A Senior, Adult and Caregiver Resource Fair

Free - Free - Free

• Saturday, October 25, 2025

• 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

• Vernon Center Middle School

• 777 Hartford Turnpike (Route 30)

• Vernon, Connecticut

The Tolland County Multidisciplinary Team (TCMT) Seniorhood Fair offers seniors, adults, and caregivers ways to plan and enhance their "seniorhood" years through workshops, demonstrations, exhibits, and resources. Exhibitors will showcase a variety of public and private services that are available in the local community which focus on the lifestyle needs of a growing senior population. Learn about Medicare, as well as options for housing, transportation, safety, and home care services. Leisure and recreation ideas will be offered, too.

• Free Admission! Doughnuts and coffee at 9:30 a.m.

• Hear speakers with information essential to seniors.

• Workshops, exhibits, health screenings, flu shots.

Presentations

Free presentations will be in the auditorium

10 a.m. – Promoting Mental Well-Being and Social Connection in Seniors, presented by Ashley E. Perreira, Psy.D., Natchaug Hospital Director of Inpatient Clinical Services.

This presentation will explore the prevalence of mental health risks among older adults, with a focus on the critical role that social connectedness, sense of purpose, and meaningful engagement play in mitigating isolation and supporting emotional well-being. Attendees will gain insight into the challenges faced by the aging population and learn strategies to foster resilience, reduce loneliness, and promote mental health through community, relationships, and purposeful activity.

11 a.m. – Estate Planning 101, presented by Allison Poirier of Kahan Kerensky Caposella attorneys. This presentation will cover: (1) Wills/Trusts – what the documents do and why you might choose one over the other; (2) Incapacity planning – what the documents are (powers of attorney, health care directives, living wills, conservator appointments), what they do, who to appoint, and what happens if you don’t have them in place; (3) Probate basics - what assets have to pass through probate upon death and what the probate process entails.

Noon – Medicare, presented by Maureen McIntyre, CEO, North Central Area Agency on Aging. Overview the North Central Area Agency on Aging with a focus on the CHOICES program’s work with Medicare, and Medicare Open Enrollment Period.

1 p.m. – Scam Prevention for Seniors, by Leah Pollard, Esq., Connecticut Legal Services. Billions of dollars are stolen from senior citizens through scams every year. This presentation will introduce a simple but effective technique to help reduce the number of seniors who are victimized. Learn all about Check First!

Exhibitors

• TCMT members

• Home care assistance professionals

• Animal care professionals

• Travel companies for seniors and others

• Active senior fitness and wellness programs

• Senior housing options

• Estate planning

• Local volunteer opportunities

• Active senior fitness and wellness

• Estate planning

Contact and registration

Become Involved!

Exhibitor Applications Are Available Now.

• Click here to open to learn about being an Exhibitor or sponsor.

• Click here to open Exhibitor and sponsor registration form.

Exhibitor information:

• Exhibitors will be provided with a 6-foot table and two chairs.

• Registration will open at 8 a.m. Set up is from 8 - 9:30 a.m.

• Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and exhibitors are expected to keep their exhibit open until 2 p.m. close of the fair.

• Breakdown and clearing of tables is from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m.

• On-site sale of products is prohibited.

Fees:

• Cost for exhibitor table for public sector and nonprofit organizations is $50. Cost for private sector businesses and groups is $200.

• A limited number of double table exhibit spaces will be available. The fee is $100 for public sector and nonprofit organizations and $400 for private sector businesses and groups.

• No refunds will be issued for cancellation once registration is processed.

Please make checks payable to the "Town Of Vernon Seniorhood Event" and mail them to Matt Hellman, Vernon Social Services, 14 Park Place, Vernon, CT 06066

​Confirmations and additional information will be sent via email with your table assignment by the end of September.

​Questions or concerns can be directed to Dory Dzinski, event coordinator, at 860-693-2840 (landline) or Email Dory Dzinski

Carmon Community Funeral Homes

For more than 75 years, the Carmon family and staff have cared for their neighbors in North Central Connecticut, honoring the traditions and wishes of all faiths and cultures with respect, compassion, and professionalism. Carmon Community Funeral Homes is a nationally renowned leader in funeral service and innovative programs and services that help individuals and families during the emotional experience of bereavement. A primary focus is to be flexible enough to serve both the traditions of centuries past, as well as the wishes of families of today. The Carmon family and staff maintain strong relationships with eldercare attorneys and finance professionals to constantly stay aware of the latest changes in Connecticut eldercare law, preneed law, probate and estate processes, and veterans benefits.

Community Health Resources - CHR

CHR is the most comprehensive, non-profit behavioral healthcare provider in Connecticut, offering a wide range of personalized services for children, families and adults whose lives have been touched by mental illness, addiction, homelessness, or trauma. Our largest outpatient offices are in Manchester and Enfield, with smaller offices throughout central and eastern Connecticut and several community-based programs. We offer expert clinical services as well as comprehensive case management, supportive housing, and more, all in support of our mission of: Inspiring hope for individual and community wellbeing. Our history dates back to 1966, and since our creation, CHR has become a trusted community resource and well-respected service provider, adding new programs, new locations, collaborating with other healthcare providers and recruiting exceptional staff to meet the needs of the more than 27,000 people we serve each year. Learn more here: Real Life. Real Hope - CHR

Eastern Connecticut Health Network

ECHN is a nationally recognized network of hospitals, outpatient service centers and hundreds of providers and specialists serving eastern Connecticut providing medical and behavioral health services, as well as community health education.

Hockanum Valley Community Council

HVCC has been serving communities in Tolland, Windham, and Hartford counties. Our mission is to provide services to individuals and families in a manner which will promote independence while ensuring basic needs are met, regardless of ability to pay. To accomplish this mission, HVCC provides three major programs: Basic Needs, Dial-a-Ride Transportation, and Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment. The Basic Needs program consists of case management services, community workshops, and an emergency food pantry. Dial-a-Ride provides para-transit for homebound elderly and disabled individuals utilizing door-to-door scheduling on a first come, first served basis.