Valley Village, Inc

03/17/2026

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03/12/2026

Last month we celebrated Chinese New Year, year of the Fire Horse, with these festive suncatchers!

03/10/2026

We are incredibly grateful for our SASH Wellness Nurse, Kathy Shuster, who has been a vital part of Valley Village's SASH program since 2018!

VITL is a Vermont nonprofit that shares health information responsibly to help providers care for their patients

03/07/2026

There are things you can do to become the senior you would have looked up to in your youth. That should be everyone’s goal.

One of life’s great gifts is the privilege of growing old. If you’re still among the ranks of the young, you may not agree. But growing old often means you’ve had a host of memorable experiences. You’ve probably traveled and seen beautiful—and sometimes extraordinary places. You may have h...

03/05/2026

Many SASH Vermont participants live in community buildings like Valley Village, but for those in the rural areas surrounding Townshend pets off companionship as well as unconditional love, joy and purpose. Below are some of the furry friends we've met while visiting their not-so-furry people!

If you would like to help low income seniors with the cost of veterinary bills or monthly pet food deliveries consider donating to the Foxy Fund, a program created by Senior Solutions for Meals on Wheels recipients.

03/03/2026

It was such a treat to welcome back Wildlife Encounters Ecology & Wellness Center for another unforgettable presentation - this was our second time hosting them, and they did not disappoint. This family-owned, nature-based education organization offers live animal programs throughout New England, all guided by their mission: “Through educational and experiential services, WEEC provides opportunities for people to learn and connect with nature, and human nature.”

Our visit featured up-close encounters with a fennec fox, a blue-and-yellow macaw, a ferret, a giant cane toad, and even a wallaby. We were completely mesmerized!

02/27/2026

We are so proud to share that our own Amy Koski, Valley Village’s SASH (Support and Services at Home) Coordinator, was recently nominated for the Elizabeth Rowell Thompson Leadership Awards in Healthy Aging, presented by Windham Aging!

While she was not selected as one of this year’s award recipients, Amy is absolutely a winner in our book.

Although she is based in Valley Village's independent living, Amy supports older adults living independently across several rural towns in Windham County - many of whom are at risk of isolation. From leading wellness programs and coordinating care after hospital stays, to organizing community meals, shopping trips, and essential services, Amy goes above and beyond every single day.

Her creativity, compassion, and can-do spirit make a lasting difference in the health, confidence, and well-being of the older adults she serves.

We are so grateful for her leadership and the heart she brings to Valley Village. Please join us in celebrating Amy!

02/26/2026

The ladies in the Independent Building had a delightful afternoon creating Heart Fingerprint Trees to wrap up February!

02/25/2026

Of course every state has its challenges, but Vermont is still the best place for our aging population.

As one of the most famously gorgeous places to live in the United States, Vermont has a lot to live up to.

02/14/2026

Shout out to Stephanie and her exceptional people skills!

02/13/2026

Did you know we have an Olympian in our midst?

Today Curt shared a little history with our community in special recognition of our wonderful Kitchen Assistant, Kristen Petty Bills. Kristen made history in 1985, becoming the first woman to win all three National Cross Country Ski Championships, plus the relay and the NCAA title in the same year. She went on to the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary, Canada. We’re proud to call her one of our own!

02/12/2026

How winter impacts seniors’ mental health — and how to help. Listen or read here:

Seniors’ mental health can suffer during winter, when many elderly adults experience loneliness or seasonal affective disorder. Here’s how you can support the seniors in your life this season.