Act 156, the Older Vermonters Act, passed the Vermont legislature in September 2020 and was signed by Governor Phil Scott in October 2020. This Act creates a set of principles for a comprehensive and coordinated system of services, supports and protections for older Vermonters, expands the scope of the State Plan on Aging, requires an annual legislative report on Adult Protective Services, calls on Vermont to create an Action Plan for Aging Well to build an age-friendly state, and creates a self-neglect working group. This act was informed by the recommendations provided by the Older Vermonters Act Working Group.
Older Vermonters Act Principles
Statewide Listening Sessions to Help Create the Vermont Action Plan for Aging Well
We want to hear from Vermonters about what living and aging in Vermont is like for you. We will discuss and answer questions about what works, what doesn’t, and what you wish to have to make Vermont the best state for growing older. All sessions are open to the public and light refreshments will be provided.
November 1st 10 am-12 pm in Burlington at the Heineberg Community Senior Center
November 9th 1-3 pm in Rutland at the Godnick Adult Center
November 10th 1-3 pm at the St. Johnsbury Community Hub
November 15th 1-3 pm at the Montpelier Senior Activity Center
November 16th 1-3 pm at the Brattleboro Senior Center
November 17th 6-7:30 pm Online
Please contact Kerstin Hanson with questions or requests for accommodations at: Kerstin.hanson@vermont.gov.
Associated Committees and Working Groups
Vermont Action Plan for Aging Well Advisory Committee
2022 Agendas, Meeting Materials, and Meeting Minutes
2021 Agendas, Meeting Materials, and Meeting Minutes
- Older Vermonters Act Working Group; Historical Information