Grace Cottage employs a Resource Advocate, Heather Chaudoir MSW, to help uninsured and underinsured patients locate and procure services for which they may qualify.

"Part of my job is to work with people who have no insurance or insufficient insurance," said Heather. "I can match people with programs because I keep current with state and federal programs. This includes finding possible avenues for health insurance, but I may also be able to find help with food, housing, and fuel assistance, for example."

Heather's services are free of charge for community members between the ages of 18-64 - those 65 and older are encouraged to contact the Council on Aging. Heather has helped many people with a wide variety of resource issues, helping to fill out necessary forms and making connections for patients with other federal, state and local resources. She's an expert in filling out reduced fee applications, finding sources for reduced-cost or free prescription medications, and locating other avenues of support in Vermont.