The home for Vermont Public's coverage of aging in Vermont.
Nina Keck is Vermont Public's reporter focused on aging and how it impacts living essentials such as jobs, health care and housing, plus the stuff of life: marriage, loss, dating and sex. Learn more about Nina's coverage and get in touch here.
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Family caregivers delivered more than $1 trillion worth of unpaid care to older adults and people with disabilities in the United States, according to a new report. The findings carry particular weight in Vermont, where 25% of the adults are family caregivers. -
Most older Americans want to remain in their own homes as they age, but many say they’re not sure if they can find caregivers. Enter: an app where people can hire help for everyday, non-medical tasks. -
For many married couples, when one partner is diagnosed with dementia, there’s often no question that the other will become the caregiver. It’s the hard part of the "for better or for worse" marriage vow. -
We revisit and get updates on three Vermont Public news stories from the past year.
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Prescription drugs in the wrong hands can be deadly. So state officials encourage Vermonters to store theirs in locked cabinets. This is especially important during the holidays, when children and teens may be visiting. -
As families gather for the holidays, some people will notice aging loved ones who are struggling more. Memory problems can be especially worrisome for seniors who live alone. Money management can be more difficult and they can be more vulnerable to scams. Here are some ways to help. -
A federal job training program that helps more than 40,000 low income seniors a year has been shuttered since July due to funding delays. The organization that runs the program in Vermont says services will resume on Nov. 19. -
Plus, resources for care givers from the Alzheimer's Association and the Vermont Department of Health.
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Square dancing is a popular activity for millions of people all over the world, but it can be more than just a hobby. Research shows it can fight many of the negative effects of aging. -
The University of Vermont is launching a new volunteer program for high school students to help foster intergenerational friendships and expose young people to careers that serve older adults.
