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Concord MA Council on Aging
| Concord Council on Aging Harvey Wheeler Senior Center 1276 Main St Concord, MA 01742 978-318-3020 |
Concord's COA hired a new director, Ginger Quarles, in the summer of 2011. The Concord COA is very active, sponsoring activities and events from its home in the Harvey Wheeler Senior Center. The YES Club for Young Energetic Seniors offers a range of activities in the community and out of town, and the Friendly Visitor Program helps to prevent isolation from seniors who find it difficult to get out of the house. At the center, there are a wide range of services (health services, tax prep assistance, heating fuel assistance, computer classes, etc) and interest groups. |
| Harvey Wheeler Senior Center Harvey Wheeler Senior Center 1276 Main St Concord, MA 01742 978-318-3020 |
Harvey Wheeler hosts many social and community service activities. The center was recently renovated and shares space with the Concord Children's Center. Health services like blood pressure clinics, social events like movies and meals, enrichment events like interest groups and lectures all take place here. |
| Senior Lunch Program 978-371-0036 |
Peter Buckley Terrace 115 Stow St. Concord, Massachusetts 01742 |
Concord Massachusetts Senior Services
| COA Van 978-318-3020 |
Concord's COA offers a van that operates Monday through Friday, except for holidays between 8:40 AM and 4.00 PM. It is best not to schedule late afternoon appointments, to avoid schedule problems. Within town limits, a $2 donation for a van ride is requested. A wheelchair accessible van is also available. |
| West Concord Pharmacy 1212 Main Street Concord, MA 01742 978-369-3100 |
West Concord Pharmacy is a full service independent pharmacy, and their weekday home delivery service reaches Concord, Lincoln, and Maynard. Free, handicap accessible parking is available. The product line includes prescription items as well as specialty items such as medical supplies, surgical stockings, and homeopathic items. |
| Concord MA Fire Dept 209 Walden Street Concord, MA 01742 978-318-3400 |
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| Concord MA Police Dept 219 Walden Street Concord,MA 01742 978-318-3400 |
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| Concord Journal Senior News 978-371-5742 | News & info for senior citizens in Concord, MA Understanding senior care options Concord Names Ginger Quarles as new COA director Concord Council on Aging Happenings |
Concord MA Health and Residential Facilities
| Emerson Hospital 133 Old Road to 9 Acre Corner Concord, MA 01742 978-369-1400 |
Concord, MA residents have been going to Emerson Hospital since it was founded in 1911. It is not named for Concord's most famous Emerson (Ralph Waldo), but for his nephew Charles. Emerson Hospital is affiliated with many of the best medical facilities in the country, including Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham & Women's Hospital, Lahey Clinic, Children's Hospital Boston, and Tufts Medical Center. Emerson has nearly 200 beds and over 300 activie physicians. |
| Cooperative Elder Services Concord Adult Day Program 7 Chamberlin Drive Concord, MA 01742 978-318-0046 |
On the campus with Emerson Hospital, CES provides an Adult Day Health and Alzheimer Day Care Services for seniors who require supervision and support during the day. Locations in Lexington, Arlington, Concord, and Burlington. |
| Carleton Willard At Home P.O.Box 936 Bedford, MA 01730 781-276-1910 |
Carleton-Willard At Home serves Bedford, Carlisle, Concord, Lexington, and Lincoln as a nonprofit membership service. CWAH provides help and support people need to stay in their homes. Plumbers, electricians, transportation and home care are among the wide range of services available to members. |
| Concord Park Assisted Living 68 Commonwealth Ave Concord, MA 01742 978-369-4728 |
Concord Park offers independent and assisted living, and is conveniently located adjacent to the train station in the heart of West Concord's shopping village. It is sponsored by the Volunteers of America and is managed by Senior Living Residences of Boston. |
| Newbury Court Assisted Living 80 Deaconess Road Concord, MA 01742 978-369-5155 |
Newbury Court offers a maintenance-free lifestyle for active residents, and many higher levels of care for those who require it. It is adjacent to Emerson Hospital and Rivercrest Rehab and Wellness Services for those who require higher levels of care. However, many younger residents maintain high levels of independence and take advantage of social outings to Boston and surrounding communities. |
| Rivercrest Nursing Home 80 Deaconess Road Concord, MA 01742 978-369-5151, x332 |
Rivercrest Rehab and Wellness Services sits on the campus with Emerson Hospital, Newbury Court, and Cooperative Elder Services, and is part of the Deaconess Abundant Life Communities. Rivercrest offers both long-term and short-term stays for residents who need regular skilled nursing and other clinical care services. |
| The Groves Independent Living The Groves in Lincoln Lincon, MA 01773 781-259-0800 |
The Groves offers independent living in Lincoln. It is a joint ventures between the Masonic Health System and Deaconess Abundant Life Communities that opened in 2010. Living spaces include both cottage-style homes and apartments for singles and couples, all maintenance free. The community is also served by Overlook Visiting Nurses Association, which has a full-service branch on the campus. |
MetroWest Boston MA Health Care and Senior Citizen Services
| Alzheimer's Assoc of MA and NH 617.868.6718 311 Arsenal Street Watertown, MA 02472 |
The Alzheimer's Association has a wealth of resources for families facing Alzheimer's disease - information, support groups, local medical resources, news, and events. They provide a great of funding for Alzheimer's research and sponsor many fund-raising events across the country. |
| Minuteman Senior Services 24 Third Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 781.272.7177 |
Minuteman Senior Services is an Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) serving Concord, Massachusetts and surrounding communities. ASAPs operate under a state contract to coordinate and deliver a wide range of services to senior citizens in their regions. |
| Meals on Wheels 888-222-6171 |
For seniors who live alone and cannot prepare food for themselves, Meals on Wheels can be a godsend. Friendly volunteers deliver meals and often can provide some social stimulation in an otherwise lonely day. Recipients must be at least 60 years old. Services can be for a short period, such as recovery from surgery, or for an indefinite period. Meals are federally subsidized under the Older Americans Act. |
| MBTA - "The Ride" 1-888-844-0355 |
THE RIDE serves 62 Massachusetts towns with service for registered customers. Vehicles have lifts to accommodate as many as possible for this invaluable paratransit service. |
| MA Assisted Living Facilities Association (MASS-ALFA) 135 Beaver Street Waltham, MA 02451 781.622.5999 |
The Massachusetts Assisted Living Facilities Association (Mass ALFA) is a not-for-profit association that provides information and advocacy for operators of assisted living facilities in Massachusetts. It is a good resource for finding a residence via their searchable database of Massachusetts facilities. |
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