DCF

In most cases, within 72 hours of receiving a report of child abuse or neglect, the Vermont Department for Children and Families (DCF) must begin either an assessment or an investigation. Learn what to do if DCF is investigating you or took custody of your child.

If the Department for Children and Families (DCF) granted you more benefits than you were supposed to get, this is called an “overpayment.” Payments from DCF include 3SquaresVT (food stamps), Fuel Assistance and Reach Up cash benefits. This page tells you what to do when you have an overpayment or when you get a claim notice or program violation letter.

A fair hearing is a legal proceeding. It’s like a meeting. The fair hearing is with a hearing officer from the Human Service Board (HSB). This page has information about what to expect at a public benefits fair hearing in Vermont.