911 Disability Indicator Program
Cambridge Emergency Communications
The disability indicator program is a voluntary program that helps 911 call takers identify if a person calling needs special assistance during an emergency.
CHA East Cambridge Care Center
Cambridge Health Alliance
East CambridgeOur Primary Care experts can help you and your family live your healthiest lives. We offer Primary Care, Women's Health services, our PACE Program for older adults, and our CHA Pharmacy.
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!
Delivery and Senior Services at the Library
Cambridge Public Library
We offer a monthly delivery of library materials to Cambridge residents who are unable to visit a library due to short- or long-term disability or infirmity.
Escort Older Adults to and from Medical Appointments
Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services
Assist older adults with transportation to and from clinics so that they can keep much-needed medical appointments for screenings and treatments. This role is in high demand!
Give an Older Adult Emotional Support to Attend Medical Appointments
Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services
Become a Connect Advocate volunteer for Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services!
Monthly Activities for Seniors
Cambridge Council on Aging
Mid Cambridge North CambridgeWe offer fun, informative, and friendly activities for seniors. You can exercise, play games, learn a new skill, speak a new language, and build new relationships! See our monthly calendar for more.
Neighborhood Sergeants Program
Cambridge Police Department
If you are having a problem in your neighborhood, call the Neighborhood Sergeants. They are responsible for much of the outreach and problem-solving activities throughout Cambridge.
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 Living Well Network
Maria L. Baldwin Community Center (formerly Agassiz Baldwin Community)
BaldwinA program of the Maria L. Baldwin Community Center. We foster a strong, connected, engaged, and healthy community of residents 55 and up.
Volunteer as a Bill Payer in our Money Management Program!
Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services
Help an older adult in Cambridge or Somerville budget and manage their finances. This program helps ensure that essential bills like rent and utilities are paid!
CEOC Public Benefits Assistance
Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee (CEOC)
Mid CambridgeWe help people apply for and resolve problems with Social Security, SSI, SSDI, TAFDC, EAEDC, MassHealth and Medicare.
Seniors Special Grocery Store Hours
City of Cambridge
Outside Cambridge North Cambridge Neighborhood 9 Mid Cambridge and The Port Cambridgeport and RiversideSome grocery stores have special hours for people over the age of 60.
Daily Table SNAP Double Up Food Bucks Program
Daily Table Central Square | 684 Mass Ave
Mid CambridgeDaily Table is a nonprofit community grocery store in Central Square, Dorchester, Mattapan, Roxbury, and Salem, MA. We not only accept SNAP, we welcome it on all the food in our stores!
Help Line Questions for Seniors: Council on Aging
Cambridge Council on Aging and City of Cambridge
This is a telephone line for general questions about senior adult services in Cambridge.
MBTA Group Orientation or Individual Travel Training
MBTA Travel Training
We provide group and individual training about how to safely ride the MBTA. Safety, trip planning, accessibility, how to read maps and schedules, reduced fares, and more.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
SAMHSA Office of Behavioral Health
Our hotline helps prevent suicide by giving free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you and loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Acrylic Painting Workshop
Cambridge Council on Aging
Monday, April 1 9:30am – 12pm
Also: Monday, April 8 9:30am – 12pm
Join the Acrylic Painting Workshop and unleash your artistic talents.
Cambridge Alert Network
Cambridge Emergency Communications
The Cambridge Alert Network is comprised of multiple services that help keep residents and businesses informed of important City information.
Computer Classes at the Library
Cambridge Public Library
Mid CambridgeThe Cambridge Public Library offers free computer classes, please call or check out website for upcoming classes.
Dancing for Balance
Cambridge Council on Aging
Thursday, March 28 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Also: Thursday, April 4 1pm – 2pm and Thursday, April 11 1:30pm – 2:30pm
This fun, friendly dance class is suited for all fitness levels. You will learn basic steps geared towards improving one’s balance. Seated warm up and cool down exercises are performed.
Dancing for Balance
Cambridge Council on Aging
North CambridgeThis fun, friendly class is suitable for all fitness levels. As you dance to upbeat music, you will learn basic steps and movements geared towards improving balance.
Enriched Assisted Living at Neville
Neville Place Assisted Living
Cambridge Highlands, Strawberry Hill, and West CambridgeOur traditional Assisted Living neighborhood is a great option for those seniors who are mostly independent, but could use some support with daily activities.
Fair Housing for All!
Cambridge Human Rights Commission (CHRC)
Saturday, April 27 11am – 2:30pm
Our event is a chance to learn about fair and affordable housing resources by asking your questions to staff from city departments other organizations in Cambridge.
Flamenco Dance Class
Cambridge Council on Aging
Friday, March 29 10am – 11am
Also: Friday, April 5 10am – 11am
Flamenco Dance class teaches the various rhythms of different Palos (genre) of flamenco. You will learn coordination of footwork, body, arms, and fingers movements.