A giant tree for the holidays obscures part of the Town Hall, but the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest knows that like this resource list, you can “Find It in Framingham”/Photos by Douglas Flynn
Not sure where to start?
An excellent starting point for any caregiver is a call to your local ASAP`s information and referral department to learn about all the services and resources available in your area. The ASAP information and referral department can provide valuable guidance and assistance throughout your caregiving journey. Your town’s Council on Aging is another essential tool to help you understand and access available resources for your loved one.
Aging Services Access Points, commonly referred to as ASAPs, are one-stop entry points for all of the services and benefits available to seniors in Massachusetts. ASAPs manage the Massachusetts Home Care Program, Meals on Wheels, Money Management Program and Caregiver Support Program, as well as provide information and referrals for senior services such as home care, housing options, public benefits, legal assistance, hospice care, the ombudsman program, health insurance, senior companions and adult day care. BayPath also serves as a federal Area Agency on Aging (AAA), receiving and disbursing federal funding under the Older Americans Act.
Senior Center/Council on Aging
Framingham Council on Aging
Director: Grace O’Donnell
Callahan Center
535 Union Avenue
Framingham, MA 01702
Councils on Aging (COAs) are local volunteer organizations that offer information and direct services to seniors, their caregivers and other people with aging issues. COAs are part of the local government, and work with other senior agencies and city/town departments to provide social, recreational, health, safety and educational programs for seniors in their communities. Most COAs operate Senior Centers for area residents age 60 or older. COAs are also home to each town’s SHINE Program representatives, who provide free, confidential and unbiased health insurance information, assistance and counseling.
Town Departments
Veterans Benefits
Contact: Peter Harvell
150 Concord Street, Room B-7
Framingham, MA 01702
508-532-5515
Framingham Disability Commission
10 Bellefontaine Avenue
Framingham, MA 01701
508-532-5540
Home Delivered Meals
Elder Nutrition Program, BayPath Elder Services, Inc.
508-532-5515
The Elder Nutrition Program at BayPath delivers nutritious meals to seniors who are unable to leave their homes due to illness, disability or frailty. The purpose of the program is to encourage better health, reduce isolation and promote independence.
Community Dining Sites
BayPath Congregate Meals Program
BayPath provides lunch programs for seniors at six locations in our service area. These programs provide opportunities for socialization and companionship, while enjoying a well-balanced “home cooked” meal. BayPath requests a voluntary contribution of $3.00 per meal. No one will be refused a meal due to the inability to contribute. Please call the location and let them know at least 24 hours in advance.
Meals available at:
Pearl Street Cupboard & Cafe
10 Pearl Street
Framingham, MA 01702
888-811-3291x4922
Meal times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 12 p.m.
Rose Kennedy Community Room
1 Rose Kennedy Lane
Framingham, MA 01702
Meal times: Tuesday, Thursday at 12 p.m.
Food Pantries
Hope Worldwide New England
214 Concord Street
Framingham, MA
508-848-2401
Distribution: Wed, Sat 9-12:00
Lucy and Joe Press Food Pantry
JFS of MetroWest
475 Franklin Street, Suite 101
Framingham, MA 01702
508-875-3100
Distribution coordinated through area social service agencies
Free delivery Monday through Friday. Allow 24 hours for delivery. Blister packs and flow packs available.
Eaton Apothecary
23 Maple Street
Milford, MA
774-462-3200
Expanded delivery area for “Medicine-On-Time” bubble packs
The stone columns of the Framingham Historical Society’s “Old Academy” building make it one of the most unique architectural landmarks in the region/Photo by Stephen Corso
Laundries that pick up and deliver to Framingham
Spin Cycle Laundry Services
860-224-7746
Pickup and delivery, wash, dry, fold laundry
$25.00 per 20-pound bag; $1.23 per pound over 20
Framingham State University’s scenic campus/Photo by Stephen Corso
Medical Escorts
Jewish Family Service of Metrowest (JFS) Elder Care Solutions – Patient Navigator Program
475 Franklin Street, Suite 101
Framingham, MA 01702
Trained volunteers accompany older adults to medical appointments, providing support and guidance to help older adults get the information and care they need; program is available free of charge for older adults living in Framingham and the surrounding area.
LGBT+ Ally Patient Navigator Expansion
With support from the Tufts Health Plan Foundation Momentum Fund and the Cummings Foundations Sustaining Grant, the JFS Patient Navigator program has expanded its reach into the local older adult LGBT+ community to combat the health disparities that effect LGBT+ older adults and to break down the barriers that these individuals face in health care settings. Download the Flyer
Transportation
Callahan Center
508-532-5980
Volunteers for medical, social, food shopping; call social services department at least one week before trip
Busy Bee
508-881-2120
Framingham – local trips only
MART (Medicaid Transportation)
800-854-9928
MetroWest Regional Transit Authority
888-996-9782
Fixed route bus service
MW RIDE
508-820-4650
Disability based, no trip purpose required; application process through MW Call Center
Dial-a-Ride
508-820-4650
Framingham to Boston area – medical trips only; application process through MW Call Center; 65 and over and under 65 with qualifying disability
Tommy’s Taxi
508-872-3500
Blackstone Valley Limo
877-278-4464
Home Health Care, Homemaking and Personal Care Agencies in Framingham
Advanced Home Care Services
600 Worcester Road, Suite 301
Framingham, MA 01702
Note: M-F 9am – 3pm, you choose the days. Breakfast and lunch included, starts at $49 for 1 day.
One of the familiar toy soldiers stands guard outside the Town Hall during the holiday season /Photo by Douglas Flynn
Subsidized Housing in Framingham
Framingham Housing Authority
1 John J Brady Drive
Framingham, MA 01702
508-879-7562
John J. Brady Drive, Arsenal Road, Everit Avenue, John J. Gallagher Drive, Grant Street, Guadalcanal Road, 115 Cochituate Road, Normandy Road, Rose Kennedy Lane, 317 Hollis Street (Memorial House)
Jewish Community Housing for the Elderly, available for individuals of all backgrounds with one member 62 or older. Shillman House is a 150-unit independent living facility located in the Nobscot area of Framingham. A mixed-income property, Shillman House has both subsidized and market rent apartments. Market rent apartments include continental breakfast and a served, seated dinner Monday through Saturday and Sunday brunch, as well as light housekeeping every other week. These services can be purchased by those in subsidized units.
Edmands House
15 Edmonds Road
Framingham, MA 01702
508-283-7475
Section 8 (Federal Housing Program funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development)
Claflin House40 Taylor Street
508-872-5974
Irving Square Apartments75 Irving Street
508-875-4400
Saxonville Village1595 Concord Street
508-788-0802
Pelham Apartments75 Second Street
508-872-6393
Framingham Green136 Maynard Road
508-872-0500
Cochituate HomesInterfaith Terrace
508-879-2956
Assisted Living Facilities in Framingham
Carmel Terrace
933 Central Street
Framingham, MA 01701
508-788-8000
Traditional Units: 69 Alzheimer/Dementia Special Care Units: 0
Brookdale Cushing Park
300 West Farm Pond Road
Framingham, MA 01702
508-628-7700
Traditional Units: 78 Alzheimer/Dementia Special Care Units: 22
Accepts: Uninsured, Underinsured, Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid Income: All income levels accepted Fees: Sliding scale available
Languages Spoken: English Services: Primary Care, Counseling/Mental Health Services, Medical Services
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center
32 Concord Street
Framingham MA 01702
508-370-0113
Accepts: Uninsured, Underinsured, Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid
Income: All income levels accepted Fees: Sliding scale of fees based on income Languages Spoken: English, Spanish, Portuguese Services: Medical Services, Dental Services
Accepts: Uninsured Only Income: Low Income Fees: Free/No fee Languages Spoken: English Services: Women’s Health Services, Vision Services, Social Services, Pharmacy Services, Counseling/Mental Health Services, Application Assistance.
By appointment only