A podcast shines the spotlight on their important work.
An Interview with Two Long-Term Care Ombudsmen
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Testimony in Support of Housing
VLA attorney Rebecca Plummer gave testimony in support of emergency housing funding and Bridges to Housing proposal.
Commentary: Listen to the Voices of People Experiencing Homelessness
This commentary by interns Brianna Ghosn and Ned Smiley is a result of interviews with Vermonters who are homeless.
Rebecca Plummer: Evictions Expected to “Explode” with End of VERAP
“We expect it [rate of evictions] to explode if the state doesn’t take steps to help people in this situation.”
VLA Files Class Action Lawsuit Against VT Department of Labor Over Delays
Vermont Legal Aid filed a class action lawsuit based on extensive delays in scheduling unemployment benefit appeals.
Sandra Paritz: Housing Must Be Recognized as a Basic Human Right
It is time for the law to reflect what we now know to be true — that housing for all must be recognized as a basic human right.
Tenants: Hear Their Voices
A sampling of voicemails received from Vermonters who need help accessing the VERAP rent assistance program.
Push for GA Housing Extension is Successful
We are relieved to hear that Governor Scott authorized extending General Assistance (GA) emergency housing for an additional 30 days.
Settlement Reached in GA Emergency Housing Case
Eligibility for the GA program for persons with disabilities will be expanded and a variance process will be formalized.
Video: Advocating for an Increase in Reach Up Cash Assistance
Vermont Legal Aid is advocating for an increase in Reach Up cash assistance to low-income Vermont families.