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AARP Vermont

Giving voice to the concerns and interests of older Vermonters
As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Vermonters—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
NOV 5, 2025
From medical bills to utilities, making ends meet can be a struggle.  Yet, many benefits available to older Americans go untapped. 
NOV 1, 2025
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a chance to recognize the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made by America’s 63 million family caregivers every single day.
NOV 1, 2025
As Chittenden County’s district coordinator for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program, Philip Soltau, 77, is this year’s recipient of the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service in Vermont.
A new AARP survey, released in conjunction with Social Security’s 90th anniversary, confirms that Americans highly value Social Security, and even more so than five years ago. The vast majority of Americans – 95% of Republicans, 98% of Democrats, and 93% of Independents – consider Social Security vital to the financial security of all Americans, and 67% believe it is even more important for retirees than it was five years ago.
A quick look at AARP Vermont's priorities in 2025
Vermont legislators recently passed a bill to extend a moratorium on new cryptocurrency ATMs in the state and require refunds for certain fraud victims who lose money through the machines.
Vermont Homes for All Toolkit provides statewide support for Missing Middle housing.
Seven communities across Vermont are getting a boost in their work to become more livable for residents of all ages
AARP Vermont is proud to announce that the Town of Milton’s Age-Friendly Action Plan (2025–2030) has been officially approved by AARP and adopted by the Milton Selectboard. This milestone represents a significant step in Milton’s ongoing commitment to becoming a more inclusive, accessible, and livable community for residents of all ages.
Join us for a Telephone Town Hall Event on June 10
Vermont officials have taken multiple steps over the last year to make the state more age-friendly—part of a 10-year roadmap called Age Strong Vermont.
AARP VT & Burlington’s Office of City Planning Co-Hosted A Housing Forum: Improving Housing Options for Older Adults in New North End (NNE)
Starting May 14, AARP is launching Countdown to 90 Years—a recognition and call to action leading up to the 90th anniversary of Social Security on August 14, 2025. For nine decades, Social Security has been a stable and reliable foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans—and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come.
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