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. Here are just some of the events that may brighten the winter months for seniors. Remember, you can call Guilford Cares to request a ride.
Tax Preparation Assistance
The Town of Guilford is partnering with SEVCA, VITA, and BBCC to assist taxpayers with federal and state tax preparation, Vermont Homestead Declaration and Property Tax Credit claims, Vermont Renter Rebate claims and more!
Workshops - Tuesday, January 20, from 9:00-10:15am, and repeating from 10:30-Noon at the Town Office (same workshop offered twice, with Q&A time included)
To register for a workshop, please contact Elly at the Guilford Town office by phone 802-254-6857 x 102 OR by email treasurer@guilfordvt.gov
Individual Appointments - Friday, February 13, 2026 from 3:00 – 7:00 pm at Broad Brook Community Center
How to make an individual appointment:
Visit sevca.org/tax-services and click on “Request an Appointment” to fill out request form, OR
Send an email to estrasser@sevca.org, OR
Call or text 802-428-3032.
We will start taking appointments on January 1, 2026.
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, February 2
Monday, March 2
Monday, April 6
Time: dinner begins at 6:00 pm
