Provider Details
- Basic Information
- Center for Active Living
- Address: 169 Westford Rd 25 Byrant Lane Westford, MA 01879
- Customer Service: 978-649-9211
- Website: https://www.tyngsboroughma.gov/335/Council-on-Aging
- Description: Center for Active Living is a department of the Town of Tyngsborough. It is headed by the Director of Elder Services and advised by the members of the Council Board who are appointed by the Selectboard. The CAL mission is to advocate on behalf of senior citizens, to enhance the quality of their lives through the identification and assessment of their health, economic, social and cultural needs…The COA provides services to individuals who are age 60 and older.
The Council is funded by the Town of Tyngsborough, State Grants through the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, LRTA Grants and donations from civic organizations, businesses, clubs and individuals. The Council on Aging holds monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at the Tyngsborough Council on Aging Center.
COA BOARD MEMBERS: (FY2025)
Adele Coughlin
Joanne Kalabokis– Vice Chair
Dianne LaRose
Bob McCarthy
Rose Mitchell- Chair
Cheri Meuse
Margaret Reppenhagan
Beverly Rudeen– Secretary
Pam Russell
Beatrice Stankard
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The COA mission is to advocate on behalf of senior citizens, to enhance the quality of their lives through the identification and assessment of their health, economic, social and cultural needs.
RECEIVE REFERRALS FROM:
AgeSpan (formerly ESMV)
Town Offices: Veteran’s Agent, Board of Health, Police & Fire Departments, Tax Collector’s, Assessors, etc.
Assisted Living Places
The COA provides services to individuals who are age 60 and older.
The Council is funded by the Town of Tyngsborough, State Grants through the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, LRTA Grants and donations from civic organizations, businesses, clubs and individuals.
The Center for Active Living holds monthly meetings on the third Tuesday of each month at the The Center for Active Living. MAKES REFERRALS TO:
AgeSpan
Board of Health
Tufts Medicine Care at Home
Community Teamwork, Inc.
Transitional Assistance
Food Stamp Program (SNAP)
Fuel Assistance
Housing Authority
Merrimack Valley Legal Services
Local Police & Fire Departments
The Senior “News & Tyngs” is a monthly publication that has a complete calendar of programs, events, educational and informative articles. The Newsletter is available at the The Center for Active Living and many other locations throughout Tyngsborough. Post Office, Town Hall, and Library. Also available on the town website: www.tyngsboroughma.gov under departments, COA.
Special Events During the year the The Center for Active Living has many events for seniors where they can come and socialize. These include breakfasts, holiday parties, cookouts, potluck, luncheons, and celebrations.
Seniors Focal Point for Town Events/Programs
The Center for Active Living is the focal point for groups and clubs such as the Tyngsboro Sportsmen’s club, Tyngsboro Schools, Greater Lowell Vocation School, Innovation Academy, Recreation Department, Library and Police Department by posting their events and managing sign up sheets.
Seniors Focal Point for Town Events/Programs
The The Center for Active Living is the focal point for groups and clubs such as the Tyngsboro Sportsmen’s club, Tyngsboro Schools, Greater Lowell Vocation School, Innovation Academy, Recreation Department, Library and Police Department by posting their events and managing sign up sheets. Volunteer Opportunities
The Center for Active Living has many rewarding volunteer opportunities.
Last Updated: July 2025
- Service Details
- Trip Types: Adult daycare, Employment, Medical/Healthcare, No restrictions on trip purpose., Nursing Homes
- Eligibility: Adults with disabilities over the age of 60 who are town residents and meet the required standards of independence., Age 60 Plus, Must be a resident of the town, Only provide transportation to the towns we service, Require rider to fill out a form
- Cancellation Policies: No less than one(1) hour before the start of the pick-up window
- Special Services: Curb to Curb
- Payment Types: Cash
Schedule
| Day | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:30 AM | 4:00 AM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM | 4:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM | 4:00 AM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM | 4:00 AM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM | 4:00 AM |
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