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COA Senior Center

Cambridge Council on Aging

The Cambridge Council on Aging (COA) 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, 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.

We welcome seniors to spend time in our Senior Centers connecting with others, enjoying a meal, or engaging in a class or activity. Our staff are happy to assist seniors on a walk-in basis or by appointment. To contact COA, please call 617-349-6200.

Learn more about the COA by watching a presentationabout COA's resources and services or an interview with Cambridge Senior Center Director Alicia Johnson. 

 

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Cambridge Senior Center

Senior Center

806 Massachusetts Ave.

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

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North Cambridge Senior Center

NC Senior Center

2050 Massachusetts Ave.

Hours:
Monday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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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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Coming Up

  • Aug
    15 Thu

    Tai Chi

    This class teaches Tai Chi arm and leg movements of the yang style long form. There is a strong emphasis on Tai Chi walking, which has been known to improve balance.

  • Aug
    15 Thu

    Dancing for Balance

    This fun, friendly dance class is suited for all fitness levels. You will learn basic steps geared towards improving one’s balance. Seated warm up and cool down exercises are performed.

  • Aug
    19 Mon

    Tech Help for Older Adults

    Staff will be available to answer common questions about your wireless devices, laptops, and applications such as Zoom and Facebook.

  • Aug
    19 Mon

    Spanish Fun Lessons

    Spanish Basic is a beginning-level class that will develop the confidence talking, reading, and writing in Spanish.

  • Aug
    19 Mon

    New Women's Social Group

    Ladies, welcome aboard the Women's Club!

  • Aug
    19 Mon

    Portrait Drawing Class

    Students will learn how to approach a human portrait drawing from start to finish.

  • Aug
    19 Mon

    Line Dancing

    Easy to learn and fun to dance. Learn the basics of line dancing as well as the newer and more established line dances being done. Have fun, learn new dances, and enjoy the company of others.

  • Aug
    20 Tue

    Senior Men's Group

    Join our Men’s Group. Light refreshments will be served. ​​​​​​​This event will take place at the Cambridge Senior Center in our 2nd floor Kitchen Classroom.

  • Aug
    20 Tue

    Life Transition Binder Project

    Join us for a 4-class series led by facilitator Sandra Batra. Create your own Life Transition Binder to aid in organizing your important documents.

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