The KEYSAFE LOCK BOX program through the Westford Fire Dept. has been a huge success with over 50 lock boxes installed at seniors homes. If you live alone, have medical issues or frequently need to call 911, you are a candidate for a key safe lock box. The heavy-duty metal box is installed on theContinue reading “Key Safe Lock Box Program”
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Need Technology Access? Tools available!
Reduced Comcast Internet Rate If you are eligible for Mass Health, SNAP, SSI or Housing Assistance, you may qualify for high speed internet at the affordable rate of $9.95/month through Comcast’s program Internet Essentials at http://www.internetessentials.com. You can not be a current customer of Xfinity or Comcast in the last 90 days. Any questions youContinue reading “Need Technology Access? Tools available!”
Expanded Housing Financial Assistance
The government has expanded financial assistance for folks who have rental or mortgage arrears or are facing eviction, loss of utilities, or other housing emergencies. New benefit amounts have been applied for Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) and Emergency Rental and Mortgage Assistance Program (ERMA). A new Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)Continue reading “Expanded Housing Financial Assistance”
Check your electric rate! Do you pay more than $0.10793/kw?
If you ever signed up with another electric company, you may be paying much more than you need to. If the supplier listed on your National Grid bill is not “Constellation”, you are not in the town’s aggregate program which offers this low rate. Annette at 978-399-2326 can help you get into the town programContinue reading “Check your electric rate! Do you pay more than $0.10793/kw?”
Need Technology Access? Tools available!
IPADS & LAPTOPS With the pandemic isolating everyone for the last year and so much happening virtually on line we want to be sure you all have access to technology so you don’t miss out. If you are in need of an Ipad or laptop and don’t have the funds to purchase one, let theContinue reading “Need Technology Access? Tools available!”
NORTHEAST LEGAL AID ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF NEW LOW INCOME TAXPAYER CLINIC (LITC)
The Northeast Legal Aid Taxpayer Clinic assists low-income taxpayers who have controversy with the IRS. We provide assistance to individuals that: Have been notified by the IRS that they owe taxes Are under audit Have filed a petition with the U.S. Tax Court and Individuals who need help in obtaining other relief for a taxContinue reading “NORTHEAST LEGAL AID ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF NEW LOW INCOME TAXPAYER CLINIC (LITC) “
FREE Wellness Guide: Overcoming Isolation During COVID-19: Being Connected, Staying Connected, and Choosing Connection
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, people are reporting high levels of emotional distress, with a growing negative impact on mental health and wellness. To support people who are struggling with isolation and loneliness during this difficult time, Advocates for Human Potential (AHP) has adapted their evidence-based Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) toproduce a special publicationContinue reading “FREE Wellness Guide: Overcoming Isolation During COVID-19: Being Connected, Staying Connected, and Choosing Connection”
Westford Seniors Means Property Tax Exemption Signed by Governor Baker
WESTFORD, MA — State Representative James Arciero and State Senator Edward Kennedy announced in January that Governor Baker has signed House Bill 4469, an Act Authorizing the Town of Westford to Establish a Means Tested Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption. The measure was proposed by the Westford Senior, Low-income, Disabled Tax Relief Committee (SLIDTR Committee)Continue reading “Westford Seniors Means Property Tax Exemption Signed by Governor Baker”
Valentine’s Day Fun and Yummy Memories!
As we look forward to …