Council on Aging (COA)

Old Murdock Senior Center

Get Involved

We need volunteers! If you'd like to help out for an hour, for a day, or on a regular basis, please contact us! Individuals and groups are welcome. We can work with you to find the right fit!

Share Your Ideas

We want to know what you love at the Senior Center and what else you'd love to see happening here! Contact us and let us know your great ideas.

Calling All Life Long Learners

We are excited to start a Life Long Learning Skill Share program showcasing the skills, talents, and passions of our Seniors and residents, in interactive classes. Do you have a skill or expertise you'd like to teach others about? Have you traveled abroad or do you know a lot about a specific topic? We'd love for you to share what you know with our community. We can provide materials, marketing, and a small teaching stipend, and help you organize a class or seminar around what you'd like to teach. Examples include:

Sewing
Crocheting
Cooking
Photography

Services

Transportation

Let us help you get where you need to go!

Local Van Trips - Medical, Social, Shopping, etc.
Monday through Friday
9 am to 1 pm
$1 Suggested Donation
Out of Town Medical Rides
By appointment only. Costs range from $5 to $20 depending on distance.
Clark YMCA Shuttle
Monday through Friday
9 am to 11 am
$1 Suggested Donation
Grocery Store and Shopping Trips - Rides to Market Basket, Walmart, and other stores in Rindge, NH.
Saturdays and Mondays
9 am to 11 am
$2 Suggested Donation
Reservations are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

When you make your reservation, please let the staff know if you need transportation for a wheelchair. All rides need at least 48 hours advance notice. Same-day rides are not available.

SNAP Registration

You may qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to receive financial support to purchase food each month. Through a DTA-certified staff, we can sign you up right at the Senior Center.

Food Pantry (Deliveries Available)

The Senior Center has a small food pantry for members to access free of charge when needed. If you are in need of additional food with produce, meats, and dairy we can connect you with the Winchendon CAC for weekly in-person food pantry pick-ups or home deliveries. Rides are available to the CAC food pantry - contact the Senior Center.

SHINE Medicare Counseling

3rd Wednesday of the month
By appointment only
Certified counselors are available to assist you with questions about Medicare. Our services are free and unbiased: we are available to discuss all options related to Medicare and additional coverage, and we do not sell any plans. To make an appointment, call the Senior Center.

Meals on Wheels

MOC's Meals on Wheels program provides home-delivered meals to elders who need help preparing their meals. Hot, cold, or frozen meals are available in ready-to-eat microwavable containers. All meals include an entree, bread, fruit, and milk. Call the Senior Center for more information to sign up.

Social Service One-on-One Appointments

If you are struggling financially, emotionally, or in other ways please reach out. We offer wrap-around service coordination and one-on-one appointments with Community Health Workers and Financial Coaches to connect you with resources including Fuel Assistance, Housing, Health Care, Mental Health support, and other resources. Call 978-297-3155 to book an appointment. We all fall on hard times. If you are struggling, please reach out.

Mission

The mission of the Winchendon Council on Aging is to enrich the lives of the community senior population by providing educational programs, recreational activities, and referral and social services assistance and to advocate for our seniors while educating the community about the needs of its elderly.