Senior Center Happenings, April 2008

Senior Center Happenings, May 2008

Minor Home Repair Program

Questions About the Callahan Center

• Where is the Center located?

• What are the hours of operation?

• Can anyone join?

• Are there any fees involved in joining the Center?

• What kind of programs or services do you offer?

• Do you have Computer classes? What is the schedule for classes? Do you charge for these classes? How does one sign up for these classes?"

• Who can assist seniors with Benefit Counseling? Can anyone at the Center fill out a Food Stamp Application?

• What is the schedule of the Blood Pressure Clinic?

• When does the Podiatrist come to the Center?

• Do you have trips? Do you have overnight, weekend or daily trips?

• How do I get a subscription to the Courier?

• Do you have transportation?

• Do you have support groups?

• Who can assist seniors with health insurance decisions?
  
  

These are the primary questions that are asked of the receptionist at the Callahan Senior Center.

Where is the Center located?

The Callahan Center is located at 535 Union Avenue. Phone number 508-532-5980, fax number 508-620-4890.

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8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. There are limited evening programs.

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Any person 59+ can join.

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There are no fees to join the Center.

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The Center offers numerous programs and services. This includes; exercise programs, educational programs, recreational programs as well as trips, health seminars, volunteer opportunities, financial planning seminars, social service, information & referrals.

Consumers want to know if we have anyone on staff that can counsel them relative to finances, housing, mental health issues, health insurance, legal problems, medical needs, and abuse or neglect issues.

Usually this information is compiled for a parent, a neighbor or for an individual. In some instances, this request comes from an area business. (Local merchants have contacted us regarding their concerns for an older resident.)

The Center has trained staff in the Social Service/Outreach Department who can assist you with these issues.

Property Tax Program

Please call 508-532-5980 for an appointment.  You must work 74.4 hours between September and June.  Bring your property tax bill, your income tax or proof of income (income under $40,000).  Must have driver's license or valid ID.  See Janice and fill out an application; there are 25 openings for $500 tax credit.

Minor Home Repair Program

Call Janice at 508-532-5980 for an appointment if you need bathroom bars, railings or other safety related repairs to your home.  You must be a homeowner 60 years of age or older to receive 8 hours of free labor; you must pay for equipment.

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The computer room is open Monday to Thursday. Classes are taught several times a year.

Please call the Callahan Computer Center directly for the times and dates of classes at 532-5983. We do not charge for classes.

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Yes, we have a Social Service/Outreach Department that will assist you with these concerns.

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Blood pressure is taken on Wednesdays from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm. On the first Tuesday of the month is the Center’s Cardiovascular Clinic. There is no charge for these services.

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The Podiatrist comes to the Center the second Thursday of the month. Please call the receptionist for an appointment.  The cost is $20.00.

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We have numerous trips, daily, overnight and extensive week long trips. All the information about the trips is located in the reception area of the Center. The trip schedule is also published in the Courier, the monthly newsletter of the Center.

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You can come into the Center to pick up a free copy or ask that a sample copy be sent to you at your home or place of business.

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The public transportation system, The LIFT, stops at the Center lobby door several times a day for picking up and dropping off seniors. Maps showing the location of pick up and drop off times are available. There are other transportation systems available to residents of Framingham. Please call the Center for more details about The Ride, Busy Bee Transportation System and Dial A Ride.

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Do you have support groups?

Support groups at the Center include Bereavement, Caregivers, Diabetes, Grandparent, Low Vision, Parkinson's, and Stroke Survivors.  Call the Center at 508-532-5980 for specific times and dates.

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Who can assist seniors with health insurance decisions?

SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Elders) offers one to one counseling on any aspect of health insurance for seniors or anyone on Medicare.  Please call us for a face-to-face counseling appointment at 508-532-5980.

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  Last updated: 04/16/2008