Massachusetts Councils on Aging

Staying connected is a powerful part of staying healthy. Positive social interaction is incredible for your mental health, and it can even support your physical health. Councils on Aging create welcoming spaces where friendships grow naturally: over meals, classes, and shared activities. A strong community is part of a healthy life. Who do you enjoy spending time with? Tag them or give them a call today!

Today we recognize the emergency medicine professionals who support our well-being in times of crisis. Their work helps older adults stay healthy, independent, and supported. Give a shoutout to a healthcare worker you appreciate!

Today we honor LGBTQ+ older adults and recognize their strength, resilience, and contributions. Creating inclusive, welcoming communities is essential, and Councils on Aging are proud to support all older adults. Everyone deserves to feel seen, valued, and supported.

Scams targeting older adults are unfortunately common, but knowledge is one of the best defenses. The most important thing to remember is that if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/

🎥✨ What an unforgettable day at the 2026 MCOA Spring Symposium! ✨ Highlights from the 2026 MCOA Spring Symposium! 🎥 Thank you to our attendees, presenters, sponsors, and partners for an incredible day of connection, professional development, collaboration, and innovation across the aging network. 💡❤️ Special thanks to our presenting sponsors, AARP Massachusetts and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, along with: ✨ Amramp ✨ Guardian Angel Senior Services ✨ LPi Communities ✨ Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage ✨ MySeniorCenter ✨ The Vascular Care Group Together, we continue building stronger, more connected communities for older adults across Massachusetts.

🧠 Mental Health Matters—for You and Your Community Join us for an upcoming FREE webinar with experts from McLean Hospital, a national leader in mental health education and training. These sessions are designed for professionals, caregivers, and community members—offering practical tools, real-world insights, and strategies you can use right away to better support others and yourself. 💬 Whether you're working with older adults, supporting caregivers, or just looking to strengthen your own mental wellness, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect. 👇 Save your spot today: Register for the Webinar 💡 Bonus: Can’t attend live? Many sessions are recorded so you can watch later!

Receptionists keep things running smoothly, answer questions, and help connect people to the services they need. They're the first impression at our centers, and truly set the tone. Help us thank the front desk heroes who make our communities feel like home!

What we eat fuels how we feel. Many Senior Centers offer nutritious meals, cooking programs, and nutrition education to support healthy aging. Check out your local COA to learn more about the resources they offer. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated, it just has to work for you. What’s your go-to healthy meal or snack?

Meditation is a simple way to relax your mind, reduce stress, and improve focus. And don’t worry, there’s no “perfect” way to do it. Even a taking a minute or two to pay closer attention to your surroundings can make a difference. Have you tried meditation before? Share what works for you! 🔗 Learn more: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/

💐 This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating the women who shaped us, guided us, and taught us what it means to care for others. The mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures in our lives taught us lessons that continue to inspire the work we do every day advocating for older adults: ❤️ Lead with kindness ❤️ Listen with patience ❤️ Show up for your community ❤️ Treat everyone with dignity and respect ❤️ Never underestimate the power of compassion Their wisdom lives on in the way we support, uplift, and champion older adults across Massachusetts. Today, we honor all mothers — those with us, those we miss deeply, and those who nurture others through love, guidance, and care. Thank you for helping shape generations of advocates, caregivers, and community builders. 🌷 Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at MCOA! 💕

Health isn’t just physical, it’s mental too. Taking time to care for your mind can improve your mood, memory, and overall well-being. COAs offer social programs, classes, and activities that can keep your mind engaged and spirits lifted. Try doing puzzles, attending a class, or exploring a creative hobby! A healthy mind helps support a healthy life. What helps you stay mentally sharp or relaxed?

🏛️ Advocacy in Action at the Massachusetts State House! This week, MCOA joined Council on Aging leaders, staff, older adults, and advocacy partners from across the Commonwealth at the State House to speak up for the programs and services that help older adults live safely, independently, and with dignity in their communities. 💙 Together with our partners — Mass Aging Access, AARP Massachusetts, Mass Senior Action Council, and many others — we advocated for continued investment in: ✅ Council on Aging Formula Grant Funding ✅ Service Incentive Grant (SIG) Funding ✅ Healthy aging initiatives ✅ Nutrition, transportation, social connection, and caregiver supports ✅ Programs that keep older adults active, engaged, and thriving COA staff from communities across Massachusetts brought residents directly to meet with legislators and share powerful stories about the real impact senior centers and aging services have every single day. These conversations matter — and so does the future of aging services in Massachusetts. When we invest in older adults, we invest in stronger, healthier communities for everyone. 🌟 #MCOA #Advocacy #HealthyAging #AgingWell #CouncilsOnAging #SeniorCenters #OlderAdults #Massachusetts #AgeFriendly #CommunityMatters #StateHouse #AgingServices