Vermont Disability Resources
If you just got hurt on the job, received a diagnosis, or need to understand what Vermont offers for people with disabilities, this page covers the major programs and how to access them.
Workers' Compensation
The Vermont Department of Labor, Workers' Compensation Division handles claims.
What to do if you're hurt at work:- Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible.
- Seek medical treatment -- you may choose your own doctor.
- File a claim if benefits are denied.
- Notify your employer as soon as practicable.
- File a formal claim within 6 years.
- Phone: 802-828-2286
- Web: labor.vermont.gov/workers-compensation
State Disability Programs
Vermont does not have a state disability insurance program but has Vermont Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI), beginning in 2025.
- Up to 6 weeks initially, expanding over time.
Medicaid
Vermont Medicaid is called Green Mountain Care.
How to apply:- Online at vermonthr.com
- By phone: 1-800-250-8427
Vocational Rehabilitation
The Vermont Division of Vocational Rehabilitation helps people with disabilities find employment.
Contact:- Phone: 802-241-2186 / 1-866-879-6757
- Web: vocrehab.vermont.gov
Disability Rights
Disability Rights Vermont is the state's federally designated Protection and Advocacy organization. Contact:- Phone: 802-229-1355 / 1-800-834-7890
- Web: disabilityrightsvt.org
Veterans Services
The Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs provides state-level assistance.
Contact:- Phone: 802-828-3379 / 1-888-666-9844
- Web: veterans.vermont.gov
State Employment Protections
Vermont has the Vermont Fair Employment Practices Act, which prohibits disability discrimination for all employers regardless of size.
Where to file a complaint:- Vermont Human Rights Commission: 802-828-2480 / 1-800-416-2010
- Web: hrc.vermont.gov
Key Contacts
| Agency | Phone | Website | |--------|-------|---------| | Workers' Compensation Division | 802-828-2286 | labor.vermont.gov | | Green Mountain Care (Medicaid) | 1-800-250-8427 | vermonthr.com | | Division of Vocational Rehab | 1-866-879-6757 | vocrehab.vermont.gov | | Disability Rights Vermont | 1-800-834-7890 | disabilityrightsvt.org | | Human Rights Commission | 1-800-416-2010 | hrc.vermont.gov | | Social Security Administration | 1-800-772-1213 | ssa.gov |