Senior Center Computer Classes, Social Groups & Events Keep Cambridge Seniors Engaged and Active

Want to surf the web, check email, or stay connected using social media.  The Cambridge Senior Center, located 806 Massachusetts Ave, offers basic computer classes for Seniors 60+ on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday mornings, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.  We have 10 computer stations available for Seniors Monday through Saturday. For more information, call 617-349-6060.

In partnership with the North Cambridge Senior Center located at 2050 Massachusetts Avenue, the Cambridge Senior Center provides a variety of services and classes, including the: senior food pantry; counseling and support groups; vision and blood pressure screening; breakfast and lunch service; men’s groups; computer classes; and educational and recreational offerings.

Also in collaboration with the two Senior Centers, the Council on Aging (COA) works to promote and safeguard the health and independence of Cambridge seniors over the age of 60. We arrange many necessary services and provide many meaningful social and recreational options that help enhance our senior’s lives. The COA acts as an information and referral for seniors. 

Upcoming activities at the Cambridge Senior Center, 806 Massachusetts Avenue include:

Consumer Talk, Tuesday, Mar. 6, 12:15-1:30 p.m.
In Celebration of National Consumer Protection Week, the Cambridge Consumer’s Council (CCC) and the Department of Telecommunications and Cable (DTC) staff will be discussing consumer rights, scams targeting seniors, and how to protect yourself against scam artists and tricksters involving identity theft, IRS/Social Security scams, telemarketing fraud, postal and landline telephone and cable services. The CCC works in cooperation with the Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General to offer free and impartial consumer assistance and advocacy services for residents who have a dispute with a business.

CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER:: Women's History Month Conversation, Tuesday, March 13, 1-2 p.m.
In celebration of Women's History Month, Kimberly Sansoucy, Executive Director of the Cambridge Commission on the Status of Women, will facilitate and engage participating seniors in a conversation about what the past year has meant for women and what 2018 might hold. Please come join the conversation and share your stories and thoughts.

Egyptian History Thursday, March 29, 1-2 p.m.
Egyptian Archaeologist Hisham Hegazy will take you back in time thousands of years to the land of pharaohs for: Introduction to ancient Egyptian History; How this was formed, Geography and Location, Ancient Egyptian Gods; Rosetta stone, Pyramids and Resurrection after life. Houses made from mudbrick.

Council on Aging Forum on End of Life Conversation Wednesday, Apr. 4, 1-2:30 p.m. 
The Conversation Project is dedicated to helping people talk about their wishes for end-of-life care.Too many people are dying in a way they wouldn’t choose, and too many of their loved ones are left feeling bereaved, guilty, and uncertain. It’s time to transform our culture so we shift from not talking about dying to talking about it. It’s time to share the way we want to live at the end of our lives. And it’s time to communicate about the kind of care we want and don’t want for ourselves. If you’re ready to join us, we ask you: Have you had the conversation? This event is free, open to the public and registration is not required. For more information, View the Flyer, contact Emma Watkins 617-349-6060 or email: ewatkins@cambridgema.gov

For more information, visit CambridgeMA.Gov/Seniors.