Central Vermont Council on Aging

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Central Vermont Council on Aging CVCOA supports Central Vermonters to age with dignity and choice. CVCOA Helpline 802-477-1364.

10/13/2026

Hot off the press! If you haven't been able to attend one of our monthly New to Medicare workshops to help individuals who are new to the Medicare system, you can now follow along with this recorded workshop on your own schedule.

Thanks to our State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Coordinator Stephanie for this great new resource!

October 9th is Ageism Awareness Day, an opportunity to draw attention to the impact of ageism in our society and work to...
10/09/2026

October 9th is Ageism Awareness Day, an opportunity to draw attention to the impact of ageism in our society and work together to build age-inclusive communities.

SHARE YOUR STORY! One way we can combat ageism is sharing stories about what the aging experience is really like for us. What do people get wrong about being your age? What do you wish people would know about aging from your experience or the work you do? Share your story with us here https://form.jotform.com/262724036071047, on your social media and with your community!

Read our blog for more ways to combat ageism: https://cvcoa.org/blog/combat-ageism.

Caregivers and their care receivers are invited to create and connect with other care partners on Wednesday October 21 a...
10/08/2026

Caregivers and their care receivers are invited to create and connect with other care partners on Wednesday October 21 at the White River Craft Center in Randolph.

Reserve your space by October 16 by calling 802-479-0531 or emailing us at [email protected].

This free event is co-sponsored by Gifford Medical Center and CVCOA.

10/07/2026

Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15!

If you're reviewing your Medicare coverage for 2027, the Medicare Plan Finder is a great place to start. This free tool at Medicare.gov can help you compare plan options available in your area.

Before you begin, have a list of:
âś… Your doctors and other health care providers
âś… Your prescription drugs
âś… Your preferred pharmacies

As you compare plans, look beyond the monthly premium. Consider:
• What you'll pay for health care and prescriptions
• Whether your doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies are in the network
• How your medications are covered
• The plan's Maximum Out-of-Pocket limit, which is the most you'll pay for covered Part A and Part B services during the year

Remember: Medicare plans can change from year to year, so it's important to review your coverage annually, even if you're happy with your current plan.

Need help? SHIP counselors can help you use the Medicare Plan Finder to review your options and understand what factors to consider when choosing coverage.

đź’¬ Have you ever used the Medicare Plan Finder? What information did you find most helpful when comparing plans?

Have you tried GetSetUp?Free virtual programming on almost every topic imaginable for older adults taught by peers!  Ask...
10/02/2026

Have you tried GetSetUp?

Free virtual programming on almost every topic imaginable for older adults taught by peers! Ask questions, make new friends, learn new things and have fun!

GetSetUp today at https://cvcoa.org/getsetup

10/01/2026

Thank you to all of the folks who Hit the Trail with us this year, helping us raise OVER $28,000!!

Whether you bought event tickets, raffle tickets, volunteered or sponsored us, we couldn't have done it without you! Thanks also to Ron Gagnon for playing us a great set and Thompson's Flour Shop for a delicious post-trail lunch! We had a great time catching up with folks we hadn't seen in awhlie and meeting new supporters.

Congratulations to E-Trike winner, Scott, and the other raffle winners!

Keep up to date on all that is happening at https://www.cvcoa.org/calendar.

See you soon!

Join us next Wednesday, October 7th from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Zoom for New to Medicare, a workshop for individuals...
09/30/2026

Join us next Wednesday, October 7th 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].

Caregiving can be rewarding, and it can also be tiring and stressful. Caregiver burnout can happen when stress builds up...
09/28/2026

Caregiving can be rewarding, and it can also be tiring and stressful.

Caregiver burnout can happen when stress builds up over time without enough rest or support. It may show up as feeling very tired, overwhelmed, or losing interest in things you enjoy.

Burnout can also affect sleep, mood, and overall health. Taking small steps, like asking for support or taking short breaks, can make caregiving feel more manageable.

Explore caregiving tips on Trualta to support both you and the person you care for.

Get support with Trualta when you need it.
1. Visit https://vermont-caregivers.com
2. Click "Register" and create your free account — it only takes a few minutes
3. Start exploring resources tailored to your caregiving journey

We've been busy packing some amazing swag bags for Sunday's Hit the Trail fundraiser!  Don't miss great goodies from Urs...
09/24/2026

We've been busy packing some amazing swag bags for Sunday's Hit the Trail fundraiser! Don't miss great goodies from Ursa Major Skincare, Morrisville Food Co-op, Cabot Creamery Cooperative and many more, included with your ticket purchase.

Bring a non-perishable food donation to the event on Sunday for $5 off your event day ticket purchases.

Get your tickets now or at the event: https://cvcoa.networkforgood.com/events/98050-hit-the-trail-2026

Note: In the event of rain we will be moving to the Wing Center for lunch and music AFTER time on the trail.

Address

59 N Main Street Ste 200
Barre, VT
05641

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18024790531

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