Town Departments
Veterans Benefits
Contact: Peter Harvell
150 Concord Street, Room B-7
Framingham, MA 01702
508-532-5515
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Framingham Disability Commission
Contact: Karen Foran Dempsey
10 Bellefontaine Avenue
Framingham, MA 01701
508-532-5540
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Home Delivered Meals
Elder Nutrition Program, BayPath Elder Services, Inc.
508-532-5515
The Elder Nutrition Program at BayPath delivers nutritious meals to seniors who are unable to leave their homes due to illness, disability or frailty. The purpose of the program is to encourage better health, reduce isolation and promote independence.
Community Dining Sites
BayPath Congregate Meals Program
BayPath provides lunch programs for seniors at six locations in our service area. These programs provide opportunities for socialization and companionship, while enjoying a well-balanced “home cooked” meal. BayPath requests a voluntary contribution of $3.00 per meal. No one will be refused a meal due to the inability to contribute. Please call the location and let them know at least 24 hours in advance.
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Meals available at:
Pearl Street Cupboard & Cafe
10 Pearl Street
Framingham, MA 01702
888-811-3291x4922
Meal times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 12 p.m.
Rose Kennedy Community Room
1 Rose Kennedy Lane
Framingham, MA 01702
Meal times: Tuesday, Thursday at 12 p.m.
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Food Pantries
Hope Worldwide New England
214 Concord Street
Framingham, MA
508-848-2401
Distribution: Wed, Sat 9-12:00
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Lucy and Joe Press Food Pantry
JFS of MetroWest
475 Franklin Street, Suite 101
Framingham, MA 01702
508-875-3100
Distribution coordinated through area social service agencies
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Metro West Harvest
300 Howard Street
Framingham, MA 01702
508-788-3663
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Pearl Street Cupboard & Café
10 Pearl Street
Framingham, MA
888-811-3291x4922
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St. Bridget’s Food Pantry
15 Wheeler Ave
Framingham, MA 01702
508-875-5959
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Salvation Army Food Pantry
35 Concord Street
Framingham, MA
508-875-3341
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Grocers that deliver to Framingham
Peapod, a Stop & Shop delivery service
800-573-2763
www.peapod.com
Internet orders $60 minimum order, fee $9.95, $100 or more, fee $6.95
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Roche Bros.
781-694-5442
www.rochebros.com
No minimum order, fee $9.95 for internet orders, $14.95 for call-in order
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Pharmacies that deliver to Framingham
V-Care Pharmacy and Surgical Supplies
151 Cochituate Road
Framingham, MA 01701
508-202-9993
www.myvcarepharmacy.com
Free blister packaging and delivery
Milford Family Pharmacy
105 East Main Street
Milford, MA 01757
774-233-0483
Free delivery Monday through Friday. Allow 24 hours for delivery. Blister packs and flow packs available.
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Eaton Apothecary
23 Maple Street
Milford, MA
774-462-3200
Expanded delivery area for "Medicine-On-Time" bubble packs
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| The stone columns of the Framingham Historical Society’s “Old Academy” building make it one of the most unique architectural landmarks in the region/Photo by Stephen Corso |
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Laundries that pick up and deliver to Framingham
Spin Cycle Laundry Services
860-224-7746
Pickup and delivery, wash, dry, fold laundry
$25.00 per 20-pound bag; $1.23 per pound over 20
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Framingham State University’s
scenic campus/Photo by Stephen Corso |
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Medical Escorts
Jewish Family Service of Metrowest (JFS) Elder Care Solutions - Patient Navigator Program
475 Franklin Street, Suite 101
Framingham, MA 01702
508-875-3100x110
PatientNav@jfsmw.org
www.jfsmweldercare.org/node/50
Trained volunteers accompany older adults to medical appointments, providing support and guidance to help older adults get the information and care they need; program is available free of charge for older adults living in Framingham and the surrounding area.
LGBT+ Ally Patient Navigator Expansion
With support from the Tufts Health Plan Foundation Momentum Fund and the Cummings Foundations Sustaining Grant, the JFS Patient Navigator program has expanded its reach into the local older adult LGBT+ community to combat the health disparities that effect LGBT+ older adults and to break down the barriers that these individuals face in health care settings. Download the Flyer
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Transportation
Callahan Center
508-532-5980
Volunteers for medical, social, food shopping; call social services department at least one week before trip
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Busy Bee
508-881-2120
Framingham - local trips only
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MART (Medicaid Transportation)
800-854-9928
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MetroWest Regional Transit Authority
888-996-9782
Fixed route bus service
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MW RIDE
508-820-4650
Disability based, no trip purpose required; application process through MW Call Center
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Dial-a-Ride
508-820-4650
Framingham to Boston area - medical trips only; application process through MW Call Center; 65 and over and under 65 with qualifying disability
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Tommy’s Taxi
508-872-3500
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Blackstone Valley Limo
877-278-4464
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Home Health Care, Homemaking and Personal Care Agencies in Framingham
Support Groups in Framingham
Callahan Center Support Groups
535 Union Avenue
Framingham, MA
Call social services at 508-532-5980
Caregiver Support Group
Fourth Wednesday of the month, 1 p.m.
Evening Caregiver Support Group
Second Tuesday of the month, 6-7 p.m.
Bereavement Support Group
Second and fourth Tuesday of every month, 1-2:30 p.m.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
Second Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m. First time attendees, call Lisa: 508-532-5980 for a pre-screening
Better Breathers Support Group
Second Wednesday of the month (Except August), 12-1 p.m.
Diabetes Support Group
Last Tuesday of the month, 10-11:30 a.m.
Low Vision Support Group
Third Wednesday of the month, 1-2:30 p.m.
Parkinson's Support Group
Third Tuesday of the month, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
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Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
Heritage Assisted Living
747 Water Street
Framingham, MA 01701
Contact: Judy Sabol
First Thursday of the month, 1-2 p.m.
508-788-6050 x120
Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
St. Patrick's Manor
863 Central Street
Framingham, MA
Contact: Joan Murphy
Second Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m.
508-879-8000
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Mild Brain Injury Support Group
Saint Andrew's Church
Medical Arts Building 85 Lincoln Street
Framingham, MA
Contact: Barbara Webster
Second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
508-478-7539
Grandparent Caregiver Support Group
Framingham Family Resource Center
88 Lincoln Street
Framingham, MA
Contact: Robin Joyce
First and third Tuesdays of the month, 10-11:30 p.m.
508-469-3273
robin_joyce@waysideyouth.org
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Note: Scheduling of support groups is subject to change. Please call to confirm time, location and space availability before attending.
Memory Cafes in Framingham
A Brighter Day Memory Cafe
Callahan Center
535 Union Avenue
Framingham, MA 01702
508-875-3100x400
kblock@jfsmw.org
Meets the third Thursday of the month, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
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Elder Mental Health Resources in Framingham
Harmony Program at Mary Ann Morse at Heritage
Address: 747 Water Street
Framingham, MA 01701
Phone: 508-665-5300
Website: https://www.heritageassistedliving.org/harmony/
Note: 20 bed facility, unique assisted living program for seniors with mental health needs.
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Respite Care in Framingham
Adult Day Care Facilities in Framingham
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One of the familiar toy soldiers stands guard
outside the Town Hall during the holiday season
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New Communities/Windsor House Adult Day Center
89 Bethany Road
Framingham, MA 01702
Phone: 508-879-1771
Fax: 508-879-1780
framstaff@windsorhouse.org
www.windsorhouse.org
/Framingham.cfm
The Club - Adult Social Day Program
Mary Ann Morse at Heritage Senior Living Community
Address: 747 Water Street
Framingham, MA 01701
Phone: 508-665-5300
Website: www.heritageassistedliving.org/the-club
Email: kdemeo@heritageassistedliving.org
Note: M-F 9am – 3pm, you choose the days. Breakfast and lunch included, starts at $49 for 1 day.
Subsidized Housing in Framingham
Framingham Housing Authority
1 John J Brady Drive
Framingham, MA 01702
508-879-7562
John J. Brady Drive, Arsenal Road, Everit Avenue, John J. Gallagher Drive, Grant Street, Guadalcanal Road, 115 Cochituate Road, Normandy Road, Rose Kennedy Lane, 317 Hollis Street (Memorial House)
www.framha.org/
Shillman House
49 Edmands Road
Framingham, MA 01702
508-405-8602
www.jche.org/shillman.shtml
Jewish Community Housing for the Elderly, available for individuals of all backgrounds with one member 62 or older. Shillman House is a 150-unit independent living facility located in the Nobscot area of Framingham. A mixed-income property, Shillman House has both subsidized and market rent apartments. Market rent apartments include continental breakfast and a served, seated dinner Monday through Saturday and Sunday brunch, as well as light housekeeping every other week. These services can be purchased by those in subsidized units.
Edmands House
15 Edmonds Road
Framingham, MA 01702
508-283-7475
Section 8 (Federal Housing Program funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development)
| Claflin House
40 Taylor Street
508-872-5974
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Irving Square Apartments
75 Irving Street
508-875-4400
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Saxonville Village
1595 Concord Street
508-788-0802
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| Pelham Apartments
75 Second Street
508-872-6393
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Framingham Green
136 Maynard Road
508-872-0500
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Cochituate Homes
Interfaith Terrace
508-879-2956
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Assisted Living Facilities in Framingham
Carmel Terrace
933 Central Street
Framingham, MA 01701
508-788-8000
Traditional Units: 69
Alzheimer/Dementia Special Care Units: 0
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Brookdale Cushing Park
300 West Farm Pond Road
Framingham, MA 01702
508-628-7700
Traditional Units: 78
Alzheimer/Dementia Special Care Units: 22
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Mary Ann Morse at Heritage
747 Water Street
Framingham, MA 01701
508-665-5317
www.heritageassistedliving.org
Traditional Units: 58
Alzheimer/Dementia Special Care Units: 40
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Nursing Homes in Framingham
Bethany Health Care Center
97 Bethany Road
Framingham, MA 01701
508-872-6750
Number of beds: 101
Medicare certified, Medicaid certified, Respite services, Alzheimer’s designated unit, secured unit
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Carlyle Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
3342 Winter Street
Framingham, MA 01701
508-879-6100
Number of beds: 55
Medicare certified, Medicaid certified, Respite services, Hospice, Wander Guard system
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Countryside Nursing Home
153 Winter Street
Framingham, MA 01701
508-872-5250
Number of beds: 30
Females only, Medicaid certified, Respite services, Hospice, Wander Guard system
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Kathleen Daniel Healthcare LLC
485 Franklin Street
Framingham, MA 01701
508-872-8801
Number of beds: 124
Medicare certified, Medicaid certified, Respite services, Hospice, Wander Guard system, secured unit
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Oak Knoll Health Care Center
9 Arbetter Drive
Framingham, MA 01702
508-877-3300
Number of beds: 123
Medicare certified, Medicaid certified, Respite services, Hospice, Wander Guard system
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Resident Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
220 Concord Street
Framingham, MA 01702
508-879-6420
Number of beds: 91
Medicare certified, Medicaid certified, Respite services, Hospice, secured unit
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St. Patrick’s Manor
863 Central Street
Framingham, MA 01701
508-879-8000
Number of beds: 333
Medicare certified, Medicaid certified, Respite services, Hospice, Wander Guard system, Alzheimer’s designated unit, secured unit
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In-Home Hospice Agencies in Framingham
MetroWest Home Care & Hospice
85 Lincoln Street
Framingham, MA 01702
508-383-7000
Hospitals in Framingham
MetroWest Medical Center – Framingham Union Hospital
115 Lincoln Street
Framingham, MA 01702
508-383-1000
www.mwmc.com/home
Clinics in Framingham
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center
354 Waverly Street
Framingham MA 01702
508-270-5700
Accepts: Uninsured, Underinsured, Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid
Income: All income levels accepted
Fees: Sliding scale available
Languages
Spoken: English
Services: Primary Care, Counseling/Mental Health Services, Medical Services
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Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center
32 Concord Street
Framingham MA 01702
508-370-0113
Accepts: Uninsured, Underinsured, Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid
Income: All income levels accepted
Fees: Sliding scale of fees based on income
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish, Portuguese
Services: Medical Services, Dental Services
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MetroWest Free Medical Program – Framingham
110 Edgell Road
Framingham MA 01701
508-656-0885
www.metrowestfree
medicalprogram.org
/index.php/patient-services
Accepts: Uninsured Only
Income: Low Income
Fees: Free/No fee
Languages Spoken: English
Services: Women's Health Services, Vision Services, Social Services, Pharmacy Services, Counseling/Mental Health Services, Application Assistance.
By appointment only
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Advocates Community Counseling
354 Waverly Street
Framingham, MA 01702
508-661-2020
counseling@advocatesinc.org
www.advocates.org
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