Basic English for Seniors

By
  • DHSP Community Learning Center and Cambridge Council on Aging
  • Free

    Photo of two students for free English classes for older adults entering the Citywide Cambridge Senior Center.

    We provide basic English classes to seniors at both of Cambridge Senior Centers (Citywide and North Cambridge).

    Registration required

    • Sign-up is ongoing

    There are several ways to sign up:

    • For Citywide Senior Center programs, call 617-349-6363
    • For North Cambridge Senior Center programs, call 617-349-6320
    • Or complete a sign-up form for our information sessions and we will contact you to review the details.
    • Older Adults that sign-up for an information session can choose whether to participate in a general classroom or one specifically for older adults.

    Cost

    This Program is free!

    Location

    • In-person only.

    Citywide Senior Center

    806 Massachusetts Ave
    Cambridge, MA 02139
    United States

    Neighborhood
  • Mid Cambridge
  • North Cambridge Senior Center

    2050 Mass Ave
    Cambridge, MA 02140
    United States

    Neighborhood
  • North Cambridge
    • Transportation provided to the venue; see notes below.

    The Council on Aging van offers van pick up for many participants.

    Dates and Times

    This is an ongoing program.

    • Citywide Senior Center: Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
    • North Cambridge Senior Center: Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

    Contacts

    Stephen Wu

    ESOL for Seniors Advisor

    617-855-7504

    Community Learning Center

    617-349-6363

    North Cambridge Senior Center

    Cambridge Council on Aging

    617-349-6320

    Free

    Photo of two students for free English classes for older adults entering the Citywide Cambridge Senior Center.

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    Last updated March 31, 2026.