Grand Isle County
Ask about Grand Isle County
Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Grand Isle County and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Grand Isle County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · County office
Grand Isle County Sheriff's Department
10 Island Circle, Grand Isle, VT 05458
Help here
- Sheriff's office assistanceContact the Sheriff's Department for help with local law enforcement concerns or to submit a tip.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on grandislesheriffvt.org
Courts and legal help · State office
Grand Isle Superior Court
3677 US Route 2, North Hero, VT 05474
Help here
- Court servicesVisit the court for civil, criminal, family, and probate matters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vtcourts.gov
Human services · State office
St. Albans District Office, Economic Services Division
27 Federal Street, Suite 400, St. Albans, VT 05478
Help here
- Economic and food benefitsVisit the district office to apply for benefits or drop off documents.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.vermont.gov
Public health · State office
St. Albans Local Health Office
27 Federal Street, Suite 201, St. Albans, VT 05478
Help here
- Public health servicesGet immunizations, health information, and help connecting with health resources.
- WICGet nutrition help, healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and health education through WIC.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on healthvermont.gov
Child support · State office
Office of Child Support, St. Albans Satellite Office
27 Federal Street, St. Albans, VT 05478
Help here
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services at the St. Albans satellite office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.vermont.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Age Well
228 North Main Street, St. Albans, VT 05478
Help here
- Aging support and referralsOlder adults, caregivers, and families can call for help finding meals, in-home support, and other services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on agewellvt.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity, Franklin and Grand Isle Community Action
5 Lemnah Drive, Suite 5, St. Albans, VT 05478
Help here
- Basic needs and emergency assistanceGet help with basic needs, benefit applications, and emergencies when funds are available.
- Food assistanceGet information about food assistance through NorthWest Family Foods.
- Housing helpGet help searching for housing or finding shelter and coordinated entry services.
- Utility and heating helpGet help applying for fuel and utility assistance when programs are open.
- Work and budget supportGet help with employment goals and budgeting.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cvoeo.org
Local office · Regional office
Vermont 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get help finding local and state services for needs such as housing, food, health care, and utilities.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on vermont211.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Cities and towns in Grand Isle County
Vermont programs by kind of help
These are run by Vermont and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Vermont 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988