Policy Priority: Seniors
Representative Scarsdale understands that our seniors are the backbone of this District. Seniors are often the most engaged and socially active demographic in a small town, and this is true across all six communities in Middlesex First District. However, aging in a small community presents unique challenges not faced by larger, more urban areas, such as a lack of public transportation options and easily accessed health care. This page provides information about resources available to seniors in the district, and our office is always there to help you connect with the services you need to help you age gracefully and with dignity.
Tax Help
The Senior Circuit Breaker doubled for the 2023 tax year. Even if you were not eligible last year you may be this year!
Nashoba Associated Boards of Health
NABH is a regional public health organization serving all six towns in Middlesex First District. They provide a wealth of resources and services, including but not limited to: home health care, home hospice care, and bereavement counseling and support groups. You will find a long list of resources on their “Resouces” page.
Resources
AARP Massachusetts
AARP is a national organization with State Chapters dedicated to elder services and advocacy. You can go to their Massachusetts website by clicking the button below.
Townsend Senior Center
Director: Elise Johnson
(978) 597-1720 Van / Bus
(978) 597-1710
16 Dudley Rd, Townsend
Councils on Aging
Groton Senior Center
Director: Ashley Shaheen
163 W Main St, Groton
978-448-1170 or 978-448-1141 van
Email: gcoa@grotonma.gov
Pepperell Senior Center
Director: Bethany Loveless
37 Nashua Rd, Pepperell
978-433-0326
bloveless@town.pepperell.ma.us
Lunenburg Senior Center
Director: Susan Doherty
25 Memorial Drive, Lunenburg
978-582-4166 or 978-582-4167
sdoherty@lunenburgma.gov