/tags/aging-in-vermont Aging in Vermont en-US ¿ªÔÆÌåÓý Thu, 13 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT /local-news/2025-03-13/older-vermonters-caregivers-rely-adult-day-programs-medicaid-cuts-could-decimate-them In Vermont, there are only 11 day programs aimed at supporting older adults and providing daytime respite for caregivers. Proposed Medicaid cuts could exacerbate that shortage. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 09:00:00 GMT /local-news/2025-03-13/older-vermonters-caregivers-rely-adult-day-programs-medicaid-cuts-could-decimate-them Nina Keck /show/vermont-edition/2025-01-16/in-good-health-living-wills Having a conversation about your end-of-life preferences can be difficult. Here's how to start. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 18:34:32 GMT /show/vermont-edition/2025-01-16/in-good-health-living-wills Mikaela Lefrak, Jon Ehrens /local-news/2024-10-25/vt-auditor-praises-state-regulators-improvements-elder-care-facility-safety State regulators tasked with overseeing residential care homes and assisted living facilities now carry out annual inspections, have closed all unfinished reports, and made other improvements in the past year, according to the state auditor’s office. Fri, 25 Oct 2024 20:48:47 GMT /local-news/2024-10-25/vt-auditor-praises-state-regulators-improvements-elder-care-facility-safety Liam Elder-Connors /local-news/2024-05-23/volunteers-helping-older-vermonters-care-pets Older adults have a lot to gain from having pets â€� from improved physical health to a better quality of life. That’s the motivation behind a volunteer program in Chittenden County called Aging in Place with Pets. Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:00 GMT /local-news/2024-05-23/volunteers-helping-older-vermonters-care-pets Olivia Conti /local-news/2024-04-23/vermont-more-hospice-care-volunteers-training Hospice volunteers provide companionship for people in end-of-life care. Vermonters 16 years or older can be trained to help. Tue, 23 Apr 2024 19:09:46 GMT /local-news/2024-04-23/vermont-more-hospice-care-volunteers-training Nina Keck /show/vermont-edition/2024-03-11/essex-county-has-the-oldest-population-in-vermont-heres-how-it-supports-them What Vermont's aging population means for the economy, schools and more. Mon, 11 Mar 2024 19:42:12 GMT /show/vermont-edition/2024-03-11/essex-county-has-the-oldest-population-in-vermont-heres-how-it-supports-them Mikaela Lefrak, Andrea Laurion /local-news/2024-02-21/patients-with-nowhere-else-to-go-are-filling-up-vermont-hospitals-amid-nursing-home-shortages Vermont hospitals are seeing an increase in long-term patients due to a lack of placement options, like residential care facilities. In some instances, as hospitals fill up, it's delaying care for people with serious medical needs. Wed, 21 Feb 2024 22:38:21 GMT /local-news/2024-02-21/patients-with-nowhere-else-to-go-are-filling-up-vermont-hospitals-amid-nursing-home-shortages Peter Hirschfeld /local-news/2024-01-30/uvm-medical-center-offers-new-resources-for-vermonters-caring-for-loved-ones-with-dementia This week, the University of Vermont Medical Center announced a new center that will provide support and resources for caregivers, like peer mentoring and short-term counseling. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 22:36:37 GMT /local-news/2024-01-30/uvm-medical-center-offers-new-resources-for-vermonters-caring-for-loved-ones-with-dementia Lexi Krupp /local-news/2024-01-16/vermont-aging-agencies-create-consortium-to-reduce-costs-serve-more-older-residents The five agencies provide a range of local services to older Vermonters. They will continue to operate independently. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 22:25:16 GMT /local-news/2024-01-16/vermont-aging-agencies-create-consortium-to-reduce-costs-serve-more-older-residents Nina Keck /local-news/2024-01-10/vermonters-want-to-stay-safe-behind-the-wheel-as-you-age-be-proactive In Vermont, the number of older drivers is rapidly growing. Experts say it’s important to refresh your skills and be aware of how your age may impact your driving. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 10:00:00 GMT /local-news/2024-01-10/vermonters-want-to-stay-safe-behind-the-wheel-as-you-age-be-proactive Nina Keck