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Needham senior center outlines winter planning, transportation changes, Medicare enrollment and holiday events
Summary
Council on Aging reported SNAP support and winter planning, transportation program transitions and Medicare open enrollment dates; staff announced Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 20 and urged volunteers for holiday programs.
Council on Aging and senior-center staff updated the board on social services, transportation changes, Medicare open enrollment, programming and volunteer needs.
Staff reported continued SNAP-related client work and an annual budget submission tied to a modest stipend used to help clients. The center is preparing for winter weather and likely encounters with displaced or unhoused residents; staff said they are updating shelter lists and reaching out to private companies to arrange emergency snow removal assistance for residents who cannot clear walkways themselves.
On transportation, staff said they are evaluating hybrid-electric vehicle options and are…
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