
Vermont Family Network
Organization empowers parents, families, children and adults who have or are at risk for special needs to be effective advocates for their health, education and well-being. Also provides information, support and advocacy, and promotes family-centered policies and practices.
Vermont Food Stamps Program

Helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health. You can apply for benefits by completing a state application form. Application opens a PDF document.

Vermont Medicaid Program
Provides low-cost or free coverage for low-income children, young adults under age 21, parents, pregnant women, caretaker relatives, people who are blind or disabled and those age 65 or older.
Vermont Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA)
If you receive disability benefits from the Social Security Administration, and are interested in working or learning more about how working would affect your benefits, you can get help from a community organization known as a Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) project.
Veterans Facilities in Vermont
Provides locations where veterans can apply for benefits or receive primary health care and mental health services.
VocRehab Vermont
Provides help for job seekers with disabilities, information on benefits and moving from school to work.

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