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In addition to phone call, text, you can now email the center receptionist. Despite the large amount though, Squindo said that the town was able to return all of those calls by the end of that first week. /I1 43 0 R And as Agawam Mayor Bill Sapelli. Residents in this age group from Agawam and Feeding Hills just have to dial this number, and leave their name and phone number after the message prompt. By offering takeout meals we maintain social distancing, but people who need [the meal] can get one, Squindo said of this new service. We are constantly working to improve the ways we can best serve you and would appreciate any feedback you have to offer. The system is cumbersome, contradictory, and asks residents over 75 to navigate a haze of web links, locations, and instructions, each with different criteria and scheduling systems. /BleedBox [-7.086609 -7.086609 619.0866 799.0866] Information found on CountyOffice.org is strictly for informational purposes and does not construe legal, financial or medical advice. Residents of Agawam and Feeding Hills can call the Agawam Senior Center at 821-0605 where a message will prompt them to press 7. Vaccines are free, but residents may need medical insurance information and their email address when calling the senior center. Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. As we return to a new normal, we are working hard to improve options for you to know what is going on at the senior center. 0. We are talking about the crowd that gathers every first Wednesday of the month at the Agawam Senior Center for a session of ballroom dancing. "Theres very limited doses available from the state to the local municipalities from week-to-week, said Squindo. Residents in Agawam and Feeding Hills are encouraged to call the hotline Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. West Springfield is also only allocated about 100 vaccines per week from the state, according to Carly Camossi, the mayors outreach coordinator in the city. << We converted the senior center into a call center for vaccinations.. /MC1 42 0 R AGAWAM They can twirl, sway and chasse their way across . All Rights Reserved. >> Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Suggest Listing Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. He said the Friends of the Agawam Senior Center also put out what Squindo described as "a blast" in their monthly newsletter asking for local businesses and residents to consider contributing toward the cost as well. >> >> With Richie Mitnick on the keyboards, a dozen or so couples fill the dance floor with traditional ballroom dances like the foxtrot as well as line dances. On Page 5 please look for our movies that will be on Friday. >> Class is held in the Auditorium CHANNEL12 PROGRAMINGDAILY Popularity:#2 of 2 Senior Centers in Hampden County#21 of 27 Senior Centers in Massachusetts#653 in Senior Centers. Charlie Bakers Phase 2 eligible cohort elders 75 years of age and older could manage. On Monday, state Sen. John C. Velis, D-Westfield, presented a $75,000 check to the senior center. /I3 47 0 R Currently you can register for lunch at the touch-screens or by calling a day before; and for all other programs by contacting us at 413-821-0604 ext. In the message posted on Jan. 28, Reichelt indicated that elders 75 years of age and older could begin registering for appointments at the towns Senior Center, which will be administering the shots as the towns vaccine supply arrives. endobj State Sen. John C. Velis, D-Chicopee, and Mayor William Sapelli presented a $75,000 check to Agawam Senior Center director Mike Squindo for a new van. Consider applying to be a volunteer for the Council on Aging. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). 1 0 obj Here on the town website you will find a brief overview of what we have to offer. We had to unfortunately take down that public site because people arent refraining from registering everywhere and anywhere they can, said Squindo. /GS5 40 0 R /F7 35 0 R /F2 15 0 R Email Kristina Lynch with questions or to register, The Town of Agawam36 Main StreetAgawam, MA 01001. Council on Aging & Senior Center Contact Us Form Physical Address 954 Main Street Agawam, MA 01001 Phone: 413-821-0604 Fax: 413-789-4092 Directory Michael Squindo Executive Director Email Director Phone: 413-726-2835 Kristina Lynch Assistant Director Email for Programs, Volunteering, and Facilities Phone: 413-726-2836 Outreach Coordinator /Order [76 0 R] This group of individuals is prepared to answer your questions on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. And for those with limited ability to navigate the internet, there is no access to appointment booking at all, said Lesser in a statement received by Reminder Publishing. /ColorSpace << Agawam Senior Center | Agawam MA People who want to go that route should however use the state website to register, rather than the Agawam/Feeding Hills hotline. 3 0 obj AGAWAM/WEST SPRINGFIELD The Eastfield Mall mass vaccination site opened for appointments on Jan. 27, but navigating the online procedure to secure one of the original 10,000 slots proved more than many members of Gov. All rights reserved (About Us). We recognize that seniors either dont have access to the necessary resources, or are uncomfortable using those resources, said Michael Squindo, the director at the Agawam Senior Center. /F3 19 0 R << endobj The Phase 2 vaccine rollout is creating mass confusion and anxiety for our eligible senior population. All rights reserved (About Us). According to Squindo, the senior center is working with the Agawam Park & Recreation Department, as well as other departments in the city, to assist the elderly with signing up for the vaccine. Also you can sign up for regular lunches online at: www.myactivecenter.com 44 2 shares Share Those who called the hotline and booked for the towns clinic will get two appointments for the two doses of the vaccine, according to Squindo. The IT Department worked very quickly and efficiently to get us set up, and at least have a basic structure ready to go, said Squindo. This will take them to a recorded message where they can leave their name and phone number for assistance in registering for the vaccine. Contact Us. . endobj The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Reminders Publishing. These programs, such as lunch, specifically note so in our newsletter. Agawam, MA 01001 413-821-0604 Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm Facebook: @AgawamSeniors Website: www.agawam.ma.us Fax: 413-789-4092 EVENT HIGHLIGHT Check Page 5 for a refreshing Summer Greek Salad Recipe. Mitnick says he likes to mix in a few line dances because it allows those who come without partners to get up and have fun. The Senior Center provides programs to meet the needs and interests of seniors, including recreational and leisure programs, health and wellness programs, cultural programs, and classes. 2021 6 0 obj 0. 2021 >> Be sure to check out all the various resources on our pages, and know that if you have any questions we are only a phone call away. | Ryan Feyrerfeyre@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com, West Springfield and Agawam continue to assist residents 75 years of age and older with registering for vaccine clinics. >> /Pages 3 0 R >> stream The staff will then put those residents on a list, and fit them for an appointment as soon as the city can. The Agawam Senior Center, located in Agawam, MA, is a community center that offers a range of programs and services for aging residents of Hampden County. As of 2/10/2022 our receptionists now have the ability to correspond via email. The money, provided through the American Rescue Plan Act and allocated by the state, will assist the center by improving transportation accessibility for local seniors with the purchase of a new van. Carroll County Government | Online Senior Center Newsletter Carroll County, Maryland Telephone 410-386-2400 TT users (MD Relay) 711-735-2258 800-735-2258 Home Government Directory Citizen Services Aging & Disabilities Senior and Community Centers Online Senior Center Newsletter Online Senior Center Newsletter Click for PDF! /F5 27 0 R I get great joy for performing for these dances, said Mitnick. /Count 12 Please feel free to follow the link to view it digitally. Its great seeing so many active seniors having such a great time. /OFF [] If you have not attended the Agawam Senior Center before, you probably have not heard me say "make sure you check-in!" I want to take a moment to personally thank you for your interest in our Senior Center. As of press time, there have been around 530 seniors who have called to book an appointment for a vaccine clinic. The town is prepared to also register people for a second clinic, but Squindo said that they can only work with what they have now. %PDF-1.5 The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Also on Page 5 is information on our 4 week nutritional education series. Residents age 65 and older, who will be part of the Phase 2 second cohort, can call and provide the same information by pressing 3. One hundred vaccines is not a ton, but it is a good starting block for us because once were good doing that 100, that means we can amp it up, said Camossi. /TrimBox [0 0 612 792] - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Reminders Publishing. /FitWindow true The problem however, according to Squindo, is that there is no way to limit a public registration to a geographical area, so people from Eastern Mass. Were currently working within the parameters of what we currently have, and what were able to do. Around 100 doses of the vaccine are coming into the town a week, according to Squindo. Our Latest Newsletter Services We Offer: Meals Transportation Outreach Recreation & Socialization COA Board of Directors Meeting Notices & Minutes Facebook Feb 27 Photos from West Springfield Council on Aging's post Our March newsletter is available now! This is a great group of folks who gather and help one another with tech related questions and issues. Reach a receptionist by emailing seniorcenter@agawam.ma.us, 4) Text with us by sending a message to 855-929-3449 (note you must be a member of the COA - Fill out our membership form to join! The building opens to the public at 6:15 PM. He said individuals wishing to take advantage of this service must order the meal the day before before 4 p.m. We strongly encourage you to register to receive a digital copy by email every month.