St. Joseph Orphanage Record Request Policy and Process
Individuals who were adopted
Download the Record Request Form, complete and mail back per the instructions. Please make sure to include a copy of state issued photo identification.
VCC adheres to all Vermont Adoption laws outlined here.
Review the Vermont Adoption Registry brochure which outlines available information here.
Individuals who resided at the Orphanage
Download the Record Request Form, complete and mail back per the instructions. Please make sure to include a copy of state issued photo identification.
Documentation available to former orphan (see above for adoptee):
Report Cards
Medical Records
Baptismal certificate (Parental and sponsor information will be redacted in accordance with the policy of the Diocese of Burlington governing the issuance of sacramental records.)
Information containing sibling information cannot be shared due to privacy/confidentiality except under the following circumstance:
Sibling information can be shared if all siblings sign a release form provided by VCC. Please contact VCC for a release form.
If a sibling has passed away, VCC will release information if a death certificate is provided.
Please contact us if you need a paper copy of the form or have any questions.
55 Joy Drive, South Burlington, VT 05403
Telephone: 802-658-6111
Fax: 802-860-0451
charityadmins@vermontcatholic.org