Members
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Kendra Rybacki | Chair |
| Kendra Rybacki | Outreach Coordinator |
| Karen Yvon | COA Director |
| Janice Hawley | Secretary |
| Jane Bernasconi | Treasurer |
| Elsie Devoti | |
| Diane Dyer | |
| Evelyn Loring | Alternate |
| Dede Loring | Alternate |
The Otis Council on Aging’s mission is to provide activities and services for the senior citizens of Otis. Come in anytime the room is open. The coffee is always on and we would be happy to have your company.
We would like to extend an invitation to any and all seniors to join in our activities.
Otis seniors have FUN – from gathering in the center on Monday and Wednesday 10 AM – 2 PM for conversation and friendship to our many in-house activities and trips.
There is no sign-up cost involved in joining us We welcome one and all to just drop in. We would love to see you.
SEE COA NEWS FOR ALL TRIP INFORMATIONCOA News
SHINE Commission
| Contact: | Steven Rosenthal |
| Address: | Becket Council of Aging |
| Phone: | 413-623-8934 x 141 |
| Website | https://shinema.org/ |
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The SHINE Program is a subsidiary of Elder Services of Berkshire County. The SHINE Program ensures that Medicare beneficiaries have access to accurate information regarding health care options. We counsel elders on how to compare health insurance options; how to choose a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan; how to locate a Medicare Participating Provider; how to file for a Low Income Subsidy for prescription drugs and how to apply for the State Pharmacy Program. SHINE also provides assistance with applications, appeals and information about benefits of Berkshire Elder Services
Blood Pressure Screening
Blood pressure readings are taken by Tri Town Health at the Council on Aging Office (COA).
Readings are done at 9:30-10:30 AM, on the first Wednesday of the month.
There is no fee and no need for an appointment. Check the monthly schedule.
The Brown Bag Program is a food distribution program that takes place on the third Friday of the month at 11:00 AM.
It is a State run program that depends on your income.
You must apply for this service.
Applications are available at the Senior Center.
There is no fee charged for this program
For information about assistance with your fuel bill this winter Contact
Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC)- (413) 445-5671
BCAC distributes Low Income Heating Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) dollars, or Massachusetts heating aid to residents.
You must be income eligible to qualify and must apply in person.
Someone from BCAC will come to Otis to help you fill out the forms. Please call to sign up for an appointment. - (413) 269-0100 Ext. 107
Western Massachusetts Labor Action (WMLA) - (413) 443-9862
WMLA serves as an intermediary between residents and utility when their heat is shut off, informing residents, for example, that it is illegal for utilities to shut off electricity between November 15th and March 15th of any given year.
First Wednesday of every month, except January and February, a nurse comes to the center, to take care of our feet.
She is a private nurse and the charge for her services is $30.00 for residents and $55.00 for non-residents.
You must make an appointment through the center.
She will also take walk-ins when possible.
Pot Luck Lunch is held the third Wednesday of every month in the gym in the Otis Town Hall.
Bring a dish to share.
Occasionally lunches are catered by an outside source and then you must sign up at the Senior Center to attend.
The Out to Lunch Bunch meets the first Thursday of each month.
It’s a very casual group that meets at a local restaurant and pays for their
own lunch. It’s a fun way to keep in touch with each other.
Check out the events calender for location
WOULD YOU LIKE A HOT MEAL EVERYDAY?
MEALS ON WHEELS
WILL DELIVER A DELICIOUS MEAL TO YOUR DOOR
CALL 1-800-981-5201
TO REQUEST THE MEALS
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, CALL THE SENIOR CENTER - (413) 269-0100 EXT. 107
The Otis Senior Center Sponsors Haircuts
When–Approximately every five weeks
Dates will be announced
Where–The Otis Senior Center Office
Otis Town Hall
1 North Main Road
Who–Men or Women- Cost–$10.00
For Information and Appointments Call- (413) 269-0100 Ext. 107