Franklin County

Local offices in Franklin County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Child support · State office

  Office of Child Support, St. Albans

  27 Federal Street, St. Albans, VT 05478

  Help here

  • Child support servicesApply for child support services or get help with a child support case.Apply online
  Call 802-527-5006DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.vermont.gov

• State office · State office

  Economic Services Division, St. Albans

  27 Federal Street, Suite 400, St. Albans, VT 05478

  Help here

  • Benefits programsApply for or get help with state benefits, including food and cash assistance.Read more
  Call 800-479-6151DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.vermont.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Vermont 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get help finding local and state services for needs such as housing, food, health care, and utilities.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on vermont211.org

• Public health · State office

  St. Albans Local Health Office

  27 Federal Street, Suite 201, St. Albans, VT 05478

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health information, and help connecting with health resources.
  • WICGet nutrition help, healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and health education through WIC.
  Call 802-524-7970DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on healthvermont.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Franklin Family Division

  36 Lake Street, St. Albans, VT 05478

  Help here

  • Family court servicesGet information about family court cases and court services at the Franklin Family Division.
  Call 802-524-7997DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vtcourts.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Age Well, Franklin County Office

  228 North Main Street, St. Albans, VT 05478

  Help here

  • Aging services and supportGet help finding meals, in-home care, and other support for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 800-642-5119DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on agewellvt.org

• Jobs and training · State office

  Vermont Department of Labor Job Center, St. Albans

  27 Federal Street, Suite 100, St. Albans, VT 05478

  Help here

  • Job and career helpMeet with staff for help with job searches, career planning, and training resources.
  Call 802-524-6585DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on labor.vermont.gov

• State office · State office

  Vermont DMV, Saint Albans

  680 Lower Newton Road, Saint Albans, VT 05478

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesHandle eligible driver license, permit, identification, registration, title, and vehicle tax services.
  Call 888-970-0357DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.vermont.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Franklin-Grand Isle Bookmobile

  5 Lemnah Drive, St. Albans, VT 05478

  Help here

  • Bookmobile library servicesBorrow books and other library materials through the bookmobile serving Franklin and Grand Isle counties.
  Call 802-868-5077DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fgibookmobile.org

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Franklin County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Franklin County

• Enosburg Falls
• St. Albans
• Swanton

Vermont programs by kind of help

These are run by Vermont and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026