Human Services

The Cranston Department of Senior Services provides services to seniors and their families through various programs and specialty services. The department offers cholesterol and blood pressure screening, podiatry care, hearing assistance and glucose screening, as well as operates a pharmacy clinic and organizes health fairs. In addition, it provides Medicare-certified rehabilitation services. The Cranston Department of Senior Services offers physical, speech, recreational, occupational and recreational therapies, outpatient therapy, Alzheimer s care, and hospice and adult day services. The department also provides short-term care, religious and social services, and health and nutrition management. Its recreational activities include woodworking, painting, gardening, exercise, music and field trips for enrichment. The Cranston Department of Senior Services has an office in Cranston, R.I.

The Josiah D. Richards House, located at 204 Elm Street in North Attleborough, MA, is a stunning three-story Victorian Italianate mansion featuring sixteen rooms and three full baths. Built in the late 1840s by the wealthy Josiah D. Richards for his bride, the mansion showcases exquisite architectural details, including terracotta exterior and marble fireplaces. After changing hands several times, the mansion now serves as the headquarters for the North Attleborough Council on Aging. The property has a rich history, including its transformation into a drop-in center for the elderly and the development of the adjacent Elm Terrace housing project in 1979. Generated from the website

Lakeville, MA is a picturesque town located in Plymouth County, known for its chain of stunning lakes that cover approximately 4,000 acres of the area. Established in 1853 after splitting from Middleborough, Lakeville spans 36.16 square miles and has a population of 10,602 according to the 2010 Census. The town is home to various departments and committees, including the Council on Aging, which aims to identify and meet the needs of Lakeville residents aged 60 and older through programs, services, and volunteer opportunities, funded by the town, grants, and donations. The Lakeville Council on Aging, created in 1972 and supported by local, state, and federal funds, as well as grants and donations, is a department of the town. With a 15-member council appointed by the board of Selectmen, the Council on Aging serves as a vital resource for Lakeville's older population, providing information on available services and fostering a welcoming environment for socializing and exploration. The council is staffed by dedicated individuals, including the COA Director, van drivers, a Veteran's Agent, facilities maintenance personnel, an administrative assistant, an outreach counselor, and a clerk.Generated from the website