SENIOR GROUPS
Boston Seniors – meet in the community room, located on the lower level of the Boston Town Hall, every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 1 pm. For information contact Bill Davis 716-649-8427.
Boston Young at Heart – meet in the community room, located on the lower level of the Boston Town Hall, every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 1:30 pm. For information contact Carolyn Latosinski 716-941-6490.
NYS Stay Fit Dining Program
Boston Nutrition hosts lunch for Seniors age 60+, regardless of income, in the community room, located on the lower level of the Boston Town Hall, Monday – Friday at noon (no holidays). The suggested donation for seniors 60 and over is $3.00, add a bottomless cup of coffee or tea is free. A senior may bring a guest 59 or under for just $6.00.
After lunch activities include Bingo Mondays and cards Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. You need not be a Town of Boston Resident to attend, however you do need to call by Thursday to reserve your lunch for the following week. Menus are published in the Hamburg Pennysaver one week prior.
Contact Information:
Nutrition Coordinator, Theresa Horschel
Phone: 716-941-5773
Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
SENIOR RESOURCES
Erie County Senior Services
The mission of the Department of Senior Services of Erie County is to promote the well-being of all older adults through coordinated and cost-effective services which enhance their independence, dignity, and quality of life.
For County info, visit: Erie County Senior Services
Caring.com
Caring.com is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses and other loved ones. We have been featured on the Administration for Community Living, AARP, Forbes, and is referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the internet.
https://www.caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/new-york
Meals on Wheels for WNY
Volunteer drivers and servers always needed, 1 hour or less per day. Please contact Jolynn Keane 716-822-2002 ext. 21 or e-mail jkeane@mealsonwheelswny.org
Rural Transit Services
Volunteer drivers are needed, please call 716-662-8378.
STAR Tax Exemption
2015 application deadline is March 31, 2015. Seniors who previously received on Enhanced Star MUST REAPPLY. ALL NEW HOMEOWNERS be sure to apply.
Basic STAR – under 65 need not re-apply.
Applications available at the Boston Town Hall or at http://www.townofboston.com.
Exemption questions call Boston Assessor at 716-941-6113 x119. Hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Travel Resources for Seniors
Travelers’ Health: Senior Citizens
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/senior-citizens
Destinations for Travelers Over 60
https://tastingescapes.com/6-Best-Food-Wine-Destinations-For-Travelers-Over-60/
Seniors Travel Insurance
https://www.seniorliving.org/travel/insurance/
Seniors Traveling Solo: Some Great Solutions
https://seniorplanet.org/seniors-traveling-solo-four-great-solutions/