Vermont 211 is
a comprehensive information and referral service. People can search their database at www.vermont211.org or:
dial 2-1-1 – a local call from
anywhere in Vermont
1-866-652-4636 – toll free in Vermont
(802) 652-4636 – from outside of Vermont
Text your zip code to 898211
The
Vermont 2-1-1 contact center is available 24/7
Texting
is only available Monday through Friday from 8am – 8pm.
Some frequently used
resources might be:
Food Access:
Many of these programs may have income
eligibility guidelines and they may differ depending on program. Because of the
current situation with the coronavirus, food shelf and meal site operations are
changing regularly. It’s advisable to call first to ensure they are still
open. For more information about food resources in Vermont, you can visit the
Vermont Food Bank website at https://www.vtfoodbank.org/
Resource
Rochester Federated
ChurchFood Shelf
Location
Rochester
Federated Church
15 North
Main Street
Rochester,
VT
Contact
Ruth
McLoughlin
802-767-3030
Serves
Rochester,
Hancock, Granville
Schedule
Last
Saturday of the Month
9:00 am –
10:00 am or by appointment
Resource
Rochester
Elementary SchoolMeal Program
Location
Rochester
Elementary School
Contact
Erica
Harrington
802-767-4632
/ eharrington@wrvsu.org
If you want
to sign up for meals, call the office and leave a message w/ the # of
children and if there are any food allergies along w/ a call-back #
Serves
Breakfast
& lunch for youth 0-18 in Hancock, Granville, Rochester through pick up
(delivery available for students)
Schedule
Pick up at
school Monday / Wednesday / Friday 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Lamoille,
Washington, Orange & Northern Windsor Counties as well as Hancock,
Granville & Pittsfield
Schedule
Call ahead
for hours of operation
Resource
3SquaresVTFinancial assistance to purchase food at grocery
stores
Location
Statewide
Contact
ESD Service Center 1-800-479-6151 to
request paper application
https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/3SquaresVT to apply online.
You can also contact the
Vermont Foodbank for more information about 3SquaresVT. You can text VFBSNAP to 85511 to see if you
may be eligible. You can reach the
3SqaresVT team by email at 3SVT@vtfoodbank.org or phone at
1-802-477-4136 or toll-free at 1-855-855-6181.
Serves
To
receive SNAP benefits, you need to meet certain income and other guidelines. Household Size Monthly Gross Income Limit
1 person:
$1,926
2 people:
$2,609
3 people:
$3,290
4 people:
$3,971
5 people:
$4,653
6 people:
$5,334
For
each additional person, add $683.
Resource
WICFinancial assistance to purchase food at grocery
stores
If
you’re pregnant, a caregiver, or a parent with a child under five, WIC might
be able to help.
Resource
Commodity
Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)USDA nutrition program offers free monthly nutrition information
and nutritious foods to income-eligible older adults.
ho is eligible for CSFP?
60 years of age or older, living
in Vermont
Individual and/or household
income will be used to determine eligibility
Each household member may be
eligible, and will need to complete an application form
CSFP Income Eligibility Guidelines
1 person:
$1,383/month
2 people:
$1,868/month
3 people:
$2,353/month
Note: Each eligible person receives
their own food box at one designated site.
People can participate in
other federal nutrition programs, like 3SquaresVT, at the same time.
Energy / Housing / Other Assistance:
Many of these programs may have income
eligibility guidelines and they may differ depending on program. For more
information on state benefits call the service center at 802-479-6151 or go to https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/
Resource
Capstone
Community Action Crisis Fuel Assistance / housing counseling and
limited financial assistance for households who are homeless or on the verge
of homelessness (ex: have received notice they must be out within 21 days) Capstone also provides budget coaching and
occasionally has small pots of flex funds available or are connected to
resources that can help with different issues.
Location
Capstone
Community Action
Randolph VT
Contact
802-728-9506
– leave a message and a staff member will return your call.
www.capstonevt.org
landerson@capstonevt.org
Serves
Lamoille,
Washington, Orange & Northern Windsor Counties as well as Hancock,
Granville & Pittsfield
Schedule
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 4:30 pm (closed 12-1 for lunch), Only providing services by phone
currently.
Resource
Green Mountain Power’s Energy Assistance25% Discount on monthly charges. May
qualify for arrears forgiveness if you’re new to the program and owe on a
past bill
You may be eligible if you have an
emergency need and do not have the income or resources to meet that need. The
best way to find out if you are eligible is to apply! We will review your
situation and let you know if you qualify
Resource
Clara
Martin CenterMental Health & Substance Abuse
Services
Location
Orange &
Northern Windsor Counties as well as Hancock & Granville – services
provided by phone currently
Contact
For general inquiries contact
802-728-4477
For Emergencies call 800-639-6360
Resource
Stagecoach
(Tri-Valley Transit)Transportation – program changes are
occurring regularly – call for more information
Location
Orange &
Northern Windsor Counties as well as Hancock & Granville