Vermont Center for Independent Living — Veterans

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Independent living services helping disabled veterans in Vermont remain in their homes and communities through peer support, advocacy, skills training, and benefits navigation. Fathers with service-connected or other disabilities can call the Montpelier office for intake. Services include help with SSI/SSDI applications, home modifications, transportation, and community connections. Programs are free and consumer-directed.

Contact & Details

Address: 11 E State St, Montpelier, VT 05602

Phone: (800) 639-1522

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

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About Veterans for Fathers

Veteran fathers have access to a parallel system of benefits and services through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Healthcare is provided through VA medical centers and community-based outpatient clinics; mental health services including PTSD, depression, and family therapy are covered. The VA Crisis Line (dial 988, press 1) is staffed 24/7 by veterans for veterans. Disability compensation, GI Bill education benefits, VA home loans, and vocational rehabilitation are administered through regional VA offices. State-level Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) — the American Legion, VFW, DAV, and state VSO offices — help veterans file benefit claims for free. For family law matters, the VA doesn't provide attorneys, but many state bar associations have veteran legal clinics. This directory includes the VA Crisis Line, regional VA centers, state VSOs, and veteran-specific legal and housing services.

Veterans in Vermont

Vermont's Family Division of the Superior Court handles all family matters statewide. The Office of Child Support Services operates under DCF. Burlington, South Burlington, Rutland, and Essex are the largest towns. Vermont Legal Aid and Legal Services Vermont (a nonprofit partner) provide civil legal aid, including a joint statewide Family Law helpline.

More Veterans in Vermont

  • White River Junction VA Medical Center — Full-service VA hospital serving Vermont and New Hampshire veterans with primary care, specialty care, mental health services, PTSD treatmen
  • White River Junction Vet Center — Free readjustment counseling, individual and group therapy, PTSD support, and family counseling for combat veterans and their families. Fath
  • Vermont Veterans Home — Bennington — State-operated long-term residential and skilled nursing care facility for eligible Vermont veterans, spouses, and Gold Star parents. Father
  • Vermont American Legion — Veterans service organization with posts across Vermont offering community, benefits help, scholarships, and events. Fathers who are veteran
  • VFW Vermont — Veterans of Foreign Wars posts across Vermont offering camaraderie, benefits assistance, scholarships, and community events for those who se
  • Disabled American Veterans — Vermont — Free benefits counseling and advocacy for Vermont disabled veterans and their families, based at the White River Junction VA. DAV service of

Veterans — Common Questions

What do I do in a crisis?
Dial 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line. Text 838255. Chat at veteranscrisisline.net. Staffed 24/7 by veterans. Also visit any VA emergency department — you'll be seen regardless of enrollment status.
I'm not enrolled with the VA — can I still get help?
Yes. Visit any VA medical center to enroll. Most veterans with an honorable or general discharge qualify for free or low-cost care. Combat veterans within 10 years of separation get enhanced eligibility. Bring your DD-214.
Can the VA help with custody cases?
The VA doesn't provide attorneys for family law, but many state bar associations run free Veteran Legal Clinics. The VA Caregiver Support Program and Vet Centers provide counseling, and Veteran Treatment Courts exist in many jurisdictions for justice-involved vets.
What does a VSO do?
A Veterans Service Organization (American Legion, VFW, DAV, state VSO) helps veterans file disability compensation claims, pension claims, and appeals for free. They're accredited by the VA and often get better outcomes than self-filed claims. Always use a VSO before paying for a claims agent.