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Fletcher Tilton PC 370 Main St., 12th Floor, Worcester www.FletcherTilton.com508-459-8000
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Catholic Charities Worcester 10 Hammond St., Worcester www.ccworc.org508-798-0191
Boston Ctr. for Independent Living 60 Temple Place, Suite 5, Boston 617-338-6665; www.bostoncil.orgWorkstopromotethe civil rights of all people with disabilities and responds with programs and services
Three Vision Drive, Route 9 West, Natick www.SalmonHealth.com508-655-9767
advocacy and community service Age Strong Commission Boston
1 Beacon St., Suite 2301, Boston 866-448-3621; http:// sta Themassachusettstes.aarp.org/region/stateofficeofAARP, a national organization, providing local information,
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Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
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State’s nonprofit Network/Aging Service Access points allow individuals to live independently at home. They offer supportive social services, information and referral, case management, personal care, homemaking, transportation, chores, shopping, laundry, personal care, friendly visitors, congregate
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Massachusetts Senior Care Association
197 Friend St., Answers800-323-3205;Bostonwww.gbls.orgqueriesandprovides free
Massachusetts Senior Action Council
Greater Boston Legal Services
One Ashburton Place, 5th floor, fice-of-elder-affairswww.mass.gov/orgs/executive-of-Voice439-0183MassRelayOpenserviceTollhoursElder(800)TollOpen(800)MainBostonnumber: 617-727-7750,243-4636M-F9am-5pmFreeElderAbuseHotline: 922-2275AbuseHotlineisopen24aday,7daysaweek.FreeConnecttolocalelderagency: 800-243-4636M-F9am-5pmNumber: 711/(800)/(877)752-2388:/(800)439-2370:TTY/ASC11
advice and legal representation to clients.
Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative orgwww.mahealthyagingcollaborative.
Bristol Elder Services, Inc.
1 Father DeValles Blvd., Unit 8, Fall Areaswww.bristolelder.org508-675-2101Riverserved:Attleboro, Berkley, Dighton, Fall River, Freetown, Mansfield, N. Attleboro, Norton, Raynham, Rehoboth, Seekonk, Somerset,
Areaswww.esmv.orgserved:Amesbury, Andover, Billerica, Boxford, Chelmsford, Danvers, Dracut, Dunstable, Georgetown, Groveland, Haverhill, Lawrence, Lowell, Merrimack, Methuen, Newbury, Newburyport, N. Andover, Peabody, Rowley, Salem, Salisbury, Tewksbury, Tyngsborough, W. New bury, Westford
One Merchant St., Sharon 781-784-4944; Walpole,folk,Foxborough,Areaswww.hessco.org800-462-5221Served:Canton,Dedham,Medfield,Millis,Nor-Norwood,Plainville,Sharon,Westwood,Wrentham
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Baypath Elder Services, Inc.
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc. 67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester 508-756-1545; www.eswa.org
ETHOS 555 Amory St., Jamaica Plain 617-522-6700; www.ethocare.org Areas Served: Boston neighborhoods of Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, W. Rox bury, Hyde Park and Mattapan
Areas Served: Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, W. Boylston, Worcester
Areas served: Ashland, Dover, Fram ingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Hudson, Marlborough, Natick, Northborough, Sherborn, Southborough, Sudbury, Wayland, Westborough
33 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough 508-573-7200; www.baypath.org
Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts (formerly Montachusett)
680 Mechanic St., Leominster 978-537-7411, Winchendonpleton,Princeton,Lancaster,burg,Ayer,Areaswww.agingservicesma.org800-734-7312served:Ashburnham,Ashby,Berlin,Bolton,Clinton,Fitch-Gardner,Groton,Hubbardston,Leominster,Pepperell,Shirley,Sterling,Tem-Townsend,Westminster,
Areas served: Boston neighborhoods of Beacon Hill, Boston, Charlestown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, North End, South Boston, South Cove, West End
Swansea, Taunton, Westport
Boston Senior Home Care Lincoln Plaza, 89 South St., Suite 501, 617-451-6400;Boston www.bshcinfo.org
Coastline Elderly Services, Inc. 863 Belleville Ave., New Bedford Areaswww.coastlinenb.org508-999-6400;served:Acushnet, Bridgewater, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Gosnold, Marion, Mattapoisett, New Bedford, Rochester Bridgewater, Whitman Elder Services of Merrimack Valley, Inc. 280 Merrimack St., Suite 400, 800-892-0890;Lawrence 978-683-7747
Roxbury,Kenmore/Fenway,Brighton,hoodsAreaswww.centralboston.org617-277-7416;served:Bostonneighbor-ofAllston,BackBay,Boston,Fenway,JamaicaPlain,MissionHill,SouthEnd
Central Boston Elder Services
Central Mass. Agency on Aging, Inc.
HESSCO Elder Services
330 SW Cutoff, W. Boylston 508-852-5539; ster,Brookfield,Uxbridge,ton,Spencer,Shirley,Pepperell,bridge,NewMendon,Leominster,Hubbardston,ton,Franklin,las,Brookfield,Berlin,Auburn,Areaswww.seniorconnection.org800-244-3032served:Ashburnham,Ashby,Ayer,Barre,Bellingham,Blackstone,Bolton,Boylston,Charlton,Clinton,Doug-Dudley,E.Brookfield,Fitchburg,Gardner,Grafton,Gro-Hardwick,Holden,Hopedale,Lancaster,Leicester,Lunenburg,Medway,Milford,Millbury,Millville,Braintree,N.Brookfield,North-Oakham,Oxford,Paxton,Princeton,Rutland,Shrewsbury,Southbridge,Sterling,Sturbridge,Sut-Templeton,Townsend,Upton,Warren,Webster,W.W.Boylston,WestminWinchendon,Worcester
and home-delivered meals, home health, social day care, respite, protective services and crisis intervention.
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Greater Lynn Senior Services, Inc. 8 Silsbee St., Nahant,Areaswww.glss.net800-594-5164;Lynn781-599-0110Served:Lynn,Lynnfield,Saugus,Swampscott
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Somerville/Cambridge Elder Services, Inc. 61 Medford St., Somerville 617-628-2601; eldercare.org Areas Served: Cambridge, Somerville
Provideswww.massoptions.org800-243-4636MassHealth-eligible elders at imminent risk of nursing home placement with increased home care services such as personal care, home health assistance, transportation services
Durbin and Veglia Attorneys at Law 351 Main St., www508-987-3981Oxford.durbinandveglia.com
Areas served: Belmont, Brookline, Chestnut Hill, Needham, Newton, Waltham, Watertown, Wellesley, Weston
St. Mary Healthcare 39 Queen St., www.stmaryhc.com508-753-4791;Worcester
Old Colony Elderly Services, Inc. 144 Main St., Areaswww.ocesma.org508-584-1561BrocktonServed:Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, E. Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleborough, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, W. Bridgewater, Whitman
PACE - (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Mass. Health/Medicaid Customer Ser vice Center: massachusetts-pace-service-areaswww.mass.gov/service-details/800-841-2900
Fletcher Tilton PC 370 Main St., 12th Floor, Worcester www.FletcherTilton.com508-459-8000
Law Office of Polly Tatum Mediation Advantage 19 Cedar St., www.MediationAdvantage.com508-466-4734Worcester
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Tri-Valley, Inc. 10 Mill St., Warren,Sturbridge,bridge,Millville,Hopedale,las,stone,Areaswww.trivalleyinc.org508-949-6640;Dudley800-286-6640served:Bellingham,BlackBrookfield,Charlton,DougDudley,E.Brookfield,Franklin,Medway,Mendon,Milford,NorthBrookfield,NorthOxford,Southbridge,Spencer,Sutton,Upton,Uxbridge,Webster,W.Brookfield
Senior Care Options Program Mass. Health Customer Service Center 888-885-0484; gov/senior-care-options-scowww.mass.
Mystic Valley Elder Services, Inc. 300 Commercial St., Suite 19, 781-324-7705;Malden www.mves.org
Areas Served: Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, N. Reading, Reading, Stoneham and Wakefield
ATTORNEYS, ELDER LAW
Minuteman Home Care 26 Crosby Drive, Bedford 781-272-7177; 888-222-6171 www.minutemansenior.orgAreasServed:Acton,Arlington, Bed ford, Boxborough, Burlington, Carlisle, Concord, Harvard, Lexington, Lincoln, Littleton, Maynard, Stow, Wilmington, Winchester, Woburn
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101 Munson St., Suite 201, Falls,Shutesbury,alston,Petersham,Newverett,Gill,Colrain,Bernardston,Areaswww.lifepathma.orgCentralWestern800-922-2275ElderTollGreenfieldfree:800-732-4636AbuseHotline(24/7):MA:413-773-5555,MA:978-544-2259Served:Ashfield,Athol,Buckland,Charlemont,Conway,Deerfield,Erving,Greenfield,Hawley,Heath,Le-Leyden,Monroe,Montague,Salem,Northfield,Orange,Phillipston,Rowe,Roy-Shelburne,ShelburneFalls,Sunderland,TurnerWarwick,Wendell,Whately
Lifepath (formerly Franklin County Home Care)
Mass Options
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, www.springwell.com617-926-4100;Waltham
28 Franklin St., Worcester 508890-9000; www.baystatesavingsbank.com
www.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com508-994-5200
Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel
Trusted Like Family Homecare, Inc.
170 Plantation St., Worcester 508-754-0486;www.mercandantefuneral.com
Care Resolutions, Inc.
Surprenant & Beneski, P.C.
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266 Main St., Bldg. 1, Suite 9, www.careresolutions.com508-359-4675Medfield
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc.
Barre, Boylston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, W. Boylston, Worcester
1 and 2 Bedroom Waiting List
COMMUNITY SERVICES
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Bay State Savings Bank
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35 Arnold St., New Bedford
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.
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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, Northbridge, North Brookfield, Oakham, Oxford, Paxton, Pepperell, Princeton, Rutland, Shirley, Shrewsbury, Southbridge, Spencer, Sterling, Sturbridge, Sutton, Templeton, Townsend, Upton, Uxbridge, Warren, Webster, West Boylston, West Brookfield, Westminster, Winchendon, Worcester
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vicecaregiversAssistsombudsman-about-a-problemwww.mass.gov/how-to/talk-to-an-800-243-4636andcounselsseniorsandwithin-homecareser-problems,complaints
Areas served: Ashland, Dover, Framingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Hudson, Marlborough, Natick, Northborough, Sherborn, Southborough, Sudbury, Wayland, Westborough
Elder Services of Merrimack Valley Nursing home Ombudsman program
280 Merrimack St., Suite 400, 978-683-7747;Lawrence 800-892-0890 www.esmv.org
Regional offices: Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts 680 Mechanic St., Leominster 800-734-7312; 978-537-7411
330 Southwest Cutoff, Suite 203, 508-852-5539;Worcester
Berlin,Auburn,Areaswww.seniorconnection.org800-244-3032Served:Ashburnham,Ashby,Ayer,Barre,Bellingham,Blackstone,Bolton,Boyl
www.agingservicesma.orgServesAshburnham,Ashby, Ayer, Berlin, Bolton, Clinton, Fitchburg,
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Community Care Ombudsman/ Long-term Care Ombudsman Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
Gardner, Groton, Hubbardston, Lancaster, Leominster, Lunenburg, Pepperell, Princeton, Shirley, Sterling, Templeton, Townsend, Westminster, Winchendon
Central Mass. Agency on Aging, Inc.
Baypath Elder Services, Inc.
33 Boston Post Road, West 508-573-7200;Marlborough www.baypath.org
Minuteman Senior Services
COUNSELING SERVICES
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CREMATION SERVICES
Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home 48 School St., www508-943-6278Webster.shaw-majercik.com
Tri-Valley, Inc.
Areas served: Bellingham, Blackstone, Brookfield, Charlton, Douglas, Dudley, E. Brookfield, Franklin, Hopedale, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millville, Northbridge, N. Brookfield, Oxford, Southbridge, Spencer, Sturbridge, Sutton, Upton, Uxbridge, Warren, Webster, W. Brookfield
26 Crosby Drive, Bedford; 781-272-7177, Wilmington,Lincoln,lisle,ford,Areaswww.minutemansenior.com888-222-6171;served:Acton,Arlington,BedBoxborough,Burlington,Car-Concord,Harvard,Lexington,Littleton,Maynard,Stow,Winchester,Woburn
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc. 67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester 508-756-1545;
DISABILITY SERVICES, SUPPORT
Alzheimer’s Association 309 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham Help Line: 617-868-6718;800-272-3900www.alz.org/manh
Hays Funeral Home 56 Main St., home.com508-393-6591Northboroughwww.haysfunera-
Areaswww.eswa.orgserved:Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, W. Boylston, Worcester
Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel 170 Plantation St., Worcester www.mercandantefuneral.com508-754-0486;
Mystic Valley Elder Services, Inc. 300 Commercial St., Suite 19, 781-324-7705;Malden www.mves.org
10 Mill St., 6640508-949-6640,Dudley800-286-www.trivalleyinc.org
Areas served: Chelsea, Everett, Mal den, Medford, Melrose, N. Reading, Reading, Revere, Stoneham, Wakefield, Winthrop
322 8th Ave. 16th Fl., New York, NY Helpline:10001 866-232-8484 Text line: 646-586-5283 email: info@alzfdn.org web chat: www.alzfdn.org
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
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try. The AFA also provides a national memory screening program conducted 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, 800-227-2345;Framinghamwww.cancer.org
cal-offices/new-englandwww.diabetes.org/community/loAmerican Heart Association 300 5th Ave., #6, Waltham 781-373-4500; www.americanheart.org800-AHA-USA-1
300 5th Ave., #6, Waltham 781-373-4500; www.strokeassociation.org800-AHA-USA-1
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 caregivers a place to connect with one another from anywhere in the coun-
American Diabetes Association, New England P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 617-482-4580; 1-800-DIABETES (342-2383)
American Parkinson’s Disease Association
Arthritis Foundation 1355 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 600, Atlanta, GA www.arthritis.org800-283-780030309
72 E. Concord St., C3, Boston 617-638-8466; 800-651-8466 ty/massachusetts/www.apdaparkinson.org/communiAmerican Stroke Association
Elder Care Resource Guide • 2021/2022 • 15 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
Mass General Brigham –Newton/Wellesley Hospital Neurology Department
AARP Smart Driver™ Awww.aarp.org/drivedriversafetyprogram, safe driving tips and information about classes held statewide
Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists 866-672-9466; www.aded.net
Massachusetts Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Parkinson’s Foundation
Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
200 SE 1st St., Suite 800, Miami, FL
Emerson Hospital Concord
133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord Main #: cal-services/parkinsons-diseasewww.emersonhospital.org/clini-978-369-1400
Seven Hills Family Services 210 Lincoln St., Worcester www.sevenhills.org508-796-1866
330 Brookline Ave., Boston 617-667-0519; www.bidmc.org
600 Washington St., Boston 617-727-5550, 800-392-6450 www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/depart-ments/mcb/
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Dept. of Neurology 330 Brookline Ave., Boston www617-667-4074.bidmc.harvard.eduAdrivingfitnessevaluation program
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799 West Boylston St. Worcester; exclusivemation,broadcastingals,anvidualsMassachusettsAudiojournal.netinfo@audiojournal.org508-797-1117www.audio-Journal’smissioninCentralistoconnectindi-withavisualimpairment,orinabilitytoaccessprintmateri-totheircommunitiesthroughoflocalnews,infor-andentertainment,withprogramsandcontent.
For fact sheets on disabilities and driving and for a list of Driver Rehabilitation Specialists
Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Clinic
Sell Mom’s House www.sellmomshouse.com774-696-6124
Greater Milford Neurology
DOWNSIZING SERVICES
DriveWise®
Parkinson’s Disease Clinical Services
Milford Regional Hospital
70 Walnut St., Suite 301, Wellesley www.lls.org/massachusetts508-810-1300;
Wang Ambulatory Care Center
Massachusetts General Hospital
327 West St., www.milfordregional.org508-473-4323Milford
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Central Mass. Safety Council 186 W. Boylston St., W. Boylston www508-835-2333.centralmasafety.orgOffersone-hourdrivingevaluationsforseniors
2000 Washington St., Newton neurologywww.nwh.org/medical-services/617-928-1500
DRIVER SAFETY
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 600 Washington St., Boston 617-740-1600; TTY: and-hard-of-hearingsetts-commission-for-the-deaf-www.mass.gov/orgs/massachu-617-740-1700
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Mass. Association for the Blind Main Office: 200 Ivy St., Brookline; Centralwww617-738-5110.mabcommunity.orgMAOffice:799W. Boylston St., Worcester; 508-854-0700
www.southshorehealth.org781-624-8800;
Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders Center
HELPLINE: Parkinson’swww.parkinson.org(473-4636)800-4PD-INFOdiseasesupport and treatment locations:
15 Parkman St., 8th Fl., Boston; orders-clinicsons-disease-and-movement-dis-treatments-and-services/parkin-www.massgeneral.org/neurology/617-726-5532
Audio Journal Radio Reading Service
Multiple Sclerosis Society - MA Chapter
South Shore Hospital 55 Fogg Rd., S. Weymouth
101A First Ave., Suite 6, Waltham, ters/MAMwww.nationalmssociety.org/Chap-800-344-4867
Green Our communities offer professional management, 24-hour maintenance, on-site laundry facilities, community room and a wide range of resident events and activities. Visit our website at www.peabodyproperties.com or call 781-794-1000 for additional housing options. *Communities are for those 62 years+, handicap or disabled person 18 years+. Income limits apply. Rents and income limits based on HUD schedule and subject to change. Please inquire in advance for reasonable accommodations. Information contained herein subject to change without notice. 536 Granite Street, Braintree, MA 02184 781-794-1000 | www.peabodyproperties.com
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Elder Care Resource Guide • 2021/2022 • 17 Several stunning locationsall under one Management roof... • Onsite Resident • Conveniently Located • Beautifully Landscaped • Vibrant Social Community• Serene Countryside Setting• Independent Living• Efficiencies & 1BR Apartments*GroundsNear:• Downtown Melrose• Senior Center• Bus Stop • Commuter Rail Coordinator 200 West Foster Street, Melrose, MA 781-665-6334 crh1@peabodyproperties.com and Urban Development.funded by the Department of Housing Inc. is a private, non-profit organization The Congregational Retirement Homes, • Conveniently Located Near:• Wall to Wall Carpeting• Downtown Framingham• Private Park• Heat Included• 1BR & 2BR Apartments*• Commuter Rail• Bus Stop• Restaurants• Medical Centers 75 Irving Framingham,Street,MA 508-875-4400 irvingsquare@peabodyproperties.com • Onsite Resident Coordinator• Intercom & Emergency • Free Parking• Small Pets Welcome• Conveniently Located Near:• 7+ Acres of Landscaped • Heat & Hot Water Included• Studios & 1BR Apartments*Grounds and Gardens• Downtown• Restaurants• Churches• Medical CentersSignal System 136 Maynard Road Framingham, MA 508-872-0500 framingham@peabodyproperties.com RetirementCongregationalHomes
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Physical Address: 136 Blackstone Street, Haymarket Center, Boston, MA 02109 857-368-8020
231 Forest St., Babson Park 781-235-1200; www.Babson.edu
36 Cordage Park Circle, Suite #200, Plymouth, gramsing-education-and-graduate-pro-www.curry.edu/academics/continu-508-747-2424
tinnitus consults, lifestyle
Curry College
measures to test
Boston Office: 617-695-9990
device consults
Mailing Address: PO Box 55889, Attention: Medical Affairs, Boston, MA 02205-5889
safetygiversapplication,Disabledability-plates-and-placardswww.mass.gov/dis-(handicap)Placard/Plateinformationforcare-andeldersaboutelderdriver
aids. Hear Joy is an independent practice that works with multiple manufacturers (including bone anchored and Cochlear devices). 43 Main Street, South Grafton
Plymouth Campus
1010 Commonwealth Ave., 1st Floor, Boston, 617-358-1350 www. bu.edu/evergreen
2 Boylston St 3rd floor, Boston Lowell Office: 978-459-9031
131 Summer St., Bridgewater 508-531-1000; ccs/seniorcollegewww.bridgew.edu/
International Institute
www.hearjoyaudiology.com for on-line booking hearjoyaudiology.com
EMPLOYMENTEDUCATION/ TRAINING
Eastern Nazarene College
Babson College
In a friendly
500 Salisbury St., Worcester
508-798-0191; www.ccworc.org
Division of Continuing Education
10 Hammond St., Worcester
Independent Living Assisted MemoryLivingCare “Best Kept Secret on the South Shore!” Shop & Compare! Lower Costs! No Up-Front Fees! Affordable Lease ! Respite Stays! * Spacious Apartments * Fantastic Dining & Activities * Affordable Inclusive Rates * Long Time Committed Staff * Family Owned & Operated 160 Grove Street Braintree, MA 02184 Grove Manor Estates Tour Today! (781)-843-3700 www.GroveManorEstates.com Mary Ellen
1071 Blue Hill Ave., Milton, 617-333-2364
she serves patients of all ages. Services include: audiological diagnostic
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Registry of Motors Vehicles, Medical Affairs Branch for handicap plates
Free for seniors in Wellesley and Needham Boston EvergreenUniversityProgram
Bridgewater State University
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Milton Campus
15-17 Warren St., 2nd Fl., Lowell www.iine.org
testing for age 6
Assumption College
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Worcester Institute of Senior Education (WISE)
Catholic Charities
wwwEmail:508-767-7513wise@assumption.edu.assumption.edu
Rancourt, AuD, CCC-A Audiologist /Owner has over
23 E. Elm Ave., 617-745-3000;Quincywww.enc.edu
Voice: 774-293-1515 Fax: 774-293-1315
Mass. Board of Higher Education
UMass Lowell
Worcester State College
Income-eligiblewww.mass.edu
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
100 Institute Road, Worcester 508-831-5000; www.wpi.edu
Mass. Bay Community College
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1 Massasoit Boulevard Brockton; 508-588-9100 www.Massasoit. mass.edu
670 W. Boylston St., Worcester 508-853-2300; www.qcc.mass.edu
Worcester Institute for Senior Education (WISE)
seniors may attend any state, regional or community college without paying tuition
11 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston Educationalwww.roadscholar.org800-454-5768;travelfor
Massasoit Community College
280 Merrimack St., Suite 400, Lawrence
Assumption College, Worcester wildapricot.orgwww.assumptioncollegewise.508-767-7513
Continued from page 19 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-MajercikFuneralHome 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. CREMATIONDIRECT Complete $1675 GRAVESIDETRADITIONALSERVICEANDBURIAL Complete $3995Includes 20-gauge metal casket & Vault Does not include grave opening The providesFuneralShaw-MajercikHomeaffordablecremationandtraditionalfuneralservices. We are the largest cremation provider in Worcester County. Veteran Owned & Operated Preserving Memories with Dignity + Cemetary charges
Quinsigamond Community College
One Ashburton Place, Room 1401, Boston; 617-994-6950
One University Ave., Lowell 978-934-4000; www.uml.edu
Road Scholar
www.quincycollege.edu508-747-0400
older adults
50 Oakland St., Wellesley 781-239-3000; www.massbay.edu
SeniorNet Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc.
617-287-7300; ontologyinstitutewww.umb.edu/ger-
Audio Journal Radio Reading Service
Grove Manor Estates 160 Grove St., www.grovemanorestates.com781-843-3700Braintree
Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, W. Boylston, Worcester Family Services of Central MA 210 Lincoln St., Worcester home-care-serviceswww.sevenhills.org/programs/508-756-4696
340 Main St., Ste 400 Southbridge office: 508-765-6430
Care Resolutions, Inc.
Elder Abuse Hotline 800-922-2275
5 Optical Dr., Ste www.workforcecentralma.org200
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ELDER SERVICES
wwwinfo@audiojournal.org508-797-1117.audiojournal.netAudioJournal’smission in Central
Massachusetts is to connect individuals with a visual impairment, or an inability to access print materials, to their communities through broadcasting of local news, information, and entertainment, with exclusive programs and content.
Fletcher Tilton PC 370 Main St., 12th Floor, Worcester www.FletcherTilton.com508-459-8000
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Worcester office: 508-799-1600
Just How Well Prepared Are You? Josephine L. Veglia, Esq. Durbin & Veglia ATTORNEYS AT LAW ❖ Estate Planning ❖ Elder Law ❖ Long Term Care Planning ❖ MassHealth Applications ❖ Corporate & Business Planning ❖ Real Estate ❖ Powers of Attorney ❖ Guardian/Conservator Issues 351 Main Street, 1st Floor | Oxford, MA 01540 508-987-3981 | Fax www.durbinandveglia.com508-987-1317
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799 W. Boylston St., Worcester
266 Main St., Bldg. 1, Suite 9, Medfield www.careresolutions.com508-359-4675
Workforce Career Central
Hays Funeral Home 56 Main St., www.haysfunerahome.com508-393-6591;Northborough
ELDER ABUSE
67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester 508-756-1545; www.eswa.org Serves Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden,
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc.
American Diabetes Association 1-800-DIABETES advocacyProvideswww.diabetes.org(800-342-2383)research,informationand American AssociationHeart/Stroke
groups and resources
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300 5th Ave., Suite 6, Waltham 781-373-4500 www.americanheart.orgProvidesoutreach,support group info.
Central MA Agency on Aging, Inc. 330 SW Cutoff, Suite 201, 508-852-5539;Worcester www.seniorconnection.org800-244-3032
Phone (508) 754-0486 • (800) 854-0486 370 Plantation Street, Worcester www.mercadantefuneral.com Our chapel area is designed to serve the needs of every nationality and religion. Pre-need plans are designed for your security, benefit and financial well being. “Committed everyday to caring.” Celebrating over 50 years in business Blackstone Housing corporation 81/2 Early Village Drive, Blackstone, MA 01504 TDD508-883-9802508-883-9802 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 EarlyJoeVillage_RG_9.112011-12 This Institution Is An Equal Opportunity Provider.
80 Worcester St., Suite 7, N. Grafton www.trustedlikefamilyhomecare.com508-579-1890
American Cancer Society
Trusted Like Family Homecare, Inc.
Seven Hills Family Services
Offers800-227-2345www.cancer.orgdiscussion board, support
Boston Senior Home Care 89 South St., 5th Floor, Ste. 501, Boston, 617-451-6400, bosOfferstonseniorhomecare.infocaregiverssupport, counseling, information, respite, information and referral
The Arthritis Foundation 1355 Peachtree St. NE Suite 600 Atlanta, GA Messawww.arthritis.org800-283-780030309geboards,information and advocacy
210 Lincoln St., Worcester www.sevenhills.org508-796-1866
ESTATE PLANNING
FAMILY SUPPORTCAREGIVER
Surprenant & Beneski, P.C. 35 Arnold St. New Bedford www508-994-5200.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com
Catholic ArchdioceseCharities,ofBoston
275 W. Broadway, Boston 617-464-8500; www.ccab.org
Offers social service programs for Eastern MA seniors such as home visiting, adult day health, visiting nurse services and basic services such as food, fuel, utility, and rental assistance
Professional Caregiving for Independent Senior Living
today!•Companionship•RespiteCare•PersonalCare•LightHousekeeping•MealPreparation • Laundry • Shopping • Prescription Pickup • Transportation 210
FSCM Home Care is an affordable option to Assisted Living facilities and helps seniors create a safe, supportive SLC Suite of Services tailored to their needs. To learn more, contact Marnie Dow, Director of Home Care & Long Term Supports, at 508.756.4696 or mdow@fscm.org, Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 508.756.4696
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• fscm.org
Seniors are steadfast in their independence as 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) Home Care program supports “aging in place,” and eases the demands of independent living with the Senior Living Care (SLC) Suite of Services, which include:
HOME CARE
AARP issuestoOfferswww.aarp.org/retirementinformationandworksheetsassistwithfinancialplanning
Helps individuals to understand their pension plan, their rights under federal law and the benefits to which they are entitled. Services are free of charge to all New England residents
Fifty Plus Caregivers Provideswww.fiftypluscaregivers.comlistingsofcaregiving pro grams, services, information, educa tion and links to help family caregiv ers assist elderly loved ones. It also offers pertinent late breaking news
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
MANAGEMENTFINANCIAL
National Lawyers’PensionNetwork www888-420-6550.pensionrights.organo-costreferralservice that connects workers and retirees with attor neys who can help them understand and enforce their pension rights
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Empowerswww.massoptions.orgelders/caregiver-supportwww.mass.gov/eldersandcaregivers by providing information, education, support and services that enhance quality of life. It is administered by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, in coordination with the Area Agencies on Aging/Aging Services Access Points throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
101A First Ave., Waltham Offerswww.msnewengland.org800-344-4867;education,support and advocacy
Central One Federal Credit Union 714 Main St., www508-841-0688Shrewsbury.centralfcu.com
Massachusetts Dept. of Revenue 800-392-6089 www.mass.gov/dor
Offers the following programs: New England Pension Assistance Project 617-287-7307 888-425-6067
Bay State Savings Bank 28 Franklin St., Worcester www508-890-9000.baystatesavingsbank.com
Surprenant & Beneski, P.C. 35 Arnold St., New Bedford www.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com508-994-5200
Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc. 280 Merrimack St., Suite 400, Lawrence 800-892-0890 www.esmv.org
National SclerosisMultipleSociety
www.sevenhills.org508-796-1866
Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance 877-382-2363; eohhs/gov/departments/dta/www.mass.gov/
Seven Hills Family Services 210 Lincoln St., Worcester
Mass. Family Caregiver Support Program (transitioning to MassOptions) 800-243-4636
Serves caregivers in the Worcester area and surrounding communities
MED-Project 4096 Piedmont Ave., Unit 544, Oakland, www844-633-7765Calif.,.med-project.org
The Pension Action Center, UMass/Boston Gerontology Institute Wheatley Hall, 3rd Fl., Rm. 124A 100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston www.pensionaction.org/
St. Mary Healthcare 39 Queen St.; 508-753-4791 www.stmaryhc.com
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Serves Worcester, Auburn, Boylston, Brookfield, Charlton, Douglas, Dudley, E. Brookfield, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, N. Brookfield, Oakham, Oxford, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, Southbridge, Spencer, Sturbridge, Sutton, Warren, Webster, W. Boylston, W. Brookfield, Westborough
DURABLE POWER
71 Obery St., www508-747-7575Plymouth.sscac.orgServes:theSouthShore
Making Opportunity Council (MOC)
1509 Hancock St., 3rd Fl., Quincy
ADVANCED
Self-Help Community Action
Quincy Community Action
PROTECTION
South Shore Community Action Council
45 Pearl St., Ser508-588-0447Brocktonselfhelpinc.orgves:Abington,Attleboro,Avon,Bridgewater,Brockton,Canton,Dedham,EastBridgewater,Easton,Foxboro,Franklin,Hanson,Hol-brook,Mansfield,Middleboro,Needham,Norfolk,NorthAttle-boro,Norton,Norwood,Plainville,Randolph,Raynham,Rockland,Sharon,Stoughton,Walpole,WestBridgewater,Westwood,Whitman,Wrentham
Marlborough, Natick, Southborough, Wayland
Partners, Dan Surprenant & Michelle Beneski, are Certified Elder Law Attorneys by the National Elder Law Foundation. This makes our team uniquely qualified to help you prepare for life’s unknowns and provide you with peace of mind.
601 River St., CentralvicesProvides978-345-7040Fitchburgwww.mocinc.orgfullweatherizationser-forcitiesandtownsinNorthMass.
Estate planning may seem overwhelming and daunting, but it’s really a matter of getting your affairs in order. Of course, no two estate plans are alike. Some individuals may only require a will-based plan, while others may benefit from establishing trusts. The best way to plan for your future, protect your interests, and provide for your loved ones is to consult a qualified elder law & estate planning attorney.
(WILLS, OF AUTHORIZATIONS, DIRECTIVES)
100 Cambridge St., Suite 300, Boston EnergyAssistancetance,Assistance,Administerswww.mass.gov/dhcd617-573-1100;theWeatherizationHeatingEnergyAssis-RetrofitTaskWeatherizationandLow-IncomeHomeAssistanceprograms
PLANNING SPECIAL NEEDS PLANNING ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION GUARDIANSHIP / CONSERVATORSHIP MEDICAID PRE-PLANNING & CRISIS PLANNING 508-994-5200
SPECIAL
and Cape Cod communities
Worcester Community Action Council
ASSET & TAX PLANNING
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Partners, Dan Surprenant & Michelle Beneski, are Certified Elder Law Attorneys by the National Elder Law Foundation. This makes our team uniquely qualified to help you prepare for life’s unknowns and provide you with peace of mind.
484 Main St., 2nd Floor, Worcester 508-754-1176 www.wcac.net
FOUNDATIONAL DOCUMENTS (WILLS, DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEYS, HEALTHCARE PROXIES, HIPAA AUTHORIZATIONS, ADVANCED DIRECTIVES)
Southern OpportunityMiddlesexCouncil
ASSET PROTECTION & ESTATE TAX • www.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com
7 Bishop St., Framingham,Serves:508-872-4853Framinghamwww.smoc.orgAshland,Bellingham,Holliston,Hopkinton,
ESTATE
ASSISTANCEFUEL/ENERGY
Mass. Department of Housing & Community Development
FOUNDATIONAL DOCUMENTS
ATTORNEYS, HEALTHCARE PROXIES, HIPAA
Estate planning may seem overwhelming and daunting, but it’s really a matter of getting your affairs in order. Of course, no two estate plans are alike. Some individuals may only require a will-based plan, while others may benefit from establishing trusts. The best way to plan for your future, protect your interests, and provide for your loved ones is to consult a qualified elder law & estate planning attorney.
NEEDS PLANNING ESTATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION GUARDIANSHIP / CONSERVATORSHIP MEDICAID PRE-PLANNING & CRISIS PLANNING 508-994-5200 • www.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com
Serves: Braintree, Milton, Quincy, Weymouth
HEALTH EDUCATIONCARE& SUPPORT
www.reliantmedicalgroup.org508-852-0600
www978-343-4847;.ymcaofcm.org
Hays Funeral Home
VA New HealthcareEnglandSystem
YMCA Central Community Branch 766 Main St., www.ymcaofcm.org508-755-6101;Worcester
Family Services of Central MA 210 Lincoln St., Worcester home-care-serviceswww.sevenhills.org/programs/508-756-4696
Reliant Medical Group
45 Union St., www.maryannmorse.org508-433-4404Natick
45 Union St., short-term-rehab/outpatient,www.maryannmorse.org508-433-4438Natick physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and more
YMCA CommunityLeominsterBranch
YMCA CommunityMontachusettBranch 55 Wallace Avenue, Fitchburg
Mary Ann Morse Short-Term Rehabilitation
Hear Joy Audiology
YMCA FamilyTri-CommunityBranch 43 Everett St., www.ymcaofcm.org508-765-5466Southbridge
Family Services of Central MA 210 Lincoln St., Worcester
Reliant Medical Group
Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home 48 School St., www508-943-6278Webster.shaw-majercik.com
GERIATRIC MANAGERSCARE
post-operativeshort-term-rehab/inpatient,care,medical rehabilitation
Reliant Medical Group www.reliantmedicalgroup.org508-852-0600
43 Main St., S. Grafton www.hearjoyaudiology.com774-293-1515
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc. 67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester 508-756-1545; www.eswa.org
Hear Joy Audiology
43 Main St., S. Grafton www.hearjoyaudiology.com774-293-1515
YMCA Boroughs Family Branch
HEALTH ORGANIZATIONSMAINTENANCE
HEALTH CARE SERVICES
Mary Ann Morse Outpatient Rehabilitation
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HEARING AIDS/TESTING Audiology Affiliates
4 Valente Drive, Westborough www.ymcaofcm.org508-870-1320;
490 Shrewsbury St., Worcester 159508-755-1391UnionSt.,#102, Marlborough 600508-481-0610Worcester Rd., Framingham www.audiologyaffiliates.org508-872-6679
FUNERAL HOMES
www.reliantmedicalgroup.org508-852-0600
56 Main St., www.haysfunerahome.com508-393-6591Northborough;
Mercandante Funeral Home & Chapel
108 Adams St., Leominster www.ymcaofcm.org978-401-2290;
home-care-serviceswww.sevenhills.org/programs/508-756-4696
1-844-VA-CARES www.newengland.va.gov/50plus(822-2737)
YMCA Greendale Family Branch 75 Shore Drive, Worcester www.ymcaofcm.org508-852-6694;
HOME CARE Care Resolutions, Inc. 266 Main St., Bldg. 1, Suite 9, www.careresolutions.com508-359-4675Medfield
170 Plantation St., Worcester www508-754-0486.mercandantefuneral.com
Serves Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, W. Boylston, Worcester
Trusted Like Family Homecare, Inc.
HOME REPAIR SERVICES
Provides loans to finance eligible modifications including ramps, accessible bathrooms, grab bars, visual safety alarm systems
Massachusetts Rehabilitation
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Home Modification Loan Program
Elder Home Repair/Maintenance Pro. (CMHA)
Medicare-certifiedmaryannmorse.org/home-care508-433-4479homehealth and customized assistance with personal care, meals, household tasks
80 Worcester St., Suite 7, N. www.trustedlikefamilyhomecare.com508-579-1890Grafton
Heywood Hospital 250 Green St., #205, Gardner pedicswww.heywood.org/services/ortho-978-632-3420 centralfcu.com 800.527.1017
HOSPITALS
Notre Dame Health Care 555-559 Plantation St. Worcester 508-852-5505 damehealthcare.orgwww.notre-
600CommissionWashington St., Boston 617-204-3600; www.mass.gov
Count Elder Services
HOSPICE CARE
45 Union St., Natick, MA
Salmon VNA & Hospice Care 37 Birch St., www508-473-0862Milford.salmonhealth.com
601 River St., Provides978-345-7040;Fitchburg;www.mocinc.orgminorhomeadaptations to improve home safety RCAP Solutions, Inc. 191 May St. www800-488-1969Worcester;.rcapsolutions.orgProvideshousingrepairs and rehabilitation
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital (an affiliate of Encompass Health) 189 May St., Worcester 508-791-6351 Fairlawnrehab.org
Mary Ann Morse Home Care
Low-costwww.cmhaonline.org508-752-5519;emergency home repairs
6 Institute Road, Worcester
Equal Housing Lender. Federally Insured by NCUA. MyChoice Mortgage Refinance Disclosure: First position mortgage only. Property must be owner-occupied. Credit Union membership required. *Rate is higher for refi nancing existing Central One mortgages and equities. Rate listed includes 0.25% discount for Direct Deposit and Electronic Loan Payment when the payment is taken from a Central One account. Must have a 720 credit score or higher to qualify for published rate. Rate based on 7 year term. Other terms and rates available. **Appraisal is needed for any loan to value over 70% of assessed value, or any loan amount over $250,000, max loan to value is 80% of appraised value. If you live outside of Worcester County, additional Appraisal and Title Search Fees may apply. Rate RETIRE MORTGAGEWITHOUTDEBT Quick application and no fee to apply • Choose your maturity date up to 144 months • No closing costs** Serviced locally and never sold Inquire about our low risk, affordable in home ser vices in central Massachuset ts Homemaking, Personal Care, Meals On Wheels, Personal Emergency Response Systems, Alzheimer’s Care, Medication Dispensers, Caregiver Support, Medical Transportation, Information/Referral There’s no place like Home 508 756 1545 | irinfo@eswa org | w w w eswa org 67 Millbrook Street | Suite 100 | Worcester MA Caring since 1974 Safe at home, the new normal COVID19 protocols practiced by Direct Care Staff: use of PPE; social distancing; frequent hand washing/ sanitizing; no contact laundry, shopping and meals on wheels.
Making Opportunity
Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, Westborough 5 Lyman St., www508-836-4354Westborough.SalmonHealth.com
HOUSING, ASSISTED LIVING
Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, Natick
Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, Northborough 238 West Main St., Northborough 508-393-5655; www.SalmonHealth.com
Christopher Heights of Webster 338 Thompson Rd, Webster www.christopherheights.com508-949-0400
747 Water St., memoryIndependentedlivingmaryannmorse.org/heritageassist-508-665-5300Framinghamliving,assistedliving,care,mentalhealth
Notre Dame Health Care 555-559 Plantation St., Worcester 508-852-5800 www.notredamehealthcare.org SageLife Artisan-Hudson 253 Washington St., Hudson www978-763-7111;.ArtisanatHudson.com
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Christopher Heights of Worcester 20 Mary Scano Dr., Worcester www.christopherheights.com508-792-1456
Grove Manor Estates 160 Grove St., www.grovemanorestates.com781-843-3700Braintree
Three Vision Drive, Route 9 West, Natick; www.SalmonHealth.com508-655-5000
Whitney Place Assisted Living Residences, Northbridge
Christopher Heights of Marlborough 99 Pleasant St., Marlborough www.christopherheights.com508-281-8001
Senior Living
Mary Ann Morse at Heritage
Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, Sharon 675 South Main St., Sharon www781-784-0111.SalmonHealth.com
“Lighting the way…to a new beginning” Maple Avenue • Rutland, MA (½ mile from town center) Custom Homes Create and design your own home, each home is Energy Star built especially for you. Financing is available $180,000 to $200,000 This a land lease community so all of your money goes directly into your home, not the land. 508-886-6565 Call Bonnie Besse for more information Lewis St. off Maple St. State-of-the-art affordable retirement village in the center of Rutland Call for Appointmentan We accept most insurance plans including senior insurance, Fallon Navicare. No Insurance, no problem. Ask about our smiles saversBDS,Lavana,KarkhanisDr.BDS,LavanaDr.plan!NikhilDMDArchana-DMD318 Main Street, Suite 180 | Northborough 508-466-7211 A Reason to Smile LASER TECHNOLOGY EASY PAYMENT OPTIONS NEW PATIENT SPECIAL NEW PATIENT EXAM, BITEWING & X-RAYS ONLY $1* Call today for your free consultation~ * Must Purchase a regular cleaning at the same time.
85 Beaumont Drive, P.O. 940; Northbridge; www.SalmonHealth.com508-234-3434
Auburn Housing Authority
68 Windsor Ave., Acton www.actonhousing.net978-263-5339;
1 John J. Brady Drive, Framingham orgwww.framinghamhousingauthority.508-879-7562
10 Maxwell Drive, Grafton www.graftonhousing.com508-839-6089;
Holbrook Housing Authority
Braintree Housing Authority
9 Flagler Drive, Holden ing-authoritywww.holdenma.gov/holden-hous-508-829-9182
97 Mammoth Road, Dracut www.dracuthousingauthority.org978-957-3515
25 Roosevelt Road, Braintree braintreehousingauthority781-848-1484.org
Holliston Housing Authority 492 Washington St., Holliston 508-429-6266; housingauthority.orgwww.holliston-
Fitchburg Housing Authority
200 N. Oxford St., Auburn auburnmahousing.org508-832-3852
21 Morton Meadows; Athol atholorangehousing.com978-249-4848
Hingham Housing Authority 30 Thaxter St., www.hinghamha.com781-741-1417;Hingham
1 Holbrook Court, Holbrook www.holbrookhousing.com781-767-0024;
Holden Housing Authority
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.
HOUSING AUTHORITIES
Brockton Housing Authority
Concord Housing Authority
34 Everett St., www.concordha.org978-369-8435Concord
• Offering in-home care services to seniors and disabled adults in Worcester County • Employing only the finest caregivers • Locally owned and managedfully insured and bonded • Client satisfaction and service are our top priorities! Contact us today to see how we can help! 508-579-1890 www.info@trustedlikefamilyhomecare.comtrustedlikefamilyhomecare.com Are you or a loved one in need of top-quality home care services?
Athol Housing Authority
Dracut Housing Authority
Grafton Housing Authority
Cohasset Housing Authority
45 Goddard Road, Brockton brocktonhousingauthority.com508-588-6880
Please contact Tracey King at (508) 868-0967 for a private tour and information regarding options and pricing Worcester, www.goddardhomestead.orgMA
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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.
50 Day St., www.fitchburghousing.org978-342-5222Leominster
Acton Housing Authority
Framingham Housing Authority
60 Elm St., www.cohassethousingauthority.com781-383-1948Cohasset;
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Lowell Housing Authority
Leominster Housing Authority
630 Salem St., www.maldenhousing.org781-322-9460;Malden
Milton Housing Authority 65 Miller Ave., www.miltonhousingauthority.com617-698-2169Milton
Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development
Lexington Housing Authority
Hull Housing Authority
600 Mahan Circle, Medway www.medwayhousing.org508-533-2434
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Medford Housing Authority 121 Riverside Ave., Medford 781-396-7200;
www.medfordhousing.org
8 Brigham Circle, Hudson www.hudsonhousing.org978-562-9268;
Merrimac Housing Authority
Medway Housing Authority
Melrose Housing Authority 910 Main St., www.melroseha.com781-665-1622;Melrose
100 Main St., www.ncmhousing.org978-537-5300;Leominster
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Artful, modern and fun. At Artisan, our lifestyle is all about helping you live the life you want – and we connect you to it all. Create your own social schedule. Start a new club. Take an art class. Dine in our bistro or dining room – you decide.
15 Powder Mill Circle, Maynard; www978-897-8738.maynard-housing.com
350 Moody St., Lowell 978-364-5311; www.lhma.org
Hudson Housing Authority
Marlborough Housing Authority 240 Main St., www508-624-6908Marlborough.marlborough-ma.gov
Maynard Housing Authority
Mansfield Housing Authority
10 Church St., 781-581-8600;Lynnwww.lhand.org
One Countryside Village, Lexington 781-861-0900; www.lexingtonhousing.org
253 Washington Street Hudson, MA 01749 (978) www.ArtisanAtHudson.com420-4176
EMPOWERING YOU TO LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE
2 School St., www.merrimac01860.info/401978-388-2022Merrimacext.5
NOW OPEN! Retirement Living Assisted Living | Memory Care
6 Atlantic House Court, Hull 781-925-4544; www.hullha.org
22 Bicentennial Court, Mansfield www.mansfieldhousingauthority508-339-6890.com
Methuen Housing Authority 24 Mystic St., www.methuenhousing.org978-682-8607Methuen
Malden Housing Authority
Milford Housing Authority
28 Captain Robert Cooke Drive, Needham; www.needhamhousing.org781-444-3011
Norwood Housing Authority
Middleborough Housing Authority
Natick Housing Authority
26 Village Drive, Northborough www508-393-2408.northboroughhousing.com
8 Benton St., www.middleboroha.org508-947-3824;Middleborough
1 Morkeski Meadows., N. Andover www.northandoverha.com978-682-3932;
THE CHOICETRUSTED
45 Birmingham Court, Milford 508-473-9521; www.milfordhousing.org
Quincy Housing Authority
Oxford Housing Authority 23 Wheelock St., Oxford; www.oxfordhousingauthority.com508-987-5055
Millis Housing Authority 310 Exchange St., Millis www.millishousing.com508-376-8181;
N. Reading Housing Authority
Needham Housing Authority
Plymouth Housing Authority
130 Court St., 508-746-2105;Plymouthwww.plymha.org
Pembroke Housing Authority
80 Clay St., 617-847-4350;Quincywww.quincyha.com
N. Andover Housing Authority
40 William Shyne Circle, Norwood www.norwoodha.org781-762-8115;
Peabody Court, N. Reading www.northreadingha.org978-664-2982;
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Milton Housing Authority
82 Lincoln St., Newton Highlands www.newtonhousing.org617-552-5501;
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Kilcommons Drive, Pembroke ing-authoritywww.pembroke-ma.gov/hous-781-293-3088
65 Miller Ave., www.miltonhousingauthority.com617-698-2169Milton
Newton Housing Authority
fairlawnrehab.org ©2021:Encompass Health Corporation:MyTurn
Northborough Housing Authority
4 Cottage St., 508-653-2971;Natickwww.natickha.org
Taunton Housing Authority
Somerville Housing Authority
23 Frank D. Tanner Drive, Reading www.readinghousing.org781-944-6755;
30 Olney St., Suite B, Taunton www.tauntonhousing.com508-823-6308;
106 Main St., Wayland; 508-6556310 land-housing-authoritywww.wayland.ma.us/way-
Webster Housing Authority
4 Capen St., ton-housing-authoritywww.stoughton.org/stough-781-344-6599Stoughton;
Walpole Housing Authority
Wakefield Housing Authority
Southbridge Housing Authority
Reading Housing Authority
Tewksbury Housing Authority
109 Barton Road, Wellesley 781235-0223www.wellesley-housing.org
Watertown Housing Authority 55 Waverley Ave., Watertown www.watertownha.org617-923-3950;
Stoughton Housing Authority
10 Golden Heights, Webster www508-943-1634.websterhousingma.com
Helping Hands, Happy Hearts Call TODAY 508-359-4675 • www.CareResolutions.com CUSTOMIZED CARE Hourly • Live-in • Overnight • Weekend Family owned and operated for over 23 years! Specializing in the quality of care of your loved one. CARE Resolutions, Inc. Serving All of Eastern Massachusetts We Specialize In: • Independent Life Style: CNA, HHA, Companion • Dementia/Alzheimer care and consultation in your home or assisted living centers • Transportation • Family centered, relation focused • Offering hourly, live-in, overnights and more • Emergency fill-in service for caregivers • Auxiliary service in assisted living and nursing home environments • Pet Therapy “Best in Home Care” 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2021 by Senior Advisor Family owned and operated for over 23 years! Specializing in the quality care of your loved one. Serving All Of Eastern Massachusetts We Specialize In: • Independent Life Style: CNA, HHA, Companion • Dementia/Alzheimer care and consultation in your home or assisted living centers • Transportation • Family centered, relationship focused • Offering hourly, live-in, overnights and more • Emergency fill-in service for caregivers • Auxiliary service in assisted living and nursing home environments • Pet Therapy CUSTOMIZED CARE Hourly • Live-in Overnight • Weekend “Best in Home Care” 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2021 by Senior Advisor
380 Great Road, Stow; www.stow-ma.gov/housing-authority978-897-4534
Stow Housing Authority
Wellesley Housing Authority
8 Diamond Pond Terrace, Walpole le-housing-authoritywww.walpole-ma.gov/walpo-508-668-7878
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Shrewsbury Housing Authority
36 N. Quinsigamond Ave., Shrewsbury www.shrewsburyha.org508-757-0323
791 Country Way, Scituate www.scituateha.org781-545-3375;
60 Charlton St., Southbridge www.southbridgehousing.org508-765-5858;
Scituate Housing Authority
30 Memorial Road, Somerville 617-625-1152; www.sha-web.org
Saunders Circle, Tewksbury 978-851-7392 bury-ma.gov/housing-authoritywww.tewks-
26 Crescent St., Wakefield www781-245-7328.wakefieldhousing.org
Wayland Housing Authority
P.O. Box 275, www.bigelowvillage.com508-886-6565Rutland
253 Washington St., Hudson www.Artisana978-763-7111tHudson.com
Framingham Green 136 Maynard Road, Framingham www.peabodyproperties.com508-872-0500
Housing,www508-752-5519;.cmhaonline.orgtenantandlandlord issues
tolimitedingAwww.elderhomeowners.org800-583-5337;comprehensivehousingcounsel-serviceforolderhomeownersofincomethatlooksforwaystapintohomeequity
40 Belmont St., Worcester 508635-3000 www.worcesterha.org
2 Rogers Road, Westborough www.westboroughha.com508-366-1225
Olde Village Place, 29 E. Main St. W. Brookfield; 508-867-5891 www.wbrookfield.com
www.schochet.com978-632-9650
75 Irving St., www.equityapartments.com844-656-4361Framingham
Leading Age 246 Walnut St., Suite 203, Newton www617-244-2999.leadingagema.org
Blackstone Housing Corp. 8 ½ Early Village Drive Blackstone 508-883-9802
200 W. Foster St., Melrose www.peabodyproperties.com781-665-6334
Woburn Housing Authority
Binnall House
Bigelow Village
Camellia Gardens/Hawthorne Senior Living 16 Digital Way, Maynard mellia-gardens/independent-living/www.seniorlivinginstyle.com/ca-978-897-1528
Worcester Housing Authority
Massachusetts Dept. of Housing and Community Development
100 Cambridge St., Suite 300, Boston; ing-and-community-developmentwww.mass.gov/orgs/hous-617-573-1100
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Westborough Housing Authority
Winchester Housing Authority
Irving Square Apartments
P.O. Box 275, Rutland; www.bigelowvillage.com508-886-6565
SageLife Artisan-Hudson
The Willows at Westborough
HOUSING, INDEPENDENT LIVING
Bigelow Village
The Willows at Worcester 101 Barry Road, Worcester www508-755-0088.SalmonHealth.com
1 Beacon St., 5th Fl., Boston MassachusettsdisabilitiesOnlinewww.massaccesshousingregistry.org617-742-0820resourceassiststhosewithfindrentalhousingin
W. Boylston Housing Authority
Grove Manor Estates 160 Grove St., www.grovemanorestates.com781-843-3700Braintree
402 Essex St., www.weymouthhousing.org781-331-2323Weymouth
1 Lyman St., www508-366-4730Westborough.SalmonHealth.com
HOUSING INFORMATION & REFERRAL
Mass. Access: The Accessible Housing Registry
Homeowner Options for Elders (HOME)
59 Campbell St., Woburn www.woburnhousing.org781-935-0818;
125 Connors St., Gardner
Binnall House 125 Connors St., Gardner www.schochet.com978-632-9650
W. Brookfield Housing Authority
Central MA Housing Alliance 6 Institute Road, Worcester
13 Westley St., www.winchesterha.org781-721-5718;Winchester
87 Maple Ave., W. Boylston, 508ing-authoritywww.westboylston-ma.gov/hous-835-6060
Winchendon Housing Authority
Congregational Retirement Homes
Weymouth Housing Authority
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108 Ipswich Drive, Winchendon 978-297-2280 don-housing-authorityofwinchendon.com/winchen-www.town-
Colony Retirement Homes Inc. I & II 485 Grove St., www508-852-5285Worcester.colonyretirementhomes.com/colony-1-2 Colony Retirement Homes Inc. III 101 Chadwick St., Worcester www508-755-0444.colonyretirementhomes.com/colony-3
SageLife Artisan-Hudson 253 Washington St., Hudson; www978-763-7111;.ArtisanatHudson.com
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U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development
HOUSING, SUBSIDIZED ELDERLY
Binnall House 125 Connors St., Gardner www.schochet.com978-632-9650
Christopher Heights of Marlborough 99 Pleasant St. Marlborough www508-449-6301.christopherheights.com
Bigelow Village P.O. Box 275, www508-886-6565Rutland.bigelowvillage.com
Christopher Heights of Webster 338 Thompson Rd, Webster www.christopherheights.com508-949-0400
MassHousing
Christopher Heights of Worcester 20 Mary Scano Dr., Worcester www.christopherheights.com508-792-1456
Public housing options and how to find more information in your area. Publishes “How to Obtain Housing Assistance in Massachusetts.
Camellia Gardens/Hawthorne Senior Living 16 Digital Way, Maynard mellia-gardens/independent-living/www.seniorlivinginstyle.com/ca-978-897-1528
Colony Retirement Homes Inc. IV 123 Holden St., Worcester colony-4www508-853-2211.colonyretirementhomes.com/
Congregational Retirement Homes 200 W. Foster St., Melrose www781-665-6334.peabodyproperties.com
Green Hill Towers 27 Mount Vernon St., Worcester 508-755-6062
Goddard Homestead 1199 Main St., Worcester www508-753-4890.goddardhomestead.org
Colony Retirement Homes of Holden 68 Reservoir St., Holden www508-829-4300.colonyretirementhomes.com/colony-holden
Irving Square Apartments 75 Irving St., Framingham
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Blackstone Housing Corp. 8 ½ Early Village Drive, Blackstone 508-883-9802
HOUSING, COMMUNITIESRETIREMENT
1 Beacon St., Administerswww617-854-1000Boston.masshousing.comMassHousing’s ElderCHOICE 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 wish to live in independent rental apartments with on-site access to supportive service in developments financed through the Elder 80/20 program. Agency also publishes subsidized housing list.
Most Subsidized Elderly Housing is for people 62 years and older. Rent is 30 percent of income.
Metro Housing Boston 1411 Tremont St., Boston 617-859-0400 800-272-0990 munities.Bostonmoderate-incomeelderly,voucherualsmodificationsProvideswww.metrohousingboston.orgloanstomakeaccesstohomesforindivid-withdisabilities;offersrentalassistancetohomeless,disabled,andlow-andresidentsofand29surroundingcom-
Thomas P. O’Neill Jr. Fed. Bldg. 10 Causeway St., 3rd Fl., Boston 617-994-8200 administerwithcomplianceductsEnforcesstates/massachusetts/officeswww.hud.gov/fairhousinglaws,con-training,outreach,andmonitoring:andworksstateandlocalagenciestofairhousingprograms
Framingham Green 136 Maynard Road, Framingham www508-872-0500peabodyproperties.com
MassHealth Enrollment Center Locations:
Greater Boston Legal Services
143-145 Mill St., Natick 508-651-1811
INSURANCE & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
1 Ashburton Place, 5th Floor, Boston; 617-727-7750
Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
Toll free # 800-243-4636 (180 Languages Available)
MassHealth is a state sponsored
Charlestown 529 Main Street Charlesto wn, MA 02129
Taunton 21 Spring Street, Suite 4 Taunton, MA 02780
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Boston College Legal Services LAB 885 Centre St., Newton Center
Elder Intake: Waltham,freefromficeLAB officeThevices-labgrams/boston-college-legal-ser-www.masslegalservices.org/pro-617-552-0248BostonCollegeLegalServicesisacommunitylawof-staffedbystudentsandfacultyBCLawSchool.Servicesareforlow-incomeresidentsofWatertownandNewton.
Online chat available Awww.MassOptions.orgat:referralserviceforlocal aging and disability services offered by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services
Sherwood Village
Enrollment Centers are open for limited walk-in appointments. MassHealth encourages applicants to use the new appointment scheduler (at HealthPleasetheseDohealthnothelpMassHealthhealthconnector.orgcompletedMassHealth800-841-2900MassRepresentative.acants) ifinformation-for-masshealth-appli-www.mass.gov/theyneedassistancefromMassHealthCustomerServiceHealthCustomerService:applicationscanbeonlineat:www.ma-EnrollmentCenterscanwithapplications,buttheyareabletoenrollapplicantsintoaplan.notsendanapplicationtoanyofenrollmentcenters.mailitto:InsuranceProcessingCenterPO Box4405Taunton,MA02780
MassHealth Enrollment Centers
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Disability Law Center, Inc.
Provides free legal assistance and information to people with disabilities throughout Massachusetts Durbin and Veglia Attorneys at Law 351 Main St., www.durbinandveglia.com508-987-3982508-987-3981Oxford(fax)
www.liveirvingsquare.com508-875-4400
Tewksbury 367 East Street Tewksbur y, MA 01876
11 Beacon St., Suite 925, Boston 800-872-9992; www.dlc-ma.org
Massachusetts Division of Medicare Advocacy Project 197 Friend St., representationprovidesAnswers800-323-3205;Bostonwww.gbls.orgtelephonequeriesandfreeadviceandlegal
program that pays for nursing and other medical services for financially eligible individuals residing at home or in nursing facilities, rehabilitation hospitals and state hospitals. Eligibility is based on medical and financial criteria
INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES
88 Industr y Avenue, Suite D Springfield, MA 01104
forseniors.Thewww.mass.gov/eldersstatesecretaryrepresentingProvidesresourcesandinfoseniorsandcaregivers
MassOptions (formerly 800-Age-Info Resource for Mass. Elders)
Chelsea 45 Spruce Street Chelsea, MA Springfield02150
Harvard Legal Aid Bureau 23 Everett St., www617-495-4408Cambridge.harvardlegalaid.org
Quincy - MassHealth Central Office 100 Hancock Street, 6th floor Quincy, MA 02171
Fifty Plus Advocate Newspaper 32 South St., www508-366-5500Westborough.fiftyplusadvocate.com
197 Friend St., citiesidentslegalProvides617-371-1234;Bostonwww.gbls.orgfreecivil(non-criminal)assistancetolow-incomeres-inBostonand31additionalandtowns
20 West St., Boston 617-338-0500 www.massbar.org
Catholic Charities
250 Green St., #205, Gardner pedicswww.heywood.org/services/ortho-978-632-3420
Gerontology Institute UMassBoston
MENTAL HEALTH
MARKETING TO SENIORS & CAREGIVERS
Mass. Law Reform Institute
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Central MA Office: 361 Plantation Street, 1st Floor, Worcester; 774 420-3140
Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Centers, (Natick) Three Vision Drive, Route 9 West, Natick 508-651-9200 www.SalmonHealth.com
Nonprofit legal services support center. Promotes social and economic justice through advocacy, education and legal action
63 Fountain St., Suite 304, 508-620-1830,Framingham MetrowesttionProvideswww.mwlegal.org800-696-1501free,civillegalrepresenta-tolow-incomeresidentsofthearea
Mental Health Legal Advisors Committee
NURSING HOMES
Law Office of Polly Tatum Mediation Advantage
Provides legal referrals, information and advice with regard to mental health issues
One Ashburton Place, Boston
www.MyFamilyEstatePlanning.com508-994-5200
19 Cedar St., www.MediationAdvantage.com508-466-4734Worcester
University of Massachusetts-Boston 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston 617-287-7307, forOfferswww.umb.edu/pensionaction888.425.6067counselingandassistancecitizensontheirpensionrights
331 Montvale Ave., 2nd Fl., Woburn; General617-580-8541email: 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: Provideswww.namimass.orginformation, support and referral services to individuals with various forms of mental illness and their families
MetroWest Legal Services
24 School St., Suite 804, Boston; 617-338-2345 800-342-9092 www.mass.gov/mhlac
25 Staniford St., Boston; 617-626-8000, 877-382-1609
Southeast area Office: 165 Quincy St., Brockton; 508-897-2000
setts-department-of-mental-healthwww.mass.gov/orgs/massachu-
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Massachusetts
Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyer referral service
MA Dept. of Mental Health Central Office:
Family Counseling & Guidance Center 275 W. Broadway, South Peabody,CharitiesareLynnOutreach978-774-6820www.ccab.org/counseling-servicesBostonofficesareavailableinandSalem.ClinicalservicesalsoavailableinCatholicChildcaresitesinLynn,andSouthBoston.
Metro Boston Office: 85 E. Newton St., Boston; 978-863-5000P.O.Northeast617-626-9200Office:Box387,Tewksbury;
Most nursing homes offer longterm, short-term, and Alzheimer’s care as well as hospice services
Provides free legal services to low-income residents in Middlesex and Suffolk counties
35 Arnold St., New Bedford
32 South St. www508-366-5500Westborough.fiftyplusadvocate.com
Whea tley Hall, 3rd Fl., Rm. 124A
Massachusetts Attorney General Elder Hotline
Pension Assistance Project
40 Court St. Suite 800, Boston 617-357-0700 www.mlri.org
Surprenant & Beneski, P.C.
Fifty Plus Advocate Newspaper
Heywood Hospital
homesteadasProvidesder-hotlinetails/www.mass.gov/service-de-888-243-5337the-attorney-generals-el-informationonsuchareasguardianship,elderabuse,protectionandmore
Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Centers,Nursing(Worcester)
Mary Ann HealthcareMorseCenter
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Three Lyman St., Westborough www508-366-9933.SalmonHealth.com
NUTRITION
gregatethroughProvidesgram-for-seniorswww.mass.gov/nutrition-pro-nutritiousmealsathomemealsonwheelsandcon-mealsites
mellia-gardens/independent-living/www.seniorlivinginstyle.com/ca-978-897-1528
Senior Living
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Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Centers,Nursing(Northborough)
To contact Department of transition al Assistance (DTA) about SNAP, call the DTA Assistance Line a t (877) 382-2363.
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Serves Auburn, Barre, Boylston, Grafton, Hardwick, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, New Braintree, Oakham, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, W. Boylston, Worcester
85 Beaumont Drive, P.O. Box 940, Northbridge 508-234-9771 www. SalmonHealth.com
Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Centers,Nursing(Westborough)
378 Plantation St., Worcester
Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc.
238 West Main St., Northborough www508-393-2368.SalmonHealth.com
Massachusetts Elderly Nutrition Program Information
Camellia Gardens/Hawthorne
Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Centers,Nursing(Northbridge)
To find the closest agency, call (800) 243-4636.
45 Union St.,
508-651-9200; 508-755-7300; www.SalmonHealth.com
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tationmemoryLong-termmaryannmorse.org/long-term-care508-433-4400Natickskillednursingandcare,short-termrehabili-
67 Millbrook St., #100, Worcester; 508-756-1545; www.eswa.org
Food Stamp Program (SNAP)
Worcester County Food Bank 474 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury 508-842-3663; www.foodbank.org Food bank locator: www.foodbank. org/find-food/
you’redistributionJuly.uteSeniorket-nutrition-programwww.mass.gov/farmers-marNutritionAgenciesdistrib-couponstoeligibleseniorsinCalltheagencyinJuneforaschedule.Findoutifeligibletoreceivecoupons
Greater Boston Food Bank 70 S. Bay Ave, ern190throughoutandpantries,ger-relief(GBFB)The617-427-5200;Bostonwww.gbfb.orgGreaterBostonFoodBankpartnerswith520+hun-agencies,includingfoodcommunitymealprogramsotherfoodassistanceproviderstheninecountiesandtownsandcitiesacrossEast-Massachusetts.
Farmers’ Market Program
N. E. Pension Assistance Project, Gerontology Institute
PENSION ASSISTANCEPLAN
4096 Piedmont Ave., Unit 544, Oakland, California
PRESCRIPTION DRUG ASSISTANCE MED-Project
Continued from page 39 www.audiologyaffiliates.org • We’ve been in business for 34 years! • We offer most brands of hearing aids including Phonak, ReSound, Oticon, Signia, Widex, Starkey and more… and will find the most compatible one for you. New rechargeable hearing aids with batteries that last 3 to 5 years. • Direct streaming from either Apple or Android phones. • Phone apps that control hearing aids and some can even locate your hearing aids. 159 Union St, Ste 102 Marlborough, MA 01752 Inside Marlboro MARLBOROUGHHospital(508)481-0610 600 Worcester Road Lower Level #1 Framingham, MA (508)FRAMINGHAM01702872-6679490 Shrewsbury Street Worcester, MA (508)WORCESTER01604755-1391 If you are one of 48 Million People in the U.S. experiencing some degree of hearing loss, you owe it to yourself to make an appointment with Audiology Affiliates today! Ask us about We carry most insurances including Medicare and perform complete audiological evaluations, which are also covered by most insurances. “When you can’t hear, we listen.”
by clicking on the “Check Eligibility” link at the web address above.
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University of Massachusetts Boston Wheatley Hall, 3rd Floor, Room 124A 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston advisorsspecializedingissues.andexplainingHelpwww.umb.edu/pensionaction888-425-6067locatingpensionfunds,pensionprovisionsaddressingpensioneligibilityFree,confidentialcounsel-andassistance.Provideslistofattorneysandfinancial
Project Bread Food Stamp Hotline (Hotline available in 180 languages, M-F 8am-7pm, Sat 10am-2pm) Ifwww.projectbread.org800-645-8333youoryourfamilyis facing hunger right now, we want to help. Call our FoodSource Hotline above or visit get-help/http://www.projectbread.org/tofindresources.
Heywood Hospital 250 Green St., #205, Gardner 978-632-3420 www.heywood.org/
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital (an affiliate of Encompass Health) 189 May St., Worcester 508-791-6351; Fairlawnrehab.org
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.
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Mary Ann Morse Short-Term Rehabilitation
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
25 Foster St., Worcester Help Line (M-F, 8:30am - 5pm): 866-633-1617 www.mcphs.edu/pa tient-centers/ foronlicensedOffersmedicationsreceiveinsuranceProvidespharmacy-outreach-programinformationonvariousprogramsandhowtofree,low-costordiscountedfromvarioussources.clinicalinformationfrompharmacists,counselingcomplianceissuesandoptionslowercostmedications
HOSPITALSREHABILTATION
Mary Ann Morse Outpatient Rehabilitation
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
45 Union St., Natick
services/orthopedics
Pharmacy Outreach ProgramMass. College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
45 Union St., bilitationPost-operativehab/inpatientmaryannmorse.org/short-term-re-508-433-4404Natickcare,medicalreha-
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Prescription Advantage
Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital (an affiliate of Encompass Health) 189 May St. Worcester 508-791-6351 Fairlawnrehab.org
www.med-project.org844-633-7765
REHABILITATION & SKILLED SERVICESNURSING
state-sponsoredPrescriptionwww.prescriptionadvantagema.org800-243-4636Advantageisaprescriptiondrug
Sell Mom’s House www.sellmomshouse.com774-696-6124
Exceptional Care –For Families and Community. healthcare.orgnotredame 555-559 Plantation Street • Worcester, MA 01605 508-852-5800 Contact us to learn more about the mission-driven, not-for-profit difference at Notre Dame Health Care. For Family & Community Notre Dame Health Care Continued from page 41
apy,Physicalhab/outpatientmaryannmorse.org/short-term-re-508-433-4438therapy,occupationalther-speechtherapyandmore
St. Mary Healthcare 39 Queen St., 508-753-4791Worcesterwww.stmaryhc.com
REST HOMES
Notre Dame Health Care 555-559 Plantation St., Worcester www508-852-3011.notredamehealthcare.org
TRANSPORTATION
seniors,availableAhelp-finding-a-ridewww.mass.gov/service-details/get-listoftransportationservicesacrossMassachusettsforpeoplewithdisabilities,
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Central One Federal Credit Union 714 Main St., Shrewsbur y 508-841-0688 www.centralfcu.com
Gardner Community Action Committee 294 Pleasant St., Gardner NorthwestMedicaltationgardner978-632-8700-cac.org/medical-transpor-transportationthroughoutWorcesterCounty MA.Gov
Goddard Homestead 1199 Main Street, Worcester
American Cancer Society of Massachusetts
Provides transportation to and from treatment for people who have cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. Volunteer 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.
ServestransportationGardner, Fitchburg, Leominster, Athol, Orange, Winchendon, Ashburnham, Westminster, Tem pleton, Hubbardston, Lunenburg, Rutland and Barre. Door-to-door service for physically challenged elders
www508-753-4890.goddardhomestead.org
800-227-2345 www.cancer.org
Gardner Athol Area Mental Health Association (GAAMHA) Transit 208 Coleman St.; Gardner 978632-0934 www.gaamha.com/
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85 Railroad Ave., Haverhill 978-469-6878 www.mvrta.com
WestonSudbury,Natick,ton,ham,Serving:TTY:Dial508-935-2222aRide:508-820-4650508-935-2242www.mwrta.comAshland,Dover,Framing-Holliston,Hopedale,Hopkin-Hudson,Marlborough,Milford,Sherborn,Southborough,Wayland,Wellesley,
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MetroWest Regional Transit Authority (MWRTA)
Montachusett Regional Transit Authority (MRTA)
1427R Water St. Fitchburg
TTY800-922-5636978-345-7711:(800)789-0577www.mrta.us
Merrimack Valley Regional Transit Authority (MVRTA)
Serving: Ashburnham, Ashby, Athol, Ayer, Barre, Bolton, Boxborough, Fitchburg, Gardner, Hardwick, Harvard, Hubbardston, Lancaster, Leomin ster, Littleton, Lunenburg, Royalston, Shirley, Sterling, Stow, Templeton, Westminster, Winchendon
veterans, commuters, and others.
Serves the northeast corner of Massachusetts with over 1 million miles of scheduled bus routes, and elderly and disabled transportation.
SAFE AND FREE DISPOSAL OF UNWANTED MEDICINES
15 Blandin Ave., Framingham
transportation services to eligible Massachusetts residents aged sixty and over, as well as residents with disabiliServing:ties.
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124 Southbridge Road, Charlton www800-321-0243.scmelderbus.orgSCMElderbusprovides
South Shore Courtesy Coach 55 Fogg Road S. Weymouth The781-340-4350CourtesyShuttle 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 physician offices.
Proudly Caring for the Worcester Community and Your Family for 20 Years! Short or long stay or the very best in memory forindividualizedandcarealovedone. 39 Queen Street, Worcester, MA 01610 508-753-4791 | www.stmaryhc.com Health Care Center A Member of Covenant Health Faith based St. Mary’s offers exceptional skilled nursing care, therapy and respite services all while enhancing the overall well being of those we serve. Want to learn more? Email Cori Desrosiers at cdesrosiers@covh.org or call 508.753.4791. Nothing’s More Important Than Your Loved One’s Care Continued
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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
with physical, cognitive or mental disabilities. Services Boston and towns located in MetroWest, North Shore and South Shore
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Springwell Volunteer Medical Escorts
307 Waverley Oaks Road, Ste. 205, 617-926-4100Waltham
TTY: medicalintogivecancompanionship.ment1.5waitBostonWeston,Waltham,Belmont,toProvideical-escortwww.springwell.com/service/med-617-923-1562seniorswithanescortmedicalappointmentswithinBrookline,Needham,Watertown,Wellesley,surroundingtownsandhospitals.MedicalEscortsduringtheappointment(uptohours)andprovideaccompani-home,providingtransportandMedicalEscortsprovidearideandtheycanminimalassistancegettingandoutofacarandintothefacility.
The RIDE, MBTA 800-533-6282 TTY: ride/the-ride-parawww.mbta.com/accessibility/the-617-222-5415transit-visitorsParatransitprogramthatprovidesdoor-to-doortransportationtothose
Worcester Regional Transit Authority (WRTA) 60 Foster 508-791-WRTAWorcesterStreet www.therta.com(9782)
Elder Care Resource Guide • 2021/2022 • 45 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!
program for those veterans and their dependents who are in need.
Disabled American Veterans VA Regional Office
Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255
Massachusetts Department of Veterans Services Executive Office for Administration and Finance
VA Boston Healthcare System Mainwww.boston.va.govcontact#:800-698-2411
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.
600 Washington St., 7th Floor, anqualityveteransbehalfVeterans’Theans-servicessachusetts-department-of-veter-https://www.mass.gov/orgs/mas-617-210-5480BostonmissionoftheDepartmentofServicesistoadvocateonofalltheCommonwealth’sandprovidethemwithsupportservicesandtodirectemergencyfinancialassistance
1-844-VA-CARES www.newengland.va.gov/50plus(822-2737)
JFK Fed Bldg, Government Ctr. Boston (617) 303-5675 www.dav.org
Provides curb-to-curb service for individuals 60 and older: medical appointments, grocery shopping; ADA for handicapped individuals who cannot take public bus)
VETERANS SERVICES
ending homelessness in veterans. It is the largest provider of support services to veterans and their families in New England. Veterans Inc.’s clinical case management approach addresses the “total veteran,” incorporating job training and employment services, health and wellness, and supportive services ranging from transportation to legal advice.
U.S. Veterans Administration Regional Office, JFK Federal Bldg. 15 New Sudbury St., Boston 800-827-1000 www.va.gov
Boston Veterans Medical Center 150 S. Huntington Ave. Jamaica Plain; www800-865-3384617-232-9500.boston.va.gov
Veterans, Inc. 69 Grove St., Veteranswww.veteransinc.orgemail:508-552-1055;Worcester800-482-2565info@veteransinc.orgInc.isanationalleader in
99 Pleasant St., Marlborough www508-449-6301.christopherheights.com
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Brockton Division 940 Belmont Street 508-583-4500;Brockton 800-865-3384
Serves Central and North Worcester Country. Provides out of town medical transportation and escorts to visually challenged elders
West Roxbury Division 1400 VFW Parkway West 617-323-7700Roxbury 800-865-3384
Christopher Heights of Marlborough
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Jamaica Plain Division 150 S. Huntington Avenue, Boston 617-232-9500 800-865-3384
VA New HealthcareEnglandSystem
Targeting affluent mature consumers and caregivers sinceMassachusettsthroughout1975Thelongestcontinuously running mature market publication in the United States For advertising information call 508.366.5500 www.fiftyplusadvocate.com fifty plus advocate
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