Social Services

The COA and The Upton Center continue to provide a full range of services to Upton residents 60 years of age, disabled, and low income individuals.  Additionally, The Center serves as a focal point from which individuals of all ages can attain information and referrals for different services offered to elders. The Center would like to think of itself as a resource engine to the community. The following services are available to elders in the Town of Upton:

• Transportation to medical appointments, pick up prescriptions, eye glasses, etc. (please call The Center for information on ride schedule and fees)
• Certified S.H.I.N.E counselor on-site - Medicare and Health Insurance Needs
• Annual Fuel Assistance Program
• Medicare Part D information and assistance
• MassHealth information and assistance
• Home visit assessments/outreach or office appointments with our Social Services Coordinator
• Information regarding assistance from Salvation Army and about The Salvation Army Welfare Program with Unibank for Savings
• Annual Flu Shot Clinics
• Podiatry clinics every other month by appointment
• Monthly Blood Pressure Clinic
• Tax Work-Off Program for Elders ---- this program, coordinated by Director Jamie Gardner, was developed in 2005. Approximately 20 individuals over the age of 60 participate with differing skills and expertise. This program provides a way for participating elders in the community to get a tax reduction while Town residents benefit from their skills.
• Income Tax assistance each year with AARP Tax Program.
• FREE 911 cell phone program- call for more info
• SNAP - Food Stamp applications and assistance

Our Social Services Coordinator can also provide information about Tri-Valley Inc; a non-profit homecare agency that provides elders who meet financial and need guidelines, services to keep them independent and remaining at home. You can also visit their website: http://www.trivalleyinc.org/ or call 1-800-286-6640 for more information.