Current Events for Seniors in Medford MA
Local Senior Center Events 2024:
The Arlington Council on Aging is hosting Lifting Spirits Miniature Therapy Horses on Thursday, May 23rd at 10:30am in the Circle Driveway. Come pet and see these miniature horses which are trained to bring happiness, hope, and a sense of wellbeing to those of all ages and needs. RSVP to 781-316-3400. Free.
The Arlington Council on Aging is hosting Living Well With Hearing Loss (Two Part Class) – Must Attend Both on Thursday, April 11th and May 2nd at 11:00am in the Main Hall. Join us for this two part class where you can learn from Cheryl Bakey, Speech Language Pathologist, who has worked to improve communication for adults who have hearing loss for 20+ years. MUST Register. Call 781-316-3400. Free.
The Arlington Council on Aging is hosting Indian Fusion Cooking Class in the Community Center Kitchen at 3:00pm on Thursday, May 23rd: Take Out Favorites to Make at Home and Thursday, June 6 or June 20 (choose 1 date only): Vegetarian Favorites. Classes include an introduction to Indian spices, shopping tips, recommendations, make ahead tips and tips on cooking healthy and nutritious Indian and fusion meals. Arlington residents only. Limited space. MUST register at 781-316-3400. Cost is $3.00.
Beech Street Center, in Belmont is has renewed its Belmont Taxi Medical Rides program until June 30th. This transportation is curb to cur, and all rides are booked through the COA. Please call at least two business days in advance to book your ride. Medical rides are limited to one-way rides and to specific locations. Please call Marty Cloherty at 617-993-2989 to book.
Beech Street Center, in Belmont is hosting Meet and Greet with Xeira the Service Dog on Friday, May 17th at 11:00am. Spend time with Xeira (pronounced Kay-Ruh), the golden retriever and her handler. She needs your help to socialize and learn to interact in new situations. Come by and say hello between 11am and noon!
Beech Street Center, in Belmont is hosting 100th Anniversary of the VFW with the Belmont Historical Society on Friday, May 10th at 1:15pm. The celebration and presentation will pay honor to local veterans by highlighting monuments located around town that commemorate the efforts and sacrifices of those from Belmont. Cost is free. Please call 617-993-2970 to register. Cost free.
Beech Street Center, in Belmont has a Books on Wheels service that delivers to your home: books, movies, and audiobooks. Free monthly delivery, 4th Thursday 9:30am-11:30am. Information packets are available at the Circulation Desk at the library at the Beech Street Center, or you can learn more on the library website. Whether for yourself or a family member or neighbor in need, it never hurts to find out if Books on Wheels is the right fit!
The Malden Senior Center is hosting a book club meeting about Make Your Bed by William H. McRaven on Tuesday, May 21st at 11:00am. A motivational book that shares life lessons from Navy SEAL training. It emphasizes the importance of setting small goals, taking risks and preserving through challenges all while making your bed each morning.
The Malden Senior Center is hosting Tommy Rull, Singer/Entertainer on Monday, June 17th from 1:00pm-2:00pm. "A Musical Journey Through the Years” - Take a walk down memory lane. Enjoy the music of Sinatra, Neil Diamond, Kenny Rogers, Paul Anka, Barry Manilow, Elvis, Perry Como, Lou Rawls, Engelbert and many more! Please call 781-397-7144 to sign up. A light luncheon will be served. Attendance at the performance is required for luncheon.
The Malden Senior Center is hosting Visiting Angels' Abby Hurwitz for Monthly Computer/Technology Drop-In Class on Wednesday, May 22nd from 1:30pm-2:30pm. Whether you're puzzled by your smartphone, navigating social media, or troubleshooting any device snag, I've got you covered. Let's empower ourselves with the digital know-how we need to stay connected and confident! See you there!
The Medford Senior Center is hosting Ballroom and Latin Dancing - A 5-week Course Starting date: April 19th , meet each Friday at 10:00am. Come and join us for a free, fun and high-energy dance class on Fridays. You will have a great workout, you will meet new friends, and you will learn some of the most popular Latin American Dances such as Salsa, Merengue, Rumba, Cha-cha, etc. No partner and no experience necessary.
The Medford Senior Center is host Medford Police presenting SCAMS On SENIORS on Thursday, May 16th at 1:00pm. The Medford PD will provide ways to protect yourself and others from these various scams, as well as what to do if you believe you were a victim of a scam. Knowledge is power! Reserve your seat today by calling 781-396-6010. Coffee and refreshments will be available.
The Medford Senior Center invited you to a Mother's Day Tea on Friday, May 10th at 1:30pm. The Delvena Theatre presents Mangia, Meatballs & Murder. Who dunnit? An exciting, live, comedic, interaction murder mystery performance, sit in Luigi's Ristorante. Come put your super sleuth on- having much fun along the way. Token prizes will be awarded. After the performance enjoy some tea and stuzzichini. Seats are limited. Cost is $3.00 (max 2 tickets per person). Reserve your seat today, call 781-396-6010.
The Melrose Milano Center will be hosting a Senior Dinner on Tuesday, May 28th at 4:30pm. Cost is $5.00. Menu: Chicken roulade stuffed with prosciutto, mozzarella and basil, green beans, rice pilaf and chocolate dipped pastry shell, ice cream, seasonal berries, and whipped cream! Sign up in advance with payment at the Milano Center or by calling 781-662-6886 and using your "wallet"!
The Melrose Milano Center is celebrating World Belly Dance Day on Friday, May 17th from 10:00am-11:00am in Tierney Hall. Join for a free demonstration performance of the Milano Center Shimmy group followed by an introductory class, free of charge! Participants should wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. Refreshments will be provided. No reservation necessary.
The Saugus Senior Center is hosting a Spring Fling Dance on Friday, May 10th. Lunch will be served at 11:30am. after lunch at 12:00pm. Back by popular demand! Dj, Chris Fiore will be at the Center for the annual Spring Fling Dance. Cost is $6.00. Must sign up and get your ticket in advance.
The Saugus Council of Aging is hosting a Banking Scam Presentation on Friday, May 17th at 10:00am. A presentation will be shared by Gisella DiPaola, a representative from Eagle Bank. She will provide prevention tips and advice on how to avoid becoming a victim of these scams now and in the future. Please sign up at the front desk. Light refreshments will be served.
[All events shared on this page are also posted on each town's LPI newsletters, full listings can be located at: https://www.mycommunityonline.com/]
Below are Senior Centers that offer various free support groups & are held at the Senior Centers unless listed differently below:
NEW: Arlington - Group for Loss of a Loved One Due to Special Circumstances meets on Wednesdays, from 1:00pm-2:30pm, from May 1st to June 5th. Registration is required. Contact Lourie August, LICSW at 781-316-3410 or email: laugust@town.arlington.ma.us
Arlington - Caregiver’s Support Group with a Focus on Caring for People Living with Dementia meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 5:30pm in the Games Room. Led by Lourie August & Jack Radochia. Call & register with Eva at 781-316-3400. Free.
Arlington - Bright Day Memory Café at Brightview meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 10:00am at BrightView Arlington, 1 Symmes Road. Come for socializing, support, activities, and snacks. Free. Call & RSVP with Shannon at 781-316-3404. Van rides are available upon request. Free.
Belmont - Living Alone Support Group (in-person) meets on Thursdays at 11:00am-12:00pm. Topics include: health & wellness, safety, creating community, and living your best life. Facilitated by Liz, Social Work Intern. Call to register 978-563-9786.
Belmont - End of Life Paperwork - meet 1:1 with their social worker, Janet, to learn about the documents you and your loved ones will need in case of an emergency and for end-of-life planning. By request. Call to schedule an appointment 617-993-2983.
Belmont - Good News Group meets on Mondays at 10:30am-11:30am. Have you heard about the legally blind high-school athlete who plays goalie for his hockey team? Or about the revival of independent bookstores? Bring stories of positivity and joy to share with your friends.
Lynn - The Outreach Coordinator Michel Chamsarian provides services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Her main goal is to provide seniors with support and guidance to fill out essential need applications such as food security, health insurance, housing ID/Driver’s License and immigration issues. The intent is to always try to make the lives of our seniors better. Additionally Michel works in collaboration with GLSS for a nutrition/caregiver support group offered 2nd Thursday of every month 10:00am-12:00pm. Services provided for seniors 60+. Pease contact our Reception Desk to make an appointment. Office Hours below Monday-Wednesday (9:30am-1pm) Fridays (9:30am-1pm), call (781) 586-6879.
Medford - Low vision support group meets on Friday, May 17th from 10:00am-12:00pm. The group meets monthly at the Medford Senior Center. Hosted by Alan White. For more information please call 781-396-6010.
Malden - Caregiver Support Ground meets the 2nd Monday of every month from 10:30am-11:30am with Sue FitzPatrick.
Medford - Grief support meets on Thursday, May 9th from 1:30pm-3:00pm. They meet the 2nd Thursday of each month to offer conversation and support. Join Janice and Annette at the senior center. Reserve your seat by calling 781-396-6010.
Medford - Home Maintenance Calling all Medford Residents 60+ - No job too small! To schedule service, call 781-396-6010. Funded through a Medford CDBG Human Services Grant.
Melrose - Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group meets the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Milano Center in the Carriage House Lounge. Please call 781-910-8958 prior to your first meeting or email Sue at alz.caregivers.sue@gmail.com. 24/7 Helpline: 1-800-272-3900.
Melrose - Parkinson's Support Group meets at the Lynnfield Senior Center each first Thursday of the month at 10:00am. RSVP with Linda Triffletti at 781-598-1078. If you have any questions, contact Maryann Barry directly at 781-960-7027.
Melrose - Blood Pressure Check - Deb Powers will be onsite in our Carriage House Lounge at 12:15pm1:15pm the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month to check your blood pressure.
Saugus - Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Group will meet on Friday, May 3rd and May 17th from 1:00pm-2:30pm at the Saugus Senior Center. Sue FitzPatrick from the Alzheimer's Association will be at the events. Call 781-910-8958 to sign up.
Saugus - Reiki Healing is being offered on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 10:00am, and 2nd and 4th Thursday at 12:00pm. Reiki Master, Rose Marie Tenaglia will be providing her Reiki healing energy for 20 minute sessions at the center. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction, relaxation, and healing.
Saugus - Podiatrist Dr. Paul Pantano will be at the Senior Center on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month by appointment only. Please call 781-231-4178 to schedule an appointment.
Saugus - Beltone Hearing Screening - on the 3rd Friday of every monthly, Emily Eagan from Beltone will be here to conduct free hearing screenings. This month she will be at the Center on Friday, May 17th from 10:00am-12:00pm. No insurance necessary. Reserve your time slot to learn more about your hearing health. Please sign up in the back office.
General Information:
If you are on Mass Health, expect a BLUE redetermination letter in the mail. Do not ignore! This is important. For the past three years, your Mass Health has been automatically renewed because of the pandemic exceptions. However, this round you must complete the redetermination process or you will be dis-enrolled.
Elder Abuse Hot Line - call 1-800-922-2275 - Do you know of a senior who is at risk of financial, physical, or emotional harm or abuse? There is help! You can voice your concerns by contacting Protective Services. They will follow up and take action or offer services to improve and protect the elder you are worried about.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - call, text, or chat online 988. 24/7 help is available.
Senior Scams - Are you seeing an increase in texts and emails that try to SCARE you? Don’t Click That Link!! Don’t Give That Code!! Call your bank or credit card company directly if you are in doubt. Use the number on the back of your card or on your statement. Never give a “code” that has been sent to you to anyone who calls you. Call the police before you give any information! You can also report by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP.
Tips for Staying Hydrated - Drink when you feel thirsty, if not before. Carry a bottle of water and refill it as needed during the day. Drink extra fluids during HOT weather or when you are sick.
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line - Massachusetts' new Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL) offers direct connection to mental health and substance use care for anyone in the Commonwealth - no insurance needed. Available 24/7, in more than 200 languages, the BHHL is a phone, text, and online chat line whose clinically trained staffed will work with you to determine the care that best fits your needs and directly connect you to various treatment, including outpatient, urgent care, and immediate crisis care. If you’re interested in getting mental health or substance use help, but not sure where to start: Call or text the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line at 833-773-2445 or chat online at masshelpline.com
Massachusetts SNAP Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) - Individuals who have SNAP benefits will be able to buy prepared food at authorized restaurants and/or food trucks. Restaurants approved in this area are: Las Delicias Colombianas in Revere, MA, Thmor Da Restaurant in Revere, MA, Sabrine Bakery & Café in Malden, MA, Brother’s Deli of Lynn in Lynn, MA, Bridge Pizzeria in Revere, MA. This list will expand as the state approves more meal providers.
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