Welcome to Guilford Cares
Guilford Cares offers a range of programs and services to enhance and sustain well-being in our community, with a focus on senior residents. We provide services to the community in a way that respects the dignity and self-determination of all residents with a personal, caring safety net when the need arises.
Leah Gessner
Executive Director
802-579-1350
guilfordcaresvt@gmail.com
Office hours:
Phone is monitored
Monday - Friday, 9-12 and 1-4
Our community services are free with the support of donors, the town of Guilford and volunteers.
Thank you for your support.
Click the blue Donate button, or kindly send a check to P.O. Box 2517, Brattleboro, VT 05303
Do you worry about getting help in time of emergency?
Guilford is prepared to help.
Guilford’s team of Emergency Management volunteers seeks to serve the community, particularly residents who might be vulnerable during power outages, have difficulty securing medications, or need visits to health care services.
We want to be careful to respect HIPAA rules, ensuring the privacy of any information shared. Guilford Cares will maintain a private list, which would be used by Emergency Hub managers (your neighbors) only in cases of emergency.
If you wish to be covered by this service and included on this list, please be in touch with Leah Gessner at Guilford Cares, 802-579-1350 or guilfordcaresvt@gmail.com. You can also contact through the website, www.guildordcares.com.
Upcoming Community Events:
There is so much happening in town for all ages. Remember, you can call Guilford Cares to request a ride.
Senior Walks, May through September
Every year, Guilford Cares hosts monthly walks around Guilford. As we scout out ideas, we are amazed at the variety of new locations and themes we manage to find. Her is the schedule for 2026:
Tuesday, May 12 at 10:30 Elysian Farm Stone Trees
Tuesday, June 9 at 10:30 Guilford Central School Nature Trail and Garden
Tuesday, July 14 at 10:30 Ashworth Forest Block
Tuesday, August 11 at 10:30 River Road Stroll with Town Road Crew
Tuesday, September 15 at 10:30 Selected Sights in Algiers
A new beginner Tai Chi class
When: Every Wednesday morning at 10:30
Where: Guilford Community Church, 38 Church Drive, south of Guilford Country Store..
Donations are welcome; no registration required
This is a great opportunity for total beginners or those who would like to brush up on previous experience. There are many styles of tai chi. We practice the short Sun style 73 Form also known as Falls Prevention. Sun style tai chi is ideal for older adults.
Here are a few changes for the tai chi page. From left to right:
Friday Coffee Klatch
Looking for some low-pressure community connection? Stop in and enjoy a cup of coffee (or tea! or cocoa!) and converse with neighbors and friends. This event is free and open to all.
Where: Broad Brook Community Center
When: Friday mornings 8:00 – 10:00
Monthly Community Potluck Dinner Hosted by Springs Farm
Join your neighbors for good food and great company. Bring a dish to share, pull up a chair, and enjoy a cozy evening of connection and conversation. All are welcome, whether you’re bringing a homemade favorite or just your appetite.
Where: Broad Brook Community Center
When: first Monday of the month
Monday, May 4
Monday, May 11
Monday, May 18
Monday, May 25
Time: dinner begins at 6:00 pm
