Social Work

Ways Our Social Work Team Can Help:

Please remember to schedule an appointment!

  • Applications for SNAP, Fuel Assistance, MassHealth, Champs Senior Housing, & Food Pantry
  • Friendly Check-In Phone Calls
  • 1:1 Counseling (In-Office or Home Visits)
  • Help with Applying for MBTA Reduced Fare Senior Charlie Cards
  • Support for Applying for a REAL ID which is now needed for domestic travel
  • Learning how to download Uber or Lyft for rides.
  • Organizing your life paperwork.

Current Social Work Groups & Programs

Bereavement Support Group

Tuesday, October 14th 1:00-2:00PM
We are experiencing more loss and grief with seemingly nowhere to turn. Meet with others who have experienced a death or loss, in a supportive environment.

Parkinson's Caregiver Support Group

Caring for someone with Parkinson's? Join our small support group for caregivers like you. Please call Hildy Dvorak at (617)816-2883 for more information.

Belmont Fire Department Home Safety Visits

By Request.
Captain David DeMarco from Belmont Fire Department offers In-Home Fire Safety Visits to check alarms and offer safety tips. Our social worker, Janet, accompanies him on these visits. Call to schedule an In-Home Safety Visit at 617-993-2983.

Aging in Place Speakers

Understanding Memory Loss
Wednesday, October 8th 1:00-2:00pm
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Neville Place Assisted Living will explain the differences between normal aging, memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer's. Learn the signs that may indicate someone needs more support.

Care.Coach
Wednesday, October 22nd 1:00-2:00pm
Seth Smiley from Care.coach will share how this innovative program uses compassionate technology and 24/7 human support to promote well-being and independence for those aging in place--offering virtual companionship, reminders, health tips, and more. Zoom presentation and discussion.

Aging in Place Group

Wednesday, October 1st, 15th, and 29th 1:00-2:00pm
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Share concerns, resources, and support about aging in place.

Medical Equipment Loan Program

Belmont Council on Aging's Medical Equipment Loan Program serves about 45 families per year, distributing donated medical equipment for short-term or long-term use. If in stock, equipment is available to anyone who needs it. To ask about donating or borrowing equipment, please call (617)993-2989.