Free Oral Cancer Screening

In April, there will be two FREE oral cancer screening/educational events from 10-11:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided; includes bingo with prizes, presentations and financial info. The public is welcome. April 4th at Caroline Street Apartments 26 Caroline Street, New Bedford

Self-Improvement Classes

Self-Improvement Classes are presented by Buzzards Bay Speech Therapy. The classes are intended for adults who are experiencing challenges in memory, self expression, speech clarity, independent living or social connectedness. Funding for this program is provided by Coastline. The classes are held at North Dartmouth Super Stop and Shop, 2nd floor, 25 Faunce Corner Road, […]

My Life, My Health

MY LIFE, MY HEALTH is a six-week, evidence-based program that has helped thousands of people with chronic health conditions - such as heart disease, COPD, diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, arthritis, kidney disease and depression -  take control of their health and achieve a better quality of life. The program will be held Tuesdays at 1 p.m. […]

A Matter of Balance

A MATTER OF BALANCE: Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning, eight-week Evidence-Based Program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. The class will run on Wednesdays starting April 10, 2019 for eight weeks at the Buttonwood Senior Center. The program is free. To […]

Savvy Caregiver Program

The Savvy Caregiver is a 12-hour training program delivered in two-hour sessions over a six-week period. The program is focused on providing instructional material for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers. The program teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to handle the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Results have shown the training […]

Health Fair at Buttonwood Senior Center

Health Fair at the Buttonwood Senior Center April 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The health fair will have food, activities, vendors and a visit from the Southcoast Wellness Van.

Bench Dedication

Please join District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III at the Dartmouth Council on Aging on Friday, April 12th at 2 p.m. The DA's Office will be dedicating two benches to the senior center in honor of National Crime Victims' Awareness Week. The Dartmouth Council on Aging is located at 628 Dartmouth Street, Dartmouth, MA 02748.

Self-Improvement Classes

Self-Improvement Classes are presented by Buzzards Bay Speech Therapy. The classes are intended for adults who are experiencing challenges in memory, self expression, speech clarity, independent living or social connectedness. Funding for this program is provided by Coastline. The classes are held at North Dartmouth Super Stop and Shop, 2nd floor, 25 Faunce Corner Road, […]

A Matter of Balance

A MATTER OF BALANCE: Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning, eight-week Evidence-Based Program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. The class will run on Tuesdays starting January 15, 2019 for eight weeks at the Buttonwood Senior Center. The program is free. To […]

Savvy Caregiver Program

The Savvy Caregiver is a 12-hour training program delivered in two-hour sessions over a six-week period. The program is focused on providing instructional material for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers. The program teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to handle the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Results have shown the training […]