Council on Aging

Established in 1966, the Williamstown Council on Aging (COA) 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-being of Williamstown’s senior population. We offer diverse, inclusive programs that promote dignity, encourage activity, and community involvement.

Check out all the happenings in the monthly EVENT CALENDAR link!

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Programs and Services

The Council on Aging hosts painting classes, blood pressure clinics, Tai Chi and exercise classes, yoga and balance classes, intergenerational activities, health benefit counselling, transportation by COA van, seasonal tax assistance, health screenings, foot care clinics, and much more.

Additional Resources

For Home Care services, contact Elder Services of Berkshire County at (413) 499-0524 or online at esbci.org
Berkshire Housing Services: Call (413) 499-1630 or online at berkshirehousing.com
Williamstown Housing Authority: Call (413) 458-8282 or online at Housing Authority
Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA) is a great site for information! Visit mcoaonline.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What transportation services are available to help seniors get around?

Looking for a ride? Call your local COA at (413) 458-8250. Contact The COA Van Driver directly at (413) 884-3193. The Van driver is Richard Andrews.

You can also contact the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority at (413) 499-2782 or online at www.berkshireta.com

For medical transportation, call (413) 664-6680.

How can I report 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.

Email the Council on Aging Department

Using this form will send a message to the designated department contact.

Weight Training Classes at The Harper Center

The Williamstown Council on Aging sponsors Weight Training classes with instructor Christy Abel on Tuesdays, 4:00 PM, at The Harper Center.

August 4, 2026

Council on Aging August Calendar and Notes

Check out all the August happenings at the Williamstown Council on Aging at The Harper Center!

July 31, 2026

Council on Aging – More July Notes

Learn about the Fall Prevention Class, author talks, exercise class schedule, and free bus fare.

July 8, 2026

July Calendar and Notes from Council on Aging

Take part in Heat Emergency awareness, learn how prevent falls, meet the author of The Scrappy Knights of Cancer, join in an open mic event, enjoy an ice cream social, and more!

July 1, 2026

Event Calendar

Council Board

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Phone

(413) 458-8250

Address:

The Harper Center

118 Church Street

Williamstown, MA 01267

Hours

Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm

Hours may vary.

Staff

Brian O'Grady, Director

Carmel Kushi, Administrative Assistant

Sarah Kline, Outreach Coordinator

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What transportation services are available to help seniors get around?

How can I report elder abuse and neglect?

Email the Council on Aging Department

Weight Training Classes at The Harper Center

Council on Aging August Calendar and Notes

Council on Aging – More July Notes

July Calendar and Notes from Council on Aging

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31 North Street

Williamstown, MA 01267

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Phone: (413) 458-3500

Hours: M-F 8:30-4:30

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Nicole Beverly, Town Clerk nbeverly@williamstownma.gov