MA Resources 2022-2023
ADULT DAY CARE
Catholic Charities Worcester 10 Hammond St., Worcester 508-798-0191 www.ccworc.org
ADVOCACY
AARP Massachusetts 1 Beacon St., Suite 2301, Boston 866-448-3621; http:// states.aarp.org/region/ massachusetts
The state office of AARP, a national organization, providing local information, advocacy and community service
Age Strong Commission Boston One City Hall Square, #271B, Bos ton; 617-635-4366 www.boston. gov/departments/age-strong-com mission; Serves Boston
Boston Ctr. for Independent Living
60 Temple Place, Suite 5, Boston 617-338-6665; www.bostoncil.org Works to promote the civil rights of all people with disabilities and responds with programs and services
Greater Boston Legal Services 197 Friend St., Boston 800-323-3205; www.gbls.org
Answers queries and provides free advice and legal representation to clients.
Health Care for All One Federal St., Boston 617-350-7279; www.hcfama.org
Seeks to create a consumer-cen tered healthcare system that pro vides comprehensive, affordable, accessible, culturally competent, high-quality care and consumer education for everyone, especially the most vulnerable
Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative www.mahealthyagingcollaborative. org
Massachusetts Senior Care Association www.macalltocare.org Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
One Ashburton Place, 5th floor, Boston Main number: 617-727-7750, (800) 243-4636
Open M-F 9am-5pm Toll Free Elder Abuse Hotline: (800) 922-2275
Elder Abuse Hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Toll Free Connect to local elder service agency: 800-243-4636 Open M-F 9am-5pm MassRelay Number: 711 / (800) 439-0183 / (877) 752-2388: Voice / (800) 439-2370:TTY/ASC11 www.mass.gov/orgs/executive-of fice-of-elder-affairs
Massachusetts Senior Action Council 109 Myrtle St. Suite 112, Quincy 617-284-1234 www.masssenioraction.org Committed to empowering seniors and others to act collectively to
promote the rights and well-being of all people, particularly vulnerable seniors.
AGING SERVICE ACCESS POINTS
State’s nonprofit Network/Aging Service Access points allow in dividuals to live independently at home. They offer supportive social services, information and refer ral, case management, personal care, homemaking, transportation, chores, shopping, laundry, personal care, friendly visitors, congregate and home-delivered meals, home health, social day care, respite, protective services and crisis inter vention.
Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts (formerly Montachusett) 680 Mechanic St., Leominster 978-537-7411, 800-734-7312 www.agingservicesma.org
Areas served: Ashburnham, Ashby, Ayer, Berlin, Bolton, Clinton, Fitch burg, Gardner, Groton, Hubbardston, Lancaster, Leominster, Pepperell, Princeton, Shirley, Sterling, Tem pleton, Townsend, Westminster, Winchendon
Baypath Elder Services, Inc. 33 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough 508-573-7200; www.baypath.org
Areas served: Ashland, Dover, Fram ingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Hud son, Marlborough, Natick, Northborough, Sherborn, Southborough, Sudbury, Wayland, Westborough
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Boston Senior Home Care
Lincoln Plaza, 89 South St., Suite 501, Boston 617-451-6400; www.bshcinfo.org
Areas served: Boston neighbor hoods of Beacon Hill, Boston, Charlestown, Dorchester, Down town, East Boston, North End, South Boston, South Cove, West End
Bristol Elder Services, Inc.
1 Father DeValles Blvd., Unit 8, Fall River 508-675-2101 www.bristolelder.org
Areas served: Attleboro, Berkley, Dighton, Fall River, Freetown, Mans field, N. Attleboro, Norton, Raynham, Rehoboth, Seekonk, Somerset, Swansea, Taunton, Westport
Central Boston Elder Services 2315 Washington St., Boston 617-277-7416;
www.centralboston.org
Areas served: Boston neighbor hoods of Allston, Back Bay, Boston, Brighton, Fenway, Jamaica Plain, Kenmore/Fenway, Mission Hill, Roxbury, South End
Central Mass. Agency on Aging, Inc.
330 SW Cutoff, W. Boylston 508-852-5539; 800-244-3032 www.seniorconnection.org
Areas served: Ashburnham, Ashby, Auburn, Ayer, Barre, Bellingham, Berlin, Blackstone, Bolton, Boylston, Brookfield, Charlton, Clinton, Douglas, Dudley, E. Brookfield, Fitchburg, Franklin, Gardner, Grafton, Gro ton, Hardwick, Holden, Hopedale, Hubbardston, Lancaster, Leicester, Leominster, Lunenburg, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millbury, Millville, New Braintree, N. Brookfield, North bridge, Oakham, Oxford, Paxton,
Pepperell, Princeton, Rutland, Shirley, Shrewsbury, Southbridge, Spencer, Sterling, Sturbridge, Sut ton, Templeton, Townsend, Upton, Uxbridge, Warren, Webster, W. Brookfield, W. Boylston, Westmin ster, Winchendon, Worcester
Coastline Elderly Services, Inc. 863 Belleville Ave., New Bedford 508-999-6400; www.coastlinenb.org
Areas served: Acushnet, Bridgewa ter, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Gosnold, Marion, Mattapoisett, New Bedford, Rochester Bridgewater, Whitman
Elder Services of Merrimack Valley, Inc. 280 Merrimack St., Suite 400, Lawrence 800-892-0890; 978-683-7747 www.esmv.org Areas served: Amesbury, Andover,
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Billerica, Boxford, Chelmsford, Dan vers, Dracut, Dunstable, George town, Groveland, Haverhill, Law rence, Lowell, Merrimack, Methuen, Newbury, Newburyport, N. Andover, Peabody, Rowley, Salem, Salisbury, Tewksbury, Tyngsborough, W. New bury, Westford
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc.
67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester 508-756-1545; www.eswa.org
Areas Served: Auburn, Barre, Boyl ston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrews bury, W. Boylston, Worcester
ETHOS
555 Amory St., Jamaica Plain 617-522-6700; www.ethocare.org
Areas Served: Boston neighbor hoods of Jamaica Plain, Roslindale,
W. Roxbury, Hyde Park and Matta pan
Greater Lynn Senior Services, Inc. 8 Silsbee St., Lynn 800-594-5164; 781-599-0110 www.glss.net
Areas Served: Lynn, Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus, Swampscott
HESSCO Elder Services
One Merchant St., Sharon 781-784-4944; 800-462-5221 www.hessco.org
Areas Served: Canton, Dedham, Foxborough, Medfield, Millis, Norfolk, Norwood, Plainville, Sharon, Walpole, Westwood, Wrentham
Lifepath (formerly Franklin County Home Care)
101 Munson St., Suite 201, Greenfield Toll free: 800-732-4636
Elder Abuse Hotline (24/7): 800-922-2275
Western MA: 413-773-5555, Central MA: 978-544-2259 www.lifepathma.org
Areas Served: Ashfield, Athol, Bernardston, Buckland, Charlemont, Colrain, Conway, Deerfield, Erving, Gill, Greenfield, Hawley, Heath, Le verett, Leyden, Monroe, Montague, New Salem, Northfield, Orange, Petersham, Phillipston, Rowe, Royalston, Shelburne, Shelburne Falls, Shutesbury, Sunderland, Turner Falls, Warwick, Wendell, Whately
Mass Options 800-243-4636 www.massoptions.org Provides MassHealth-eligible elders at imminent risk of nursing home placement with increased home care services such as personal care, home health assistance,
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transportation services
Minuteman Home Care
26 Crosby Drive, Bedford 781-272-7177; 888-222-6171 www.minutemansenior.org
Areas Served: Acton, Arlington, Bed ford, Boxborough, Burlington, Carlisle, Concord, Harvard, Lexington, Lincoln, Littleton, Maynard, Stow, Wilmington, Winchester, Woburn
Mystic Valley Elder Services, Inc.
300 Commercial St., Suite 19, Malden 781-324-7705; www.mves.org
Areas Served: Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, N. Reading, Reading, Stoneham and Wakefield Old Colony Elderly Services, Inc. 144 Main St., Brockton 508-584-1561 www.ocesma.org
Areas Served: Abington, Avon,
Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, E. Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleborough, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plymp ton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, W. Bridgewater, Whitman
PACE - (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Mass. Health/Medicaid Customer Service Center: 800-841-2900 www.mass.gov/service-details/ massachusetts-pace-service-areas
Senior Care Options Program Mass. Health Customer Service Center 888-885-0484; www.mass. gov/senior-care-options-sco
Somerville/Cambridge Elder Services, Inc. 61 Medford St., Somerville 617-628-2601; eldercare.org
Areas Served: Cambridge, Somerville
South Shore Elder Services, Inc. 350 Granite St., Braintree 781-848-3910; www.sselder.org
Areas served: Braintree, Cohasset, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Milton, Norwell, Quincy, Randolph, Scituate, Weymouth Springwell, Inc. 307 Waverly Oaks Road, Suite 205, Waltham 617-926-4100; www.springwell.com
Areas served: Belmont, Brookline, Chestnut Hill, Needham, Newton, Waltham, Watertown, Wellesley, Weston
Tri-Valley, Inc. 10 Mill St., Dudley 508-949-6640; 800-286-6640
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Areas served: Bellingham, Black stone, Brookfield, Charlton, Doug las, Dudley, E. Brookfield, Franklin, Hopedale, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millville, North Brookfield, Northbridge, Oxford, Southbridge, Spencer, Sturbridge, Sutton, Upton, Uxbridge, Warren, Webster, W. Brookfield
ATTORNEYS, ELDER LAW
Durbin and Veglia Attorneys at Law
2 Jackson Ct., Oxford 508-987-3981 www.durbinandveglia.com
Surprenant & Beneski, P.C. 35 Arnold St., New Bedford 508-994-5200 www.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com
CEMETERY & MAUSOLEUM
Hays Funeral Home 56 Main St., Northborough 508-393-6591 www.haysfuneralhome.com
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Audio Journal Radio Reading Service
799 West Boylston St., Worcester; 508-797-1117 info@audiojournal.org www.audiojournal.net
Audio Journal’s mission in Central Massachusetts is to connect indi viduals with a visual impairment, or an inability to access print materi als, to their communities through broadcasting of local news, infor mation, and entertainment, with exclusive programs and content.
Heart to Home Meals
289 Elm St., Suite 102 Marlborough 508-658-3000 www.hearttohomemeals.com
Trusted Like Family Homecare, Inc. 80 Worcester St., Suite 7, N. Grafton 508-579-1890 www.trustedlikefamilyhomecare. com
CONSUMER PROTECTION
Community Care Ombudsman/ Long-term Care Ombudsman Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs One Ashburton Place, Room 517, Boston 617-727-7750, 800-243-4636 www.mass.gov/how-to/talk-to-anombudsman-about-a-problem Assists and counsels seniors and caregivers with in-home care ser vice problems, complaints Regional offices: Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts 680 Mechanic St., Leominster 800-734-7312; 978-537-7411 www.agingservicesma.org
Serves Ashburnham, Ashby, Ayer, Berlin, Bolton, Clinton, Fitchburg, Gardner, Groton, Hubbardston, Lan caster, Leominster, Lunenburg, Pepperell, Princeton, Shirley, Sterling, Templeton, Townsend, Westminster, Winchendon
Baypath Elder Services, Inc. 33 Boston Post Road, West Marlborough 508-573-7200; www.baypath.org Areas served: Ashland, Dover, Fram ingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Hud
son, Marlborough, Natick, North borough, Sherborn, Southborough, Sudbury, Wayland, Westborough
Central Mass. Agency on Aging, Inc.
330 Southwest Cutoff, Suite 203, Worcester 508-852-5539; 800-244-3032 www.seniorconnection.org
Areas Served: Ashburnham, Ashby, Auburn, Ayer, Barre, Bellingham, Berlin, Blackstone, Bolton, Boyl ston, Brookfield, Charlton, Clinton, Douglas, Dudley, East Brookfield, Fitchburg, Franklin, Gardner, Grafton, Groton, Hardwick, Holden, Hopedale, Hubbardston, Lancaster, Leicester, Leominster, Lunenburg, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millbury, Millville, New Braintree, North bridge, North Brookfield, Oakham, Oxford, Paxton, Pepperell, Prince ton, Rutland, Shirley, Shrewsbury, Southbridge, Spencer, Sterling, Sturbridge, Sutton, Templeton, Townsend, Upton, Uxbridge, War ren, Webster, West Boylston, West Brookfield, Westminster, Winchen don, Worcester
Elder Services of Merrimack Valley Nursing home Ombudsman program
280 Merrimack St., Suite 400, Lawrence 978-683-7747; 800-892-0890 www.esmv.org
Minuteman Senior Services
26 Crosby Drive, Bedford; 781-272-7177, 888-222-6171; www.minutemansenior.com
Areas served: Acton, Arlington, Bedford, Boxborough, Burlington, Car lisle, Concord, Harvard, Lexington, Lincoln, Littleton, Maynard, Stow, Wilmington, Winchester, Woburn
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Mystic Valley Elder Services, Inc.
300 Commercial St., Suite 19, Malden 781-324-7705; www.mves.org
Areas served: Chelsea, Everett, Mal den, Medford, Melrose, N. Reading, Reading, Revere, Stoneham, Wake field, Winthrop
Tri-Valley, Inc.
10 Mill St., Dudley 508-949-6640, 800-2866640 www.trivalleyinc.org
Areas served: Bellingham, Black stone, Brookfield, Charlton, Doug las, Dudley, E. Brookfield, Franklin, Hopedale, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millville, Northbridge, N. Brookfield, Oxford, Southbridge, Spencer, Sturbridge, Sutton, Upton, Uxbridge, Warren, Webster, W. Brookfield
CREMATION SERVICES
Hays Funeral Home 56 Main St., Northborough 508-393-6591 www.haysfuneral home.com
Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home
48 School St., Webster 508-943-6278 www.shaw-majercik.com
DENTAL SERVICES
Family Dental Group of Northborough
318 Main St., Suite 180 Northborough; 508-466-7211 www.lavanafamilydental.com
DISABLED SERVICES, SUPPORT
Alzheimer’s Association
309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham Help Line: 800-272-3900
617-868-6718; www.alz.org/manh
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
322 8th Ave. 16th Fl., New York, NY 10001
Helpline: 866-232-8484 Text line: 646-586-5283 email: info@alzfdn.org web chat: www.alzfdn.org
AFA Helpline (staffed entirely by licensed social workers specifically trained in dementia care) provides guidance, support, answers, and information about local services seven days a week. The web chat and text message features can serve individuals in more than 90 languages. AFA offers free weekly, telephone-based support groups facilitated by AFA’s licensed social workers, designed to give care givers a place to connect with one another from anywhere in the coun try. The AFA also provides a national memory screening program con ducted through video conferencing which is free, confidential and open to anyone regardless of age or insurance. The AFA website offers free daily activity and therapeutic programming designed to help individuals affected by Alzheimer’s and their caregivers stay active and engaged including music, art, movement, chair yoga, fitness, meditation, virtual tours and more. Visit www.alzfdn.org/afatealroom.
American Cancer Society P.O. Box 1120, Framingham 800-227-2345; www.cancer.org
American Diabetes Association, New England P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 617-482-4580; 1-800-DIABETES
(342-2383)
www.diabetes.org/community/lo cal-offices/new-england
American Heart Association
300 5th Ave., #6, Waltham 781-373-4500; 800-AHA-USA-1 www.americanheart.org
American Parkinson’s Disease Association 72 E. Concord St., C3, Boston 617-638-8466; 800-651-8466 www.apdaparkinson.org/communi ty/massachusetts/
American Stroke Association
300 5th Ave., #6, Waltham 781-373-4500; 800-AHA-USA-1 www.strokeassociation.org
Arthritis Foundation 1355 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 600, Atlanta, GA 30309 800-283-7800 www.arthritis.org
Audio Journal Radio Reading Service
799 West Boylston St. Worcester; 508-797-1117 info@audiojournal.org www.audiojournal.net
Audio Journal’s mission in Central Massachusetts is to connect indi viduals with a visual impairment, or an inability to access print materi als, to their communities through broadcasting of local news, infor mation, and entertainment, with exclusive programs and content.
Mass. Association for the Blind Main Office: 200 Ivy St., Brookline; 617-738-5110 www.mabcommunity.org Central MA Office: 799 W. Boylston St., Worcester; 508-854-0700
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Elder Care Resource Guide • 2022/2023 • 13 Financed by MHFA Managed by Green Hill Towers 27 Mount Vernon Street, Worcester, MA 01605 • Office Open Daily 8:00am - 4:30pm To receive an application please call 508-755-6062 TDD# 508-755-0228 Available occupancy to income eligible mature adults (age 62 years & older) or permanently disabled. Applicants must meet HUD annual low income guidelines. Preference is given to individuals 62 and older. Newly Remodeled ApARtmeNts with a contemporary flair • Within the building amenities include: • A Theater-like media center • Handicap-accessible lounges on every floor • Library equipped with two computers and free internet access • Physical fitness center • Game room with billiard table • Community room with bingo board and large screen TV • Contemporary styled 1 & 2 bedroom apartments • New kitchens with built-in microwaves and granite-like countertops • Small pets welcome • Heat and Hot water included • Bus route / ample parking • Beautiful landscaped grounds with gazebo
Massachusetts Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
70 Walnut St., Suite 301, Wellesley 508-810-1300; www.lls.org/massachusetts
Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
600 Washington St., Boston 617-727-5550, 800-392-6450 www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/depart ments/mcb/
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
600 Washington St., Boston 617-740-1600; TTY: 617-740-1700 www.mass.gov/orgs/massachu setts-commission-for-the-deafand-hard-of-hearing
Multiple Sclerosis Society - MA Chapter
101A First Ave., Suite 6, Waltham, 800-344-4867
www.nationalmssociety.org/Chap ters/MAM
Parkinson’s Foundation 200 SE 1st St., Suite 800, Miami, FL HELPLINE: 800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) www.parkinson.org
Parkinson’s disease support and treatment locations:
Emerson Hospital Concord Parkinson’s Disease Clinical Services
133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord Main #: 978-369-1400 www.emersonhospital.org/clini cal-services/parkinsons-disease
Milford Regional Hospital
Greater Milford Neurology 327 West St., Milford 508-473-4323
www.milfordregional.org
Massachusetts General Hospital Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Clinic Wang Ambulatory Care Center 15 Parkman St., 8th Fl., Boston; 617-726-5532 www.massgeneral.org/neurology/ treatments-and-services/parkin sons-disease-and-movement-dis orders-clinic
Mass General Brigham –Newton/Wellesley Hospital Neurology Department 2000 Washington St., Newton 617-928-1500 www.nwh.org/medical-services/ neurology
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center 330 Brookline Ave., Boston 617-667-0519; www.bidmc.org
South Shore Hospital 55 Fogg Rd., S. Weymouth 781-624-8800; www.southshorehealth.org
Seven Hills Family Services 210 Lincoln St., Worcester 508-796-1866 www.sevenhills.org
DRIVER SAFETY
AARP Smart Driver™ www.aarp.org/drive
A driver safety program, safe driving tips and information about classes held statewide Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists 866-672-9466; www.aded.net
For fact sheets on disabilities and driving and for a list of Driver Reha bilitation Specialists
DriveWise® Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Dept. of Neurology 330 Brookline Ave., Boston 617-667-4074
www.bidmc.harvard.edu A driving fitness evaluation program
Central Mass. Safety Council 186 W. Boylston St., W. Boylston 508-835-2333
www.centralmasafety.org
Offers one-hour driving evaluations for seniors
Registry of Motors Vehicles, Medical Affairs Branch for handicap plates Mailing Address: PO Box 55889, Attention: Medical Affairs, Boston, MA 02205-5889 Physical Address: 136 Blackstone Street, Haymarket Center, Boston, MA 02109 857-368-8020 www.mass.gov/dis ability-plates-and-placards Disabled (handicap) Placard/Plate application, information for caregivers and elders about elder driver safety
EDUCATION/ EMPLOYMENT TRAINING
Assumption College
Worcester Institute of Senior Education (WISE) 500 Salisbury St., Worcester 508-767-7513 Email: wise@assumption.edu www.assumption.edu
Babson College 231 Forest St., Babson Park 781-235-1200; www.Babson.edu
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Free for seniors in Wellesley and Needham
Boston University
Evergreen Program
1010 Commonwealth Ave., 1st Floor, Boston, 617-358-1350 www. bu.edu/evergreen
Bridgewater State University
131 Summer St., Bridgewater 508-531-1000; www.bridgew.edu/ ccs/seniorcollege
Catholic Charities
The Senior Employment Program
10 Hammond St., Worcester 508-798-0191; www.ccworc.org
Curry College
Division of Continuing Education Milton Campus
1071 Blue Hill Ave., Milton, 617-333-2364
Plymouth Campus
36 Cordage Park Circle, Suite #200, Plymouth, 508-747-2424 www.curry.edu/academics/continuing-education-and-graduate-pro grams
Eastern Nazarene College
23 E. Elm Ave., Quincy 617-745-3000; www.enc.edu
International Institute Boston Office: 617-695-9990
2 Boylston St 3rd floor, Boston Lowell Office: 978-459-9031
15-17 Warren St., 2nd Fl., Lowell www.iine.org
Mass. Bay Community College
50 Oakland St., Wellesley 781-239-3000; www.massbay.edu
Massasoit Community College
1 Massasoit Boulevard Brockton;
508-588-9100 www.Massasoit. mass.edu
Mass. Board of Higher Education
One Ashburton Place, Room 1401, Boston; 617-994-6950 www.mass.edu Income-eligible seniors may attend any state, regional or community college without paying tuition
Quincy College
Quincy Campus: 1250 Hancock St., Quincy, 617-984-1700
Plymouth Campus: 36 Cordage Park Circle, Plymouth, 508-747-0400 www.quincycollege.edu
Quinsigamond Community College
670 W. Boylston St., Worcester 508-853-2300; www.qcc.mass.edu
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Are you or a loved one in need of top-quality home care services? • Offering in-home care services to seniors and disabled adults in Worcester County • Employing only the finest caregivers • Locally owned and managed – fully insured and bonded • Client satisfaction and service are our top priorities! Contact us today to see how we can help! info@trustedlikefamilyhomecare.com 508-579-1890 • www.trustedlikefamilyhomecare.com
Road Scholar
11 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston 800-454-5768; www.roadscholar.org Educational travel for older adults
SeniorNet Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc. 280 Merrimack St., Suite 400, Lawrence 800-892-0890; www.esmv.org
University of Massachusetts Boston Gerontology Institute & Dept.
Wheatley Building, 3rd Fl., Rm 124A 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston 617-287-7300; www.umb.edu/ger ontologyinstitute
UMass Lowell
One University Ave., Lowell 978-934-4000; www.uml.edu Worcester Polytechnic Institute
100 Institute Road, Worcester 508-831-5000; www.wpi.edu
Worcester Institute for Senior Education (WISE) Assumption College, Worcester 508-767-7513 www.assumptioncollegewise. wildapricot.org
Worcester State College 486 Chandler St., Worcester, 508929-8000; www.worcester.edu
Intergenerational Urban Action Institute www.worcester.edu/urban-ac tion-institute/
Workforce Career Central Worcester office: 508-799-1600 340 Main St., Ste 400 Southbridge office: 508-765-6430 5 Optical Dr., Ste 200
www.workforcecentralma.org
ELDER ABUSE
Elder Abuse Hotline 800-922-2275 www.mass.gov/reporting-elder-abuse-neglect The Protective Services Program. Report suspected abuse outside the nursing home for adults age 60 and older that may include such acts of abuse as neglect, physical, sexual, financial exploitation and self-ne glect
ELDER SERVICES
Audio Journal Radio Reading Service 799 W. Boylston St., Worcester 508-797-1117 info@audiojournal.org www.audiojournal.net Audio Journal’s mission in Central Massachusetts is to connect indi
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125 Connors St., Gardner, MA 01440 • 978-632-9650 • U.S. Relay: 711 Now Accepting Applications Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Binnall House Quality ~ Reputation ~ Location 1 and 2 Bedroom Waiting List Subsidized through HUD’s Section 8 Program for the elderly and handicapped. Rents are based on 30% of adjusted monthly income. Conveniently situated in downtown Gardner, Binnall House features air conditioning, wall-to-wall carpeting, and modern applianced kitchens. Other features include solarium, activity rooms and an active senior population.
viduals with a visual impairment, or an inability to access print materi als, to their communities through broadcasting of local news, information, and entertainment, with exclusive programs and content.
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc.
67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester 508-756-1545; www.eswa.org Serves Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrews bury, W. Boylston, Worcester
Family Services of Central MA 210 Lincoln St., Worcester 508-756-4696 www.fscm.org
Heart to Home Meals 289 Elm St., Suite 102
Marlborough 508-658-3000 www.hearttohomemeals.com
Seven Hills Family Services 210 Lincoln St., Worcester 508-796-1866 www.sevenhills.org
Trusted Like Family Homecare, Inc. 80 Worcester St., Suite 7, N. Grafton 508-579-1890 www.trustedlikefamilyhomecare. com
Visiting Angels Living Assistance 142 North Rd., Suite F130 Sudbury; 978-287-2002 www.visitingangels.com/sudbury/ home/
ESTATE PLANNING
Surprenant & Beneski, P.C. 35 Arnold St. New Bedford 508-994-5200 www.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com
FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT
American Cancer Society www.cancer.org 800-227-2345
Offers discussion board, support groups and resources
American Diabetes Association 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383) www.diabetes.org Provides research, information and advocacy
American Heart/Stroke Association 300 5th Ave., Suite 6, centralfcu.com 800.527.1017
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FUEL/ENERGY ASSISTANCE
Mass. Department of Housing & Community Development
100 Cambridge St., Suite 300, Boston 617-573-1100; www.mass.gov/dhcd Administers the Weatherization Assistance, Heating Energy Assistance, Retrofit Task Weatherization Assistance and Low-Income Home Energy Assistance programs
Making Opportunity Council (MOC)
601 River St., Fitchburg 978-345-7040 www.mocinc.org Provides full weatherization ser vices for cities and towns in North Central Mass.
Quincy Community Action
1509 Hancock St., 3rd Fl., Quincy 617-479-8181 www.qcap.org
Serves: Braintree, Milton, Quincy, Weymouth
Self-Help Community Action
45 Pearl St., Brockton 508-588-0447 selfhelpinc.org
Serves: Abington, Attleboro, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Canton, Dedham, East Bridgewater, Easton, Foxboro, Franklin, Hanson, Hol brook, Mansfield, Middleboro, Needham, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Norton, Norwood, Plainville, Randolph, Raynham, Rockland, Sharon, Stoughton, Walpole, West Bridgewater, Westwood, Whitman, Wrentham
Southern Middlesex Opportunity Council
7 Bishop St., Framingham 508-872-4853 www.smoc.org
Serves: Ashland, Bellingham, Framingham, Holliston, Hopkinton,
Marlborough, Natick, Southborough, Wayland
South Shore Community Action Council
71 Obery St., Plymouth 508-747-7575 www.sscac.org
Serves: the South Shore and Cape Cod communities
Worcester Community Action Council
484 Main St., 2nd Floor, Worcester 508-754-1176 www.wcac.net
Serves Worcester, Auburn, Boylston, Brookfield, Charlton, Douglas, Dud ley, E. Brookfield, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, N. Brookfield, Oakham, Oxford, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, South bridge, Spencer, Sturbridge, Sutton, Warren, Webster, W. Boylston, W. Brookfield, Westborough
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homeowners and community members. Health, happiness, and comfort are at the core of choosing to live independently in their own homes. At the point when daily activities require assistance, independent seniors choose Home Care. The Family Services of Central Massachusetts (FSCM)
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FUNERAL HOMES
Hays Funeral Home
56 Main St., Northborough; 508-393-6591 www.haysfuneralhome.com
Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel
370 Plantation St., Worcester 508-754-0486; www.mercadantefuneral.com
Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home 48 School St., Webster 508-943-6278 www.shaw-majercik.com
GERIATRIC CARE MANAGERS
Reliant Medical Group 508-852-0600 www.reliantmedicalgroup.org
HEALTH CARE EDUCATION & SUPPORT
Eternal Health
31 St. James Ave., Suite 950 Boston; 413-652-4780 www.eternalhealth.com
Reliant Medical Group 508-852-0600 www.reliantmedicalgroup.org
HEALTH CARE SERVICES
Associated Foot Specialists 1 Cabot Rd., Hudson 978-562-2155
Ibis Health 888-626-9995 www.ibishealth.org
Family Services of Central MA 210 Lincoln St., Worcester
508-756-4696 www.fscm.org
Reliant Medical Group 508-852-0600 www.reliantmedicalgroup.org
VA New England Healthcare System 1-844-VA-CARES (822-2737) www.newengland.va.gov/50plus
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS
Eternal Health
31 St. James Ave., Suite 950 Boston; 413-652-4780 www.eternalhealth.com
YMCA Boroughs Family Branch 4 Valente Drive, Westborough 508-870-1320 www.ymcaofcm.org
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YMCA Central Community Branch
766 Main St., Worcester 508-755-6101 www.ymcaofcm.org
YMCA Greendale Family Branch 75 Shore Drive, Worcester
508-852-6694 www.ymcaofcm.org
YMCA Leominster Community Branch 108 Adams St., Leominster 978-401-2290
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YMCA Montachusett Community Branch 55 Wallace Avenue, Fitchburg 978-343-4847 www.ymcaofcm.org
YMCA Tri-Community Family Branch 43 Everett St., Southbridge 508-765-5466 www.ymcaofcm.org
HEARING AIDS/TESTING Audiology Affiliates
490 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 508-755-1391
159 Union St., #102, Marlborough 508-481-0610
600 Worcester Rd., Framingham 508-872-6679 www.audiologyaffiliates.org
The Family Services of Central Massachusetts network of AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteers, aged 55 and over, are sharing their positive outlook and experience to make a difference in the lives of others and their communities.
The Family Services of Central Massachusetts network of AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteers, aged 55 and over, are sharing their positive outlook and experience to make a difference in the lives of others and their communities. Engage one-on-one with another senior, or pursue a cause close to your heart, such as the Senior Fraud Helpline. Help Foil the Frauds by assisting seniors to recognize, resist,
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and report senior scams and fraud. Live life to the fullest as an AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer—for others and yourself. Take the first step and call 508.791.7787, today!
Live life to the fullest as an AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer — for others and yourself. To volunteer please call 508.791.7787, today!
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BECOME A SENIOR VOLUNTEER Make Giving Back Your Second Act Senior Fraud HELPLINE THE Frauds Recognize Resist Report F il 800.297.9760 508.791.7787 The
or pursue a cause close to your heart, such as the Senior Fraud Helpline. Help Foil the Frauds by assisting seniors to recognize, resist, and report senior scams and fraud. Live life to the fullest as an AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer—for others and yourself. Take the first step and call 508.791.7787, today! BECOME A SENIOR VOLUNTEER Make Giving Back Your Second Act Senior Fraud HELPLINE THE Frauds Recognize Resist Report F il 800.297.9760 508.791.7787 The Family Services of Central Massachusetts network of AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteers, aged 55 and over, are sharing their positive outlook and experience to make a difference in the lives of others and their communities. Engage one-on-one with another senior, or pursue a cause close to your heart, such as the Senior Fraud Helpline. Help Foil the Frauds by assisting seniors to recognize, resist, and report senior scams and fraud. Live life to the fullest as an AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer—for others and yourself. Take the first step and call 508.791.7787, today! BECOME A SENIOR VOLUNTEER Make Giving Back Your Second Act Senior Fraud HELPLINE THE Frauds Recognize Resist Report F il 800.297.9760 508.791.7787 BECOME A SENIOR VOLUNTEER Make Giving Back Your Second Act Please call to Volunteer
HOME CARE
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc.
67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester 508-756-1545; www.eswa.org Serves Auburn, Barre, Boyl ston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden,
Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrews bury, W. Boylston, Worcester
Family Services of Central MA 210 Lincoln St., Worcester 508-756-4696 www.fscm.org
Trusted Like Family Homecare, Inc.
80 Worcester St., Suite 7, N. Grafton 508-579-1890 www.trustedlikefamilyhomecare. com
Visiting Angels Living Assistance
142 North Rd., Suite F130 Sudbury; 978-287-2002 www.visitingangels.com/sudbury/ home/
HOME REPAIR SERVICES
Elder Home Repair/Maintenance Pro. (CMHA)
6 Institute Road, Worcester 508-752-5519; www.cmhaonline.org Low-cost emergency home repairs
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545 Salisbury Street, Worcester - 508-753-7217 Professionally managed by Barkan Management Company, Inc. TTY: Relay 711 - Subsidized Housing for 62 or older and disabled- 1 bedroom and efficiency- Rent is 30% of adjusted income- All utilities included“Country Living in the City” On site laundry - On site staff - Gardening area - Off street parking Pets accepted (with restrictions) - On-site resident service coordinator
Home Modification Loan Program
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
600 Washington St., Boston 617-204-3600; www.mass.gov
Provides loans to finance eligible modifications including ramps, accessible bathrooms, grab bars, visual safety alarm systems
Making Opportunity Count Elder Services
601 River St., Fitchburg; 978-345-7040; www.mocinc.org
Provides minor home adaptations to improve home safety
RCAP Solutions, Inc.
www.rcapsolutions.org
Provides housing repairs and reha bilitation
HOSPICE CARE
Notre Dame Health Care 555-559 Plantation St. Worcester 508-852-5505
www.notredamehealthcare.org
Visiting Angels Living Assistance 142 North Rd., Suite F130 Sudbury; 978-287-2002 www.visitingangels.com/sudbury/ home/
HOSPITALS
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital (an affiliate of Encompass Health) 189 May St., Worcester 508-791-6351 Fairlawnrehab.org
978-632-9650 www.schochet.com
Family Services of Central MA 81 Hope Ave., Worcester 508-791-7787 www.fscm.org
Goddard Homestead 1199 Main St., Worcester 508-753-4890 www.goddardhomestead.org
SageLife Artisan-Hudson 253 Washington St., Hudson 978-420-4176
www.ArtisanatHudson.com
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48 School Street, Webster, MA 01570 508-943-6278 • www.shaw-majercik.com 1(800)279-7429RichaRd d. MajeRcik Director Cremation and affordable funeral options Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home ESTABLISHED 1910 OVER 100 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS SERVICE ~ VETERAN OWNED & OPERATED ~ SERVING ALL FAITHS When it comes to your final arrangements... Shouldn’t you make the decisions? The arrangements you make will reflect your exact wishes and desires. Arrangements can be made in the comfort of your own home. DIRECT CREMATION Complete $1675 TRADITIONAL GRAVESIDE SERVICE AND BURIAL Complete $3995Includes 20-gauge metal casket & Vault Does not include grave opening The Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home provides affordable cremation and traditional funeral services. We are the largest cremation provider in Worcester County. Veteran Owned & Operated Preserving Memories with Dignity + Cemetary charges
Athol Housing Authority
21 Morton Meadows; Athol 978-249-4848
atholorangehousing.com
Auburn Housing Authority
200 N. Oxford St., Auburn 508-832-3852
auburnmahousing.org
Braintree Housing Authority
25 Roosevelt Road, Braintree 781-848-1484
braintreehousingauthority.org
Brockton Housing Authority
45 Goddard Road, Brockton 508-588-6880
brocktonhousingauthority.com
Cohasset Housing Authority
60 Elm St., Cohasset; 781-383-1948
www.cohassethousingauthority.com
Concord Housing Authority
34 Everett St., Concord 978-369-8435 www.concordha.org
Dracut Housing Authority
97 Mammoth Road, Dracut 978-957-3515
www.dracuthousingauthority.org
Family Services of Central MA
81 Hope Ave., Worcester 508-791-7787 www.fscm.org
Fitchburg Housing Authority
50 Day St., Leominster 978-342-5222
www.fitchburghousing.org
Framingham Housing Authority
1 John J. Brady Drive, Framingham 508-879-7562
www.framinghamhousingauthority.org
Grafton Housing Authority
10 Maxwell Drive, Grafton 508-839-6089; www.graftonhousing.com
Hingham Housing Authority
30 Thaxter St., Hingham 781-741-1417; www.hinghamha.com
Holbrook Housing Authority
1 Holbrook Court, Holbrook 781-767-0024; www.holbrookhousing.com
Holden Housing Authority
9 Flagler Drive, Holden 508-829-9182
www.holdenma.gov/holden-hous ing-authority
Holliston Housing Authority
492 Washington St., Holliston 508-429-6266; www.hollistonhousingauthority.org
Hudson Housing Authority
8 Brigham Circle, Hudson 978-562-9268; www.hudsonhousing.org
Hull Housing Authority
6 Atlantic House Court, Hull 781-925-4544; www.hullha.org
Ibis Health 888-626-9995 www.ibishealth.org
Leominster Housing Authority 100 Main St., Leominster 978-537-5300; www.ncmhousing.org
Lexington Housing Authority
One Countryside Village, Lexington 781-861-0900; www.lexington housing.org
Lowell Housing Authority
350 Moody St., Lowell 978-364-5311; www.lhma.org
Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development
10 Church St., Lynn 781-581-8600; www.lhand.org
Malden Housing Authority
630 Salem St., Malden 781-322-9460; www.maldenhousing.org
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Mansfield Housing Authority
22 Bicentennial Court, Mansfield 508-339-6890
www.mansfieldhousingauthority.com
Marlborough Housing Authority
240 Main St., Marlborough 508-624-6908
www.marlborough-ma.gov
Maynard Housing Authority
15 Powder Mill Circle, Maynard; 978-897-8738 www.maynard-housing.com
Medford Housing Authority
121 Riverside Ave., Medford 781-396-7200; www.medfordhousing.org
Medway Housing Authority
600 Mahan Circle, Medway 508-533-2434
www.medwayhousing.org
Melrose Housing Authority
910 Main St., Melrose 781-665-1622; www.melroseha.com
Merrimac Housing Authority
2 School St., Merrimac 978-388-2022 ext. 5 www.merrimac01860.info/401
Methuen Housing Authority 24 Mystic St., Methuen 978-682-8607 www.methuenhousing.org
Middleborough Housing Authority 8 Benton St., Middleborough 508-947-3824; www.middleboroha.org
Milford Housing Authority 45 Birmingham Court, Milford 508-473-9521; www.milfordhous ing.org
Millis Housing Authority
310 Exchange St., Millis 508-376-8181; www.millishousing.com
Milton Housing Authority
65 Miller Ave., Milton 617-698-2169 www.miltonhousingauthority.com
Natick Housing Authority
4 Cottage St., Natick 508-653-2971; www.natickha.org
Needham Housing Authority
28 Captain Robert Cooke Drive, Needham; 781-444-3011 www.needhamhousing.org
Newton Housing Authority
82 Lincoln St., Newton Highlands 617-552-5501; www.newtonhousing.org
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N. Andover Housing Authority
1 Morkeski Meadows., N. Andover 978-682-3932; www.northandoverha.com
N. Reading Housing Authority
Peabody Court, N. Reading 978-664-2982; www.northreadingha.org
Northborough Housing Authority
26 Village Drive, Northborough 508-393-2408 www.northboroughhousing.com
Norwood Housing Authority
40 William Shyne Circle, Norwood 781-762-8115; www.norwoodha.org
Oxford Housing Authority
23 Wheelock St.,
Pembroke Housing Authority
Kilcommons Drive, Pembroke 781-293-3088 www.pembroke-ma.gov/housing-authority
Plymouth Housing Authority
130 Court St., Plymouth 508-746-2105; www.plymha.org
Quincy Housing Authority
80 Clay St., Quincy 617-847-4350; www.quincyha.com
Reading Housing Authority
23 Frank D. Tanner Drive, Reading 781-944-6755; www.readinghousing.org
Scituate Housing Authority
791 Country Way, Scituate 781-545-3375; www.scituateha.org
Shrewsbury Housing Authority
36 N. Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury 508-757-0323 www.shrewsburyha.org
Somerville Housing Authority
30 Memorial Road, Somerville 617-625-1152; www.sha-web.org
Southbridge Housing Authority
60 Charlton St., Southbridge 508-765-5858; www.southbridgehousing.org
Stoughton Housing Authority
4 Capen St., Stoughton; 781-344-6599
www.stoughton.org/stough ton-housing-authority
Stow Housing Authority
380 Great Road, Stow; 978-897-4534
www.stow-ma.gov/housing-authority
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Taunton Housing Authority
30 Olney St., Suite B, Taunton 508-823-6308; www.tauntonhousing.com
Tewksbury Housing Authority
Saunders Circle, Tewksbury 978-851-7392 www.tewksbury-ma.gov/housing-authority
Wakefield Housing Authority
26 Crescent St., Wakefield 781-245-7328 www.wakefieldhousing.org
Walpole Housing Authority
8 Diamond Pond Terrace, Walpole 508-668-7878 www.walpole-ma.gov/walpo le-housing-authority
Watertown Housing Authority
55 Waverley Ave., Watertown 617-923-3950; www.watertownha.org
Wayland Housing Authority
106 Main St., Wayland; 508-6556310 www.wayland.ma.us/way land-housing-authority
Webster Housing Authority
10 Golden Heights, Webster 508-943-1634 www.websterhousingma.com
Wellesley Housing Authority
109 Barton Road, Wellesley 781-235-0223 www.wellesley-housing.org
W. Boylston Housing Authority
87 Maple Ave., W. Boylston, 508-835-6060
www.westboylston-ma.gov/hous ing-authority
W. Brookfield Housing Authority
Olde Village Place, 29 E. Main St. W. Brookfield; 508-867-5891 www.wbrookfield.com
Westborough Housing Authority 2 Rogers Road, Westborough 508-366-1225 www.westboroughha.com
Weymouth Housing Authority 402 Essex St., Weymouth 781-331-2323 www.weymouthhousing.org
Winchendon Housing Authority 108 Ipswich Drive, Winchendon 978-297-2280 www.town ofwinchendon.com/winchendon-housing-authority
Winchester Housing Authority 13 Westley St., Winchester 781-721-5718; www.winchesterha.org
Woburn Housing Authority 59 Campbell St., Woburn 781-935-0818; www.woburnhousing.org
Worcester Housing Authority 40 Belmont St., Worcester 508635-3000 www.worcesterha.org
HOUSING, INDEPENDENT LIVING
Bigelow Village P.O. Box 275, Rutland; 508-886-6565 www.bigelowvillage.com
Binnall House 125 Connors St., Gardner 978-632-9650 www.schochet.com
Congregational Retirement Homes 200 W. Foster St., Melrose 781-665-6334 www.peabodyproperties.com
Family Services of Central MA 81 Hope Ave., Worcester 508-791-7787 www.fscm.org
Framingham Green 136 Maynard Road, Framingham
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www.peabodyproperties.com
Ibis Health 888-626-9995 www.ibishealth.org
Irving Square Apartments
75 Irving St., Framingham 844-656-4361 www.equityapartments.com
SageLife Artisan-Hudson
253 Washington St., Hudson 978-420-4176 www.ArtisanatHudson.com
HOUSING INFORMATION & REFERRAL
Central MA Housing Alliance
6 Institute Road, Worcester 508-752-5519; www.cmhaonline.org
Housing, tenant and landlord issues
Homeowner Options for Elders (HOME) 800-583-5337; www.elderhomeowners.org A comprehensive housing counsel ing service for older homeowners of limited income that looks for ways to tap into home equity
Leading Age
246 Walnut St., Suite 203, Newton 617-244-2999 www.leadingagema.org
Mass. Access: The Accessible Housing Registry
1 Beacon St., 5th Fl., Boston 617-742-0820 www.massaccesshousingregistry. org
Online resource assists those with disabilities find rental housing in
Massachusetts
Massachusetts Dept. of Housing and Community Development
100 Cambridge St., Suite 300, Boston; 617-573-1100 www.mass.gov/orgs/hous ing-and-community-development Public housing options and how to find more information in your area. Publishes “How to Obtain Housing Assistance in Massachusetts.
MassHousing 1 Beacon St., Boston 617-854-1000 www.masshousing.com Administers Mass Housing’s El derCHOICE program that provides financing for assisted-living rental housing with supportive services for frail elders; and the Elder 80/20 programs, which serve elders who
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Sherwood Village Apartments 143~145 Mill Street, Natick, MA Call at 508-651 1811 For Details • Heat and Hot Water Included • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance • Non-Smoking Community • Small Pets Welcome! • Bus Route / Ample Parking • Beautiful Landscaped Grounds with Gazebo, Walking Paths and Garden Plots • Physical Fitness Center Relax in Park-like setting Income Guidelines: $37,750 single / $43,150 couple Available occupancy to income eligible mature adults (62 years of age and older) or permanently disabled. Applicants must meet HUD annual low income guidelines. Qualified Applicants pay 30% adjusted gross income. Affordable Living at its Best
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Metro Housing Boston
1411 Tremont St., Boston 617-859-0400 800-272-0990 www.metrohousingboston.org
Provides loans to make access modifications to homes for individ uals with disabilities; offers rental voucher assistance to homeless, elderly, disabled, and low- and moderate-income residents of Boston and 29 surrounding com munities.
U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development
Thomas P. O’Neill Jr. Fed. Bldg.
10 Causeway St., 3rd Fl., Boston 617-994-8200 www.hud.gov/ states/massachusetts/offices
Enforces fair housing laws, conducts training, outreach, and compliance monitoring: and works with state and local agencies to administer fair housing programs
HOUSING, RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES
Bigelow Village P.O. Box 275, Rutland 508-886-6565 www.bigelowvillage.com
Binnall House 125 Connors St., Gardner 978-632-9650 www.schochet.com
Goddard Homestead 1199 Main St., Worcester
508-753-4890 www.goddardhomestead.org
HOUSING, SUBSIDIZED ELDERLY
Most Subsidized Elderly Housing is for people 62 years and older. Rent is 30 percent of income. Blackstone Housing Corp. 8 ½ Early Village Drive, Blackstone 508-883-9802
Colony Retirement Homes Inc. I & II 485 Grove St., Worcester 508-852-5285 www.colonyretirementhomes.com/ colony-1-2
Colony Retirement Homes Inc. III 101 Chadwick St., Worcester 508-755-0444
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Experienced local senior care for total peace of mind. PROVIDING: Bathing & Dressing Assistance • Grooming • Assistance with Walking • Medication Reminders • Errands • Shopping • Light Housekeeping • Meal Preparation • Friendly Companionship • Flexible Hourly Care • Respite Care for Families • Live-In Care 978.287.2002 VisitingAngels.com/Sudbury Each Visiting Angels agency is independently owned and operated. ®2022 Visiting Angels is a registered trademark of Living Assistance Services, Inc.
www.colonyretirementhomes.com/ colony-3
Colony Retirement Homes Inc. IV 123 Holden St., Worcester 508-853-2211
www.colonyretirementhomes.com/ colony-4
Colony Retirement Homes of Holden 68 Reservoir St., Holden 508-829-4300 www.colonyretirementhomes.com/ colony-holden
Congregational Retirement Homes 200 W. Foster St., Melrose 781-665-6334 www.peabodyproperties.com
Framingham Green 136 Maynard Road, Framingham 508-872-0500 www peabodyproperties.com
Green Hill Towers 27 Mount Vernon St., Worcester 508-755-6062
Illyrian Gardens 545 Salisbury St., Worcester 508-753-7217
Irving Square Apartments 75 Irving St., Framingham 508-875-4400 www.liveirvingsquare.com
Sherwood Village 143-145 Mill St., Natick 508-651-1811
INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES
Fifty Plus Advocate Newspaper 32 South St., Westborough
508-366-5500 www.fiftyplusadvocate.com
Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
1 Ashburton Place, 5th Floor, Boston; 617-727-7750 www.mass.gov/elders
The state secretary representing seniors. Provides resources and info for seniors and caregivers MassOptions (formerly 800-Age-Info Resource for Mass. Elders)
Toll free # 800-243-4636 (180 Languages Available) Online chat available at: www.MassOptions.org A referral service for local aging and disability services offered by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services
INSURANCE & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Eternal Health
31 St. James Ave., Suite 950 Boston; 413-652-4780 www.eternalhealth.com
Massachusetts Division of Medicare Advocacy Project 197 Friend St., Boston 800-323-3205; www.gbls.org Answers telephone queries and provides free advice and legal representation
MassHealth Enrollment Centers
Enrollment Centers are open for limited walk-in appointments. MassHealth encourages appli cants to use the new appointment scheduler (at www.mass.gov/ information-for-masshealth-appli cants) if they need assistance from a MassHealth Customer Service
Representative.
Mass Health Customer Service: 800-841-2900
MassHealth applications can be completed online at: www.ma healthconnector.org
MassHealth Enrollment Centers can help with applications, but they are not able to enroll applicants into a health plan.
Do not send an application to any of these enrollment centers. Please mail it to: Health Insurance Processing Center PO Box 4405 Taunton, MA 02780
MassHealth Enrollment Center Locations: Charlestown 529 Main Street Charlestown, MA 02129
Chelsea 45 Spruce Street Chelsea, MA 02150
Springfield 88 Industry Avenue, Suite D Springfield, MA 01104
Taunton 21 Spring Street, Suite 4 Taunton, MA 02780
Tewksbury 367 East Street Tewksbury, MA 01876
Quincy - MassHealth Central Office 100 Hancock Street, 6th floor Quincy, MA 02171
MassHealth is a state sponsored program that pays for nursing and other medical services for finan cially eligible individuals residing at home or in nursing facilities,
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rehabilitation hospitals and state hospitals. Eligibility is based on medical and financial criteria
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Boston College Legal Services LAB
885 Centre St., Newton Center Elder Intake: 617-552-0248 www.masslegalservices.org/pro grams/boston-college-legal-ser vices-lab
The Boston College Legal Services LAB office is a community law of fice staffed by students and faculty from BC Law School. Services are free for low-income residents of Waltham, Watertown and Newton.
Disability Law Center, Inc.
11 Beacon St., Suite 925, Boston 800-872-9992; www.dlc-ma.org Provides free legal assistance and
information to people with disabili ties throughout Massachusetts
Durbin and Veglia Attorneys at Law 2 Jackson Ct., Oxford 508-987-3981 www.durbinandveglia.com
Greater Boston Legal Services
197 Friend St., Boston 617-371-1234; www.gbls.org Provides free civil (non-criminal) legal assistance to low-income res idents in Boston and 31 additional cities and towns
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Framingham 508.872.6679 600 Worcester Road Lower Level #1 Framingham, MA 01702 Worcester 508.755.1391 490 Shrewsbury Street Worcester, MA 01604 Marlborough 508.481.0610 159 Union St, Ste 102 Marlborough, MA 01752 Inside Marlboro Hospital You Can’t Get a Perfect Fit Over the Counter Hearing aids are different from earbuds and headphones audiologyaffiliates.org Serving the community’s hearing needs for 37 years. They’re medical devices, so they should be fitted by a professional to ensure comfort and safety. These are just some of the benefits of custom-fit hearing technology. Having your technology fitted by a professional makes a world of difference. Schedule an appointment to meet our providers and test-drive the latest hearing devices.
Harvard Legal Aid Bureau
23 Everett St., Cambridge 617-495-4408
www.harvardlegalaid.org
Provides free legal services to low-income residents in Middlesex and Suffolk counties
Massachusetts Attorney General Elder Hotline
One Ashburton Place, Boston 888-243-5337 www.mass.gov/service-details/ the-attorney-generals-elder-hotline Provides information on such areas as guardianship, elder abuse, homestead protection and more
Massachusetts Bar Association
Lawyer referral service
20 West St., Boston 617-338-0500 www.massbar.org
Mass. Law Reform Institute
40 Court St. Suite 800, Boston 617-357-0700 www.mlri.org
Nonprofit legal services support center. Promotes social and economic justice through advocacy, education and legal action
MetroWest Legal Services 63 Fountain St., Suite 304, Framingham 508-620-1830, 800-696-1501 www.mwlegal.org
Provides free, civil legal representa tion to low-income residents of the Metrowest area
Mental Health Legal Advisors Committee
24 School St., Suite 804, Boston; 617-338-2345 800-342-9092 www.mass.gov/mhlac
Provides legal referrals, information and advice with regard to mental health issues
Pension Assistance Project
Gerontology Institute UMassBoston Wheatley Hall, 3rd Fl., Rm. 124A University of Massachusetts-Boston 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston 617-287-7307, 888.425.6067 www.umb.edu/pensionaction Offers counseling and assistance for citizens on their pension rights
Surprenant & Beneski, P.C. 35 Arnold St., New Bedford 508-994-5200 www.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com
MARKETING TO SENIORS & CAREGIVERS
Fifty Plus Advocate Newspaper 32 South St. Westborough 508-366-5500 www.fiftyplusadvocate.com
MEMORY CARE
SageLife Artisan-Hudson 253 Washington St., Hudson 978-420-4176 www.ArtisanatHudson.com
MENTAL HEALTH
MA Dept. of Mental Health Central Office: 25 Staniford St., Boston; 617-626-8000, 877-382-1609
Southeast area Office: 165 Quincy St., Brockton; 508-897-2000
Central MA Office: 361 Plantation Street, 1st Floor, Worcester; 774 420-3140
Metro Boston Office: 85 E. Newton St., Boston; 617-626-9200
Northeast Office: P.O. Box 387, Tewksbury; 978-863-5000 www.mass.gov/orgs/massachu setts-department-of-mental-health
Catholic Charities Family Counseling & Guidance Center 275 W. Broadway, South Boston www.ccab.org/counseling-services
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978-774-6820
Outreach offices are available in Lynn and Salem. Clinical services are also available in Catholic Charities Childcare sites in Lynn, Peabody, and South Boston.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Massachusetts 331 Montvale Ave., 2nd Fl., Woburn; 617-580-8541
General email: info@namimass.org Compass Helpline: 800-370-9085 or 617-704-6264 (available M-F, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) or email: compass@ namimass.org Visit NAMI online at: www.namimass.org
Provides information, support and referral services to individuals with various forms of mental illness and their families
NUTRITION
Heart to Home Meals
289 Elm St., Suite 102 Marlborough 508-658-3000 www.hearttohomemeals.com
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc. 67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester; 508-756-1545; www.eswa.org Serves Auburn, Barre, Boyl ston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrews bury, W. Boylston, Worcester
Massachusetts Elderly Nutrition Program Information
To find the closest agency, call (800) 243-4636. www.mass.gov/nutrition-program-for-seniors
Provides nutritious meals at home through meals on wheels and con gregate meal sites
Food Stamp Program (SNAP)
To contact Department of transition al Assistance (DTA) about SNAP, call the DTA Assistance Line at (877) 382-2363. www.mass.gov/snap-benefits-for merly-food-stamps
Project Bread Food Stamp Hotline (Hotline available in 180 languages, M-F 8am-7pm, Sat 10am-2pm) 800-645-8333 www.projectbread.org
If you or your family is facing hun ger right now, we want to help. Call our FoodSource Hotline above or visit http://www.projectbread.org/ get-help/ to find resources.
Farmers’ Market Program
www.mass.gov/farmers-mar ket-nutrition-program
Senior Nutrition Agencies distrib ute coupons to eligible seniors in
Goddard House provides gracious senior living in our studio, one, and two bedroom apartments in a historic home in Worcester. Residents of the Goddard House enjoy three chef prepared meals daily in our restaurant style dining room, trips to Mechanics Hall, restaurants, museums, and other locations, availability of staff 24-hours, and emergency call system in each apartment.
Homestead Hall provides personal care, medication management, and social programs in a residential homelike environment. All rooms are private with private en-suite half-baths. Set on over an acre of land in a secluded, private, residential setting in the heart of Worcester.
Please contact Tracey King at (508) 868-0967 for a private tour and information regarding options and pricing
Worcester, MA www.goddardhomestead.org
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Blackstone Housing corporation 81/2 Early Village Drive, Blackstone, MA 01504 508-883-9802 TDD 508-883-9802 This Institution Is An Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer Joseph D. Early Village seeking applicants For: • 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom affordable HUD subsidized apartments. • 62 of age or older, handicap/disabled, regardless of age. • Rent 30% of adjusted gross income. • Includes utilities. units Feature: • Wall-to-wall carpeting • Electric range and refrigerator • Heat and hot water included 1/4 pg. RG 2011-12 EarlyJoeVillage_RG_9.11 This Institution Is An Equal Opportunity Provider.
July. Call the agency in June for a distribution schedule. Find out if you’re eligible to receive coupons by clicking on the “Check Eligibility” link at the web address above.
Greater Boston Food Bank 70 S. Bay Ave, Boston 617-427-5200; www.gbfb.org The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) partners with 520+ hun ger-relief agencies, including food pantries, community meal programs and other food assistance providers throughout the nine counties and 190 towns and cities across Eastern Massachusetts.
Worcester County Food Bank
474 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury 508-842-3663; www.foodbank.org Food bank locator: www.foodbank. org/find-food/
PENSION PLAN ASSISTANCE
N. E. Pension Assistance Project, Gerontology Institute University of Massachusetts Boston Wheatley Hall, 3rd Floor, Room 124A 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston 888-425-6067 www.umb.edu/pensionaction
Help locating pension funds, explaining pension provisions and addressing pension eligibility issues. Free, confidential counsel ing and assistance. Provides list of specialized attorneys and financial advisors
PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSISTANCE
Pharmacy Outreach ProgramMass. College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
25 Foster St., Worcester Help Line (M-F, 8:30am - 5pm): 866-633-1617 www.mcphs.edu/patient-cen ters/ pharmacy-outreach-program
Provides information on various insurance programs and how to receive free, low-cost or discounted medications from various sources. Offers clinical information from licensed pharmacists, counseling on compliance issues and options for lower cost medications
Prescription Advantage 800-243-4636 www.prescriptionadvantagema.org
Prescription Advantage is a state-sponsored prescription drug program for seniors and people with disabilities. Prescription Advantage provides financial help to lower prescription drug costs. If you have Medicare or other prescription insurance, Prescription Advantage helps to fill gaps in coverage.
REHABILTATION HOSPITALS
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital (an affiliate of Encompass Health) 189 May St., Worcester 508-791-6351; Fairlawnrehab.org
REHABILITATION & SKILLED NURSING SERVICES
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital (an affiliate of Encompass Health) 189 May St. Worcester 508-791-6351; Fairlawnrehab.org
Notre Dame Health Care 555-559 Plantation St., Worcester 508-852-3011 www.notredamehealthcare.org
Visiting Angels Living Assistance
142 North Rd., Suite F130 Sudbury; 978-287-2002 www.visitingangels.com/sudbury/ home/
REST HOMES
Goddard Homestead 1199 Main Street, Worcester 508-753-4890 www.goddardhomestead.org
TRANSPORTATION
American Cancer Society of Massachusetts 800-227-2345 www.cancer.org
Provides transportation to and from treatment for people who have cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. Vol unteer drivers donate their time and the use of their cars so that patients can receive the life-saving treatments they need. To learn about volunteer opportunities in your area with the Road to Recovery program.
Gardner Athol Area Mental Health Association (GAAMHA) Transit 208 Coleman St.; Gardner 978632-0934 www.gaamha.com/ transportation
Serves Gardner, Fitchburg, Leomin ster, Athol, Orange, Winchendon, Ashburnham, Westminster, Templeton, Hubbardston, Lunenburg, Rutland and Barre. Door-to-door service for physically challenged elders
Gardner Community Action Committee 294 Pleasant St., Gardner 978-632-8700 gardner-cac.org/medical-transpor tation
Medical transportation throughout Northwest Worcester County
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MA.Gov
www.mass.gov/service-details/gethelp-finding-a-ride
A list of transportation services available across Massachusetts for seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, commuters, and others.
Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority (MVRTA)
85 Railroad Ave., Haverhill 978-469-6878 www.mvrta.com
Serves the northeast corner of Massachusetts with over 1 million miles of scheduled bus routes, and elderly and disabled transportation.
MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA)
15 Blandin Ave., Framingham 508-935-2222
Dial a Ride: 508-820-4650
TTY: 508-935-2242 www.mwrta. com
Serving: Ashland, Dover, Framing ham, Holliston, Hopedale, Hopkin ton, Hudson, Marlborough, Milford, Natick, Sherborn, Southborough, Sudbury, Wayland, Wellesley, Weston
Montachusett Regional Transit Authority (MRTA) 1427R Water St. Fitchburg 978-345-7711 800-922-5636
TTY: (800) 789-0577 www.mrta.us
Serving: Ashburnham, Ashby, Athol, Ayer, Barre, Bolton, Boxborough, Fitchburg, Gardner, Hardwick, Harvard, Hubbardston, Lancaster, Leominster, Littleton, Lunenburg, Royalston, Shirley, Sterling, Stow, Templeton,Westminster,Winchendon
SCM Elderbus 124 Southbridge Road, Charlton
800-321-0243 www.scmelderbus.org SCM Elderbus provides transportation services to eligible Massachusetts residents aged sixty and over, as well as residents with disabilities.
Serving: Barre, Brimfield, Brookfield, Charlton, Douglas, Dudley, E. Brookfield, Holland, New Braintree, N. Brookfield, Oakham, Oxford, Princeton, Rutland, Southbridge, Spencer, Sturbridge, Sutton, Wales, Warren, Webster, W. Brookfield
Springwell Volunteer Medical Escorts
307 Waverley Oaks Road, Ste. 205, Waltham 617-926-4100
TTY: 617-923-1562 www.springwell.com/service/med ical-escort
Provide seniors with an escort
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to medical appointments within Belmont, Brookline, Needham, Waltham, Watertown, Wellesley, Weston, surrounding towns and Boston hospitals. Medical Escorts wait during the appointment (up to 1.5 hours) and provide accompani ment home, providing transport and companionship. Medical Escorts can provide a ride and they can give minimal assistance getting into and out of a car and into the medical facility.
The RIDE, MBTA 800-533-6282 TTY: 617-222-5415 www.mbta.com/accessibility/theride/the-ride-paratransit-visitors Paratransit program that provides door-to-door transportation to those with physical, cognitive or mental disabilities. Services Boston and towns located in MetroWest, North Shore and South Shore
South Shore Courtesy Coach
55 Fogg Road S. Weymouth 781-340-4350
The Courtesy Shuttle provides transportation to patients who need a ride to an appointment at South Shore Hospital or to a program or service directly affiliated with South Shore Hospital. The Courtesy Coach does not deliver patients to physi cian offices.
Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) 60 Foster Street Worcester 508-791-WRTA (9782) www.therta.com Provides curb-to-curb service for individuals 60 and older: medical appointments, grocery shopping; ADA for handicapped individuals who cannot take public bus) Serves Central and North Worces
ter Country. Provides out of town medical transportation and escorts to visually challenged elders
Visiting Angels Living Assistance 142 North Rd., Suite F130 Sudbury; 978-287-2002 www.visitingangels.com/sudbury/ home/
VETERANS SERVICES
Boston Veterans Medical Center
150 S. Huntington Ave. Jamaica Plain; 617-232-9500 800-865-3384 www.boston.va.gov
Disabled American Veterans VA Regional Office
JFK Fed Bldg, Government Ctr. Boston (617) 303-5675 www.dav.org
Getting over a major medical crisis isn’t easy, but a trusted provider can help ease the burden. At our hospital, we create rehabilitation programs that are specifically designed for each patient’s needs, using advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize recovery. It’s why so many people and their caregivers choose us. And why we are the trusted choice of a growing number of medical professionals.
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Massachusetts Department of Veterans Services Executive Office for Administration and Finance
600 Washington St., 7th Floor, Boston
617-210-5480
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-veter ans-services
The mission of the Department of Veterans’ Services is to advocate on behalf of all the Commonwealth’s veterans and provide them with quality support services and to direct an emergency financial assistance program for those veterans and their dependents who are in need.
VA Boston Healthcare System
www.boston.va.gov
Main contact #: 800-698-2411
Brockton Division
940 Belmont Street
Brockton 508-583-4500; 800-865-3384 Jamaica Plain Division 150 S. Huntington Avenue, Boston 617-232-9500 800-865-3384
West Roxbury Division 1400 VFW Parkway West Roxbury 617-323-7700 800-865-3384
VA Boston Healthcare System’s consolidated facility consists of the Jamaica Plain campus, located in the heart of Boston’s Longwood Medical Community; the West Roxbury campus, located on the Dedham line; and the Brockton campus, located 20 miles south of Boston in the City of Brockton.
VA New England Healthcare System 1-844-VA-CARES (822-2737) www.newengland.va.gov/50plus
U.S. Veterans Administration Regional Office, JFK Federal Bldg. 15 New Sudbury St., Boston 800-827-1000 www.va.gov
Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255
Veterans, Inc. 69 Grove St., Worcester 508-552-1055; 800-482-2565 email: info@veteransinc.org www.veteransinc.org
Veterans Inc. is a national leader in ending homelessness in veterans. It is the largest provider of support services to veterans and their fami lies in New England. Veterans Inc.’s clinical case management approach addresses the “total veteran,” incorporating job training and employ ment services, health and wellness, and supportive services ranging from transportation to legal advice.
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EPHESIANS 5:1-2 Always Give Thanks 1 THESS. 5:16-19 Build Others Up 1 THESS. 5:11-15 Cast Your Cares on Him PSALM 55:22 Delight in God’s Word JER. 15:16 Expect Great Things EPH. 3:20 Forgive as You Have Been Forgiven COL. 3:12-14 The ABCs of Faith Thoughts come through us, not from us Give Cheerfully and Generously 2COR. 9:6-12 Humble Yourself 1 PETER 5:5-6 Increase Your Faith 2 PETER 1:5-10 Joy in the Journey PHIL. 4:11-13 Know His Love EPH. 3:16-19 Listen to Wise Counsel PROV. 11:14, 24:6 Make Peace With Others MATT. 5:22-24 Never Give Up GAL. 6:9-10 Overflow With Kindness EPH. 4:31-32 Pray Without Ceasing EPH. 4:31-32 Quiet Yourself PSALM 46:10 Renew Your Mind ROMANS 12:2 Seek To Do His Will MATT 7:17-27 Tell the Truth in Love EPH. 4:15-16 Use the Gifts God Has Given You ROMANS 12:4-8 Value Godliness 1 TIM. 4:7-9 Work Unto the Lord COL. 3:22-24 eXperience His Presence 1 PETER 1:8-9 Yield to Others PHIL. 2:3-8 Zealously Share the Reason For Your Hope 1 PETER 3:14-16
40 • Elder Care Resource Guide • 2022/2023 Five Reasons To Call Us... Colony Retirement Homes, inC. Not for Profit Corporation Our equal opportunity housing is subsidized through the Department of Housing and Urban Development. For more information call or stop by. • Attractive well lit landscaped grounds • Wall to wall carpeting • Private patio or balcony • Laundry facilities • All utilities included in rent except telephone and cable • Resident computer, with FREE access to the internet (classes also available) • Off season storage • 24 hour maintenance • “Home cooked” meals served daily • TV cable ready units • Green house / gardening • Art and crafts room • Small pets welcome • Attractive community rooms for residents and family functions • Library Colony RetiRement Homes i & ii 485 Grove Street • Worcester, MA • (508) 852-5285 Colony RetiRement Homes iii 101 Chadwick Street • Worcester, MA • (508) 755-0444 Colony RetiRement Homes iV 123 Holden Street • Worcester, MA • (508) 853-2211 Colony RetiRement Homes of Holden 68 Reservoir Street • Holden, MA • (508) 829-4300 AMENITIES INCLUDE (depending on location): Colony Retirement Homes offers Five Exciting Choices in Retirement Living. Come visit our studios, 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom units, you’ll be glad you did. ofservice!
