State Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
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State Health Insurance Program (SHIP): free Medicare counseling in Vermont
Vermont's State Health Insurance Program, called SHIP, gives information, help and support to people with Medicare.
The Adult Services Division of the Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living runs it. Call the toll-free number to reach your local Area Agency on Aging.
How to apply in Vermont
- By phone
- 1-800-642-5119
- In person
- The toll-free number connects you with your local Area Agency on Aging, which gives SHIP help. The relay number is 711.
Who may qualify in Vermont
| Who may get help | Anyone with Medicare, and their family and caregivers |
|---|
Good to know
- There is no cost to use SHIP services.
- The SHIP National Technical Assistance Center lists this program as the state's SHIP.
Source: SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (source 3)
Free help
Free help with this in Vermont
Adult Services Division
Your local Area Agency on Aging can help with meals, rides, help at home, caregiver support and applying for benefits.
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Sources
- Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living, State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) (official government site). Checked Oct 28, 2026.
- Administration for Community Living, State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) (official government site). Checked Oct 28, 2026.
- SHIP National Technical Assistance Center, About SHIPs. Checked Oct 28, 2026.
- SHIP National Technical Assistance Center, Vermont SHIP. Checked Oct 28, 2026.
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