Council On Aging 09/01/2026

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Your town’s senior services don’t run on good intentions, they run on budgets, buildings that work, and a steady stream of practical help. We open with the treasurer’s report and a plain-English breakdown of what happens when money is left over at the end of the year, including how it moves into “free cash” and why that usually matters most for one-time needs instead of ongoing spending.

From there, we get into the real-world facilities challenge: keeping a senior center safe and comfortable through a heat wave while planning smart HVAC upgrades. We share how the select board and fire department stepped in, what’s already been replaced, what repairs are next, and how a phased air conditioning replacement plan reduces risk for residents who depend on the building day to day.

We also map out a full season of Council on Aging services and community programs, including the SAVE program for senior property tax relief, Medicare open enrollment plan reviews, fuel assistance applications, and an on-site flu clinic with high-dose and standard shots. We highlight education that protects older adults and families too, from elder law basics like health care proxies and power of attorney to fraud and scam awareness aimed at preventing financial abuse.

Finally, we hear an update from the Friends of the Council on Aging as the group rebuilds fundraising and outreach, sets goals like purchasing a refrigerator, and invites new volunteers ahead of Community Day and the senior center open house. If you care about aging services, local government, or simply helping neighbors stay well, subscribe, share this with someone in your town, and leave a quick review so more people can find these resources.