Senior Solutions celebration of our 50th anniversary on Friday, April 28th. We had a “Senior Prom” at the American Legion in Chester. If you were not able to attend, you missed a great time! We had a cocktail hour at 5:30, followed by a buffet dinner. Dancing to The Moonlighters band began at 7:30. More fun was enjoyed with the balloon bingo game, a photo booth, and the silent auction.
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Celebrating Aging
As the Area Agency on Aging that was founded in 1973 under the Older Americans Act, we offer our services to those of us who are 60 and older or younger and physically disabled.
Director’s Message: May is Older American’s Month
This May, we are celebrating Older Americans Month and on April 28, Senior Solutions celebrated our 50th anniversary. Senior Solutions exists because of the federal Older Americans Act. T
The Foxy Fund helps “Thea” and her pets
“Thea” is a single senior on a fixed income who lives alone in a modest mobile home. We had worked with Thea for several years, having helped her with 3 Squares food benefits, seasonal fuel assistance, farmer’s market coupons, and other services.
Many Thanks to our Wonderful Volunteers
During a time when there is a nationwide shortage of volunteers, Senior Solutions Home Visitor programs are fortunate to have a dedicated team of 50 volunteers. Our volunteers make weekly telephone calls to lonely and frequently housebound older adults, pay regular visits to their recipients, and engage them in activities ranging from going […]
Nonprofits Launch Putney100% Campaign
Senior Solutions, the Putney Foodshelf, and Putney Community Cares have come together to launch a campaign to ensure that 100% of the residents of Putney are both food and fuel secure. These three organizations will engage in a month-long, intensive community-based campaign to clarify access to food resources and establish messaging that makes participation in these programs a community-strengthening endeavor.
Guilford Cares shares “Unexpected Silver Lining”
Amid the challenges and uncertainties of these times, Guilford Cares announced that they have discovered the most unexpected silver linings at the Guilford Fairgrounds. A home was found for the Tai Chi classes at Guilford Fairgrounds. “Who would have guessed that the classes would be running outdoors under the sheltering roof of the Cow Barn […]
Issues Affecting Senior Vermonters on ‘Across The Fence’ (Video)
Senior Solutions Area Plan 2021-2025
An area plan is a comprehensive overview of the needs that have been assessed and the programs and the services that we have determined are a priority in our efforts to support our aging population. Senior Solutions Area Plan is aligned with the Vermont Department of Aging and Independent Living in creating real solutions to […]
Do you know a Veteran? Learn more about the Vet to Vet volunteer visitor program
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.
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.