Most classes at the COA have a suggested donation of $4-$6 per class. Programs are generally free but may carry a small fee depending on the sponsor. See the Nutrition section of this website for more information regarding Meals.
The suggested donation for a one-way ride on the COA van is $2.00 in town and $4.00 out. Please contact the Transportation Coordinator at (781) 631-6225 for more information
Please call the COA and ask for our Outreach Coordinator. All information is strictly confidential.
Any Marblehead Resident, age 60 or older, or any resident under age 60, who is disabled for transportation purposes, is eligible to access the COA van. Please note This is curb-to-curb service. Riders must be able to get to and from the vehicle on their own or bring an escort to assist. Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance by calling (781) 639-3430. This is curb-to-curb service. Riders must be able to get to and from the vehicle on their own or bring an escort to assist.
Participants should be 55+ although there may be programs, such as the Caregivers or Bereavement Groups, lectures or other educational program that are open to all ages.
There is no membership fee. Most of our programs have a suggested donation of $4 – $6 per class. However, we do have several classes that do not have a fee. Check with our office if you are unsure.
You can contact the Council on Aging office at (781) 631-6225.
The Council on Aging is the municipal department for those age 55+ to access. The Senior Center, located at the Judy and Gene Jacobi Community Center is the site where most programs and services are offered.
Call Agespan (formerly North Shore Elder Services and Elder Services of Merrimack Valley @ 1-800-892-0890
NO. Any Marblehead Resident age 60 or over is eligible.
The Friends of the COA is a non-profit 501(3b) organization dedicated to raising funds to support programs and services of the COA. They have more than fifteen members who work diligently all year long. Each Fall, there is an annual fundraising mailing campaign to all Town residents age 50 and other events throughout the year to raise funds.
If you are interested in receiving the COA monthly newsletter via mail, the Friends collect $25/yr to cover postage.
The Council on Aging has an outreach Coordinator who can assist Marblehead Residents by connecting them to community based programs. SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Elders) volunteers offer free, unbiased Medicare counseling by appointment. Call (781) 631-6225 to schedule an appointment
Please click here to see the Senior Property Tax Work Off Program Page.
The COA offers programs and services to those age 55 and over. You will be surprised at the vigor and energy of our participants here at the Center. We offer a wide variety of exercise classes at different levels of fitness. In addition, we offer a number of interesting educational classes, trips and presentations that appeal to many age levels. Stop in at the Center and ask for a tour of the facility … you’ll see firsthand how “young” everyone is here.
No! All Participants must be independent and able to care for themselves. If you are in need of an Adult Day Care program or in-home care, we would be happy to refer you to those agencies in the nearby communities.