If you’ve already gotten your COVID-19 vaccine — that’s great! With 80% of people 65 and older fully vaccinated, older adults are leading the charge in getting their COVID-19 vaccination. Now it‘s time for your friends and loved ones to get their vaccine, if they haven‘t already. And with the Delta variant spreading across the country, this isContinue reading “Encourage family and friends: Get the Covid-19 Vaccine!”
Category Archives: COVID-19
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”
NCOA and Lyft partnership: rides to vaccines for Seniors!
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) has partnered with Lyft to provide access to transportation to older adults who need a ride to get their COVID-19 vaccine. Lyft has provided ride codes with a value of up to $25 each to travel to and from COVID-19 vaccination appointments for both the first and second doses.Continue reading “NCOA and Lyft partnership: rides to vaccines for Seniors!”
Anxious about “reentering” life? Reach out for support!
What a year it has been for all of us! We’ve all been impacted in some way by the pandemic and hopefully putting the challenges behind us and moving forward. With the Cameron Sr Center reopening, warmer weather here and more folks getting vaccinated things are trending in the right direction. We truly hope toContinue reading “Anxious about “reentering” life? Reach out for support!”
FEMA to Help Pay Funeral Costs for COVID-19-Related Deaths
Release Date: March 24, 2021 HQ-21-071 WASHINGTON — In early April, FEMA will begin providing financial assistance for funeral expenses incurred after Jan. 20, 2020 for deaths related to coronavirus (COVID-19) to help ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the pandemic. The policy was finalized today, and FEMA is now movingContinue reading “FEMA to Help Pay Funeral Costs for COVID-19-Related Deaths”
Massachusetts to end COVID vaccine pre-registration system at the end of May, expand services for homebound residents
The Baker administration on Friday announced it will end the Massachusetts COVID-19 vaccine pre-registration system by the end of the month. State officials in March launched an online pre-registration system for eligible residents looking to book appointments to get the vaccine in an effort to facilitate what was then a high demand for the shots due to the numberContinue reading “Massachusetts to end COVID vaccine pre-registration system at the end of May, expand services for homebound residents”
Westford Srs: Homebound but need the Vaccine? Lowell General Hospital will come to you!
In a continuing partnership between Lowell General Hospital, the Town of Westford Health Department, and the Cameron Senior Center; Lowell General Hospital will be providing a mobile Covid-19 vaccination clinic to homebound residents unable to travel to vaccination sites. If you or someone you know is in need of this service, feel free to contactContinue reading “Westford Srs: Homebound but need the Vaccine? Lowell General Hospital will come to you!”
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”
Senior Joyrides! Hop on the van!
Are you tired of being home? Are you feeling lonely? Would you like to see friends AND socially distance? We have the solution for you! COA TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR SENIORS 55+ AND THE DISABLED The Cameron Senior Center vans are able to drive clients to lunch, shopping, scenic rides, whatever your heart desires (within ourContinue reading “Senior Joyrides! Hop on the van!”
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”
Friends of the Cameron Senior Center 