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SOCIAL SERVICES AT THE NEWTON SENIOR CENTER

Meet our Social Services staff:
Kathy Laufer, LICSW Clinical Social Worker, 617-796-1663
Meghan Kennedy, Outreach Worker, 617-796-1672

The Social Service staff, at the Newton Senior Center, is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all Newton seniors. We offer comprehensive social work assessments, outreach services, information and referral, and counseling services.

After you turn 60, you may be eligible for the following benefits, programs and services:

  • Home Care Services that include assistance with house cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and personal care
  • Deferred payment loans for Home Repairs
  • Property Tax Exemption or Deferral; Water and Sewer Bill Discounts
  • Fuel Assistance to help with heating costs; Utility Discounts for telephone, gas and electric bills
  • Subsidized Apartments or other housing options
  • SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), which can help you pay for your groceries each month
  • Transportation to your medical appointments and other destinations
  • Confidential Counseling Services to help you cope with issues such as retirement, aging, illness, bereavement, family relationships, etc.
  • Durable Medical Equipment including walkers, canes, wheelchairs, commodes, etc.

 

If you have questions….

Want to schedule an appointment with one of our staff members?

Send an email to Kathy Laufer, our Social Worker
Send an email to Meghan Kennedy, our Outreach Worker.

Or contact us at the numbers listed at the top of this page and we will be happy to help you!

Commonly requested Programs and Resources:
From the Desk of  Our Social Worker
Directory of Services