Massachusetts Equipment Distribution Program | Specialized Telephone for People with Disabilities

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Learn About Competitive Electric Supply

This information is being shared by Peabody TRIAD. The Peabody TRIAD Council consists of Seniors and Law Enforcement working together to develop and implement policies and programs to reduce criminal victimization, promote crime prevention and safety awareness, and serve the needs of the senior community in Peabody. In addition, the Council designs and supports programs to improve the quality of life for our senior citizens. The Peabody TRIAD Council believes they have the ability to make a difference in our community and are dedicated to serving our city and its residents.  .

On October 30, 2019, the Attorney General's Community Engagement Division held a webinar on what Competitive Electric Supply is and how to avoid it.

Learn About the Rights that Protect You During the Cold Winter Months

This information is being shared by Peabody TRIAD in honor of National Preparedness Month. The Peabody TRIAD Council consists of Seniors and Law Enforcement working together to develop and implement policies and programs to reduce criminal victimization, promote crime prevention and safety awareness, and serve the needs of the senior community in Peabody. In addition, the Council designs and supports programs to improve the quality of life for our senior citizens. The Peabody TRIAD Council believes they have the ability to make a difference in our community and are dedicated to serving our city and its residents.  

As the cold weather returns to the Commonwealth, the Office of the Attorney General Maura Healey wants to remind Massachusetts residents and consumers of their rights and protections this winter when it comes to their sources of heat, heating systems, and utility bills. We invite you to join a webinar to learn about tips on avoiding scams more common in the winter months as well as your rights and protections during this season.

This webinar is a great way to learn about your rights as consumers but also to assist others in your community.

Join us! Register here today – for free – and join the staff from the Attorney General’s Office.

Learn How to Avoid Identity Theft and Scams

This information is being shared by Peabody TRIAD in honor of National Preparedness Month. The Peabody TRIAD Council consists of Seniors and Law Enforcement working together to develop and implement policies and programs to reduce criminal victimization, promote crime prevention and safety awareness, and serve the needs of the senior community in Peabody. In addition, the Council designs and supports programs to improve the quality of life for our senior citizens. The Peabody TRIAD Council believes they have the ability to make a difference in our community and are dedicated to serving our city and its residents.  .

On October 9, 2018, the Attorney General's Community Engagement Division held a webinar on avoiding identity theft and scams.

Resources for Senior Citizens

We are a library of resources for seniors and their families.  

All Publications are available in our online library as well as in print in our lobby at the Torigian Senior Center

AT THE CROSSROADS...Family Conversations about Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia & Driving - Publication by The Hartford

Safe Driving for a Lifetime - Family Conversations with Older Drivers - Publication by The Hartford

Clear horizons…A Quit-Smoking Guide for People 50 and Older - by The National Cancer Institute

Your Options for Financing Long-Term Care: A Massachusetts Guide - Division of Insurance

Assisted Living Resource Guide and Consumer Guide - Publication by Massachusetts Assisted Living Facilities Association

A Guide to Nursing Home Care - Publication by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health

MassBar Association 2014 Elder Law Education Program - by Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys together with the Massachusetts Bar Association

MEDICARE HOSPICE BENEFITS - by Department of Health & Human Services

The Calm Before the Storm..Disaster Planning, Alzheimer’s Disease and dimentia  - Publication by The Hartford

THE CONVERSATION PROJECT - Created by the Conversation Project and the Institute for Healthcare Improvement

PLANNING YOUR LEGACY - A Guide to Planning Your Will and Trust

ACTIVITIES..Ideas for Sharing Your Time Together! - Daily activities for Alzheimer patients - Publication by the alzheimer's association

DRIVERS 65 PLUS: CHECK YOUR PERFORMANCE..A Self Rating Tool with Facts and Suggestions for Safe Driving  - AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety

SAVVY SENIORS: - How to Avoid Financial Scams

DISASTER PREPAREDNESS GUIDE FOR CAREGIVERS | FEMA  - TAKE CONTROL IN 1-2-3 

MONEY SMART for Older Adults Resource Guide - Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR FINANCES  Help for Surviving Spouses - Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

If you have questions about the Library or resources for seniors, please contact Sheila at 978-531-2254 x118.

What is REAL ID?

ATTENTION ALL KOREAN WAR VETERANS: Eligible for Korean Ambassador for Peace medal

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SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone)

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SHINE provides FREE unbiased health insurance counseling information and assistance to Massachusetts residents with Medicare, their caregivers and those approaching Medicare eligibility.

​Statewide, there are more than 600 certified volunteer counselors trained to assist residents with Medicare.

​​To find a local counselor in a city or town near you click here or call 1-800-243-4636, option 3.​​