The Council on Aging is responsible
for identifying the needs of and educating the community about issues of
people 60 and over, and providing or linking elders up with programs and
services that meet their needs. The Council on Aging department also maintains
the D. Forbes Will Senior Center, which is a focal point in the community.
Most programs and services are offered at the Senior Center, which is handicapped
accessible. The following are some of the programs provided:
| Information & Referral | Homestead Applications | Legal Assistance |
| Act as advocates for Seniors | Friendly Visitor Program | Housing Information |
| Hearing & Eye Screening | Blood Pressure Screening | Medical & other screenings |
| Reassurance Line | Life Line Info | Caregivers Support Group |
| Fuel Assistance | Health Care Proxy | Frozen Meal Program |
| Health Care Information | Health Care Guidance | Tax Assistance & Tax Program |
| Notary Public | Support to Seniors & Families | Screenings, Clinics & Education |
Outreach Worker: There is an Outreach Worker available to meet with seniors and their families at our office or at their homes. The Outreach Worker assesses the seniors situations and makes recommendations on services or programs that can enhance their quality of life.
Weekly and Daily Activities:
| Oil Painting | Bingo | Walking Group |
| Mahjong | Ceramics Class | Line Dancing Class |
| Arts & Crafts | T'ai Chi | Scrabble Group |
| Men's Club | Exercise Class | Bowling |
| Bridge Group | Knitting Group | Quilting Class |
Activities Throughout the Year:
| Annual May Party | Monthly Trips (TBA) | Annual Cookout |
| Health Screening | Educational Seminars | Theme Parties |
The Council on Aging provides transportation five days a week. We take seniors 60 and older and disabled individuals to: doctor appointments, food shopping, errands, food pantry, malls and other places as deemed necessary.
Meal Sites: There are two meal sites in Canton. One at the Senior Center and the other at Hagan Court. Lunch is served Monday-Friday at 12 noon. This service is provided by H.E.S.S.C.O. (our home care agency).
The Council on Aging also has a monthly newsletter that is mailed out to any senior that requests it. For more information about any of the programs/services available or to receive a monthly newsletter please call us at: 781-828-1323.
Other Sites on the World Wide Web dedicated to Seniors:
Yahoo!
Senior Guide
Senior
Citizens Information for Massachusetts
Canton
Organizations