Westminster

Local offices in Westminster

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

• 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

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Westminster Cares

  Westminster Institute, 3534 US Route 5, Westminster, VT 05158

  Help here

  • Help for older adults and adults with disabilitiesAsk about rides, meals, heating help, community nursing, home equipment loans, and help finding services.
  Call 802-722-3607DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Nonprofit

  Butterfield Library

  3534 US Route 5, Westminster, VT 05158

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other media and ask about library activities and resources.
  Call 802-722-4891DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Nonprofit

  Westminster West Public Library

  3409 Westminster West Road, Putney, VT 05158

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books, videos, DVDs, and audiobooks, use high-speed internet, and ask about library programs.
  Call 802-387-4682DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Westminster Town Office

  3651 US Route 5, Westminster, VT 05158

  Help here

  • Town clerk servicesVisit the Town Clerk for vital records, marriage licenses, dog licenses, voter services, and vehicle registration renewals.Read more
  • Property tax informationContact the town office with questions about town property taxes or delinquent tax payments.Read more
  Call 802-722-4255DirectionsWebsite

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

Town of Westminster, Vermont website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Westminster

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

Job help near Westminster

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 Westminster. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Springfield Resource Center, Vermont Department of Labor

  Also helps young people

  15 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

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Brattleboro Career Resource Center, Vermont Department of Labor

  Also helps young people

  17 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

  Bennington Resource Center, Vermont Department of Labor

  Also helps young people

  40 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

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 Windham County

Westminster is in Windham County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Child support · State office

  Office of Child Support, Southeast Region

  100 Mineral Street, Suite 202, Springfield, VT 05156

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe regional office helps families with child support services.
  Call 802-536-1880DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Brattleboro District Office, Economic Services Division

  232 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Brattleboro, VT 05302

  Help here

  • Economic assistanceResidents can get help with state economic assistance programs at this district office.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Brattleboro Local Health Office

  232 Main Street, Suite 3, Brattleboro, VT 05301

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe office provides local public health services for Windham County.
  • WICWIC offers food and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, and children under five.
  Call 802-257-2880DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Windham Civil Division

  7 Court Street, Newfane, VT 05345

  Help here

  • Civil court servicesThe court handles civil cases and provides access to court processes and forms.
  Call 802-365-7979DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Windham Criminal Division

  30 Putney Road, 2nd Floor, Brattleboro, VT 05301

  Help here

  • Criminal court servicesThe court handles criminal cases and provides access to court processes and forms.
  Call 802-257-2800DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Windham County Sheriff's Office

  185 Old Ferry Road, Brattleboro, VT 05301

  Help here

  • Civil process and transportationThe Sheriff's Office serves civil legal papers and transports people in custody.
  Call 802-365-4942DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Windham 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