Senior Solutions

Just for a laugh or two!

dbarden — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:22:15 +0000

Growing old is great because…….. 1. I sleep less and play more bingo! 2. Every day is a new experience! 3. It’s like being a recycled teenager only its better! and finally: 4. My car insurance is cheaper! Have a … Continue reading →

Tax Preparation

dbarden — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:53:06 +0000

Do you need help doing your taxes and don’t know who to call?

Call the Senior HelpLine for more information at 1-800-642-5119 or go to:
AARP trained volunteers at: (just click on the links below)
http://www.aarp.org/applications/VMISLocator/searchTaxAideLocations.action

also SEVCA at:
http://www.sevca.org/news/2-news/96-sevca-a-united-way-provide-free-tax-return-preparation

Also if you need help with VT state tax go to:
http://www.state.vt.us/tax/pdf.word.excel/individual/2012Sites.xls

New to Medicare Classes

dbarden — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:24:11 +0000

New To Medicare?

Have you lost coverage?
Are you turning 65 or younger disabled and Medicare eligible?
If the answer is YES, this class is for you.

Learn basic knowledge of the Medicare System and Part D Drug coverage.

Classes will be held starting in March 2012.

Class dates are as follows: March 2^nd and 9^th April 13^th and 27^th May 11^th and 25^th

Where: Springfield Senior Center
139 Main Street
Springfield, VT 05156

Time: 12:30 to 3:00pm

Note: please park across the street in the church parking lot. Thanks!

Class space is limited, so please call ahead to register.

For more information, or to register please call the Senior HelpLine at
1-800-642-5119 or SHIP at 885-6696

Jobs – 1

dbarden — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:42:32 +0000

SEARCH REOPENED

Information & Assistance Specialist

Senior Solutions – Council on Aging for Southeastern VT is expanding its Senior HelpLine for elders. The ideal candidate must have professional phone experience in a Call and Resource or Crisis Intervention Center. Knowledge of elder needs highly desired. AIRS certification a plus. BA required. Prefer candidate to live within a 30 mile radius of workplace. Goal is to become part of a Call Center Resource Team located in Springfield. Some field work will be required. Full-time position. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Generous Benefit package. EOE.

To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to:
Senior Solutions
Attn: Paula Richotte
56 Main Street Suite 202
Springfield, VT 05156
E-mail: prichotte@seniorsolutionsvt.org
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Tropical Storm Irene info

dbarden — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:29:29 +0000

For residents of Windham or Windsor County affected By Tropical Storm Irene

–Residents over 60 can contact the Senior Helpline at (1 800 642-5119) for help.

– Senior Nutrition- All meal sites are operating. Check our Dining Trail for Contacts to local meal sites.

– To apply for assistance from FEMA: http://www.fema.gov

– Vermont Emergency Management: http://vem.vermont.gov

– Red Cross- information and tips on returning to your home after a flood: www.redcrossvtnhuv.org

– For road closures or travel information: Dial 511 or www.511vt.com