Vermont Government Benefits
If you live in Vermont, you may qualify for several government assistance programs. Below are the major Vermont benefit programs — covering food assistance, health coverage, children's health insurance, and cash assistance — each with a plain-English guide to who qualifies and how to apply.
Vermont Dr. Dynasaur (CHIP)
How to qualify for and apply to Dr. Dynasaur, Vermont's CHIP coverage for children and pregnant individuals, through the Department of Vermont Health Access.
Read guide →vermont-medicaid.html
How to qualify for and apply to Vermont Medicaid health coverage through the Department of Vermont Health Access. Eligibility, coverage, and where to apply.
Read guide →vermont-snap.html
How to qualify for and apply to 3SquaresVT, Vermont's SNAP (food stamps) food assistance, through the Department for Children and Families.
Read guide →Vermont Reach Up (TANF)
How to qualify for and apply to Reach Up, Vermont's TANF cash assistance, through the Department for Children and Families.
Read guide →Not sure which Vermont programs you qualify for?
Many households qualify for more than one program at the same time. Benefit Guardian helps you check eligibility across all of them in a few minutes.
Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
What benefit programs are available in Vermont?
Vermont residents may qualify for several programs, including Vermont Dr. Dynasaur (CHIP), vermont-medicaid.html, vermont-snap.html, Vermont Reach Up (TANF). Eligibility depends on household size, income, and other factors.
How do I know if I qualify for benefits in Vermont?
Each Vermont program has its own income and eligibility rules. Benefit Guardian lets you check your likely eligibility across all of these programs in a few minutes.
Can I receive more than one Vermont benefit at the same time?
Yes. Many households qualify for more than one program at once — for example, both Medicaid and SNAP. You can apply to each program you may be eligible for.
Are these Vermont benefit programs free to apply for?
Yes. Applying for state and federal benefit programs in Vermont is always free through the official state agencies. Benefit Guardian never charges to check your eligibility.