With the cold weather upon us, we want to be sure our Westford seniors have the essentials like heat and electricity. Please contact Annette or Alison in the Social Work/Outreach department if you or someone you know may be living in difficult conditions. Also, keep in mind that our center is backed up by aContinue reading “Outreach!”
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Grocery Delivery for SNAP Recipients
SNAP recipients can now shop online at Hannaford, Stop & Shop, Price Chopper and Aldi via Instacart. This is a great way to avoid a shopping trip if you are concerned about COVID or you just find it difficult to get out.
Have questions about Veterans Services?
Westford Veterans Agent, Ryan Cobleigh is available to assist with questions about benefits and/or other needed services or information. To speak with Ryan, please call 978-392-1170 or visit http://westfordma.gov/veterans
Join the Sewing and Quilting Clubs!
Mondays 10am – 1pm and Tuesdays 9am – 11amPlease come in and enjoy a working on your quilting and sewing projects with many other friendly and like-minded crafters. It’s fun to see the different projects that people are working on as well as sharing project tips and enjoying some creative fellowship.
Upbeats Band: Come join us on Thursdays at 10AM!
Are you experienced at playing an instrument? Join The Upbeats – play music and have fun! New band members always welcome.
Sign up for Income Tax Help
Hal Schreiber, our volunteer tax expert, will be back this year to complete 2021 federal and state income tax returns. Dick Severyn will also be back to assist Hal. This is a free service sponsored by your Senior Center and there are no age or income limits. This year, your Senior Center tax aide siteContinue reading “Sign up for Income Tax Help”
LIHEAP Fuel Assistance Program
DON’T FORGET….Now is the time to think about your winter heating costs. If your household annual gross income is below $40,951 (1 person) or $53,521 (2 people) and you are interested in learning about the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)-fuel assistance program, call Alison at 978-399-2325 or Annette at 978-399-2326. We have applicationsContinue reading “LIHEAP Fuel Assistance Program”
Free Piano Lessons!
FREE PIANO LESSONS: Thursday eveningsMeaghan Lu, a Westford Academy Student who is passionate about music, is volunteering her time on Thursday nights to provide piano lessons. Call 978-692-5523 to set up a lesson time.
Want a phone buddy?
FRIENDLY CALLS: This pandemic has created social challenges for many, leading some to isolation and loneliness. If you would like to hear a friendly voice, Annette can set you up with a volunteer for regular calls. This is a win/win program where volunteers get to help and folks home alone benefit from contact. Please letContinue reading “Want a phone buddy?”
Property Tax Exemptions: Are you eligible?
The town of Westford has several property tax exemptions for residents: those with limited income, blind, disabled, veterans and more. You may be eligible for a tax break and if you are interested in learning more about your options you can call the Assessor’s office at 978-692-5504 or call Annette to review them at 978-399-2326