Medway Council on Aging November Events
Lunch And A Movie
Join us for lunch and stay for a movie. We’ll supply the popcorn! Show time is at 1:00 PM.
“Guess Who is coming to Dinner” will be airing on Thursday, November 9th.
On Thursday, November 30th the film we’ll be showing is Planes Trains and Automobiles.
Veterans Lunch
The Friends of Elders and COA are calling all Medway resident Veterans to join us for a free lunch on Tuesday, November 14th at 12:00 PM. We want to thank all of you for your service. Please sign up by calling 508-533-3210 or visiting the Center (by November 7th) to let us know that you will be attending.
Historian Anthony Sammarco
November 15th 1:00 PM back by popular demand is Anthony Sammarco talking about Thanksgiving Traditions in Boston. This event is free but please sign up for planning purposes.
Sand For Seniors
The Medway Fire Department will donate a 5 lb. bucket of sand to any Medway Seniors home to treat icy stairs, sidewalks, or driveways. If interested, please contact Medway Center at 508-533-3210
Fuel Assistance
If you were approved for Fuel Assistance last year, you will be receiving a pre-printed application form in the Fall from SMOC (South Middlesex Opportunity Council) for the 2023-2024 heating season. To avoid delays in receiving your benefits, gather all your documents early and schedule an appointment with the Outreach department. We will review everything with you so you can submit your renewal application. New applicants begin November 1, 2023. Income guidelines for Fiscal Year 2023 are $45,392 for a one-person household and $59,359 for a 2 person household. Call the Outreach department for more information.
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs Of Everyone)
If you would like to make a change to your Medicare plan for 2024, you may do so during the annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period between October 15th and December 7th. If you need assistance with choosing a plan and/or to understand your current plan, call the Center to make an appointment with our SHINE counselor, Jean Roy. Appointments available in person or over the phone on Wednesdays between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm.
Outreach Department
Did you know that the Senior Center has two part-time Outreach workers? The Outreach Department can meet with seniors, families, or any individual. We can explain community programs and benefits, assist with applications for designated programs, aid in the search for services, and act as an advocate to support individuals in need.
Examples of what the department can help with include but are not limited to:
• SNAP (food stamps) applications
• Fuel assistance applications
• Referrals for Home Care Services
• Internet Discount
• Mass Health applications
If you need assistance, call the Center and ask for Kim Cookson or Marcia Lombardo in the Outreach Department.
Join us for lunch and stay for a movie. We’ll supply the popcorn! Show time is at 1:00 PM.
“Guess Who is coming to Dinner” will be airing on Thursday, November 9th.
On Thursday, November 30th the film we’ll be showing is Planes Trains and Automobiles.
Veterans Lunch
The Friends of Elders and COA are calling all Medway resident Veterans to join us for a free lunch on Tuesday, November 14th at 12:00 PM. We want to thank all of you for your service. Please sign up by calling 508-533-3210 or visiting the Center (by November 7th) to let us know that you will be attending.
Historian Anthony Sammarco
November 15th 1:00 PM back by popular demand is Anthony Sammarco talking about Thanksgiving Traditions in Boston. This event is free but please sign up for planning purposes.
Sand For Seniors
The Medway Fire Department will donate a 5 lb. bucket of sand to any Medway Seniors home to treat icy stairs, sidewalks, or driveways. If interested, please contact Medway Center at 508-533-3210
Fuel Assistance
If you were approved for Fuel Assistance last year, you will be receiving a pre-printed application form in the Fall from SMOC (South Middlesex Opportunity Council) for the 2023-2024 heating season. To avoid delays in receiving your benefits, gather all your documents early and schedule an appointment with the Outreach department. We will review everything with you so you can submit your renewal application. New applicants begin November 1, 2023. Income guidelines for Fiscal Year 2023 are $45,392 for a one-person household and $59,359 for a 2 person household. Call the Outreach department for more information.
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs Of Everyone)
If you would like to make a change to your Medicare plan for 2024, you may do so during the annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period between October 15th and December 7th. If you need assistance with choosing a plan and/or to understand your current plan, call the Center to make an appointment with our SHINE counselor, Jean Roy. Appointments available in person or over the phone on Wednesdays between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm.
Outreach Department
Did you know that the Senior Center has two part-time Outreach workers? The Outreach Department can meet with seniors, families, or any individual. We can explain community programs and benefits, assist with applications for designated programs, aid in the search for services, and act as an advocate to support individuals in need.
Examples of what the department can help with include but are not limited to:
• SNAP (food stamps) applications
• Fuel assistance applications
• Referrals for Home Care Services
• Internet Discount
• Mass Health applications
If you need assistance, call the Center and ask for Kim Cookson or Marcia Lombardo in the Outreach Department.
