Posted on: February 23, 2021
The Westford Council on Aging applauds Hal Schreiber on being awarded a proclamation from the Honorable Senator Ed Kennedy and Honorable Representative Jim Arciero. The proclamation was awarded by Representative Arciero at the Cameron Senior Cent...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 17, 2021
Town of Westford and Lowell General Hospital Partner in Offering Scheduled Blocked Appointments Through COA Van
A partnership between the Town of Westford and Lowell General Hospital has been reached that will allow the Cameron Senior C...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 16, 2021
The mass vaccination site located at 1001 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, MA is now booking appointments for Covid-19 vaccination for Seniors 75 and older. The site is run in affiliation with Lowell General Hospital. You may schedule your appointment at the follo...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 16, 2021
The Friends of the Cameron Senior Center, a 501c Non-Profit group that supports the Cameron Center, now has a new webpage that is available at the following link:
And while you ...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 12, 2021
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has simplified the online vaccine registration process today with the addition of a new website which is as follows:
The new site allows you to search by zip-code, filter by s...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 11, 2021
Note: Due to liability issues we are not allowed to disclose the names of Seniors from our Center for this purpose. Companions are not eligible for vaccination at all vaccination sites, so check your vaccination site's guidelines.
Governor Baker h...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 8, 2021
Currently, the Westford Health Department is still waiting for vaccine. We are a registered and approved site, vaccine was requested, but none was allotted for this week. We will continue to request vaccine as we are fully prepared to open a clinic as soo...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 5, 2021
From the Bedford VA:
Fantastic news! Effective today, we now have enough COVID-19 vaccine on hand to offer it to enrolled Veterans **age 50 and older!**
We'll say it again - enrolled Veterans 50 and older can make their appointment for the COVID va...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 4, 2021
As of 3:00 PM, today, February 4, 2021, there appear to have been many appointments added at the Gillette Stadium Vaccination Site for the dates between February 7th and February 14th. You may sign up for those appointments at the following link:
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 4, 2021
Hello All,
If you are receiving this email it means you recently contacted the Cameron seeking information. We send out approx. 2 emails per week with new information as we learn it. Please find below a summary of the last few...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 3, 2021
Join District Attorney Marian Ryan, March 16th at 11:00 AM on a Zoom webinar discussing the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Senior population. More information is available at the following link:
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Those wishing to regi...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: February 1, 2021
The Mass.gov website has released the following helpful revisions to their Covid-19 vaccination website. First, you are now able to search for a vaccination site by zip code at the following link:
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 30, 2021
Great news today from Westford Health Director, Jeff Stephens! Vaccine will be ordered, and vaccination clinics will arrive in the Town of Westford in the weeks to come. Jeff announced this in an interview with Westford CAT’s Patty Stocker and y...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 28, 2021
The Cameron Senior Center is dedicated to keeping our community informed on the most up to date Covid-19 vaccine information that is available to us. Currently we have an email list that we release this information via. If you would like to have your emai...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 28, 2021
Monday, February 1st, begins Phase 2 of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' Covid-19 Vaccination roll out. The first priority in Phase 2 is for Seniors age 75 and older to be vaccinated. The Mass.Gov website has added a map of vaccination sites wi...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 21, 2021
Many people in the community have reached out to the Cameron Senior Center requesting information regarding the availability of the Covid-19 Vaccine for Seniors. Currently, there is no information to relay, nor is a vaccine clinic scheduled. The registrar...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 21, 2021
The Cameron Senior Center would like to extend its sincere gratitude to Eagle Scout Vamsi Vesta and Scout Troop 159 for the construction and generous donation of the pictured exterior cedar furniture. Vamsi has donated countless hours to the Cameron Cente...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 21, 2021
The RMV is extending Senior Hours at RMV Service Centers through March for customers age 75 and older. RMV Senior hours are offered on Wednesdays at 17 RMV Service Center locations by reservation only.
Beginning in February, the RMV will expand&a...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 20, 2021
Northeast Legal Aid, who offers free high quality civil legal services to low income and elderly people in Northeastern Massachusetts, has announced the opening of its new Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC). To learn more about their offerings and contact ...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 15, 2021
Senior Joyrides!
Are you tired of being home? Are you feeling lonely? Would you like to see friends AND socially distance?
We have the solution for you!
The Cameron senior center vans are able to drive clients to lunch, shopping, scenic rides, whatever your ...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 14, 2021
The Registry of Motor Vehicles will be offering Senior Only Wednesdays during the month of January for residents 75 years of age or older, in order to allow for safer in person license renewals. These Senior Only Wednesdays are only available at select RM...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 13, 2021
The Bedford Veterans Administration is rolling out Covid-19 vaccinations to U.S. Veterans who are 65 or older, and registered as part of the VA Healthcare system. Veterans who are under 65 but may feel the need to get vaccinated due to health issues may a...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: January 11, 2021
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has provided a resource guide regarding the plan to roll out the COVID-19 vaccine. The guide also contains a link to sign up for updates via email. You may visit the guide by clicking the following link:
Massachusetts COVI...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: December 24, 2020
The HHS Office of Inspector General, the FBI, the Department of Justice, and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have issued the following advisory to help you steer clear of vaccine scams:
Click here for advisory
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Council on Aging
Posted on: December 15, 2020
Just in case you are missing your workouts here at the Cameron Center, we have you covered! The Westford CAT has pre-recorded workouts that you may watch at your leisure. The links to them are on our Cameron Work Outs page located here:
https://westfordma....
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Council on Aging
Posted on: December 15, 2020
Eviction Diversion Initiative: Free Legal Services
Through the COVID-19 Eviction Legal Help Project (CELHP), there is a substantial expansion of free legal help for low-income tenants as well as low-income owner-occupants of 2-3 family properties...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: December 13, 2020
The Cameron Center needs your help. Since being temporarily closed to the public due to the Covid-19 pandemic we have tried to offer our programs remotely. In doing so we have found that some of our participants don't have the technology they nee...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: December 10, 2020
As of today, Thursday, December 10th, 2020, the Cameron Senior Center is once again closed to all members of the public due to the current pandemic. The staff of the Cameron Center remain dedicated to serving our Senior population, and are available via t...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: October 27, 2020
MassHire is running a Veterans Day Virtual Job Fair, Tuesday, November 10th, for both Veterans and the General Public alike. Job Seekers and Businesses with employment opportunities are encouraged to click the below link for more information.
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Council on Aging
Posted on: October 23, 2020
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and Community Teamwork Incorporated have both released informative brochures that contain links to resources available to residents who have found themselves in housing crises due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. These resources...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: September 28, 2020
The Council on Aging van service will be providing transportation to the polls Monday, October 19th thru Thursday, October 29th from 8:00AM -3:30PM for those who need transportation ages 55 plus. Also, any resident who is experiencing a...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: September 25, 2020
The Registry of Motor Vehicles will be offering Senior Only Wednesdays during the month of October for residents 75 years of age or older, in order to allow for safer in person license renewals. These Senior Only Wednesdays are only available at select RM...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: September 14, 2020
The Westford Rental Assistance Program (WRAP) is now accepting applications. For more information on this housing subsidy program for renters, please click the link below:
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Council on Aging
Posted on: September 3, 2020
AGING MASTERY PROGRAM RETURNS:
Every Monday & Wednesday October 5 through November 4, 12:00-2:00
The Aging Mastery Program® (AMP) is a national program that uses evidenced based materials, expert speakers, group dis...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: August 21, 2020
GIFT CARD PROGRAM – Starts This Fall!
Now you can purchase gift cards for popular stores, restaurants, gas stations and more right at the Cameron, through the Friends of Cameron’s Gift Card Program. Use the cards for everyday ...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: June 24, 2020
Alison Christopher, the social worker of the Cameron Center, worked with Westford Cable Access Television, and Dr. Rachel Movitz of Westford to create this roughly 40 minute video on helping people deal with the complex issues surrounding Covid-19. Please...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: June 12, 2020
Alzheimers Association also has a new resource: The Alzheimer’s Association MA/NH Chapter has developed resources to help those with Alzheimer’s and dementia and their caregivers navigate the challenges presented by the COVID-...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: June 12, 2020
Tune into Westford CAT on June 24th at 11AM. Alison Christopher, LICSW will be interviewing Rachel Movitz PsyD. Dr. Movitz is a Licensed Psychologist and Specialist in Geropsychology and Geriatric Neuropsychology, with a private practice in Westford. She ...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: June 3, 2020
Gaining Ground, a non-profit organic farm in Concord, Massachusetts is providing free organic produce to Westford residents who meet certain income requirements. For more information, please see the attached flyers. The first link is in English, and the s...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: May 26, 2020
SEB Housing is currently working with Hanover Westford Hills, MassHousing, and the Town of Westford to provide affordable housing rental units. Below is a link to a flyer for this affordable housing opportunity.
Information is also available on ...
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Council on Aging
Posted on: May 20, 2020
Emerson Hospital is offering a free webinar to help combat loneliness during these times of social distancing. It will be held Wednesday, June 10, 2020 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM. A link to their flyer which contains registration info is below.
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Council on Aging
Posted on: May 7, 2020
Westford Academy Principal Jim Antonelli delivers healthy vending machine snacks to the Cameron Center for upcoming Grab and Go lunches, food deliveries, and the Westford Food Pantry. Pictured are Jim Antonelli, John Wilson, and Katie Russell
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Council on Aging
Posted on: May 7, 2020
Spring Brook Farm excitedly donated perishable dinner bags to the Cameron Center. Al MacGilvrry, COA Van Driver, delivered the goods to Grateful residents of Westford Senior Housing, Veteran Housing, and other households. Pictured is Fran Mathewson and Ju...
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Council on Aging