Social Services

The Council on Aging (COA) and The Upton Center continue to provide a full range of services to Upton residents 60 years of age, disabled, and low income individuals. Additionally, The Center serves as a focal point from which individuals of all ages can attain information and referrals for different services offered. The Center would like to think of itself as a resource engine for the community. The following services are available to disabled, low income, and elders in the Town of Upton:

• Transportation to medical appointments, pick up prescriptions, eyeglasses, and more. (Please call The Center for information on ride schedule and fees)
• Certified SH.I.N.E counselor on-site - Medicare and Health Insurance Needs
• Annual Fuel Assistance Program
• Medicare Part D information and assistance
• MassHealth information and assistance
• Home visit assessments/outreach or office appointments with our Social Services Coordinator
• Annual Flu Shot Clinics
• Podiatry clinics every other month by appointment
• Monthly Blood Pressure Clinic
• Tax Work-Off Program for Elders - This program was developed in 2005. Individuals over the age of 60 participate with differing skills and expertise. This program provides a way for participating elders in the community to get a tax reduction while Town residents benefit from their skills.
• Income Tax assistance each year with AARP Tax Program.
• FREE 911 cell phone program - call for more information
• SNAP - Food Stamp applications and assistance
• Holiday Assistance - food baskets, gift assistance
• Information regarding assistance from Salvation Army and about The Salvation Army Welfare Program
• R2 Discount Rate for National Grid
• List of local Food Pantries that service Upton (PDF)