BURIAL EXPENSE ASSISTANCE | VERMONT DEPARTMENT FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - ECONOMIC SERVICES DIVISION
5 Perry Street, Suite 150, McFarland Office Building, Barre, VT 05641-4270
Eligibility
Eligibility based on financial resources of the deceased person (who must have lived in or died in Vermont). Other than a spouse, family member's financial resources will not be used to determine eligibility for the individual who died.
Hours
In Person: Monday-Friday: 7:45am-4:30pm
Telephone: 8:00am-4:30pm
8552473092
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Language Interpretation Line
8004796151
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Toll Free 24/7
8774037668
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Toll Free | Interview Unit
8024761654
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FAX
Service area
Vermont state
Covers the costs, up to a certain dollar amount, for professional services and related costs for a simple burial or cremation for a deceased individual. Payment is made directly to the funeral home.
Last Assured
01/21/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
VERMONT DEPARTMENT FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - ECONOMIC SERVICES DIVISION
The Vermont Department for Children and Families - Economic Services Division (DCF-ESD) administers state and federal programs that help individuals and families meet their basic needs, including 3SquaresVT, Essential Person, Fuel Assistance, and Reach Up.