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 for Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services!
Somerville Cambridge Elder Services
Seeking volunteers to deliver groceries to neighbors 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.
Give an Older Adult Emotional Support to Attend Medical Appointments
Somerville Cambridge Elder Services
Become a Connect Advocate volunteer for Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services! We urgently need volunteers, as there are a couple of people waiting for assistance.
Money Management Volunteers: Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services
Somerville Cambridge Elder Services
Volunteer to help an older adult in Cambridge or Somerville budget and manage their finances.
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.
Senior Music Jam Session
Cambridge Council on Aging and Cambridge Public Health Department
Sun, June 26 2022 4:30pm – Monday, June 26 6:30pm
Also: Monday, June 5 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Hosting each session will be Cambridge native and saxophonist Bobby Tynes and his amazing all star rhythm section.
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.
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, and Roxbury. 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.
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.
Cultura Latina
Cambridge Council on Aging
Mid Cambridge
Celebrate and discover new facets of
our culture through conversation and social activities. Exploring traditions, roots, food, music, poetry, dance, and more.
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.
Free Delivery Service: Cambridge Bicycle Safety
Cambridge Bicycle Safety
Sign up to receive free deliveries. Our volunteer cyclists will pick up store orders and deliver items to seniors, vulnerable residents, disabled people, and people that live alone.
Free Delivery Service: Helping Hands
Helping Hands
We help senior citizens, the immuno-compromised, and people with disabilities or preexisting medical conditions by organizing a volunteer to deliver groceries, medicine, and other necessary supplies.
Grandet An Aksion
Cambridge Council on Aging
Mid CambridgeThe Haitian Elder Group meets weekly and offers a space for conversation and to gather with friends.
Healthy Aging & Cycling: Power Pedal
Cambridge Council on Aging and Community Development Department
Tuesday, June 6 9am – 9:50am
Also: Thursday, June 8 9am – 9:50am; Tuesday, June 13 9am – 9:50am; and Tuesday, June 20 9am – Thursday, June 22 9:50am
This free 8-week class series is intended to help older adults of all abilities get into bicycling shape!
Introduction to Theatre
Cambridge Council on Aging
Thursday, June 1 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Also: Thursday, June 8 1:30pm – 2:30pm; Thursday, June 15 1:30pm – 2:30pm; and Thursday, June 22 1:30pm – 2:30pm
We will begin “The Niceties" by Eleanor Burgess
Life Transition Binder Project
Cambridge Council on Aging
Thursday, June 1 1pm – 2:30pm
Also: Thursday, June 8 1pm – 2:30pm; Thursday, June 15 1pm – 2:30pm; and Thursday, June 22 1pm – 2:30pm
Join us for a 4-class series led by facilitator Sandra Batra.
Create your own Life Transition Binder, to aid in organizing your important documents.