Resources & Services
We offer a broad range of services to serve the needs and interests of those adults who are 55 and older, as well as their families.
Financial Services
Health Insurance Counselling - SHINE: Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders.
For information call 508-696-4205.Fuel Assistance - application assistance. Applications are taken November 1.
Call Catie at 508-696-4205 or email her a cblake@tisburyma.govBegin your application online at: Portal - Customer Portal
Tax Assistance is provided by AARP volunteers during tax season.
Call 508-696-4205 to sign up, space is limited.
Legal Resources
Elder Law (Legal Advice) - provided by Arthur Bergeron Elder Law Attorney By appointment
Health Care Proxies
Protective Services
Health Care
Health Screening - Blood Pressure Screening - 1st Tuesday 9:30am - 10:30 am
Medical Equipment Loans
Referral to the Supportive Day - operated by MV Center For Living 508-627-0207
Referral to help for Caregivers Who Are Caring for One with Alzheimer's Disease
Referral for Home Care
Home Safety Modification Program - to make your home safer to prevent falls
Companion to help with shopping and errands. Call 508-696-4205
Shopping and Errands assistance is available call 508-696-4205
New service for transportation to ophthalmology center in Sandwich! Van is offered to take residents to Sandwich. Call the Vineyard Transit Authority to make a reservation on the van after making an appointment with the ophthalmologist. Register with VTA before making a reservation. Call 508-693-9440.
Meals & Groceries
Varied fruit and veggies up for grabs daily
About — Island Grown Initiative of Martha's Vineyard Seniors (60 and over) may shop in person on Fridays from 12:00 - 1:45 PM
All other clients registered with the Food Pantry must sign up to shop online using the Smart Choice App.
Fish Distribution during Bluefish Derby September - October
Congregate Lunch is served on Thursdays. Call 508 744 8618 (on Monday) to reserve your spot
Holiday Meals - Meals On Wheels - watch for dates to order. If you would like a dinner delivered call 508-696-4205
Transportation
GoGoGrandparents is a program that helps older adults get to appointments. Order rides for seniors, groceries, prescription medications, meals, home chores and more with a simple phone call. Call the Council on Aging at 508-696-4205 or Healthy Aging Cindy Trish at 508-954-0357.
Vineyard Transit Authority Announces Fare-Free Program Starting November 29, 2024, Through September 30, 2025.
Well-Being & Safety
Personal Tracking System - Project Lifesaver
Personal Emergency Response System - Lifeline Medical alert
Daily Check-in Calls - Telephone Reassurance
Balance Improvement & Strengthening Exercise
Friendly Visits
On-Island Electric Vehicle Chargers
Tisbury Senior Center: Level 2 charger
Tisbury Town Hall Annex: Level 2 charger
Oak Bluffs Town Hall: 2 level 2 chargers
West Tisbury Library: 2 level 2 chargers
Chilmark Fire/EMS Complex: 4 level 2 chargers
Aquinnah Cliffs: 2 level 2 chargers
Aquinnah Town Hall: 2 level 2 chargers
Edgartown Harborview: 1 level 3 charger for Tesla
Edgartown Park & Ride: 4 level 2 chargers
Edgartown Airport: 2 level 2 chargers Rescue/ Firefighting Building