Vocational Rehabilitation Department

The Department for Children and Families (DCF) in Waterbury, VT is an official Vermont government agency that provides a range of programs and services to support children and families in the state. With six divisions dedicated to child development, disability determination, economic services, family services, child support, and economic opportunity, DCF ensures access to quality child care, determines eligibility for federal disability benefits, helps individuals and families meet their basic needs, ensures child safety and well-being, supports parents and guardians with child support issues, and provides services to low-income Vermonters. DCF collaborates with key partners such as area agencies on aging, community action agencies, fuel dealers, parent-child centers, and weatherization agencies to deliver comprehensive support and resources for adoptive parents, foster parents, kinship caregivers, parents and guardians, and youth. Committed to addressing and preventing homelessness, abuse, and other challenges, DCF plays a vital role in promoting the welfare and protection of children and families in Vermont.Generated from the website

The Office of the State Treasurer in Vermont, led by Treasurer Mike Pieciak, functions as the state's principal banker and chief investment officer, overseeing the management of public funds, both short-term and long-term debt, and the investment of state resources. The office also administers three retirement systems, collects and returns unclaimed property, and enhances financial literacy among Vermonters while advising policymakers on fiscal matters. Additionally, the office manages programs such as Vermont Saves, which assists employers in implementing retirement plans, and the Vermont Pension Investment Committee, which focuses on pension investment strategies. Through various initiatives and committees, the Treasurer's Office aims to improve economic empowerment and ensure financial transparency for the citizens of Vermont. Generated from the website

The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA) is a government agency responsible for administering the Vermont Medicaid health insurance program and the state-based exchange for health insurance. They offer a range of health insurance plan options and provide assistance for individuals and families applying for health insurance. DVHA coordinates eligibility and enrollment for Medicaid and commercial health insurance plans, ensuring that income-eligible individuals and those who are categorically eligible have access to government-funded health insurance. They work with private insurance companies to offer certified health plans that provide essential benefits and comply with the Affordable Care Act.Generated from the website