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Council on Aging
The Mission of the Council on Aging is to advocate for and to develop programs and services that enhance the well-being and quality of life, and to create a welcoming, secure and inclusive community for seniors.
The Shrewsbury Council on Aging (SCOA) is a Town human service department that serves the needs and issues of Shrewsbury's seniors (60 and over), or families with senior issues. Our 7-member board meets monthly and work with the director to continuously evaluate and update programs and senior needs.
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September Is Preparedness Month
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FREE At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits
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Community Recycling Fundraiser - October 15, 2023
The Shrewsbury Rotary Club is sponsoring this event on Sunday, October 15, 2023 from Noon to 3:00 p.m. at the Shrewsbury Town Hall located on 100 Maple Avenue. Thank you to WIN Waste Innovations for their generous sponsorship of this event! Community Recycling Fundraiser Flyer
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Mosquito-borne Disease Prevention
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MassHealth and MassHire Information
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Public Health Topic of the Month: Flu - September 2023
Date of Record: 09-01-23 - The Central MA Regional Public Health Alliance (CMRPHA) is offering 4 ways to prepare for the Flu Season: 1) Get the Flu Vaccine; 2) Know the Symptoms; 3) Know your Risk; and 4) Take Preventative Action. Keep reading for more information
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MA Department of Public Health: Community Health Equity Survey
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Senior Center Happenings!
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Senior Center Kitchen Volunteers Needed!
About the Council on Aging:
Partner Agencies and Organizations
We work closely with:
- Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging, West Boylston (Our regional Area on Aging: AAA)
- Elder Services of Worcester, Inc. (Our regional Aging Service Access Point: ASAP)
- Executive Office of Elder Affairs, Boston (The Commonwealth of Massachusetts oversight office)
We also work closely with departments and agencies within town such as:
- Health Department
- Parks and Recreation
- Police Department
- Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services
- Shrewsbury Media Connection
SCOA receives funding by:
- Donations received through area business and individuals
- Donations received through the Friends organization
- Grants, the largest being an annual grant given by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs in Boston where a dollar amount is given per senior in town.
- Local tax dollars appropriated at the Annual Town Meeting
- Friends of the Shrewsbury Senior Center
Contact Us
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Hollie Lucht
Council on Aging Director
Phone: 508-841-8642
Casey Bogan
Council on Aging Assistant Director
Phone: 508-841-8758
Cynthia Willis
Transportation Coordinator
Phone: 508-841-8643
Renee D’Argento
Outreach Coordinator
Phone: 508-841-8647
Patricia Babin
Office Support
Phone: 508-841-8644
Donna Messier
Office Support
Phone: 508-841-8372
Council on Aging Department
Shrewsbury Senior Center
98 Maple Avenue
Shrewsbury, MA 01545Phone: 508-841-8640
Fax: 508-841-8641Hours:
Mon, Wed, Thurs 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tues 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Fri 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.