When AARP Vermont volunteer David Cawley retired five years ago, he suddenly had a lot more time to walk his neighborhood in Burlington. These strolls—along with time spent researching local history—led Cawley to cofound the Old East End Neighborhood Coalition, a community improvement group.
In the 2023 legislative session, Vermont lawmakers passed a bill, now law, to modernize the state’s power of attorney laws and update protections to prevent power of attorney abuse.
AARP Vermont will hold a four-part, in-person workshop series this fall for older adults interested in becoming local advocates for transportation options beyond driving.
AARP Vermont and America Walks are teaming up on a six-month fellowship program for adults 50-plus who want to learn how to make their communities healthier and more walkable.
AARP Vermont is teaming up with the Vermont Garden Network, a nonprofit focused on improving food security and expanding gardening resources, to host two free virtual gardening classes this spring.