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COA Senior Center

Cambridge Council on Aging

The Cambridge Council on Aging (COA), part of the Department of Human Service Programs, works to promote and support the health and independence of Cambridge adults age 60 and older. Through our two Senior Centers, located in Central Square and North Cambridge, we offer a variety of recreational classes (including fitness and art classes), monthly support and discussion groups, special events and guest speakers, trips in and around New England, technology support and other opportunities that help enhance seniors’ lives.

We also offer Medicare consultations and provide referrals to local agencies to support the health, wellness, and safety of seniors.

Our staff are happy to assist seniors on a walk-in basis or by appointment, and seniors are invited to spend time in our Senior Centers connecting with others, enjoying a meal, or engaging in a class or activity. If you have questions about COA services or programs, please call 617-349-6220.

Cambridge Senior Center

Senior Center

806 Massachusetts Ave.

Hours:
Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday – Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

North Cambridge Senior Center

NC Senior Center

2050 Massachusetts Ave.

Hours:
Monday: 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

 

Meals

COA lunches and local food resources.

Social Services

Support groups, transportation, Medicare counseling, and more.

Activities and Classes

Exercise, art, language and more!

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Special Events

Introduction to Theatre

Thursdays, April 6, 13, 20 and 27
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.  In-Person

"The Niceties" by Eleanor Burgess takes place in the office of an esteemed
white, liberal, female professor of American History at an ivy league college, during
her meeting with an African American female student to discuss the student's paper.
During their conversation, the student challenges her professor's historical perspective,
thus calling into question the professor's sense of herself as a liberal and an ally for justice.

"The Niceties" presses us in the audience to examine our own assumptions about
ourselves as fair and compassionate people. This play raises many questions that
will inspire fascinating conversations.

Introduction to Theatre is an interactive class where we will read from the play,
act out scenes, analyzing the characters and the plot, and discuss the historical
events that provide the setting and the catalyst for the story.
View the Introduction to Theatre Flyer

Chorus: 8 Weeks Series

Wednesdays, March 22, thru June 28
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.  In-Person

This 8-weeks series will meet every other Wednesday.
March 22, April 5, April 19, May 3, May 17, May 31, June 14, June 28.

Experience the joys of singing, regardless of how "good" your voices are.
Songs will be selected by the group and will work on 10-12 songs at a time.
Songs can be of any genre or era.
View the Chorus Series Flyer

Coming Up

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Contact Us

Susan Pacheco
Executive Director
Cambridge Council on Aging
617-349-6220
spacheco@cambridgema.gov

 

The Council on Aging is part of the City of Cambridge Department of Human Service Programs.

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