You may begin by calling the Council on Aging office at 781-396-6010! Staff is available weekdays, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm to assist with questions about elder services and benefits, and can provide information and referrals to meet your needs. In addition, the monthly Our Place, Our Time newsletter provides timely information on local, state and federal benefits and programs.

The SHINE counselors at Mystic Valley Elder Services can provide the information you need to make an informed decision about health care coverage. Please call them at 781-324-7705 for assistance.

The Congregate Meal, which is served at the Medford Senior Center weekdays at 12:00 pm, is administered though our area agency on aging, Mystic Valley Elder Services, Inc. (MVES). Call our office the morning of the day before to sign up (781-396-6010). The monthly Our Place, Our Time newsletter lists the menu for the month.

If transportation is needed, rides to and from the Senior Center for the noon meal are available through Magan Transportation. Call them at 781-666-8626 to schedule, at least a few days in advance. For meals for the homebound, call Mystic Valley Elder Services, Inc. and ask about its Meals-On-Wheels program: 781-324-7705.

First, check the newsletter for information about sign-up dates. For all trips, please come by the Senior Center in-person to sign up. Signing up for activities and programs requiring a fee must be in-person as well. For questions about trips, programs and seminars, please call 781-396-6010.

Most instructors will allow you to attend one class without charge to help you decide if you would like to join. Please call the Center in advance to choose this option.

Once you’ve determined that your parent is willing to visit the Senior Center with you, come in for a tour! Staff will be happy to show you around, and explain some of the programs and activities offered, and make suggestions based upon his or her interests. You may also wish to sign the both of you up for lunch on the day you are coming. If there are personal issues that are keeping your parent from engaging in activities or spending time with others, call our social worker or director to discuss options at 781-396-6010.

The Council offers a number of volunteer opportunities, both on-site and in the community. Call 781-396-6010 for more information, and to make an appointment to discuss how your talents may benefit local mature adults.

Donations are accepted to help support Council programs and activities, as well as to assist individuals with some emergency needs. If you would like to make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to MSCI and send c/o Medford Senior Center, 101 Riverside Avenue, Medford, MA 02155. Your generosity is most appreciated!