Central Vermont Council on Aging

06/04/2026

This study shows engaging with the arts can slow biological aging! Read this article to learn more.

Make art with CVCOA through our Creative Aging program which offers in-person meet-ups as well as activities for those who are homebound: https://cvcoa.org/creative-aging

https://www.npr.org/2026/05/12/nx-s1-5818172/study-arts-slow-biological-aging?utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwY2xjawRxX89leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeHnbFxtN9zgrl5JIKxq6vgLAt

Eat well and exercise. That's the classic advice for living a long, healthy life. A new study suggests another habit to add to the list: Let your creative juices flow.

06/03/2026

If you have time this summer but can't commit to a regular schedule, consider becoming a substitute driver for Meals on Wheels. You will get called to fill in when a regular driver has to be out. Substitute drivers are needed throughout our service area.

Drivers and kitchen volunteers are urgently needed in Chelsea and Quin-Town.

06/02/2026

Join us next Tuesday, June 9th from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Zoom for New to Medicare, a workshop for individuals new to the Medicare system.

If you want to participate, pre-register by calling (802) 476-0115 or by sending an email with your name, address, phone number, and the date of the workshop you would like to register for to: [email protected].

06/01/2026

This year, eligible Vermonters can again gain free day-use entry to VT state parks!

Show your EBT or WIC card at the park entrance, and your household will get in for free for the day.*

If you receive services from the Vermont Economic Services Division but don't have an EBT card, you can request an ESD card by visiting your local Economic Services District Office: https://dcf.vermont.gov/esd/contact/districts.

*Day-use visits are unlimited! Camping and equipment rentals not included.

05/29/2026

Reminder: Our next Caregiver Tea is happening next Friday, June 5th at 2:00 p.m.!

Family caregivers are invited to take a break away and get pampered a little during a time just for them. We set a nice table with lovely mis-matched china, serve tea and a tasty something, and include a short wellness or creative activity.

Caregiver Tea will be held at the Barre CVCOA office at 59 N. Main St., Suite 200, Barre. For reservations and information about this free event, contact us at [email protected] or (802) 479-0531.

05/28/2026

Next Friday, June 5, join CVCOA for a Vermont Lake Monsters game while supporting our mission!

When you buy a ticket at this link: https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2new/GroupPortalPEC.asp... we receive a $4 donation! It's a win-win.

05/28/2026

This month, head to a farmers market with your 3SquaresVT benefits and pick up some vegetable starts!

Don't have 3SquaresVT benefits? Call our Helpline today at 802-477-1364 to find out if you qualify. With 3SquaresVT, everyone who qualifies will get help, including people 60+.

05/27/2026

Did you know CVCOA runs a weekly online memory café? For more information contact [email protected] or call (802) 479-0531.

Read this recent article from Vermont Public to learn what memory cafes are all about.

https://www.vermontpublic.org/local-news/2026-05-19/memory-cafes-provide-lifelines-to-overwhelmed-caregivers?fbclid=IwY2xjawR615RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeO0zmyN0fzL3ll0_NRZXG1yJt4qTHdAnOyOuaQFJzEUZXGipMv4lO29u1Ykg_aem_flL0HM4Jtz-AW11aO92v5Q

For the 30,000 Vermonters caring for someone with dementia, memory cafes can provide crucial social connections, support and a reminder they're not alone.

05/22/2026

Join us on Friday June 5th at 2:00 p.m. for Caregiver Tea. Family caregivers are invited to take a break away and get pampered a little during a time just for them. We set a nice table with lovely mis-matched china, serve tea and a tasty something, and include a short wellness or creative activity.

Caregiver Tea will be held at the Barre CVCOA office at 59 N. Main St., Suite 200, Barre. For reservations and information about this free event, contact us at [email protected] or (802) 479-0531.

Our Caregiver Tea is a welcoming space that is understanding of the realities of caregiving. You'll meet others who "get it" while enjoying being taken care of for an hour. We are excited to re-start this Caregiver Tea series on an every-other month schedule.

05/21/2026

Cannabis today isn’t what it was back in the day—it’s much stronger! If you use it, stay safe by taking it slow. Be sure to talk to your doctor to stay informed.

Read more about what we know about cannabis and aging on our blog: https://cvcoa.org/blog/what-weve-learned-about-aging-and-cannabis-use

VT Helplink is here for you and those you love. Call 802-565-LINK or visit vthelplink.org.

This campaign is brought to you by Northeast Vermont Prevention Consortium - Prevention Lead Region 3 and is supported by a grant from the Vermont Department of Health Division of Substance Use Programs.