Welcome to Turning Point
Turning Point Day Resource Center is an all volunteer organization committed to helping our neighbors most in need. Turning Point Day is a social service agency that provides supportive services to individuals and families who are facing various life challenges and are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless as a result. In addition to housing assistance, Turning Point also offers assistance with heat and utility bills, access to emergency food and clothing, essential baby items, employment information, referrals to treatment centers and many more. Turning Point collaborates with other local service agencies in order to come to together as a community to assist our most needy within our community. Through the generosity of our volunteers and donors Turning Point is able to make an impact on the lives of those we serve.
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Staff and volunteers are taking the day off. We will be open on Tuesday, July 5th.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The Wareham COA has many activities planned for the month of July. All activities will take place at the Multiservice Center, 48 Marion Road unless otherwise noted. The COA Center is open Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.![]()
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July 2: Bonfire on the beach. There are no fireworks this year for July 4th but we can still celebrate on the beach with a blazing fire. Held at dusk (around 8:00ish). Shell Point, Onset. ![]()
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July 11: Current Events Discussion led by Judith Grassi at 10:00 am in the Living Room of the Gym. Call 508-291-3130 to register.![]()
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July 11: Let's go to the movies! Free Movie at 1:00 pm. Enjoy a showing of “Night at the Museum”.![]()
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July 13: Paint Party. Follow along with the instructor as she paints a lighthouse. Guaranteed to be a fun time! 10:00 a.m in the Cranberry Cafe. Maximus 12 students per class. Cost is $20 per person which includes all supplies. Registration is required by calling 508-291-3130.![]()
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July 13: Card Making Class. Class size is limited so get your reservation in early by calling 508-291-3130. A $1.00 donation is requested per card; $5.00 for 5 cards. You will be provided with enough materials to make 4-5 finished cards.![]()
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July 14: Kayaking. The Onset Bay Center is offering free kayaking for seniors. Single and double kayaks will be available to tour around Onset Bay. Maybe a stop at Wickets Island if time permits. Space is limited, so please call 508-291-3130 to save your spot. ![]()
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July 20: Christmas in July. Christmas is always just around the corner. Have fun painting ornaments to take home. Please call 508-291-3130 to register. ![]()
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July 22: Food Delivery from 9:00 to 10:00 am. If you signed up for the Greater Boston Food Bank, pick up your order at the Council on Aging. Call 508-291-3130 for more information.![]()
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July 27: Wareham Fire Department will present a fire safety program at the Council on Aging on Wednesday, July 27th at 11:15 am, followed by a picnic lunch of grilled hot dogs, 3 bean salad, chips and dessert. Call 508 291-3130 if you will be joining us for lunch.![]()
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July 27: Bingo at 12:30. Bingo is cash prizes only. Cards are used for all games and are $3 each or 2/$5. Monthly raffle by the Advocates for Wareham Seniors to benefit the COA. The June 50/50 prize was $60. There will be a special raffle for "Viking Tickets" for a canal cruise. If you would like to enjoy lunch before Bingo, make a reservation at least a week in advance by calling 508-291-3100 x6514. ![]()
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July 27: Jersey Mike's will provide box lunches for the Movie. Box lunches must be ordered ahead of time. Cost $5.00. Call 508-291-3130 to order a box lunch.![]()
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REGULAR MONTHLY ACTIVITIES CONTINUE:![]()
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Mahjong: The Cranberry Café is the location for Mahjong games on Tuesdays starting at 1:00 pm.![]()
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Cribbage: On Mondays from 10:00 am to noon, enjoy a few games of Cribbage in Room 208.![]()
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Make Mats for the Homeless: All materials are provided for this community service on Wednesdays at 1:00 pm in Room 102. ![]()
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Knitters Come Together: Mondays at 10:00 am. Advanced and beginners should call 508-291-3130 to sign up. Yarn and needles are available. ![]()
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Weekly Coffee and Conversation: Join a lively group of seniors Tuesdays at 9-10 am in the Cranberry Café.![]()
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Open table pool on Mondays from 9:00 am to noon in the gym.![]()
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Physical activities in the Multiservice Center: Chair Volleyball on Tuesdays at 10:00 am. Tai Chi on Tuesdays at 1:15 pm., and Chair Yoga continues with Pam on Thursdays at 2:00 pm.![]()
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Fitness Classes with Marge Blinstrub now at the Multiservice Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 to 9:30 am in Room 228 for $3 per class. No need to sign up before and just pay at the door.![]()
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Wednesday Walking Group at 10:30 am. The Wareham Middle School track is the location weather permitting. ![]()
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Wednesday Hand and Foot Card Games at 1:00 pm. in the Cranberry Cafe. Hand and Foot is similar to Canasa. Instructors will be on hand to lead the way.![]()
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Grab and Go Lunches continue Tuesdays and Thursdays. Pick up the free lunches courtesy of the Old Colony Elder Services at the Multi-Service Center handicap ramp between 9 and 9:30 am. Lunches must be reserved at least 3 days ahead of the scheduled delivery date by calling 508-291-3100 x6514. The menu is available in the Senior Beacon and on Facebook.![]()
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FREE COVID TEST KITS available in the COA office. Stop in Monday-Friday from 9 am to noon.
Lasts market this month is Friday June 24th!June 24th market at the Gleason Family YMCA. Vehicles may begin to lineup NO earlier than 10am. Free food for those who are in need. No town residency, Y membership, or pre-registration needed.![]()
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What do we hand out? Fresh produce, meats, frozen foods, and pantry items.
A holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth was originally called “June the 19th” and has also been known as “Emancipation![]()
Day” or “Freedom Day.”
Become a Volunteer
Turning Point relies on volunteers to help us meet the needs of the people we serve. Volunteers contribute thousands of hours each year, saving the organization thousands of dollars in labor costs it cannot afford. Thank you for your interest in volunteering. Please contact us at Turning Point. In order to provide you with the best experience possible, that matches your talents and interests with our greatest needs, we ask you to call our office at 508-291-0535.
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Friends of Turning Point
Turning Point and Baby Point can meet many of the needs of the homeless and near-homeless people in our area through the generous support of our community. Whether it’s in-kind donations for Christmas packages, financial contributions or involvement in fundraisers we depend upon your kindness. Please visit our Donate Page for more information on how you can help.
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