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3SquaresVT for People Experiencing Homelessness

People do not need a permanent address to qualify for 3SquaresVT.

Many qualify for 3SquaresVT and don’t know it, or aren’t sure how to apply.

You can call 2-1-1 to connect with free and compassionate benefit assistance.

You don’t need a permanent address, but do you need a place to get mail. Here are some options to provide a mailing address:

  • General Delivery: You can have mail sent to a local post office for pickup.

  • P.O. Box: Consider renting a P.O. Box for secure mail delivery.

  • Trusted Friends or Family: You can use the address of someone you trust for important correspondence.

  • Shelters: Many shelters offer mail services, helping you stay connected.

If you’re already enrolled in 3SquaresVT and need to update where you receive mail, you can: 

  • Call ESD: 1-800-479-615. 

    • For language interpretation services, call 1-855-247-3092.

  • Go to an ESD district office local to you 

  • Have a service provider report it for you, by calling 2-1-1 and asking for 3SquaresVT help

Upload information about your new address through the Document Uploader if you have an online account.

Get help local to you:

Northwest Vermont +

  • Age Well
  • CVOEO
    • (802) 862-2771 or 1-800-287-7971
    • Addison Community Action: (802) 388-2285
    • Chittenden Community Action: (802) 863-6248
    • Franklin/Grand Isle Community Action: (802) 527-7392

Northeast Kingdom +

  • NEK Council on Aging
  • Northeast Kingdom Community Action
    • (802) 334-7316
    • Canaan: (802) 266-7134
    • Island Pond: (802) 723-5276
    • St. Johnsbury: (802) 748-6040

Central Vermont +

  • Central Vermont Council on Aging
  • Capstone Community Action
    • (802) 479-1053 or 1-800-639-1053
    • Bradford: (802) 222-5419
    • Morrisville: 1-800-639-8710 or (802) 888-7993
    • Randolph: 1-800-846-9506 or (802) 728-9506

Southwest Vermont +

  • Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging
    • Rutland Office: (802) 786-5990
    • Bennington Office: (802) 442-5436
  • BROC - Community Action in Southwestern Vermont
    • (802) 775-0878 or 1-800-717-2762
    • Bennington: (802) 447-7515

Southeast Vermont +

  • Senior Solutions (Southeastern CT Council on Aging)
  • Southeast Vermont Community Action (SEVCA)
    • (802) 722-4575 or 1-800-464-9951
    • Brattleboro: (802) 254-2795
    • Springfield: (802) 885-6153
    • White River Junction: (802) 295-5215