New Board Members Bring Expertise in Healthcare, Technology, and Public Health to Strengthen Services for Older Vermonters
Colchester, VT — Age Well, Vermont’s leading nonprofit dedicated to helping older adults live independently and safely at home, is welcoming three distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors: Jodi Frei, Vijay Desai, and Craig Stevens. Their expertise promises to guide Age Well as it expands programs, strengthens community partnerships, and meets the growing needs of Vermont’s aging population.
Since 1974, Age Well has been helping older Vermonters and their families through vital services including Meals on Wheels, care coordination, wellness programs, transportation, and caregiver support. With a mission “to empower and support individuals as they age by providing community connection and access to services,” Age Well continues to ensure older adults have the resources they need to thrive at home.
“Welcoming Jodi, Vijay, and Craig to our Board strengthens Age Well at a time when the needs of older Vermonters are growing rapidly,” said Jane Catton, CEO of Age Well. “Each brings deep expertise and a shared commitment to ensuring every older adult can age with dignity, independence, and connection. Their leadership will help guide us as we expand services and build healthier, more connected communities.”
Meet the New Board Members
Jodi Frei, PT, MSMIIT, CCM — Healthcare & Community Care Leader
With over 30 years of experience in healthcare and community services, Jodi is a licensed physical therapist and healthcare IT expert. She has held leadership roles at OneCare Vermont focusing on quality improvement, data systems, and community health strategy. Committee: Governance and Compliance.
“I am honored to join Age Well’s Board. With a background in clinical care, quality, and population health, I deeply value Age Well’s commitment to providing personalized services that allow Vermonters to age safely and happily at home. I am excited to contribute to this important mission.” — Jodi Frei
Vijay Desai, MBA, PMP, PE — Business & Technology Innovator
Vijay is the founder of Desai Business Management and co-founder of Technology for Tomorrow (T4T), a nonprofit offering affordable technology education. With 25+ years in engineering, consulting, and business leadership, he brings expertise in leveraging technology and innovation to support older adults. Committee: Strategic Directions.
“I joined the Age Well Board because I believe in empowering older Vermonters to live with dignity, independence, and connection. Through my work in consulting and nonprofit education, I’ve seen how access to resources transforms lives. Age Well’s mission resonates deeply with my values of equity, inclusion, and community impact, and I’m honored to help strengthen services that support confident aging across Vermont.” — Vijay Desai
Craig Stevens, MPH — Public Health & Aging Advocate
Craig has over 30 years of public health leadership and serves as District Director for the Vermont Department of Health in Addison County. He is the founder of Stevens Consulting and has led statewide initiatives in dementia planning, healthy aging, and health information technology. Committees: Finance and Development.
“Age Well is rooted in a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing our older Vermont community; the organization believes in empowering older adults to live with dignity and independence. As a Board member, I am dedicated to advocating for an organization that supports Vermont values which emphasize self-reliance, practicality, strong community ties, and a deep appreciation for independent thinking and resilience.” — Craig Stevens
Driving Age Well’s Mission Forward
With these three exceptional leaders on board, Age Well is poised to expand programs, strengthen partnerships, and meet the growing needs of Vermont’s aging population. Their collective expertise ensures that older Vermonters can continue to age with dignity, independence, and connection.
About Age Well
Founded in 1974, Age Well is the Area Agency on Aging for Addison, Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle counties. The nonprofit provides services such as Meals on Wheels, care coordination, wellness programs, transportation, and caregiver support, with the help of dedicated staff and over 1,000 volunteers. Age Well empowers older adults to live safely, independently, and with dignity.
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