Current Events for Seniors in Medford MA
Local Senior Center Events 2024:
Happy Holidays! Lots of cancellations/date changes, please be sure to double check schedules!
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/
The Arlington Council on Aging is hosting Annual Winter Ball on Thursday, December 5 at 5:00pm in the Main Hall. Come for a night of jazz with Dan Fox and Friends and dinner from Beaujolais. Cost is $3.00. Must register. Call 781-316-3400. (Arlington residents only.)
The Arlington Council on Aging is hosting Indian Fusion Cooking on Thursday, December 12 at 3:00pm. Learn how to make holiday appetizers! 781-316-3400.
The Arlington Council on Aging is hosting Tech Help with Max on December 18, 23, 30, 31 from 9:00am to 3:00pm. You can make and appointment or come and see if he is free (you may have to wait). Call for info at 781-316-3400. Free. (Arlington residents only.)
The Beech Street Center in Belmont is hosting Michael Leidig Piano on Friday, December 13 at 1:15pm. Celebrate December with holiday themed refreshments after unwinding and taking in live jazz piano! Join for an afternoon of happiness and music! Free. (617) 993-2970.
The Beech Street Center in Belmont is hosting The Season of Giving with Arlene on Monday, December 16 at 2:00pm. There will be an afternoon of freindship, camaraderie, and thinking of other while making Holiday Pails with candy and other momentos. All materials provided. (617) 993-2970.
The Beech Street Center in Belmont is hosting a Jam Session on Tuesday, December 17 at 5:00pm. Join for an informal jam session by bringing your voice and acousitic instruments to play music with likeminded friends!
The Malden Senior Center is hosting a Book Club meeting about Grandma Gatewood's Walkby Ben Montgomery on Tuesday, December 17 at 10:30am. The story of Emma Gatewood who is 1955 and aged 67, set out to become the first woman to walk the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine.Come join for a friendly, welcoming environment, and discussion about a compelling novel.
The Malden Senior Center is hosting Visiting Angels' Abby Hurwitz for Monthly Computer/Technology Drop-In Class on Wednesday, December 18 from 1:30pm-3:00pm. Whether you're puzzled by your smartphone, navigating social media, or troubleshooting any device snag, we've got you covered. Let's empower ourselves with the digital know-how we need to stay connected and confident! See you there!
The Malden Malden Center is hosting High School/Glamour Pals on Friday, December 20 from 11:30am-1:30pm. Join for meaningful friendshup between seciors and the younger generation for activities such as nail care, painting nails, games, or simply enjoying conversation.
The Medford Senior Center is hosting a Letty Patierno Holiday Party on Friday, December 6 from 12:00noon-3:00pm. Enjoy a full course catered meal by Henry's Catering. Entertainment by Boston Saxophone Quartet. Tickets are free with some restrictions, please go to Medford Senior Center starting on November 22 to get tickets. Call 781-396-6010 for more details.
The Medford Senior Center is hosting a Christmas Hanukkah Celebration on Friday, December 13 from 12:00noon-3:00pm. Enjoy a wonderful luncheon and entertainment by Dan Fox Band, door prizes, and 50/50 raffle. Call 781-396-6010 for more details.
The Medford Senior Center is hosting a Holiday Trail Mix Demonstration with Grace on Friday, December 20 at 11:00am. Enjoy making your own version of trail mise with all of the ingrediatent availabe. Sign up today! (Max 25 seats).
The Melrose Milano Center is hosting a Holiday Party on Tuesday, December 10 from 11:30am-1:30pm. Doors open at 11am. Entertainment by DJ Alan Labella with catering by Neillio's Gourment Deli. Sign up in advance with payment ($15) at the Milano Center or by using your "Wallet" and calling 781-662-6886.
The Melrose Milano Center is hosting a Holiday Ornament Craft on Friday, December 13 at 10:00am. Join Erica as she instructs how to make a Winter Gnome and Fill-Your-Own Ornament. Supples will be provided, but you are welcome to bring anything special you want to add! Please call to reserve your seat at 781-662-6886.
The Saugus Council of Aging is hosting Christman Wreath Making Class with Corinne on Tuesday, December 10 at 10:00am. Come join for a fun morning creating your own wreath, all matierals included! Space is limited. Must sign up in advance $5.00. 781-231-4178.
The Saugus Senior Center is hosting a Christmas Dance & Luncheon on Thursday, December 12 at 11:30am. Join for a lunch with Trio's Traveling Chef & Entertainment with Just the Three of Us to ring in the holiday spirit! You must sign up and get your ticket in advance, cost is $8.00.
[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:
Arlington - Caregiver’s Support Group with a Focus on Caring for People Living with memory impairment meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 5:30pm in the Games Room. Led by Lourie August. 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 - Chatty Thursdays (in-person) meets on Thursdays at 11:00am-12:00pm. Brighten up your day with a coffee at the Chatty Cafe in classroom A! 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.
Malden - Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group meets the 2nd Monday of every month from 10:30am-11:30am with Sue FitzPatrick. Please call 781-910-8958 prior to first meeting. 24/7 Alzheimer's Helpline 1-800-272-3900.
Medford - Low Vision Support Group meets on Friday, December 20 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.
Medford - Grief Support meets on Thursday, December 12 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 12:15pm-1:15pm the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month to check your blood pressure.
Saugus - Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Group will meet on Friday, November 1 and 15 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 - 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.
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.
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.
Serving Medford, Malden, Melrose, Arlington, Belmont, Waltham, Lynn and Saugus, MA
Visiting Angels MEDFORD, MA
1 City Hall MallMedford, MA 02155
Phone: 781-395-0023
Fax: 781-395-0025