Swanton
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Local offices in Swanton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Swanton Village Office and Utilities
120 First Street, Swanton, VT 05488
Help here
- Electric, water, and sewer billsContact the village office to pay electric, water, and sewer bills or ask about a payment plan.Apply online
- Electric, water, and sewer serviceContact the village office to apply for electric, water, or sewer service.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on swantonvt.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.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on vermont211.org
Library · City office
Swanton Public Library
1 First Street, Swanton, VT 05488
Help here
- Public library and community spaceVisit the library to use public library services and community space.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on swantonlibrary.org
Local office · City office
Swanton Town Office
1 Academy Street, Swanton, VT 05488
Help here
- Town services and clerkVisit or call the town office for help with town services and the town clerk.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on swantonvt.gov
Town of Swanton, Vermont website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Swanton
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Vermont Foodbank
33 Parker Road, Barre, VT 05641
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Services Vermont
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity
Serves Addison County except Hancock and Granville Towns
255 South Champlain Street, Burlington, VT 05402
Listed on humanservices.vermont.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Franklin County
Swanton is in Franklin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcf.vermont.gov
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
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on humanservices.vermont.gov
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.
Last checked 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.
Last checked 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.
Last checked 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.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on labor.vermont.gov
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
Talk to a person
- Vermont 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988