Local Senior Resources:
Montachusett Opportunity Council (MOC) - Elder Servies
Provides a wide range of services including home-delivered meals, caregiver support, housing assistance, and health programs.
Address: 601 River St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Fitchburg Senior Center
Offers social, educational, fitness, and support programs for older adults. Also provides meals, transportation, and benefit assistance.
Address: 14 Wallace Avenue, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Leominster Senior Center
A hub for wellness activities, educational workshops, meals, and support services including SHINE counselors for Medicare assistance.
Address: 5 Pond St, Leominster, MA 01453
Aging Services of North Central Massachusetts (ASNCM)
Regional agency offering in-home care, nutrition services, protective services, and caregiver support for older adults.
Address: 680 Mechanic St, Leominster, MA 01453
SHINE Program (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone)
Provides free, unbiased health insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries. Local SHINE counselors are available at area senior centers.
MedMinder
MedMinder offers an innovative solution for managing medications, helping clients stay on track and healthcare providers ensure proper adherence. Its smart pill dispenser automates medication schedules, making it easier to stay consistent and supporting improved health outcomes.
Email: intake@medminder.com
Phone: 888-633-6463
Fax: 844-633-6463
Heart to Home Meals
They offer quick, delicious meals made for seniors—no minimums, subscriptions, or hidden fees. With over 150 frozen options created by expert chefs, meals are easy to heat and enjoy. Ordering is simple, and local drivers deliver right to your door.
Address: 289 Elm St. Suite 102, Marlborough, MA 01752
Pharmacy Outreach Program
The MCPHS Pharmacy Outreach Program is a community service program offered by the University. Staffed by case managers, licensed pharmacists and students, our goal is to help you adhere to your medication regimens.
Toll-Free Help Line: 1.866.633.1617
Charm Medical Supply
Charm Medical Supply is a trusted provider of medically necessary incontinence, urological and nutritional support supplies for individuals on Mass Health and other related insurances. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff work closely with patients, doctors and insurance companies to simplify the process and ensure that patients receive the supplies they need delivered to their homes on a monthly basis with no out of pocket costs if eligible.
Contact Mary Lou Dolan at 508-873-4580 or at mldolan@charmmedical.com
Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Providers:
Mass Surgical Supply
Offers a wide range of medical and mobility equipment.
Address: 111 Milk Street, Westborough, MA 01581
Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center (with DME services)
Offers rehabilitation services and DME rentals.
Address: 1010 Varnum Ave, Lowell, MA 01854
Home Care Supply of New England
Supplier of mobility aids, respiratory therapy equipment, and home accessibility items.
Colonial Medical Supply
Offers walkers, wheelchairs, hospital beds, and more.
Address: 558 Kelley Blvd, North Attleboro, MA 02760
Additional Resources:
MART - Montachusett Regional Transit Authority
Provides paratransit and senior shuttle services.
Meals on Wheels (via MOC)
Delivers hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors.
Community Legal Aid - Elder Law
Free legal services for seniors including housing, benefits, and elder abuse issues.
Alzheimer’s Association Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter
Support for individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
National Senior Resources:
AARP
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over. They are dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age. They lead positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service.
Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Their mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
The AFA seeks to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families—through member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.
Medicare.gov
It is a common misconception that Medicare covers the cost of all long term care once you hit the age of 65. This, unfortunately, is not the case. Medicare.gov is a great resource to learn the types of care that are covered by Medicare, and where you may need to plan for supplementary insurance or funding to cover healthcare costs.
National Council on Aging
Tips, tools and resources to help older adults and caregivers of seniors to stay independent.
The Parkinson's Foundation
The Parkinson’s Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. Here they share some things to consider when additional help is needed.
Paying for Care- Long Term Care Funding Options
How people pay for long-term care—whether they receive care at home or in a hospital, assisted living facility, or nursing home—depends on their financial situation and the type of care they need. Many people may rely on a variety of payment sources, including personal funds (“out-of-pocket”), government programs, and private financing options. This overview from the National Institute on Aging provides a good summary
Rock Steady Boxing
Rock Steady Boxing is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with affiliate locations across the United States offering a non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum to support improved quality of life for people with Parkinson’s disease. Find a class in your area today.
Teepa Snow- Positive Approach to Care
Senior Helpers is honored to partner with dementia care expert Teepa Snow, a nationally renowned leader in the senior care industry with more than 30 years’ experience. Read more about Teepa here.