Central VT Counil on Aging

As the leading expert and advocate in healthy aging for central Vermonters, Central Vermont Council on Aging’s (CVCOA) mission is to support central Vermonters to age with dignity and choice. CVCOA respects the wishes of aging persons to age at home, remain healthy, and stay active and connected to the communities they know and love.

CVCOA currently offers many different volunteer roles and have a constant need to fill them. For example, 356 individuals volunteered with CVCOA in fiscal year 2025, while the need calls for closer to 500 volunteers. Not all roles are located within CVCOA, some are with a client/neighbor, other roles take place in a Senior Center that they partner with.

Volunteering Summary

• Meals on Wheels Drivers: Deliver nutritious meals and provide wellness check-ins to older adults in your community. Regular and substitute drivers are needed across central Vermont.
• Kitchen Support: Volunteers help prepare meals for congregate lunches and for Meals on Wheels recipients. They process vegetables, cook, clean, and package food.", "Good Neighbor Volunteers: Offer companionship, assist with grocery shopping, provide rides to medical appointments, help with household chores, and more. This flexible program tailors an assignment to your interests and schedule - and allows you to make a direct and positive difference in someone’s life.
• Technology Companions: Help older adults navigate technology, reducing social isolation and promoting lifelong learning. Support can be provided remotely or in person.
• Wellness Class Leaders: Lead evidence-based exercise and wellness classes, such as Tai Chi for Falls Prevention or the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program, to help older adults stay engaged and healthy.
• Creative Companions: Engage in creative activities with older adults, encouraging conversation and social connection through the Creative Aging program.", "Garden Companions: Assist older adults with gardening tasks, helping them establish or maintain garden beds for fresh food and flowers.
• Office and Administrative Support: Provide assistance with fundraising, special events, and office tasks to help CVCOA or a Senior Center run smoothly. One-time and ongoing assignments available.
• Board of Directors: Serve on CVCOA's Board to help guide the organization's mission and strategic direction.

How to Sign Up

Sign up on Central VT Counil on Aging's website

Volunteer Requirements

Most of our volunteer assignments are for adults, while some are well suited for high school aged individuals.

Background checks are required for most volunteer assignments

Contact Information

Volunteer Coordinator: Caitlin Roseen
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (802) 479-0531
Address: 59 N Main St, #200, Barre, VT 05641

Partner information last updated: February 2026