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BURIAL EXPENSE ASSISTANCE | VERMONT DEPARTMENT FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - ECONOMIC SERVICES DIVISION

280 State Drive HC1 South, Waterbury, VT 05671-1020

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

Voice - Toll Free | Language Interpretation Line

8004796151

Voice - 24 Hour Toll Free | Benefits Service Center

8022410514

Fax - FAX | Application and Document Processing Center (ADPC)

8774037668

Voice - Toll Free | Interview Unit

http://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/EA-GA

Service area

Vermont state

Description

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

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.