This program provides consultation and information for those receiving disability benefits, who need help understanding eligibility and the impact work may have on their benefits.

CAP helps individuals who experience problems when applying for or receiving vocational rehabilitation or independent living services. This includes advising and informing individuals of their rights and providing advocacy services.

Core Transition Teams increase capacity of high school special education staff, Agency of Human Services (AHS) staff, and community partners at the local level to develop, provide, and manage an effective transition process for students with disabilities. They also coordinates services between multiple agencies.

This program provides a range of independent living services to people with disabilities at Centers for Independent Living across the state. Services include help connecting to local services, assistance with job searches, local transit skills training, assistive technology help, peer mentoring support, assistance with school-to-career transitions, self-advocacy help, and more.

This program offers intensive assistance to youth transitioning to adulthood to help them access and succeed in employment, education, housing, positive relationships, community connections, and independent living. The program is available to youth ages 16 to 21 who are experiencing significant emotional or behavioral challenges that interfere with their potential. It is a collaboration between the Vermont Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Departments of Corrections, Mental Health, and Children and Families.

This program supports Parent Training and Information Centers and Community Parent Resource Centers in 12 eastern states plus DC and two territories. Services include one-to-one consultations, trainings and webinars, peer-to-peer mentoring, site visits, non-profit management tools, and more.

Peer advocate counselors (PACs) work one-on-one and in groups with individuals with disabilities, to find solutions and improve options for independent living. Together, PACs and peers create independent living plans to reach their goals, which might include budgeting finances, acquiring adaptive equipment, communicating more effectively, or finding a job.

Pre-ETS assist students with disabilities in identifying career interests and developing skills to be successful in the workplace. This includes five required activities: job exploration counseling, work-based learning experiences, workplace readiness training, counseling on comprehensive transition or postsecondary educational programs, and instruction in self-advocacy.

Project SEARCH is a one-year transition-to-work program for students with significant disabilities that includes classroom instruction, career exploration, and internship rotations. It is a collaboration between local businesses, state agencies, local school systems, and other entities, and is offered at several locations.

This program provides information, training and technical assistance, and support to youth and young adults with disabilities and their families, including transition services to help youth and their families navigate multiple programs and service systems; actively participate in the development of plans for independence; and collaborate with transition professionals. It is a collaborative effort between Parent Centers in nine northeastern states.

This program helps individuals with developmental disabilities find and keep employment. Employment specialists help clients find a job that matches their needs and interests; identify the need for training, and work with employers to provide it; adapt the work site; and design the supports needed to do a job. The program provides support for as long as it is needed.

This program trains Vermonters with developmental disabilities to be advocates for positive social change. Lessons include steps to be a leader, how to get your point across, and key issues in disability rights. Workshops are comprised of presentations, panels, and interactive exercises.

This program help out-of-school and in-school youth with one or more barriers to employment (including having a disability) prepare for and secure employment and postsecondary education opportunities. Services include tutoring; work experiences; occupational skills training; leadership development opportunities; and postsecondary education and training preparation activities.

The Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL) offers a number of youth transition services including youth group support, a youth advocacy council, and numerous trainings around employment skills, communication skills, confidence and leadership, and more.