21.13 Temporary absences from the state35

In general. Temporary absences from Vermont do not interrupt or end Vermont residence. Definition. An absence is temporary if the individual leaves the state with the intent to return when the purpose of the absence has been accomplished. Examples include, but are not limited to, absences for the purposes of: (1) Visiting; (2) Obtaining necessary medical care; (3) Obtaining education or training under a program of Vocational Rehabilitation, Work Incentive, or higher education program; or (4) Residence in a long-term care facility in another state, if arranged by an agent of the State of Vermont, unless the individual or their parents or legal guardian, as applicable, state intent to abandon Vermont residence and to reside outside Vermont upon discharge from long-term care. Exception. For purposes of Medicaid eligibility, an absence is not temporary if another state verifies that the individual meets the residency standard of such other state.36