Department of Elder and Human Services

Department of Elder and Human Services A home away from home

Department of Elder & Human Services

Director, Diane Tynan
Outreach Worker,
Vicky DiMaria
Program Coordinators
Marylou Sullivan
Principle Clerk, Beth Barrera
Clerk, Linda Friel
Bus Drivers, Steve Genatassio,
Rich D'Attanasio, Fred Rausa, Al
Widberg, Bob Trayers & Jim Paschal

Council on Aging Board: Janet Walrod, Chairman, Elaine Gilmore, Vice-Chair,
Doctor John Crowe, Ellen Donovan, Jane Pratt, John Thoener, and Rich Kulas.

Friday, June 12, 2026Another engaging day at the Senior Center/DEHS🧘‍♀️ Yoga 🃏 Beginners Bridge🦶🏻Reflexology 🤝Grief Supp...
06/12/2026

Friday, June 12, 2026

Another engaging day at the Senior Center/DEHS

🧘‍♀️ Yoga

🃏 Beginners Bridge

🦶🏻Reflexology

🤝Grief Support (no photo)

🎶Adult Chorus End of Season Concert

🎲 Rummikub

Our drivers were busy taking folks shopping and to medical appointments

Another great day of connection 💚

"Be the best version of you "

06/12/2026
🎶 What a wonderful afternoon at DEHS/Canton Senior Center! 🎶We enjoyed the Canton Adult Chorus Spring Concert, led by Cr...
06/12/2026

🎶 What a wonderful afternoon at DEHS/Canton Senior Center! 🎶

We enjoyed the Canton Adult Chorus Spring Concert, led by Crosby Goshgarian and accompanied by Nune Hakobyan. Thank you to all of the talented performers for sharing your music and bringing joy and to everyone who came out to enjoy the music! 🌸🎵

06/12/2026

Spring concert- happening now.

Thursday, June 11, 2026Another busy day at the Senior Center/DEHSSport Fit with Sherry BoulangerSit Fit with Sherry Boul...
06/11/2026

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Another busy day at the Senior Center/DEHS

Sport Fit with Sherry Boulanger

Sit Fit with Sherry Boulanger

Podiatry Clinic with Dr McLaughlin

Art Journaling with Angela Powers

🀄 Mahjong

Barre Class with Sam Cox

🎶John Clark presentation State Songs

T'ai Chi with Vince Jornales

📋 Social Services
Visits, phone calls and emails supporting our residents

📞 Community Support
Lots of calls and assistance

Transportation 🚐
Our drivers continue to keep everyone moving going to activities, errands and Doctor appointments

"You only fail when you stop trying "

06/11/2026

A Heat Advisory is in effect from noon today through 8 PM Friday for much of southern New England away from the ocean influence. Heat index values near or above 100°F are possible. Stay hydrated, limit strenuous afternoon activity, use A/C if available, and wear light-colored clothing.

Wednesday, June 10, 2026Another busy day .....🚶‍♂️Walking group✨ Tai Chi with Vince Jornales 🩺 Blood Pressure Clinic wit...
06/10/2026

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Another busy day .....

🚶‍♂️Walking group

✨ Tai Chi with Vince Jornales

🩺 Blood Pressure Clinic with Canton BOH Nurse Volunteer Kathy Leavitt

🧎‍♀️Meditation with Angela Powers

🧘Beginner Yoga with Angela Powers

♠️ Duplicate Bridge

Bingo with Barbara Manley and Rich Kulas

Behind the scenes, staff worked hard all day to keep spaces clean and safely transition furniture to accommodate everyone comfortably. It truly takes a team effort at DEHS

🚐 Transportation Services continue — providing rides to programs, local errands, and the food pantry to ensure no one misses out on essential resources or activities.

🤝 Social Services continue — with home visits and ongoing phone support to keep our community connected and supported.

"Be a warrior not a worrier"

06/10/2026

Opening Day is stacked! 🤩 With over 40 vendors, community tables, a sponsor and fun for the kids, you aren’t gonna want to miss this Sunday on the lawn in front of the high school. Who are you most excited to see?

06/10/2026

On an 80-degree day, the temperature inside a car can rise to 100 degrees in minutes. are no place for kids, pets, or vulnerable adults. Never leave children, elders, or animals in a car unattended -- not even with the window cracked, not even for "just a minute." Learn more: http://ow.ly/Mw3o50Ow4sw

Address

500 Pleasant Street
Canton, MA
02021

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+17818281323

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