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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 the lives of older adults. 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.

Cambridge 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

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!

News

Cambridge Senior Center Celebrates 29th Anniversary

On October 31, the Cambridge Senior Center celebrated its 29th anniversary. Older adults and Council on Aging staff marked the milestone with lunch, music, and dancing!

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Coming Up

Nov

07 Thu

Consumer Advice for Seniors
11:00 AM
Laura Nichols, Executive Director of The Cambridge Consumers’ Council will be at the Cambridge Council on Aging. She will be available to answer any consumer related questions that you may have.
Nov

07 Thu

Day of the Dead Taco Luncheon at the North Cambridge Senior Center
12:00 PM
Join the Council on Aging as we celebrate Day of the Dead with food from Anna’s Taqueria! Storytelling Presentation to follow.
Nov

11 Mon

Portrait Drawing Class for Seniors
1:30 PM
Students will learn how to approach a human portrait drawing from start to finish.
Nov

12 Tue

Senior Men's Group
10:00 AM
Join our Men’s Group. Light refreshments will be served.
Nov

12 Tue

Tech Help for Seniors
1:00 PM
Staff will be available to answer common questions about your wireless devices, laptops, and applications such as Zoom and Facebook.
Nov

25 Mon

Introduction to Theatre for Seniors
1:30 PM
Introduction to Theatre is an interactive class where we will read from plays, act out scenes, analyze characters and the plots. No prior theatre experience necessary. The class is open to Cambridge residents age 60 and older.
Nov

26 Tue

Film & Discussion Group at the Council on Aging
1:00 PM
Cambridge residents age 60 and older are invited to view and discuss the documentary "Still" starring Michael J. Fox (2023)
Dec

02 Mon

Introduction to Theatre
1:30 PM
Introduction to Theatre is an interactive class where we will read from plays, act out scenes, analyze characters and the plots. No prior theatre experience necessary.
Dec

09 Mon

Introduction to Theatre
1:30 PM
Introduction to Theatre is an interactive class where we will read from plays, act out scenes, analyze characters and the plots. No prior theatre experience necessary.