The Orleans Council on Aging is a human service organization providing assistance + programs to senior citizens located on Cape Cod.
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PROGRAMS & SERVICES

HEALTH INFORMATION AND SCREENINGS


Blood Pressure Clinics

Sponsored by Town of Orleans Health Department and the Visiting Nurses Association on Thursdays 1 - 2 pm. 2nd Thursday at Tonset Woods, 94 Hopkins Lane; 3rd Thursday at Rock Harbor Village, 9 Main Street; 4th Thursday at Orleans Senior Center.

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Colorectal, Cholesterol, Diabetic and Glucose Testing

Sponsored by Town of Orleans Health Department and the Visiting Nurses Association, testing is scheduled throughout the year. Check monthly newsletter, TIDINGS, for month's offering.


Flu & Pneumonia Clinic

Sponsored by Town of Orleans Health Department and the Visiting Nurses Association, clinics are scheduled each fall according to State quidelines and as serum is available.


Foot Care Program

For non-diabetic Orleans MA residents, RNs provide general assessment of the feet and lower extremities, trim, file, clean and reduce thickening of nails, smooth corns & calluses, massage, lotion & powder feet. $28 fee by appointment at the Orleans Senior Center and $45 for home visits. Call 1-774-207-0118 or 508-896-6162 for a home visit.


Medical Equipment

Various types of medical equipment are available for loan; canes, commodes, crutches, shower seats, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.  Call or stop by the Center if you need medical equipment.


Skin Cancer Screening

Scheduled annually by the Town of Orleans MA Health Department and Visiting Nurses Association, these screenings are available at no charge to Orleans seniors.