Sign Up for High School Equivalency Prep (HiSET/GED) and Reading, Writing and Math Classes
DHSP Community Learning Center
Tuesday, May 7 6pm – 8pm
Also: Tuesday, June 4 6pm – 8pm
Learn about our Reading/Writing, Math and Science classes for adults and take a placement test. Students work towards their high school equivalency (GED/HiSET) or just want to improve their skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Information Sessions (English language learners)
DHSP Community Learning Center
Monday, April 22 4pm – 5pm
Also: Monday, May 13 4pm – 5pm; Wednesday, May 22 4:30pm – 5:30pm; and Thursday, June 13 4pm – 5pm
Learn about our CNA Training Programs for English language learners. Classes start in September!
Bridge to College Information Session
DHSP Community Learning Center
Thursday, May 9 6pm – 7pm
Also: Friday, May 17 12pm – 1pm; Thursday, May 23 6:30pm – 7:30pm; and Monday, June 3 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Learn about a free program that helps adults go to college. Some sessions are online and others are in-person. Look below and click on the link to sign up!
Cambridge 400
History Cambridge
Commemorating the 400th anniversary of Cambridge with inclusive programs to inspire residents to think critically about our past and apply lessons learned for our future.
CCTV Classes en Español, em Português, epi an Kreyòl Ayisyen
Cambridge Community Television
Mid CambridgeWe now offer media arts classes in Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole!
Central Square Meals Program
Solutions at Work
Cambridgeport, Mid Cambridge, Riverside, and The PortRestaurant prepared hot meals served primarily to unhoused persons.
CEOC Food Pantry: North Cambridge
Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee (CEOC)
Baldwin, Cambridge Highlands, Neighborhood 9, and North CambridgeOur Food Pantry offers fresh vegetables, fruits, cereals, canned goods, eggs and frozen meats for families and individuals who need support.
CEOC Health Insurance Assistance
Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee (CEOC)
Mid CambridgeWe can help you with applying for health insurance like MassHealth, Health Connector plans, Health Safety Net, Medicare and dental plans through the Massachusetts Health Connector.
Connect with a Library Social Worker
Cambridge Public Library
Mid Cambridge Neighborhood 9 and West Cambridge Cambridgeport Strawberry Hill East Cambridge North Cambridge Wellington HarringtonOur team of social workers can help make referrals to community services, help you complete applications, navigate resources, and help connect you to mental health or substance misuse programs.
Dance Complex Youth & Teen Classes
Dance Complex
Cambridgeport and The PortOur youth and teen summer classes include in-person and virtual dance classes for ages 4 and up!
Deliver Groceries to Older Neighbors in Somerville and Cambridge!
Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services
Deliver groceries to folks in Somerville and Cambridge on the first Tuesday morning of each month!
Domestic Violence Unit
Cambridge Police Department
We investigate domestic related assaults and abuse incidents and provide an advocate to help survivors obtain community services and develop safety plans.
Give an Older Adult Emotional Support to Attend Medical Appointments
Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services
Become a Connect Advocate volunteer for Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services!
Green Street Shelter
Solutions at Work
We manage a homeless shelter for men and women on Green Street in Cambridge. Solutions also runs an evening meals program for unhoused individuals 5 days a week in Central Square.
Low-Income Energy Programs
Cambridge Energy Alliance, Community Development Department, and All in Energy
We you make your home more energy-efficient and help to save you money on your utility costs if you qualify for our low-income programs.
Reading Genetic Tea Leaves (Free Hybrid Lecture)
Harvard Museums of Science & Culture and Harvard Museum of Natural History
Thursday, May 2 6pm – 7pm
Can we rely on genetics to predict someone's traits, health risks, and even future events in their life? In this free hybrid lecture, join Dr. Molly Przeworski as she dives into this nuanced question.
Riverside Outpatient Centers
Riverside Community Care
Neighborhood 9New outpatient center in various locations including Cambridge and Somerville offering in-person and virtual support.
Sexual Assault Unit
Cambridge Police Department
This unit investigates sexual crimes and provides support and social services to survivors of sexual crimes.
Sign Up for English Class (ESOL)
DHSP Community Learning Center
Tuesday, May 7 9:30am – 12pm
Also: Thursday, May 30 6pm – 8:30pm
Sign up for free English (ESOL) classes and take a placement test. Learn about our programs and the resources that come with being a student at the Cambridge Community Learning Center!
St. Patrick's Shelter (Union Square)
Catholic Charities
Outside CambridgeWe are an emergency shelter for homeless women. Guests receive referrals for health care, mental health services, educational services, and housing.
Strong and Stretched
Cambridge Council on Aging
Wednesday, April 24 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Also: Wednesday, May 1 1:30pm – 2:30pm
This is a low impact, easy to follow, 45-min Latin inspired dance class. This class is appropriate for adults of all fitness levels and participants can go at their own pace.
Supports for Older Adults
Cambridge Police Department
We provide several support services for senior citizens in Cambridge each year including regular outreach meetings, education on common scams or general safety, and our Secret Santa for Seniors event.
The Transition Wellness Center (TWC)
City of Cambridge, Spaulding Rehabilitation Network and Hospital, and CASPAR/Baycove
Mid CambridgeThis is a new, city-funded temporary emergency homeless shelter at the Spaulding Hospital will host 58 beds and serve as an adult homeless shelter for guests who test negative for COVID-19.
Utility Bill Helpline
Cambridge Energy Alliance, Community Development Department, and All in Energy
We can help you get to know if 're paying too much for your electricity bill and find the best programs for you to help you save money.