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In Our Collections

The books featured below are a portion of relevant items in our collection.

Resources

Age Well Vermont
“We are committed to serving all older Vermonters, their families, and caregivers regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, race, religion, education, or financial status. We believe that demonstrating inclusiveness creates a healthy, positive, and collaborative community.

​”Age Well stands with communities across Vermont who are impacted by discriminatory social biases. Age Well’s mission emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and equity as critical components to ensure the well-being of our staff, clients, volunteers, and those we serve.”

American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD)
“The American Association of People with Disabilities works to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities.

“As a national disability-led and cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for over 60 million Americans with disabilities. We do this by promoting equal opportunity, economic power, independent living, and political participation.”
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American Association of Retired People (AARP)
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age.”

Caregiver Mental Health by the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA)
“We at ADAA understand that being a caregiver, whether by profession or a desire or duty to care for family and friends, can be extremely rewarding, not to mention admirable.  But it is physically and mentally exhausting and can take a toll on one’s emotional wellbeing. If you are a caregiver, you probably often put others’ needs before your own. Sacrificing your own time, energy and physical and emotional needs can be draining. Most caregivers will feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious and probably even sad at some point, but if those feelings get to a stage where they affect your quality of life and you have difficulty functioning day to day (understanding anxiety & depression), it’s time to seek care for yourself. “

“Please note that ADAA is not a direct service organization. ADAA does not provide psychiatric, psychological, or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.”

HomeShare Vermont
“HomeShare Vermont is all about people helping each other. Each compatible homesharing ‘match’ we arrange is unique and based upon the needs, interests, and lifestyles of the individuals involved. Our over 40 years of experience, skills, and knowledge help us find just the right person for you. Our comprehensive screening assures a great pool to select from, but it is always up to people in the program to decide who they want to live with.”

LGBT National Senior Hotline: (888) 234-7243
“On the LGBT National Senior Hotline, we provide a confidential safe space where callers of any age can speak about sexual orientation or gender identity/expression issues. This includes coming out issues, relationship concerns, elder abuse, family dynamics, HIV/AIDS anxiety, safer sex information, suicide, and much more.

“Sometimes you just need to be heard. We’re here. You deserve respect, support, affirmation, and acceptance.

“We don’t give advice, and we never tell you what you should do. Ultimately, those choices are yours to make, but we are here to help you on your journey.

• “Our highly trained & dedicated LGBTQIA+ volunteers are here to provide free & confidential services.
• “We offer support, information, and local resources throughout the United States and beyond.
• “We don’t report calls to outside organizations.
• “We answer all of our own calls, we don’t outsource.”

Meals on Wheels America
“Meals on Wheels America is the leadership organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior hunger and isolation. Powered by a trusted volunteer workforce, this network delivers a comprehensive solution that begins with a meal and is proven to enable independence and well-being through the additional benefits of tailored nutrition, social connection, safety and much more. By providing funding, programming, education, research and advocacy, Meals on Wheels America empowers its local member programs to strengthen their communities, one senior at a time.”

Support & Services at Home (SASH)
“SASH is a nationally recognized, team-based program of care coordination shown to improve population health, save Medicare dollars and help people stay (or become) healthy so they can remain living at home. Operating from 140 affordable-housing communities throughout Vermont, SASH partners with more than 70 organizations to provide comprehensive support to 5,000 older Vermonters and people with disabilities. Programs and services are provided free of charge where participants live. SASH is part of Vermont’s initiative to reform health care by investing in wellness and attending to the social determinants of health, including housing.”

Vermont Center for Independent Living (VCIL)
“We work to promote the dignity, independence and civil rights of Vermonters with disabilities. Like other independent living centers across the country, VCIL is committed to:

• “services for all disabilities;
• “promotion of active citizenship;
• “and working with others to create services that support free-choice and full participation in community life.”

Vermont Department of Disabilities Aging and Independent Living (VT DIAL)
“Our Mission: Make Vermont the best state in which to grow old or live with a disability–with dignity, respect, and independence.”

Vermont Department of Health Age Strong Vermont
“Age Strong VT is a new 10-year visionary plan with strategies for making Vermont a great place for all ages and stages of life.”