Although the Council on Aging has suspended its events, programs and classes at the senior center, it is still providing services to Dartmouth residents in need. Here are the COA services coming up for October.

Council on Aging Newsletter

The COA newsletter is available on the Town of Dartmouth website. Visit town.dartmouth.ma.us and click on ‘Departments’ and then ‘Council on Aging’. Look for the latest newsletter in the left-hand menu. Otherwise, call (508) 999-4717 and provide your email or mailing address to be added to the mailing list.

Red Cross blood drive hosted by the Dartmouth Council on Aging

The American Red Cross will host a blood drive at the Dartmouth Council on Aging on Oct. 15, 9 am. to 2 p.m. Appointments can be made in advance by calling 1 (800) 733-2767 or by visiting redcrossblood.org and entering “Dartmouth COA.”

Drive-thru Trick-or-Treat

The Council on Aging will be offering a socially distanced way to celebrate Halloween on Friday, Oct. 30. The event will happen between 1 to 3 p.m.

There will be a prize for best costume. 

Sign up is required, which can be done by calling the COA at (508) 999-4717.

Health and Wellness

Clinics are now open by appointment only including hearing and podiatry clinics. To learn more, call the Center at (508) 999-4717.

A visiting dental hygienist will also hold a clinic on Oct. 8. For more information, call (508) 827-6725. 

Justice Bridge

For legal advice, the COA recommends reaching out to the Justice Bridge Legal Center, a UMass Law affiliate that can be reached by calling (508) 449-9296 or emailing info@justicebridge.org.

Zoom Room at the Center

Start your Tuesday with coffee and a virtual smile with your friends at the COA.

To login, visit zoom.us and enter meeting ID 868 9154 1490 and password 665252 or call (646) 876-9923 and follow the telephone prompts.

Classes online

Center classes now available on DCTV Channel 18. All classes can be live streamed or seen on demand on the DCTV website: www.town.dartmouth.ma.us/dartmouth-community-media.

Classes are also available on the DCTV Youtube channel.