Below is information on the Medicaid benefits available for state-funded children. Parents can receive payment or reimbursement for certain nonrecurring adoption expenses directly related to the finalization of an adoption. Below are the allowed expenses and the limit per child. Nonrecurring expenses are expenses directly related to the legal adoption of a child with special needs that have not been reimbursed from other sources or funds. Families must apply and be found eligible prior to finalization.
International adoptees are eligible if they meet all other program criteria.
Vermont parents of Title IV-E children may receive subsidized child care if they work or are in training. Families may access these services by contacting their local district office or the central office. In addition to monthly payments and health coverage, Vermont has indicated that the following services are available for children with special needs. The Department may assume financial responsibility for certain present or future special services to the child. Adoptive parents must make full use of available community services, including private health insurance when available, prior to claiming a special need.