Council on Aging Approves Howes House Accessibility Letter
The Up Island Council on Aging approved an accessibility letter for the Howes House on July 21, directing it to town administrators for discussion of short and long-term solutions. Council member Paul Bailey authored the letter.
Up Island Council on Aging · Meeting of July 21, 2026
CHILMARK — The Up Island Council on Aging approved an accessibility letter for the Howes House on July 21, directing it to town administrators for discussion of short and long-term solutions. Council member Paul Bailey authored the letter. The council also announced a $20,000 MCOA kitchen grant for plumbing upgrades, compliant sinks, and appliance replacement, with Paul Manning overseeing procurement.
A transportation program agreement is being finalized with Healthy Aging Martha's Vineyard for September launch, pending vehicle and driver details. Staffing changes include the departure of Outreach Coordinator Rocy Turner (effective July 15) and kitchen manager Wendy (effective July 22), with former Director Joyce providing Medicare counseling support.
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Source: the Up Island Council on Aging meeting of July 21, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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