ONGOING PROGRAMS
Free Smoke Alarm / Carbon Monoxide Detectors – Very limited amount available This program is a first come first serve basis. This is funded through the Senior Safe Program and services will be provided until the grant is exhausted. – If you have any questions or need an application please call Debby Higgins at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321.
Join the SCOA’s email group – The email group is for Somerville Council on Aging Seniors and / or Caregivers who are interested in the latest information on resources, events, programming, etc…in and around the Somerville area. Use the link https://groups.google.com/group/somerville-council-on-aging – If you have any questions or need help joining please contact Debby Higgins at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321 or email dhiggins@somervillema.gov
Silver Alert Program – The Somerville Council on Aging with the Somerville Police Department have implemented a program to take a proactive approach towards protecting some of Somerville’s most vulnerable citizens who suffer with serious cognitive impairments that put them at risk for wandering and getting lost. The Silver Alert Program is designed to collect specific information about a potential missing person, along with photo identification. This confidential information will be kept on file for immediate use in the event a loved one is reported missing. Please contact the SCOA at 617-625-6600, ext. 2300 for additional information or to register.
Free Groceries Every Month? You may be eligible for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program! CSFP is a once a month food distribution for individuals 60 years of age or older. You may be eligible to receive two free bags of food once a month containing healthy shelf stable products. Proof of identity and age are all that is required to apply. Must apply beforehand. Pick up at the Ralph & Jenny Center, 9 New Washington Street on the 4th Thursday of every month unless otherwise specified. For more information or to apply please call 617-625-6600, ext. 2300 – applications are available at the front desk of our Holland Street Center.
Friendly Caller Program
Do you know someone who could benefit from a friendly call? Maybe you are feeling isolated and want someone to talk to – or you just want someone to listen. Please call Natasha at 617-625-6600 ext. 2317 to sign up for our “Friendly Caller” Program.
UPCOMING EVENTS.
Movie & Pizza Day at the Ralph & Jenny Center – Wednesday, October 10th – Movie starts at 10:30 a.m. – Cost is $2 per person. Featured movie is Hocus Pocus. There will be no bingo that day. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please call 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
AARP Prepare to Care Workshop with Sandy Frances – Thursday, October 11th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at our Holland Street Center. The workshop will be a great guideline for resources, information and checklist to help you get organized and find the support you need. For more information, questions or to register please contact Debby Higgins, Outreach Coordinator at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321 or DHiggins@Somervillema.gov.
Dollar Days at the Movies – Tuesday, October 16th – doors open at 11:30 a.m. movie starts at noontime. $1 per person – The Great Gatsby – – For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please call Josie at 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Christmas Gift Glass Art with Linda Cohen – Tuesdays, October 16th, 23rd and 30th is sold out. Wait list only.
Halloween Bingo – Wednesday, October 18th 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at our Holland Street Center. Limited seating and transportation. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Connie by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Country Western Line Dancing – The 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month starting on October 18th at our Holland Street Center. $3 per class – no experience needed. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot call Debby Higgins at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321.
MGM Springfield – Wednesday, October 24th – $25 includes transportation and $10 slot. Check in at Holland Street 8:15 a.m. and Ralph & Jenny at 8:30 a.m. with an approximate return time of 7:00 p.m. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Connie by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Health & Wellness Fair – Thursday, October 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at our Holland Street Center. Guest speakers, blood pressure screening, healthy living tips and so much more. Lunch and bingo to follow. Must RSVP by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Halloween Bingo – Wednesday, October 31st 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at our Ralph & Jenny Center located at 9 New Washington Street. Limited seating and transportation. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Connie by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Expressive Art for Healing Group – October 23rd and 30th and November 13th and 27th and December 4th from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at our Holland Street Center. Explore the healing power of the creative arts. In this group we will use collage, image making and mediation for expression, connection and discovery. Attendance for all meetings is encouraged but not required For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Natasha by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2317.
New York City – October 26th to October 28th – 3 days and 2 nights $254 per person double or $368 per person single – St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Macy’s and much more. Seats sell fast and are very limited. Check-in at Ralph & Jenny at 6:45 a.m. on Friday with an approximate return time of 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Connie by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Coffee & Music – Tuesday, October 30th from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at our Ralph & Jenny Center located at 9 New Washington Street. Come enjoy a cup of coffee, refreshments and a casual performance of classical and romantic music by Somerville based musicians Marji Gere on violin and Dan Sedgwick on piano. Lunch and Bingo to follow. RSVP by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Lancaster, PA – Monday, November 5th to Thursday, November 8th is sold out. Wait list only.
Wrentham Outlets – Sunday, November 11th – $10 per person – Check-in time is 10:00 a.m. at Holland Street with an approximate return time of 5:00 p.m. Get your holiday shopping done early. Lunch is on your own. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Connie by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Dollar Days at the Movies – Tuesday, November 13th – doors open at 11:30 a.m. movie starts at noontime. $1 per person – Chappaquiddick – For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please call Josie at 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Paint Day with Raquel Kaplan – Wednesday, November 14th – 9:30 a.m. – $10 per person due at time of reservation – space is limited. No experience needed. Lunch and bingo to follow. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please call 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Annual Festival of Trees – Sunday, November 18th. $30 per person – Buffet lunch at the Chateau Restaurant – First come first serve basis. Check in time is 12:00 p.m. at Holland Street with an approximate return time of 5:30 p.m. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please call 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Revere Beach “Then and Now” with Bob Upton – Thursday, November 29th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at our Holland Street Center. Bingo and lunch will follow. $5 per person due at time of registration. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Connie by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
An Afternoon at the Theater – Wednesday, December 12th, is SOLD OUT. Wait list only.
Illumination of Lights Tour – Saturday, December 15th – $8 – Hop on the trolley and be amazed at the Holiday Lights in Somerville. Limited seating – check in is 4:15 p.m. at the High School Concourse. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Connie by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Resorts Casino, Atlantic City – From Monday, January 14th to Wednesday January 16th , 2019 – $189/Double and $269/Single – Deposit of $100. Per person due on or before November 1st. Trip includes motorcoach transportation, 2 nights lodging at the resort, $25 slot dollors, (2) $25 meal credits and a show ticket if available. Check in is 6:30 a.m. on Monday at Ralph & Jenny with an approximate return time of 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday. For additional information, questions or to reserve your spot please contact Connie by calling 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
Blood Pressure Screening – Cross Street Center located at 165 Broadway. Scheduled for the 2nd Thursday of each month: August 16th, September 20th, October 11th, November 8th and December 13th. If you require additional information please contact Debby Higgins at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321 or email dhiggins@somervillema.gov
Blood Pressure Screening – Holland Street Center located at 167 Holland Street. Scheduled for the 1st Thursday of each month: August 9th, September 13th, October 4th, November 1st and December 6th. If you require additional information please contact Debby Higgins at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321 or email dhiggins@somervillema.gov
Blood Pressure Screening – Ralph & Jenny Center located at 1 New Washington Street. Scheduled for the 3rd Thursday of each month: July 26th, August 23rd, September 27th, October 18th, November 15th and December 20th. If you require additional information please contact Debby Higgins at 617-625-6600, ext. 2321 or email dhiggins@somervillema.gov
LGBTQ EVENTS
LBT Women Fit-4-Life – Fitness Class is Thursday evenings starting at 6:00 P.M. $10 a month fee – scholarships available & it just might be covered under your insurance. We have available slots and would love to have you. If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact our Health & Wellness Coordinator, Chris Kowaleski at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2315.
LGBTQ Lunch: Come, relax, enjoy lunch and talk with your peers. Scheduled lunch dates for 2018 are October 17th, November 14th and December 12th.
WEEKLY EXERCISE AND NUTRITION CLASS SCHEDULE
(PLEASE CUT OUT AND SAVE)
Monday:
Keep Moving Walking Club** – 9:00 a.m. (H)
Tai Chi – 11:30 a.m. (H)
Fit-4-Life Group C – 1:00 p.m. (H)
Tuesday:
Strengthening – 9:00 a.m. (H)
$3 per class (H)
Fit-4-Life – 11:00 a.m. (C)
Bike Club – 12:15 p.m. (H)
Wednesdays:
Fit-4-Life Group A (exercise) – 9:00 a.m. (H)
Fit-4-Life Group B (nutrition) – 9 a.m. (H)
Fit-4-Life Group B (exercise) – 10:00 a.m. (H)
Fit-4-Life Group C (nutrition) – noon (H)
Fit-4-Life Group C (exercise) – 1:00 p.m. (H)
Zumba 4 All – 5:15 p.m. – $3/class (H)
Thursdays:
Yoga – 9:00 a.m. (H)
Fit-4-Life – 11:15 a.m. (C)
LBT Fit-4-Life, 6:00 p.m. (H)
Fridays:
Fit-4-Life Group A – 9:00 a.m. (H)
Fit-4-Life Group B – 10:00 a.m. (H)
Fit-4-Life Group A (nutrition) 10:00 a.m. (H)
Adventure Group – Please call for details
*All Fit-4-Life classes are $10 per month and require pre-registration** Keep Moving Walking Club starts on July 16th
HOLLAND STREET GROUP INFORMATION
Book Club – Meets the third Friday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This group self-facilitates. Group members choose both fiction and non-fiction titles on a quarterly basis. Books are available on reserve at the Central Branch of the Somerville Library. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300 The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware on Friday, July 20th.
Caregiver Support Group – Meets the third Tuesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Our Social Worker, Ashley Speliotis, facilitates this group. Are you caring for a parent, relative, spouse or close friend? Feeling isolated or overwhelmed? You are not alone! Come share your experience and practical support. Open to all and new members are always welcome. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Ashley at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2318.
Conversations of the Heart – Meets bi-monthly on Mondays from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. at our Holland Street Center. Social Worker, Natasha Naim, facilitates this group. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Natasha at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2317.
Current Events Group – Meets every Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Our Social Worker, Natasha Naim, facilitates this group. Join a group of your peers to discuss current events. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Natasha at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2317. (On hiatus)
De-cluttering support group: – If you have concerns around your clutter, this group may be for you. This closed group meets both in spring and fall for 6-8 weeks. This group is co-facilitated by Natasha Naim and Marina Colonas. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Natasha at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2317.
Gardening Club – Meets the second Monday of each month starting at 9:00 a.m. and running for an hour most times. Principal Master Gardener, Vilma Sullivan, facilitates this group. A different topic each month ranging from gardening tips & secrets to inexpensive greenhouses. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300. This group does not meet in January and February.
Golden Gals: a.k.a. Women’s Group – Meets the last Tuesday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Social Worker, Ashley Speliotis, facilities this group. A fun, safe, social group to discuss women’s issues and growing older. Next date: December 26th – For more information, please call Ashley at 617-625-6600 ext. 2318.
Low Vision Support Group – Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Our Social Worker, Ashley Speliotis, facilitates this group. Do you know someone who has trouble seeing? Do you have low vision? Join our Low Vision Support Group for educational and informative information and peer support in a confidential environment. Lunch and transportation may be available on request. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Ashley at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2318.
Memory Café – Meets the 2nd Thursday of every month from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Mt. Vernon. Our Social Worker, Ashley Speliotis, facilitates this group. A welcoming place for people with forgetfulness and their family and friends to share a meal and create new memories.
If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Ashley at 617-625-6600 Ext. 2318.
Mens Group – Meets the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This group is facilitated by our volunteer, Norbert DeAmato. Are you recently retired? Looking to connect with other men in the community? Join our men’s group where you can connect with old friends and make new ones. All men 55 and over are welcome. Come chat about what is on your mind! If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300.
Veterans Group – Meets the third Monday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Our volunteer, Norbert DeAmato, facilitates this group. Are you a veteran? The Veterans Group is the perfect opportunity to socialize, have solidarity, to reminisce and to meet other veterans. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call 617-625-6600 Ext. 2300.
CROSS STREET GROUP INFORMATION
Coffee & Conversation – Meets every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Maureen Bastardi, Program Coordinator and Sandy Francis, Cross Street Center Volunteer, work together to facilitate this group. Come meet people from all over the world and join in the discussion of a different topic every day. Conversation is followed by the Fit-4-Life exercise program and then lunch. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Maureen at 617-625-6600, ext. 2335.
Arts & Crafts – Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month starting January 11th – from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Join us in a relaxing atmosphere as we learn about a wide range of arts & crafts from weaving to watercolor pencils. Maureen Bastardi, Program Coordinator facilitates this group. Must call a week in advance if you plan on attending. This is necessary to ensure we have enough material for everyone. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Maureen at 617-625-6600, ext. 2335.
Social Service Drop In – The 3rd Thursday of every month Social Workers, Ashley Speliotis and Natasha Naim will be taking turns and having a Drop-in Social Service hour from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Cross Street Center. They will be available to address any of your Social Service needs. Stop by or if you need additional information please call Maureen at 617-625-6600, ext. 2335.
Game Hour – Every Tuesday from noon to 1:00 p.m. at our Cross Street Center. Join us for lunch and activities. Immediately following lunch we will have a “Game Hour.” Yahtzee, Sorry, Jenga, Cards, Scrabble, Checkers, Clue, Qwirkle, Dominoes, Uno & Connect 4 are available to play. Community Cooks provides us with a family style lunch on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays and Food Services provides us with lunch on the off days. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Maureen at 617-625-6600, ext. 2335.
RALPH & JENNY GROUP INFORMATION
Knitting Blankets – Every Tuesday & Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Join us as we knit blankets for babies. If you are interested in joining, have any questions or require additional information please call Judy at 617-625-6600, ext. 2300.
CENTER LOCATIONS, TIMES & SCHEDULES
Holland Street Senior Center: located at 167 Holland Street
(between Davis Square and Teele Square)
Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fridays: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
617-625-6600, Ext. 2300
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Cross Street Center: located at 165 Broadway
(East Somerville)
Mondays & Tuesdays – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Thursdays – 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
617-625-6600, Ext. 2335
Fax: 617-625-1414
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Ralph and Jenny Center: located at 9 New Washington Street,
(behind the Holiday Inn)
Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
617- 666-5223
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Main Office: located at 167 Holland Street
(between Davis Square and Teele Square.)
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
617-625-6600, Ext. 2300
Fax: 617-625-0688
TTY: 866-808-4851