Vermont Communications Support

The Vermont Communication Support Project (VCSP), administered by Disability Rights Vermont, recruits, trains, and certifies Communication Support Specialists (CSS) to assist individuals with disabilities during court and administrative proceedings. Offering specialized communication accommodations, VCSP ensures equal access to the system of justice and state services, marking it as the first program of its kind in the nation.

VCSP serves individuals involved in civil, family, probate, and small claims court cases, as well as administrative meetings, but does not provide services for criminal court matters. By addressing communication barriers, VCSP enhances participants' understanding and navigation of the legal system while respecting their civil rights and promoting fairness within judicial processes.

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