Beginning with Respect for You

to age at home, remain healthy, and stay active and connected to the community you know and love.

Our Mission

As the leading expert and advocate in healthy aging for Central Vermonters, our mission is to support Central Vermonters to age with dignity and choice. At CVCOA, we respect the wishes of aging persons to age at home, remain healthy, and stay active and connected to the communities they know and love. We offer programs and services for people age 60+, caregivers, and their families.
We're grateful to all sponsors and donors who support this mission. 

GetSetUp

Programming, experiences and connections, free and online 24/7. Check out the library of classes!
Join Our Team!

We're hiring case managers to support a growing need for services. Learn more and apply today!
Tasty Bites

Have you checked out the new season of Tasty Bites filmed right here in Barre at the Central Vermont Television station? These quick, easy-to-follow videos walk you through the steps of preparing a healthy recipe from start to finish in just a few minutes. Each dish is vegetarian and uses simple ingredients you likely already have at home.  Get cooking today!

CVCOA Events

View full calendar 05/4 10:30am
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11:30am 05/4 10:30am to 11:30am Creative Aging Meetup @Twin Valley Senior Center

05/6 10:30am
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11:15am CVCOA Event 05/6 10:30am to 11:15am Memorable Times Online Presents: Weekly Jukebox Series @Online: Zoom - email [email protected] to request the join link.

Join us for Memorable Times Online Presents: Jukebox with Friends in Scotland. We share tunes, adding stories and laughter. This dementia-friendly gathering takes place on Zoom weekly.

05/12 12pm
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1:30pm 05/12 12pm to 1:30pm New to Medicare Workshop

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Creative Aging Meetup

@Twin Valley Senior Center
Join our new creative aging meetup group at Twin Valley Senior Center, designed to bring people together through shared creative expression.

This group is for anyone age 60 or over - or volunteers of any age who would like to support older adults.

No experience necessary!

If you are looking for a relaxed, social environment to make art, connect with others, and find creative inspiration – then this is the right group for you.

For more information:  (802) 479-0531
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Memorable Times Online Presents: Weekly Jukebox Series

@Online: Zoom - email [email protected] to request the join link. Join us for Memorable Times Online Presents: Jukebox with Friends in Scotland. We share tunes, adding stories and laughter. This dementia-friendly gathering takes place on Zoom weekly.
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New to Medicare Workshop

New to Medicare workshops are offered regularly to help individuals who are new to the Medicare system. Sessions take place online through Zoom. 
 
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] . 
 
We will then email you information on how to join in the workshop session on Zoom. 

CVCOA News & Announcements

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May 21, 2026

What we’ve learned about aging and cannabis use.

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What we’ve learned about aging and cannabis use. ...
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May 13, 2026

Tech Tales: A CVCOA Tech Volunteer's Story

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We recently had a chance to "drop in" on a Tech Help Drop-In session at Montpelier Senior Activity Center (MSAC), where anyone age 60+ can receive free basic tech support Mondays from 4 - 6 p.m.   One of the Tech Drop-In volunteers, B, shared a...
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May 12, 2026

Vermont Aging Network Consortium Renews Partnership with GetSetUp

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The Vermont Aging Network Consortium (VANC) is renewing its partnership with GetSetUp, extending free access to interactive online learning and wellness programming for older Vermonters for an additional year. With older adults now the fastest-...
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May 12, 2026

This Older Americans Month, Champion Your Health!

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It’s Older Americans Month! Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May and is a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm our commitments to serving the older adults in our...
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April 27, 2026

CVCOA Hires Executive Director

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Barre, VT (April 23, 2026): Central Vermont Council on Aging (CVCOA) has announced the appointment of Casey Winterson to Executive Director, effective May 11. Winterson succeeds John Mandeville, who will remain in the role for a brief transition ...
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April 24, 2026

Did you know? As we age, our bodies may become more sensitive to medications.

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Did you know? As we age, our bodies may become more sensitive to medications—sometimes, a little goes a long way! ...
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Every time when I talk about a problem I’m having, it’s just like boom, my agent is right there. He’s got the knowledge of what can be done and he knows how to help me with just about anything I present. He takes action right away. I think it’s such a beneficial thing for people, this whole program. I seriously do. Praise for our Case Management services from Anonymous
After my wife received a diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer’s it became clear that we needed to find outlets for socialization and mental stimulation. I was fortunate to be introduced to the Central Vermont Council on Aging where my wife has been able to participate in their quarterly in-person Memorable Times Cafe and weekly Jukebox zoom calls. My wife always comes back excited and rejuvenated from the discussions and activities these events provide and helps me in providing care for what would otherwise be a challenging situation. I am grateful for the support CVCOA provides. Praise for our Caregiver Support program from Anonymous
I feel stronger and healthier. My balance is better. And my mental health has held up this winter. Some weeks this class is my major social interaction and I would miss it terribly if it was not available! Praise for our Exercise Classes from Anonymous
A really lovely person delivered the kit to me – right to my front door even! It is incredible that you do this for those of us who can’t go out much. The Drawing kit has been so much fun and has kept my mind active. I was able to try mediums I otherwise would not have ever tried. The fact that I could do these activities at home was so helpful for me as I can’t come and go as easily as I once could. Praise for our Creative Aging program from Anonymous
Taking care of Colman is a 24/7 challenge for me (spouse). Meals on Wheels ensures he receives one good solid meal per day. It is helpful as he has a very good appetite. It is wonderful to receive one healthy meal per day that doesn't require preparation. Praise for our Nutrition Programs from Anonymous

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