Please remember to register in advance for all meals, programs and trips. For our daily lunches, please call no later than 9:30 am to sign-up so that we can easily accommodate everyone. If you come every day and would like to be added on an ongoing basis, let us know and we can set that up, however, we ask that you call to cancel if you cannot make it. This helps our kitchen staff and we greatly appreciate your cooperation. Please remember to check into the computer system too! We need a record of all attendance to receive funding.
Special Events & Programs in Order by Date
Please pre-register for all programs. In the event that scheduling changes need to be made, we can let you know. Call 802-457-3277 ext. 2 or email cvang@thompsonseniorcenter.org.
Veterans Disability Assistance at The Thompson
1:1 Appointments Available
Monday, July 7, 9:30am-2pm, Call for more date availability
Do you need assistance navigating the Veterans Administration (VA) for a disability? Even though the PACT Act assistance has expired, a local veteran and Thompson volunteer can help you with the application process as benefits are still available. For example; If you served in the National Guard you are eligible and if your service did not include a military conflict you are still eligible. Veterans who served on ships containing asbestos, experienced loud noise from artillery or aircraft, or those who were firemen on aircraft carriers are encouraged to let us help you with benefits assistance. Conditions such as heart disease related to hypertension or stent placement or those who were exposed to toxins and have cancer or asthma could qualify for benefits. Some veterans are receiving significant compensation each month for hearing loss. Could this be you? There is so much for you to learn if you are a veteran and we want to ensure that you receive the benefits you are entitled to.
To schedule your appointment, contact Pam Butler at pbutler@thompsonseniorcenter.org or call 802-457-3277
Birthday Day Music with Liz Reedy
Thursday, June 26, 1:00 pm
Join us for a special Birthday Day lunch on June 26th, featuring live music by the talented singer-songwriter Liz Reedy! Come enjoy a delicious meal, great company, and the cheerful sounds of Liz’s performance as we celebrate all the June birthdays together. Don’t miss this fun and festive afternoon in the Community Room!
Join Free Spanish Conversation Group Wednesdays 12-1 pm, STARTS 7/2
Is your Spanish rusty? Are you trying to learn Spanish? Were you once fluent in Spanish and now want to get it back? It doesn’t matter how fluent you are–we want you to join our conversation group at the Thompson, starting Wed. July 2. We’ll meet upstairs in the small conference room from noon until around 1 p.m. Bring your snack or lunch, your dictionary, your desire to enjoy the sounds and expressions of Spanish. Vamos a charlar!
Let’s Paint Together
Thursday, July 10, 1:30 pm
Join us for lunch and stay to catch up with friends and share in some artistic enjoyment. Joanna Nichols has offered to lend her talents in this regular workshop. You’re encouraged to bring your own art supplies but some will be supplied along with some lite refreshments. Call to sign-up in advance.
Day Trip to Path of Life Garden Followed by Lunch at Harpoon Brewery
Friday, July 11
Carpool from Thompson at 9:15 am. Cost – Path of Life $5 plus Lunch on your own
Beat the heat with a cool movie experience! Come relax and enjoy a summer movie day at The Thompson. We’ll be showing a selection of popular recent films — you get to vote and choose what we watch on the day of the event!
Registration required — please sign up in advance! Snacks will be provided. Bring a friend and enjoy the show!
Age Well Education Series:
Film Screening at The Thompson: Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer’s July 17, 5:30 pm, followed by a panel discussion
Join us for an intimate and powerful documentary, Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer’s, which follows the journeys of three families as they navigate the profound and personal impact of Alzheimer’s disease. Through their stories, the film explores the shifting dynamics between partners and children as caregiving roles evolve, and the emotional complexity of watching a loved one change. Following the screening, stay for a special panel featuring individuals with lived experience who will share their insights and answer audience questions.
This is more than a film—it’s a conversation about love, resilience, and the realities of Alzheimer’s.
Please register in advance by contacting Cory at 802-457-3277.
Tie-Dye Fun at The Thompson Center
Thursday, July 17, 1:30 pm
Add a splash of color to your day! Join Heidi and Kim van Gulden for a lively tie-dye event where you bring your own item to dye—whether it’s a t-shirt, tote bag, or even a pair of socks. We’ll provide the dyes, gloves, and all the supplies you need to create a colorful masterpiece. No experience needed—just come ready to have fun and get creative with friends!
What to Bring: One item made of 100% cotton (or similar fabric) to tie-dye.
Register in advance with Cory at 802-457-3277 ext. 2. Weather dependent.
Summer Supper Club at Ottauquechee Yacht Club
Tuesday, July 22, 5:30 pm, RSVP in advance
Summer is short and we want to take advantage of the opportunity to gather and enjoy a fun evening out together. Join Deanna and friends at 5:30 pm at The Ottauquechee Yacht Club for dinner. This will be a dine and pay on your own event where orders are placed individually. Call a friend, offer a ride if you can, and enjoy a summer evening with your Thompson friends.
Let’s Go Cruisin’
Thursday, July 24, 1:00 pm
Annual Ice Cream Social & Classic Car Rides
Who doesn’t love the mystique and thrill of an antique car? Thanks to some generous Thompson friends, we are offering an afternoon of cruisin’ around the Woodstock area in some pretty cool vintage vehicles after our ice cream social. Register ahead so you are sure to get a ride. Be prepared for some top-down convertible cruisin’ and fun. Live music will once again be provided by Kathleen Dolan and Mark van Gulden.
Collette Travel Talk: Christmas on the Danube 2026
Monday, July 28, 1:30, Register in advance
Join us for an information session regarding our 2026 Christmas on the Danube River Cruise, with Collette. Andrew will be here to discuss the itinerary and answer your questions. See Trips page for more details about this trip.
Hoarding Talk with Robert E. Brady, Ph.D.
Thursday July 31, 1:30 pm
During the talk you will be able to:
Understand the causes of hoarding disorder
Differentiate hoarding from collection hobbies and other non-harmful behaviors
Recognize when professional help is needed for hoarding
Describe some of the treatment approaches for hoarding disorder
Robert Brady, PhD is a clinical psychologist and Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the Geisel School of Medicine and staff psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. He serves as the Director of the Anxiety Disorders Service at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and the Training Director of the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Psychology Training Programs. Dr. Brady’s clinical services target anxiety and related disorders using evidence-based treatments derived from cognitive-behavioral theory and practice. His research focuses on the development, testing, and implementation of brief psychosocial interventions for anxiety disorders delivered outside of the traditional mental health setting by healthcare providers without formal mental health training.
Day Trip to Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Yankee Candle Village
Wednesday, September 24
Cost $75 per person includes admission to Magic Wings and round-trip motor coach bus through beautiful fall landscapes. See Trips page for more details.
Ongoing Programs in Order by Date
Advance Directive Assistance by Appointment
Would your loved ones know your wishes about medical care if you were unable to speak for yourself? An Advance Directive spells out your wishes and appoints someone to represent you if you are not able. A trained and caring volunteer will take the time to explain this simple process. Call Shari at 802-457-3277.
Benefits Assistance
Call Shari for an appointment. 9:30am –12:30 pm byappointment
As temperatures start to drop, there are programs available to help you stretch your budget. You might be eligible for:
Seasonal Fuel Assistance to help pay heating and energy bills
3SquaresVT monthly benefits to pay for groceries (if you’re eligible for one, you’re eligible for the other!)
Free weatherization services to improve your home’s energy efficiency (you’re eligible if you get fuel assistance!)
Crisis Fuel Assistance if you’ve hit your monthly heating budget
Individual assistance is available by appointment with Senior Solutions Benefits Counselor, Liz Carey. Call Shari for your appointment.
Caregiver Support Group
In-person, 2nd Tuesday of each month at 12:00 pm
Virtual participation still available upon request
Support and education can make a critical difference for family members and caregivers of patients with memory loss or disorders such as Alzheimer’s. Please join our confidential monthly support group on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, and share ideas, concerns, and constructive feedback with others facing similar challenges.
Reflexology will pause during May and June
Enjoy Reflexology to Relax, Rejuvenate, & Reboot Your Body
Please call Shari to schedule a morning appointment. $35 for 30 minute hand or foot treatment or $65 for 60 minutes.
Please wear loose fitting clothing and arrive a few minutes early to complete a health & disclaimer form.
Bridge
Wednesdays, 1:00 pm
Learn the game or improve your skills in a low intensity, friendly setting. Everyone welcome! Coached by Bill Boardman, bridge teacher for decades.
Foot Clinic
Call for schedule and to make your appointment. Towels are supplied
Beverly Sinclair has been a practicing registered nurse for 22 years with extensive experience as a staff nurse and in nurse management. She has been providing local foot care service for older Vermonters for the past 6 years.
Veterans Disability Assistance at The Thompson
