Additional Links of Interest

Council On Aging

Click on your topic of interest in order to be directed to their website

Link NameDescription
Montachusett Home Care- provides Aging Services Access Point for seniors
Montachusett Opportunity Council- provides the meals on wheels and congregate meal site for Sterling
Executive Office of Elder Affairs- gives information on state programs 
Leominster Housing Authority- manages Sholan Terrace, senior housing in Sterling
Alzheimer’s Association- provides information about programs and services, including Safe Return ID products
Central Mass Agency on Aging- provides information and links to help seniors and their caregivers
Social Security- provides information including a retirement estimator
Medicare- official US government Medicare site
Elder Locator- connects individuals with information on senior services throughout the United States
Project Bread- provides information on public food programs and an emergency food source help-line
Food Stamps- gives information about obtaining food stamps, including eligibility

Habitat for Humanity 

- provides information and application regarding critical home repair.
Fuel Assistance/Housing Energy Programs- gives an overview and links to fuel assistance programs
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf- provides advocacy, information and referral, case management, interpretive services, and educational programs
Massachusetts Commission for the Blind- provides information about rehab and services for the blind 
Attorney General’s Elders- is a resource and referral tool for seniors including the elder hotline
MA Senior Medicare Patrol/Medicare Outreach - Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Program, shows health insurance options and an opportunity to compare plans
Prescription Advantage- provides prescription assistance for Massachusetts residents over 65, the disabled, and those with low income
US Department of Veterans’ Affairs- provides information on Veterans’ programs, benefits, and facilities
Rheumatoid Arthritis- provides information regarding symptoms and treatment options