The Mendon Council on Aging is pleased to announce that the Senior Center expansion project is beginning to move forward after the long pandemic delay. In the past several weeks, we have met with some of the original designers, the Select Board and other members of town government. We anticipate an article for funding to be raised at the Annual Town Meeting this May. If the funding passes, we then will proceed to the detail Engineering and Building Design Phase, providing us with a projected cost for future town approvals. We will work to get the best quotes and finalize design requirements. We also have meetings planned with State Senator Ryan Fattman's staff to explore what support we may receive from them and have also reached out to State Representative Brian Murray. Stay tuned: "things are moving again".

Your help is needed!

Attend the May Town meeting on Friday, May 5, 2023 at 7 p.m. and support the Senior Center Expansion Article.

SMOC Fuel Assistance Deadline - April 30

The SMOC Fuel Assistance program is still accepting applications until April 30, 2023. Please don’t wait until you are out of oil. Mendon residents can call the Mendon Senior Center at 508-478-6175 to request an instruction checklist and to make a free confidential appointment.

2023 Mendon Senior of the Year - Nominations Being Accepted until June 1

The Mendon Council on Aging is now accepting nominations for the 2023 “Senior Citizen of the Year”. Since 1978, a deserving person (or persons) has been awarded the annual distinction of Senior Citizen of the Year. The chosen Mendon resident, age 60 or older, generally exemplifies a spirit of public service and has made a positive difference in the community. Written nominations will be accepted until June 1 and the award will be presented in September. Nomination forms are available at the Mendon Senior Center or on-line from the Council on Aging home page at www.mendonma.gov. Please drop off or mail nominations to the Senior Center at 62 Providence Street, Mendon. Please call 508-478-6175 with any questions.

New Program! Coming soon - Learn How to Take Better Pictures with Your Phone

Join professional photographer, Steve McGrath, for a five-week Photography class beginning Tuesday, May 2 at 1:30 p.m. Whether you want to perfect your phone photography skills or are a new Digital photography enthusiast with your own camera, our instructor Steve McGrath, an accomplished, professional photographer with over thirty years’ experience, has something to offer. Learn how to create great images on your phone. Digital camera beginners, learn from an expert. The cost for this grant subsidized program is $25 for five weeks. Please call 508-478-6175 or stop by the Mendon Senior Center at 62 Providence Street to register.

Mendon Town Wide Progressive Yard Sale—June 10 Now Accepting Registrations

The Friends of Mendon Elders are now accepting registrations for Annual Town-Wide Progressive Yard Sale to be held on Saturday, June 10 from 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. If you would like to register to hold a yard sale of your own that day, you may obtain a registration form at the Senior Center or on-line at the official Council on Aging website via http://www.mendonma.gov/. The fee is $20. We thank you for your continued support.  This is one of our biggest fundraisers so that we may provide the seniors of Mendon with programs and also furnish the Center with needed essentials. If you would like to get involved, please contact Friends President Dottie Garceau at 508-561-8758 or Vice President Betsy Edsall at 508-779-7580, or the Mendon Senior Center at 508-478-6175. 

Yard Sale Donations – For those who would like to donate items, please hold on to your donations for the time being. In May you can drop off your usable items on Monday—Thursday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Please, please, please no electronics including computers, monitors, printers, and TV’s. Also, no extra-large furnishings, exercise equipment or clothing.

Rescheduled Program Planning for Medicare – Countdown to 65

The Mendon Senior Center will be hosting Planning for Medicare on Wednesday, May 10, at 1 p.m. This presentation led by a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts representative is geared towards individuals approaching 65 and Medicare Eligibility. Topics covered include health insurance information outside of employer sponsored coverage, such as an explanation of Medicare, the Medi-care enrollment timeline, Medigap and Medicare Advantage plans and programs available to early retirees, and COBRA. This is a great presentation for those who may still be working and looking to transition to Medicare. Please call 508-478-6175 or stop by the Mendon Senior Center to register for this free program.