Council on Aging - Senior Center

The Mendon Senior Center and Council on Aging serves Mendon residents 60 years of age or older, people with disablilities and care givers. The Council on Aging provides a wide range of services and programs.

All of our programs, activities, classes, and trips are detailed in our newsletter that is sent throughout the year to all Mendon senior residents, and is also available here on the town web site.

The Mendon Council on Aging meets the second Wednesday of the month at 9:00 a.m. at the Senior Center. All Mendon residents are welcome to attend this meeting. The COA appreciates new ideas and suggestions.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Mendon Council on Aging is to evaluate the needs of Mendon’s senior community and respond to those needs by developing, promoting and encouraging new and existing programs and services that allow for enrichment, independence, quality of life and the fostering of aging with grace and dignity.

Services Local area van service Referrals for home care services Care giver support Outreach Medical equipment loan Food Pantry SHINE Health Insurance counseling Medicare information Fuel Assistance applications Food Stamp applications Legal Assistance consultation

Programs Exercise and fitness classes Computer classes Health presentations Walking groups Bus trips Weekly luncheons Educational, recreational and social programs Arts and crafts programs

 

 

COA Staff / Board Members

Name	Position
Amy Wilson Kent	Director
Bob Carlson	Chairperson
Earl Pearlman	Vice-Chairperson
Ruth O'Grady	Secretary
Carol Kotros	Treasurer
Ann Vandersluis	Member
Ken O'Brien	Member
Jim Negri	Member