Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc.

06/10/2026

Don't miss our Free Medicare Virtual Seminar June 18!

06/02/2026

Some Medicare beneficiaries are receiving new Medicare cards with new numbers. Medicare is sending these new cards with a letter explaining why a new number has been issued.

If you received a new card, here are a few things to do:

--Verify the Letter: Ensure the letter is from an official source, such as CMS or the Department of Health and Human Services. Legitimate mail will include instructions on when the new number becomes effective. If you aren’t sure if mail from Medicare is legitimate, call 1-800-Medicare or MA SMP 978-946-1352 and ask.

--Update Your Providers: You must give the new number to your doctors, pharmacists, and insurance companies immediately. Using the old, deactivated number can cause claims to be rejected.

--Destroy the Old Card: Once the new card is active, safely shred your old paper card to prevent anyone from finding and using the old number.

--Watch for Scams: Medicare will never call you to "verify" or "activate" a new card. If someone calls asking for your new or old MBI, it is a scam; just hang up. If you suspect a Medicare scam, contact your local SMP program https://www.masmp.org/

04/28/2026

Save the dates for the "Death Over Dinner" series! Every Wednesday in May, 4 to 6 PM, get practical advice about end-of-life planning -- not a happy subject, but one none of us can ignore.

All at the Adams Council on Aging, 3 Hoosac St. Registration required; call the COA at 413-743-8333.

04/13/2026

Buy a Big Y bag, help Elder Services!

Through the end of April, when you purchase this reusable bag (the one in the photo below saying "It's more than food. It's community.") at the Pittsfield Big Y on West Street, a portion of the proceeds from that bag sale benefit Elder Services.

Make a difference, and get a cool bag too!!

04/08/2026

Join us April 22 at 2 PM for a free Medicare virtual seminar!

03/24/2026

SCAM ALERT!

Watch out for notifications you receive by TEXT summoning you to pay or appear in court. If you get a text like this, DO NOT PROVIDE ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION OR MAKE A PAYMENT, and DO NOT SCAN THE QR CODE OR CLICK ON ANY LINKS.

The court does not summon anyone via a text message. You can verify any court notice directly through official court contact information on Mass.gov (Courthouse-locator).

You can also report the text to the Massachusetts SMP Program: 800-892-0890 or [email protected]

03/12/2026

Have you watched the latest Berkshire Senior TV? Find out about the "Rainbow Seniors," and about ways to make using your smartphone, tablet and computer easier!

Our mission is to empower our community to create media and amplify diverse voices through the best technology and wide-reaching platforms.

03/10/2026

March 19, Elder Services will be at Wild Oats in Williamstown from 2:30-5:00! Stop by our booth to learn more about the essential services we provide to our county's older adults -- and also learn how YOU can volunteer to serve as a SHINE counselor to help Berkshire older adults manage their healthcare costs.

Click the photo to learn more.

Elder Services of Berkshire County Inc. provides essential support for older adults and their families through in‑home services, long‑term care resources, and community‑based programs across Berkshire County. As the region’s Aging Services Access Point and Area Agency on Aging, Elder Service...

03/05/2026

Congratulations to our very own Hilary Houldsworth, LICSW, Behavioral Health Clinician, on being named to Berkshire Community College's 40 Under 40, an annual celebration of talented people in the Berkshires under the age of 40 who have a deep dedication to improving the quality of life for those living and working in our community. All proceeds from this year's 40 Under Forty event support Workforce and Community Education programs at BCC.

🎉✨Congrats to BCC Alum and 2026 award winner, Hilary Houldsworth, LICSW, Behavioral Health Clinician at Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc. Celebrate all of this year's winners at on Weds. March 18 at 5 pm - tickets are just $40 - get yours at www.berkshirecc.edu/40underforty. This annual fundraiser supports the College's commitment to Workforce and Community Education

03/03/2026

Looking for part-time work? Want to make a difference for older adults in our community? Elder Services is hiring Meals on Wheels drivers!

The Meals on Wheels program provides Berkshire older adults with a nutritious, hot meal each day at lunchtime -- almost 1,000 meals a day throughout Berkshire County. Join the Meals on Wheels Team today!

Hours vary between 9:30 am and 1 pm. We reimburse for mileage.
Apply now to join the Meals on Wheels team!

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