PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Ralph J. Froio Senior Center will be offering "take and go" meals for senior citizens beginning Tuesday, March 24. 

 

The Council on Aging will switch from the limited meal implemented this week to takeout from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The center is located at 330 North St.

 

The Senior Center, as well as all other municipal offices and buildings, are closed to the public through April 7. During this time, center employees will be working in shifts from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

 

Meal reservations must be made by noon the previous day. This option is available, at this time, to seniors who are currently enrolled in the Meals on Wheels program and on the congregate meal site roster. Seniors currently not on the roster can contact Elder Services at 413-499-0524 to determine eligibility.

 

Transportation resources are available to seniors between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. for medical appointments, pharmacy visits, and emergency shopping trips. To make a transportation appointment, please contact the Senior Center at 413-499-9346. Provide 24 to 48 hours notice to allow for scheduling of drivers, as a reduced staffing schedule is currently in effect.

 

For more information, contact the Senior Center at 413-499-9346 between the hours of 8:30 and 12:30.