Cathedral Square, a local nonprofit dedicated to creating affordable housing for older adults and adults with diverse needs, is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Renner, Interim Mayor of Winooski, to its Board of Directors. "Thomas's experience serving Vermonters, from his work with Senator Leahy to his leadership on the Winooski City Council, gives him a unique understanding of the housing challenges facing our communities," says Cathedral Square CEO Kim Fitzgerald.
After 21 years, HANDS (Helping and Nurturing Diverse Seniors) will wind down operations. Founded in 2004 by Megan Humphrey, HANDS started as a way to provide a healthy meal and friendship on Christmas day for seniors who would have spent the holiday alone. Over the years, HANDS evolved, and since 2011 it has been a non-profit organization with a mission of providing food and resources for people aged 50+ who struggle with food insecurity in Chittenden County, Vermont. "There's something beautifully full circle about HANDS in the Kitchen returning to where it first began at Thayer House," shared Cathedral Square CEO Kim Fitzgerald.
This week Cathedral Square celebrated the official grand opening of Reid Commons, bringing 33 new energy-efficient, affordable apartments for adults 55 and older to St. Albans. Federal, state, and local officials gathered with community members to celebrate the momentous occasion, over a decade in the works. Located at 17 Lower Newton Street, Reid Commons offers one- and two-bedroom apartments with a range of rents to serve a mixed-income community. Amenities include a lounge, community room with kitchen, telehealth room, gym, elevators, laundry room, covered and surface parking, courtyard, and garden beds.
