Council on Aging - COA - Charge Revised January 2006

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COUNCIL ON AGING (COA) Members: 11 Appointed by: Town Manager with Selectmen's approval Length of Term: 3 year term Appointments made: June 1 Meeting Times: 2nd Wednesday of each month at 3:30 p.m Description: The Council on Aging provides policy guidance in the operation of the Senior Center, which coordinates and carries out programs designed to meet the needs of the aging. These programs are developed in collaboration with programs of the Mass. Department of Elder Affairs and others. Its activities include the provision of congregate meal and home delivered meals, counseling and recreation for the elderly, Social Day Care program, Senior Health Monitor Program, Property Tax Work Off Program, tax assistance, health clinics, exercise classes, library and education programs, newsletter, outreach, and advocacy. Criteria for Membership: Open to people with an active interest in elder affairs. Ref: Lexington Code Chapter 35; MGL Chapter 40 §813 Selectmen designated as Special Municipal Employees on January 8, 1984. Selectmen reaffirmed designation as Special Municipal Employees on January 18, 2006.