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Current Events for Seniors in Medford MA

Serving Medford, Malden, Melrose, Arlington, Belmont, Waltham, Lynn and Saugus, MA

Visiting Angels MEDFORD, MA
1 City Hall Mall
Medford, MA 02155
Phone: 781-395-0023
Fax: 781-395-0025

Current Events for Seniors in Medford MA

Local Senior Center Events 2024:

The Arlington Council on Aging is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Concert on Friday, March 8th at 10:00am in the Main Hall. Musician Roget Tinckell will play a selections of songs from his "Ireland to America" program. They will have a casual array of soda bread, other treats, and tea. $3.00 per person. Must register by calling 781-316-3400.  

The Arlington Council on Aging is hosting their Monthly Movies for Seniors. This month's movie is Moonstruck, starring Cher. Join them in the Main Hall on Thursday, March 14th at 12:00pm. Call Eva to sign up at 781-316-3400.

Beech Street Center, in Belmont is Celebrity Stories from 50 Years in Publishing with Henry Quinlan on Tuesday, March 12th, at 1:15pm. Henry will share anecdotes from his 50 years in publishing from authors, some well-known, other not so much. Some of them were in the books he published other were stricken, all are true. Please call 617-993-2970 to register. Cost free.

Beech Street Center, in Belmont presents Irish Music in America with John Clark on Friday, March 15th at 1:15pm. Bring out the shamrocks and shillelaghs, pour me a Guinness and don't be forgettin' the wearing' of the green! Please call 617-993-2970 to register. Cost free.

Beech Street Center, in Belmont is hosting a Meet & Greet with Xeira, the Service Dog on Friday, March 15th 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 Stand Up Comedy with David Shrikes on Tuesday, March 26th at 1:15pm. Join local senior comedian for an afternoon of laughs and good times. Please call 617-993-2970 to register.

The Medford Senior Center is hosting a virtual reality, arm chair experience on Wednesdays in March from 1:30pm-2:30pm. Tuft Students will be leading a virtual reality group. Pre-registration is required. Sign up today by calling 781-396-6010.

The Medford Senior Center is hosting a St. Patricks Day Luncheon on Friday, March 15th at 12:00pm. Cost is $5.00 per person available March 5th. Enjoy a delightful luncheon of corned beef sandwich, coleslaw, chips, and desserts. Festive entertainment with DJ George Landers, door prizes, and 50/50 raffle.

The Medford Senior Center is hosting a forum "What is Dementia?" Join Angela from Genesis on Thursday, March 21st at 1:00pm. Reserve your seat today 781-396-6010. Coffee and refreshments will be available.

The Melrose Milano Center will be hosting a St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Thursday, March 14th at 1:30pm. Cost is $5.00. Join them for a classic corned beef dinner and live entertainment by Denis O'Gorman! Wear green and try your luck in our 50/50 raffle. Sign up in advance with payment at the Milano Center or by calling 781-662-6886 and using your "wallet"!

The Melrose Milano Center will host an Easter Brunch on Tuesday, March 26th at 10:00am. Cost is $5.00. Made-to-order omelet bar, sausage, pastries, and more. Participants who find Easter eggs at the Milano Center may be pleasantly surprised at what's inside! Sign up in advance with payment at the Milano Center or by calling 781-662-6886 and using your "wallet". 

The Saugus Senior Center is hosting a Women's Group with Jacki Kiddy on Friday, March 8th and 22rd at 10:00am. Please sign up in the back office with Lynette.

The Saugus Council of Aging is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Friday, March 15th at 11:30am. Join them for a corned beef and cabbage dinner and be ready to dance the afternoon away with DJ Alan LaBella. Tickets are limited and cost $7.00.

[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 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. 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, March 15th from 10:30am-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, March 14th 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. Upcoming dates are Thursday, March 7th and Thursday, April 4th

Saugus - Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregiver Support Group will meet on Friday, March 1st and Friday, March 15th 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. 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. Space is limited. Please sign up in the back office with Lynette. A donation of $5.00 would be greatly appreciated.

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 LineMassachusetts' 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 Mall
Medford, MA 02155
Phone: 781-395-0023
Fax: 781-395-0025

Serving Medford, Malden, Melrose, Arlington, Belmont, Waltham, Lynn and Saugus, MA

Visiting Angels MEDFORD, MA
1 City Hall Mall
Medford, MA 02155
Phone: 781-395-0023
Fax: 781-395-0025