Cindy Trish, Executive director • 508-693-7900, ext. 455
Exciting update from Healthy Aging M.V.: MassDOT comes to town!
MassDOT officials will visit Martha’s Vineyard in partnership with Healthy Aging Martha’s Vineyard (HAMV), the Vineyard Transit Authority (VTA), and the Island Councils on Aging to tour the Island, hear directly from agencies and residents, and better understand the unique transportation challenges facing older adults on-Island.
The May 4 visit will include a town hall meeting where agencies and community members can share needs, barriers, and ideas for improving transportation across the Island. The engagement comes as both HAMV and the VTA have been awarded grant funding to expand and enhance transportation options, particularly for older adults and others with limited access to reliable transit. If you’d like to join the town hall meeting at 1 pm at HAMV, please contact Lauren Bagnall at laurenbagnall@hamv.org to register.
Prevent Falling with ‘A Matter of Balance
Healthy Aging Martha’s Vineyard and the island’s Councils on Aging are excited to bring back this fall prevention program for spring 2026. “A Matter of Balance” is an awardwinning program designed to help older adults reduce their fear of falling while building the strength, balance, and confidence needed to maintain an active and independent lifestyle.
You will learn:
• Practical strategies to reduce fall risks
• Setting goals to safely increase activity levels
• Making simple changes to improve safety at home
• Practice exercises, build strength and balance
Tuesdays, May 5 – June 23; 2–3:30 pm at Oak Bluffs Council on Aging. Please call your town Council on Aging to register.