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”
Category Archives: COVID-19
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”
Massachusetts Homebound Vaccination Program for COVID-19
The Commonwealth is working with local Boards of Health and developed a statewide program to offer in-home vaccinations for homebound individuals who cannot leave their home to get to a vaccination site. Eligibility for Massachusetts Homebound Vaccination Program In-home vaccinations are for homebound individuals who are not able to leave their home to get toContinue reading “Massachusetts Homebound Vaccination Program for COVID-19”
Resources for Covid Vaccine Appointments
Getting an appointment for a Covid Vaccine appointment can be hard! Below are a list of some resources to set up appointments. This list is NOT comprehensive, but intended to be helpful. We will add to it as we know more… COVID-19 Vaccine Availability | Mass.gov Official Commonwealth of MA site to find available appointmentsContinue reading “Resources for Covid Vaccine Appointments”
Town of Westford and Lowell General Hospital Partner in Offering Scheduled Appointments Through COA Van
A partnership between the Town of Westford and Lowell General Hospital has been reached that will allow the Cameron Senior Center to use its vans to transport citizens of Westford to and from the mass vaccination site at 1001 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, MA. Lowell General has generously provided blocks of appointments to be reserved forContinue reading “Town of Westford and Lowell General Hospital Partner in Offering Scheduled Appointments Through COA Van”
News Flash! Vaccination Appointments in Lowell!
The mass vaccination site at 1001 Pawtucket Blvd. in Lowell, MA is now booking vaccination appointments for Seniors at the following link:https://www.lowellgeneral.org/…/covid-19-vaccination… NO WALKINS: An Appointment is required! Location: Cross River Center 1001 Pawtucket Boulevard EastLowell, MA 01854 Parking: There is plenty of free parking available! Accessibility: The Vaccination Clinic at Cross River Center isContinue reading “News Flash! Vaccination Appointments in Lowell!”
News Flash: Veterans aged 50 and older Eligible to be Vaccinated at Bedford VA
From the Bedford VA:
Fantastic news! Effective today, we now have enough COVID-19 vaccine on hand to offer it to enrolled Veterans **age 50 and older!**
