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Company Name Description Contact Info

Elder Services of Cape Cod & Islands, Inc.

Cape Cod and the Islands has been helping people in Barnstable, Dukes, and Nantucket Counties get the information and services they need.

The organization acts as a central source for information and referral, as an advocate, collaborator, and catalyst, as a coordinator of services and care, as an educator, and as a provider of direct services.

We’re here to make your life easier. For many individuals and families, the first call to Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands is an introduction to a puzzling array of programs and long-term care services. We’ll help you bypass the confusion to find the right services for you.

We offer in home support services, such as homemaking, home health aides, companions, grocery shopping, and laundry. We run the local Meals on Wheels Nutrition Program and offer Caregiver Services. Plus, a whole lot more!

As an Area Agency on Aging, we receive both State and Federal funds, which allow us to offer affordable, low-cost, and free services.

Please see our website for details: www.escci.org.

508-394-4630
[email protected]

www.escci.org

Company Name Description Contact Info

Alzheimer’s Association

care, support, and research. We provide care and support programs, fund research, educate people on how to live with or care for someone living with Alzheimer’s, advance public policy to increase funding for research, build awareness, and raise funds. We have worked incredibly hard to now be in the “Age of Treatment,” a historical time in the disease progression. 24/7 Helpline is 800.272.3900.

800-272-3900
[email protected]

www.alz.org

Alzheimer’s Family Support Center

families living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related diseases. Services include:

• consultations and care planning
• in-person and virtual caregiver support groups
• conversation groups for people living with cognitive loss
• dementia-specific bereavement groups
• community and professional education
• social engagement groups
• phone support
• insurance support
• social and cultural programs

All services are confidential and provided free of charge to whomever needs them, regardless of ability to pay. For more information, call (508) 896-5170, email [email protected], or visit our website: www.alzfamilysupport.org.

Until there’s a cure, there’s community.

508-896- 5170
[email protected]

www.alzfamilysupport.org

American Parkinson’s Disease Association
Falmouth Support Group

Support group for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their Caregivers/Care Partners

617-645-4122
[email protected]
[email protected]

www.apdaparkinson.org

Bridges by Epoch at Mashpee

462 Old Barnstable Road
Mashpee, MA 02649

Dementia Training & Support

508-477-0043
[email protected]

www.bridgesbyepoch.com/communities/mashpee-ma

Careforth’s Adult Foster Care / Family Caregiving

Careforth’s mission is to surround family caregivers with connectedness, so they can confidently care for their loved ones at home. Careforth supports caregivers that help their Medicaid and dually-eligible loved ones live safely at home by providing expert coaching, emotional support, and financial assistance. We have helped tens of thousands of caregivers receive unrivaled support and payment. With over 20 years of experience, we are partners you can rely on – attentive to your needs and the families we support. We love doing what we do best, providing support for the caregiver.* Dedicated RN/CM care team
* High-tech, high-touch support
* Largest AFC provider in the country
* 20+ years’ experience
* 99% caregiver satisfaction ratingWith Careforth you can:

* Get paid for the care you give.
* Rely on our expert team for support.
* Care safely for your loved one at home.

774.434.5426
[email protected]

www.careforth.com

 Dementia & Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Program

CCHC Neuroscience Institute

provides free support, education and care-planning development to caregivers managing a wide variety of dementias.

This program offers a medical model of care-plan development which takes into consideration how the dementia diagnosis can effect all other aspects of an individual’s overall health.

Our educational support groups work in cooperation with the Alzheimer’s Association and the Lewy Body Dementia Association to ensure our caregiver support groups meet the highest of standards.

774-552-6080
[email protected]

www.capecodhealth.org/dementia-support

Company Name Description Contact Info

Barnstable Adult Community Center

825 Falmouth Road/Rte. 28
Hyannis, MA 02601

the elderly people residing in the Town of Barnstable. Board meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. at the Barnstable Adult Community Center.

508-862-4750
[email protected]

www.seniors.town.barnstable.ma.us

Bourne Council on Aging

Bourne Veterans Memorial
Community Building
239 Main Street
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532

services that enhance the quality of life for residents of Bourne who have reached their 60th year of age and to advocate for programs and services that support seniors. Further, the COA will promote the well-being of Bourne residents of any age by acting as the Human Services Agency for the Town of Bourne.

508-759-0653
[email protected]

www.townofbourne.com/council-on-aging

Brewster Senior Center

1673 Main Street
Brewster, MA 02631

families by providing programs, services, and resources that promote independent living and quality of life.

508-896-2737
[email protected]

www.brewster-ma.gov/council-on-aging

Chatham Senior Center

193 Stony Hill Road
Chatham, MA 02633

educational, and outreach programs and services to enhance the quality of their lives. We welcome the support of Chatham residents of all ages to promote our mission through community service and resource development.

508-945-5190

www.chatham-ma.gov/527/Council-on-Aging

Dennis Senior Center

1045 Rt. 134
South Dennis, MA 02660

the Town by providing multi-purpose programs especially designed to fulfill the health, educational, social, recreational, outreach, and transportation needs of our most valued citizens in a safe, friendly, and comfortable environment.

508-385-5067

www.town.dennis.ma.us/council-aging

Eastham Senior Center

1405 Nauset Road
P.O. Box 1203
North Eastham, MA 02651

promote independence through information and referral, support, health and wellness, socialization, and education.

508-255-6164

www.eastham-ma.gov/418/Senior-Center

Falmouth Senior Center

780 Main Street
Falmouth, MA 02540

all residents of Falmouth who are at least 60 years old. The Senior Services Department manages the Senior Center, provides assistance, information on available resources, health services, referrals to other community agencies, education, and recreation programs and activities. There is a special emphasis in promoting Healthy Aging and Enhancing Quality of Life for Seniors.

508-540-0196
[email protected]

https://www.falmouthma.gov/446/Monthly-Newsletter

Harwich Community Center

100 Oak Street
Harwich MA 02645

The mission of the Harwich Council on Aging is to support and advocate for older adults, their families, and caregivers.

508-430-7550

www.harwich-ma.gov/council-on-aging

Martha’s Vineyard

21 Wamsutta Avenue
Oak Bluffs, MA 02557

programs, food distribution, and other activities to support our citizens. We collaborate with local, regional, state, and federal agencies and institutions to support the swift delivery of services to our seniors.

508-693-4509

www.oakbluffsma.gov/152/Council-on-Aging

Martha’s Vineyard Tisbury Senior Center

34 Pine Tree Road
P.O. Box 1239
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568

activities and services to serve the needs and interests of those adults who are 55 and older, as well as their families.

We are non-profit and non-sectarian, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of our seniors by ensuring them equal access to social, economic, and political systems in a safe, secure, and comfortable environment. We provide an arena in which our seniors can play a role in human services, leadership, education, and as keepers of our history.

Our center was built in 1991. It is fully air-conditioned in the summer months and we have plenty of parking for all visitors. We have rooms to accommodate small gatherings as well as large community events and productions. A large kitchen allows us to host cooking classes as well as community meals. A congregate lunch is available Monday – Friday, all year. In nice weather, the outside deck serves as a place of relaxation. So that our seniors remain integrated with the general population at large, our center welcomes all ages to visit and share time and talents.

508- 696-4205

www.tisburyma.gov/council-aging

Martha’s Vineyard
Edgartown Council on Aging

P.O. Box 1295
10 Daggett St.
Edgartown, 02539

It provides programs, events, and activities for which no membership is required. Everyone, regardless of age or town of residence, is invited and welcome. We also provide outreach, volunteer opportunities, and healthy and delicious homemade meals twice a week!

508-627-4368

www.edgartowncoa.com/about

Mashpee Council on Aging

26 Frank E. Hicks Drive
Mashpee, MA 02649

conduct human service, educational, social, and recreational services and programs at the Mashpee Senior Center, as well as to identify and create opportunities and solutions for the empowerment and betterment of the Town’s seniors and their care partners.

508-539-1440
[email protected]

www.mashpeema.gov/council-aging

Nantucket Saltmarsh Senior Center

81 Washington Street
Nantucket, MA 02554

over to enjoy themselves. The council acts on behalf of elderly residents, 60 years and older. The council is responsible for addressing the needs of Nantucket elders. We provide programs for senior citizens that will enhance their quality of life; develop and carry out programs for them that encompass nutritional, educational, recreational, and social needs. We provide information and lectures regarding health care, legal services, social security, and changes to federal and state laws which pertain to the elderly.

508-228-4490

www.nantucket-ma.gov/732/Saltmarsh-Senior-Center

Orleans Senior Center

150 Rock Harbor Road
Orleans, MA 02653

508-255-6333

www.town.orleans.ma.us/220/Council-on-Aging-Senior-Center

Provincetown Grace Gouveia Building

26 Alden Street
Provincetown, MA 02657

activity center for seniors and their families. Our mission is to promote the well-being and independence of older adults by identifying their needs and interests, developing supportive programs, coordinating community services, and advocating on their behalf. We offer social, fitness, recreation, education, health, and nutrition programs as well as a variety of services.

508- 487-7080
[email protected]

www.provincetown-ma.gov/72/Council-on-Aging

Sandwich Council on Aging

270 Quaker Meetinghouse Road
East Sandwich, MA 02537

508-888-4737
[email protected]

www.sandwichmass.org/274/Council-on-Aging

Truro Community Center

7 Standish Way
North Truro, MA 02652

well-being of our seniors. The mission of the COA is to identify the needs and interests of the community’s older adults; to educate the community and enlist support and participation of all citizens concerning these needs and interests; to design, promote, and carry out programs; and to coordinate existing services within our community.

508-487-1632

www.truro-ma.gov/council-on-aging

Wellfleet Adult Community Center

715 Old King’s Highway
Wellfleet, MA 02667

508-349-2800

www.wellfleet-ma.gov/wellfleet-adult-community-center

Yarmouth Senior Center

528 Forest Road
Yarmouth, MA 02664

community that enhances the quality of life for the Town’s older adults (60+) and their families by providing programs and services in a supportive and accessible environment that contributes to vital aging through mental, physical, and financial wellness.

508-394-7606

www.yarmouth.ma.us/309/Senior-Services

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