COUNCIL ON AGING

Established in 1966, the Williamstown Council on Aging has been providing quality service to the community for over 50 years. Our mission is to provide advocacy, outreach, and responsive programming to maintain and improve the well-bring of Williamstown’s senior population. We offer diverse, inclusive programs that promote dignity, encourage activity, and community involvement.

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Council On Aging Updates

Programs & Services:

  • Oil painting classes
  • Blood pressure clinics
  • Tai Chi & exercise classes
  • Yoga & balance classes
  • Intergenerational activities
  • Health benefit counselling
  • Transportation by COA van
  • Seasonal tax assistance
  • Health screenings
  • Foot care clinics
  • And much, much more

Looking for a ride?  Call your local COA at 413-458-8250 or contact the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority at 413-499-2782 or online at www.berkshireta.com

For medical transportation, call 413-664-6680.

helpful links:

For Home Care services, contact Elder Services of Berkshire County at 413-499-0524 or online at www.esbci.org

Berkshire Housing Services: 413-499-1630 or online at www.berkshirehousing.com

Williamstown Housing Authority: 413-458-8282 or online at www.williamstownha.com

Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA) is a great site for information!  Visit www.mcoaonline.com

REPORTING ELDER ABUSE AND NEGLECT:

To report abuse of a person aged 60 or older, call 800-922-2275 or online at www.mass.gov/reporting-elder-abuse-neglect or contact LifePath of Massachusetts at 800-732-2275 or online at www.lifepathmass.org

To report abuse of a disabled person under 60, call the Disabled Persons Protection Commission at 800-426-9009.

To report abuse of an individual residing in a nursing home, contact the MA Department of Public Health at 800-462-5540.

Contact Information

Williamstown Council on Aging
The Harper Center
118 Church Street
Williamstown, MA 01267