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View the 2005 Belmont Senior Population Survey Report 2006
Mission of the Council on Aging
The Council on Aging is charged with the responsibility of advocating on behalf of the seniors of Belmont and with ensuring that their social, financial and healthcare needs are met.
Services include transportation for shopping and medical needs by reservation; nutrition services, (meals on wheels and daily luncheon); social services ( confidential referrals and help with concerns); programs and newsletter (cultural, educational, recreational, holiday observance, entitlement, athletic, and social).
The Council on Aging has a network of appropriate resources available for Elders both in Belmont as well as outside the community.
An eleven member board is appointed by the Board of Selectmen to oversee programs and policies of the Council on Aging.
Information & Referral
n Assistance with issues including housing and government programs
n "Senior Notes" Newsletter
n Computer & Internet Access
Health & Wellness
n Weekly Blood Pressure Clinic
n Strength & Flexibility Classes
n Health Education/Disease Prevention Seminars
n Aerobics Classes
n T'ai Chi Classes
n Swimming
n Chair Yoga
n Podiatry
Senior Center/Enrichment Programs
n Day trips with transportation
n "Bel-Aires"- choral program
n Arts Classes, including Painting, Quilting, Knitting, Needlework
n Bridge
n Pool
n Library
n Weekly Movie Showings
n Array of Educational Seminars
n Computer/Internet Classes & Tutorials
Volunteer Opportunities
n Friendly Visitors
n Drivers for Meals on Wheels
n Receptionists
n Assistant Dispatchers
n Instructors for a variety of classes of interest to Seniors
Nutrition
n Meals on Wheels - hot meal
n Weekday luncheon served on-site for a fee. Transportation available.
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