Council on Aging approves policies update, launches rental review
Carlisle aging board approves updated policies and launches rental assistance review. The Council on Aging and Human Services voted to accept revised Policies and Procedures featuring a new Mission and Vision statement, while Chair Toni McBride established quarterly data-driven reports on rental
Council on Aging and Human Services · Meeting of February 3, 2026
Carlisle aging board approves updated policies and launches rental assistance review. The Council on Aging and Human Services voted to accept revised Policies and Procedures featuring a new Mission and Vision statement, while Chair Toni McBride established quarterly data-driven reports on rental assistance to address consistency concerns. Director Geoff Kotowski reported growth in program participation, particularly among under-55 and over-85 age groups, three new Friendly Visitors, and a 40 percent increase in transportation rides year-over-year.
The board received a $10,000 Greater Lowell Community Foundation grant for meals and transportation and approved the Carlisle Affordable Housing Trust's $50,000-per-year rental assistance sponsorship.
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Source: the Council on Aging and Human Services meeting of February 3, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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