The Vet to Vet Visitor Program expands on our veterans’ dedication to service. By matching those who have the time and ability to visit, talk, and enjoy activities with other veterans who may be limited in mobility or ability to drive, or just miss the companionship of other veterans, both parties benefit from being matched as buddies.
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VIDEO: Senior Solutions’ Thom Simmons talks about programs
Brattleboro TV featured Joann Erenhouse, Keeping Up with Senior Solutions, talking with Thom Simmons of Senior Solutions about 3Squares, Fuel Assistance, and Meals on Wheels.
VIDEO: Senior Center Directors Talk Re-Opening
Introducing three of Windham and Windsor County’s Senior Center Directors to talk about how they weathered the Covid-19 pandemic shut-downs and what plans they have for re-opening and welcoming aging Vermonters back to in-person activities at the centers. They often resorted to creative ways to provide virtual classes and outdoor exercises when we could not gather indoors. Some had more drastic challenges depending on staffing capabilities. Let’s hear their stories and good news!!
Thank You For A Successful Spring Auction
Senior Solutions’ Spring Auction to benefit the agency’s Home Visitor programs raised $1,889. Home visitors are volunteers who support our area’s older citizens by doing everything from picking up groceries and driving them to appointments to providing companionship and making friendly phone calls to reduce their feeling of isolation and loneliness.
COVID Support VT (Grant) has been extended
The COVID Support VT grant-funded program, with the goal of providing mental health and wellness support for all Vermonters in response to the pandemic, has been extended for an additional six months. This means we can continue to offer services free of charge through mid-December.
Medicare Coverage and Coronavirus
As the number of cases of COVID-19 (also known as coronavirus) increases, so does the importance of counselors who can help you or your loved one understand what services are covered.
Announcing the “PEARLS” program
The PEARLS Program which stands for Program to Encourage Active Rewarding Lives Have you been feeling down or blue? Have you lost interest in doing things? If you answered “yes” to one of these questions and are 60 years or older there may be something I can do to help! SENIOR SOLUTIONS is offering a […]
Senior Solutions helps older adults apply for public benefits
Many government programs can help older adults save money and improve their health. Unfortunately, those who are eligible often do not apply because they are not sure how the programs work, whether there is a “down side” to getting benefits or how to complete the applications. The good news is that help is available!
Review Choices during Medicare Open Enrollment
Pati Kimball, Senior Solutions State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Coordinator The Medicare open enrollment period is from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 each year. At this time, you can make informed choices about keeping or changing your Medicare Drug plan, and / or Medicare Advantage plan. We are here to help. This period is designed […]
PEARLS (Program to Encourage Active, Rewarding Lives)
The PEARLS Program is a highly effective method designed to reduce depressive symptoms and improve quality of life in older adults.
