Council on Aging


Description

The purpose of the Council is to identify the needs of Wrentham residents age 60 and over and provide a variety of services and programs to meet those needs.   The Council consists of seven members appointed by the  Board of Selectmen. 

A wide range of activities and services are provided for you at the Senior Center.

OUTREACH -  Most Senior Citizens are to be complimented in that they manage their own affairs very well.  There are times, however, when help may be required to solve some of the problems of growing older or to obtain some of the services to which they are entitled.  Please call our Outreach Worker with any questions or concerns you may have.

REASSURANCE LINE - The C.O.A. has been operating a  Reassurance Line for many years.  This program eases the concern of friends and family who may find it difficult to maintain consistent, reliable contact.  It also gives the senior peace of mind to know someone is making sure they are all right, seven days a week.  Daily contact with seniors is accomplished by volunteers who call them every morning to check on them and make sure they are OK.

SENIOR CENTER LUNCH PROGRAM -  A noonday meal is available at the Senior Center Monday - Friday.  Sponsored by HESSCO Elder Services, the meals program provides good nutrition and an opportunity to socialize.  Home delivered meals are also available to those who qualify.

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES - The Senior Center has a bus and a van, both are handicapped accessible.  These vehicles are used to take seniors to the Senior Center, shopping, errands and Wrentham doctor and dentist appointments.  You must call the Senior Center in advance to make a reservation.  A medical or dental appointment requires at least a three-day advance notice.  For any transportation needs outside of our traveling area, we now have the GATRA dial-a-ride service.  Please call the Center for more information.

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER-  A bi-monthly newsletter is mailed to all Wrentham Seniors age 60 and over.  If you do not receive our newsletter and live in Wrentham, please call the Senior Center @ 508-384-5425 to have a newsletter sent to your home.




News

WHAT IS DIAL-A-RIDE?

Dial-A-Ride is a service provided by the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (Gatra) to seniors (60+) for trips to doctor's appointments, shopping, visiting or on any other personal business.  Trips can be scheduled from 14 days in advance, to 12 noon the day before.  To schedule a ride please call 1-800-698-7676.

 




Meetings
The Council of Aging Board meets the third Tuesday of every month at 3:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. The public is welcome.


Events
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Month of November 2011


Tuesday, Nov 1
Painting Class   9:30 am - 11:30 am
Line Dancing   1:00 pm - 2:30 pm



Forms and Documents


Information

ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES

Arts and Crafts
Blood Pressure Clinics
Elder Law Clinic
Ceramic Class
Choral Group - Song Birds
Day/Overnight Trips
Drop In/Social Center
Exercise Classes
Friendly Visitors
Fuel Assistance
Grocery Shopping/Errands
Information and Referrals
Legal Assistance
Line Dancing
Monthly Newsletter
Movies
Notary Public
Painting Class
Podiatrist
Programs of Interest
Support Groups
Tax Preparation Assistance
TRIAD




Frequently Asked Questions



Links and Resources



Contact Information

Senior Center Office

Janet Angelico, Director 

Fran Padula, Outreach Worker, Notary

Susan Myette, Administrative Assistant

Paul Busheme, Van Driver

Address:
400 Taunton Street
Wrentham, MA 02093
Hours:

Monday - Thursday, 8:30 to 3:30pm Friday, 8:30 to 2:00pm.  If door is locked in the afternoon, please use the doorbell.

Phone Number:

(508) 384-5425

Fax Number:

(508) 384-5447

Email:

jangelico@comcast.net


COA Board Members

Kendra Farling, Chair

James Palmer, Vice-Chair

Sarah Graves, Treasurer

Emily Todd, Secretary

Thomas Myette

Mary Gouthro

Nick Tobichuk