Council on Aging Grant Will Help Watertown Seniors Easily Make Calls for Rides and Other Services

WATERTOWN – The Watertown Department of Senior Services has received a transportation grant that will help residents use a new rideshare service. GoGo Grandparent will allow seniors to call for rides, get groceries delivered, get work done around the house, and more with a simple phone call.

Residents can learn more about this service during an informational presentation on Tuesday, April 2nd at 2:30 PM at the Apartments at Coolidge School at 319 Arlington St.


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