Council on Aging

Council on Aging Board unanimously elects officers for 2026-27 term. Carol Plotkin remains Chair, with Rich Greif as Vice Chair and Sherri Oken as Secretary, in a unanimous vote by the four-member board. Director Karen Burke reported through absent notes that a new Landice rehab-grade treadmill has

Wakefield Council on Aging approves March financial reports amid board recruitment challenges. The council unanimously approved March 11 meeting minutes and the March financial report, with the budget remaining on track despite anticipated spring van repairs and a new center vehicle arriving in

Council on Aging unanimously votes to address snow-removal barriers for local seniors. The board approved a motion by Chair Carol Plotkin to draft a letter to the Department of Public Works requesting a discussion about snow removal procedures for people with mobility issues, citing concerns that

Wakefield Council on Aging approves budget with expanded driver hours. The Town Council granted the board's request to increase driver hours to include Fridays, a centerpiece of the budget now slated for Town Meeting presentation. Director Karen Burke reported one new hire and several interviews

Council on Aging approves budgets, plans service expansion. The Wakefield Council on Aging unanimously approved its November and December 2025 financial reports, both showing the budget on track with $4,009.70 remaining in the fund. Director Karen Burke reported the department is planning to