Rep. Haggerty Attends Volunteer Recognition Event at the Woburn Senior Center

WOBURN, MA – August 22, 2023. Rep. Haggerty attended the Annual Volunteer Recognition Event at the Woburn Senior Center. The Representative was proud to be part of an event celebrating the many volunteers who generously give their time and talents in service of Woburn’s senior community.

“The invaluable work of both the volunteers and Senior Center staff makes a significant and positive impact in the lives of countless local seniors,” said Rep Haggerty. “From leading fun activities to providing rides and reaching out to those in need, they exemplify the spirit of giving back. Our community greatly benefits from their compassion and dedication.”

Furthermore, Council of Aging Director Marie Lingblom expressed her appreciation to Rep. Haggerty for his efforts in securing state funding in 2019 for a new transportation van. “I was proud to secure state funding that helped the Council of Aging in acquiring a new transportation van back in 2019,” Rep. Haggerty stated. “It was a great effort put forth from all involved.”

The event recognized volunteers with the Woburn Council on Aging and Friends Helping Seniors, an independent nonprofit that raises funds for the Senior Center. Their collective efforts underscore the importance of volunteerism in strengthening and supporting community service.

The Woburn Senior Center is continually looking for new volunteers. For more details about volunteering, please visit the following:           https://www.woburnma.gov/government/senior/

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