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St. Joseph Orphanage Record Request

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