Health
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Tell us more about what you need. We answer first, then show the programs that fit, then ask a few questions to narrow it down.
Programs in Vermont
Vermont programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Department of Vermont Health Access
Green Mountain Care Medicaid
In Vermont, Medicaid is called Green Mountain Care.
Green Mountain Care provides Medicaid health coverage to eligible Vermonters.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaper
Department of Vermont Health Access
Dr. Dynasaur
In Vermont, CHIP is called Dr. Dynasaur.
Dr. Dynasaur provides free or low-cost coverage for eligible children and pregnant people.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaper
Department of Vermont Health Access
Vermont Health Connect Qualified Health Plans
In Vermont, the health insurance marketplace is called Vermont Health Connect.
Vermont Health Connect is the state's marketplace for individual health insurance and financial help.
Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaper
Department of Disabilities, Aging, and Independent Living
Behavioral Health Services
The Department of Mental Health oversees community mental health services through local designated agencies.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal programs
These work the same in every state. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Medicare
Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Most people sign up through Social Security, online at SSA.gov or by phone. Medicare.gov compares plans.
Social Security Administration
Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Apply online at SSA.gov or call Social Security. People with Medicaid or SSI may get it without applying.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
VA health care
Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Apply online at VA.gov, by phone, by mail, or in person at a VA medical center.
Checked on October 9, 2026
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Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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