Acton Senior Center

In celebration of National Falls Prevention Week, come take part in a free wellness screening event focused on helping you stay upright, active, and independent. Hosted by Rehab Health 360 in partnership with the American Physical Therapy Association’s Geriatrics Special Interest Group, this interactive event includes four hands-on screening stations: Vitals & Orthostatic Hypotension Check – Understand your blood pressure changes and how they may affect balance Timed “Up and Go” Test – Assess your mobility, cognitive ability and risk for falls during dual task Strength Screening – Understand how your lower extremity strength impacts your balance Four-Stage Balance Test –

Are you looking to get outside this autumn but worried about where to walk and how to avoid ticks and mosquitoes? Join Acton’s Community Conservation Specialist, Ian Bergemann, and Acton Public Health Nurse, Susan Sama, for a presentation on how to safely navigate the outdoors this fall. Learn how to prevent tick and mosquito borne illnesses, how to find trails in town, and what apps you can use to identify wildlife! Open to all age 60+/free

Remaining independent, staying safe, and thriving are all goals that will be discussed with Melissa Lee and Patricia Jacotin from Oasis Senior Advisors. Join them to navigate the ins and outs of senior living options—from aging in place to community living—and to tackle your questions about costs, planning for the future, managing care needs or dementia care, and finding social engagement. Enjoy light snacks and beverages while you learn more about the next steps to consider what will work best for you. Please register with the Council on Aging (COA): 978-929-6652. Open to all 60+/free           

Enjoy Southern buttermilk chicken, potatoes, green beans & dessert for $5.00. Please sign up prior to event. Please call the Senior Center @ 978-929-6652. Open to all 60+

AB student Matt will be here to assist you with any of your tech needs or questions. No appointment necessary just stop by and see him in the lounge. For all ages 60+

 Join us at the Council on Aging for Beef Taco Cheese Casserole, cornbread, corn chips & dessert for $3.00. Sign up is required. Please call the Senior Center @ 978-929-6652.

AB student Matt is excited to lead a special discussion group focused on sharing your life stories and wisdom with younger generations. Whether it's a cherished memory, a life lesson, or a turning point in your journey, your voice matters. Join Matt in a relaxed, meaningful conversation about how you would like your story to be heard and remembered. Let’s connect generations one story at a time. Open to all 60+/free

Upgrade your iPhone home screen with widgets that will display pictures, shortcuts into apps, and make your iPhone more accessible. Instructions will be given on how to install widgets during each class and each individual will be able to personalize their iPhone with either pictures of friends, family, or bigger icons of various apps. Class is led by our summer intern and long-time volunteer Sarah Willard.  Open to all 60+/free