North Bennington

Local offices in North Bennington

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

• State office

  Economic Services Division, Bennington District Office

  200 Veterans Memorial Drive, Suite 6, Bennington, VT 05201

  Help here

  • Public benefitsApply for state benefit programs and get help with benefit questions at the Bennington district office.
  Call 800-479-6151DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on humanservices.vermont.gov

• Utilities · City office

  North Bennington Water Department

  Help here

  • Water serviceContact the Water Department about village water service and water bills.
  Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on villagenorthbennington.org

• Local office · City office

  Village of North Bennington Office

  Help here

  • Village government and town officeContact the village clerk, treasurer, or trustees about village records, taxes, and local government.
  Call 802-442-7474Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on villagenorthbennington.org

• State office

  Bennington DMV Office

  530 Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identificationVisit the DMV for driver license, learner permit, and non-driver identification services.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dmv.vermont.gov

• Library · Regional office

  John G. McCullough Free Library

  2 Main Street, North Bennington, VT 05257

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other materials, use learning resources, and attend community programs.
  Call 802-447-7121DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mcculloughlibrary.org

The Village of North Bennington website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve North Bennington

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

Job help near North Bennington

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in North Bennington. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Bennington Resource Center, Vermont Department of Labor

  Also helps young people

  3.1 miles away

  200 Veterans Memorial Drive, Suite 2, Bennington, VT 05201-1945

  Hours: In Person (Walk-in & By Appt): M-Thurs 9am-12pm; 1pm-4pm Virtual: Fridays 9am-12pm; 1pm-4pm and By Appt

  Call 802-442-6376DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 29, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Brattleboro Career Resource Center, Vermont Department of Labor

  Also helps young people

  35 miles away

  28 Vernon Street, Suite 212, Brattleboro, VT 05301

  Hours: In Person (Walk-in & By Appt): M-Thurs 9am-12pm; 1pm-3pm Virtual: Fridays 9am-12pm; 1pm-4:30pm By Appt

  Call 802-254-4555DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on June 1, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Springfield Resource Center, Vermont Department of Labor

  Also helps young people

  46 miles away

  56 Main Street, Suite 101, Springfield, VT 05156-2900

  Hours: Virtual Only on Monday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday- 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm- open for walk-ins and virtual appointments.

  Call 802-289-0999DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on June 1, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Bennington County

North Bennington is in Bennington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Bennington District Office, Economic Services Division

  200 Veterans Memorial Drive, Suite 6, Bennington, VT 05201

  Help here

  • Benefits programsApply for state benefits and get help with programs such as food assistance and Reach Up.Apply online
  Call 800-479-6151DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.vermont.gov

• Housing help · City office

  Bennington Housing Authority

  22 Willowbrook Drive, Bennington, VT 05201

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceAsk about affordable housing and rental assistance for eligible households.Read more
  Call 802-442-8000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on benningtonhousingauthority.com

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Vermont 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 or search online to find local help with needs such as food, housing, utilities, and health care.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on vermont211.org

• Public health · State office

  Bennington Local Health Office

  324 Main Street, Suite 2, Bennington, VT 05201

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about local health programs, immunizations, and public health support.
  • WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, and children under five can get healthy foods, nutrition help, and breastfeeding support.Apply online
  Call 802-447-3531DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on healthvermont.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Nonprofit

  United Counseling Service

  100 Ledge Hill Drive, Bennington, VT 05201

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and crisis supportCall or visit to ask for mental health counseling, substance use treatment, or crisis support.
  Call 802-442-5491DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucsvt.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Vermont Judiciary Self-Help for the Public

  207 South Street, Bennington, VT 05201

  Help here

  • Court self-helpFind court information and help with forms if you do not have a lawyer.
  Call 802-879-1185DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vtcourts.gov

Everything in Bennington County

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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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