Age Well

Age Well is a non-profit organization in Colchester, VT. Since 1974, it has served as northwestern Vermont's leading aging resource center, helping older adults live healthy, independent lives. The organization holds a rating of 4.40 based on 30 reviews. Age Well serves anyone over the age of 60, as well as those under 60 with a disability on long-term care Medicaid, across four counties: Franklin, Grand Isle, Chittenden, and Addison. It is the largest area agency on aging in the state of Vermont. The organization's approach focuses on lifestyle, happiness, and wellness rather than age, with a belief that health happens at home. Its services include a Helpline staffed by Information and Assistance Coordinators who field between 1,500 and 2,000 calls a month, connecting callers with internal services or external community agencies. The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) provides free and confidential Medicare counseling, including help with enrollment periods, plan comparisons, and navigating the medicare.gov website. As the largest provider of Meals on Wheels in Vermont, Age Well delivers nutritious meals five days a week in Addison, Franklin, Grand Isle, and Chittenden counties, accommodating special diets such as vegetarian, gluten-free, diabetic, and pureed. With over 1,100 volunteers, the organization oversees more than 70 routes and delivers over 330,000 meals annually. Wellness offerings include a Matter of Balance class to reduce the fear of falling, a 15-week weight management program led by a Registered Dietitian, and evidence-based Tai Chi classes for individuals 60 and older. The organization also offers caregiver support programs, training opportunities for volunteers and caregivers, and educational presentations for businesses and community groups. Age Well is located at 875 Roosevelt Hwy #210, on Roosevelt Highway, about 0.3 miles from the Sunny Hollow Natural Area nature preserve and roughly 0.9 miles from Main Street. The organization has built a solid reputation among the customers it has served, with a steady record of repeat and referred customers.