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Boston residents age 60+ braved the rain on Thursday March 28th to attend The Age Strong Commission’s first of four upcoming free community resource fairs. The fair took place at the Boston Center for...

The East Boston Senior Center, based on community input, will offer programs and services for older adults (Boston residents age 60+) starting December 1.

As Boston’s Area Agency on Aging (AAA), the Age Strong Commission annually awards Federal Older Americans Act (Title III) funds to area nonprofits who provide direct services to Boston’s older adults...

The Age Strong Commission supports the Alzheimer’s Association’s THE LONGEST DAY campaign, raising awareness of those living with Alzheimer’s Disease, other dementias, and their care partners.

Sixteen community nonprofits will receive $360,000 in total to strengthen social connections and community for Boston’s older adults.

The City of Boston’s Age Strong Commission invites all interested agencies to submit proposals for a Comprehensive Hoarding Program to comprehensively address the clinical treatment and clutter...

Are you creating or thinking of ways for older adults to stay connected? Are you reaching or convening residents who face barriers to socializing with family, friends, or neighbors? Boston’s Age...

As part of her Joy Agenda, Mayor Kim Janey and the Age Strong Commission today announced Joy Walks, public walking clubs for older Boston residents.

Coupons will be available at City Hall by appointment only until July 12, 2021. You can make an appointment by calling Age Strong at 617-635-4366 or by booking an appointment online.

The series, “Celebrating What Unites Us,” honors diverse cultures and promotes healthy living for older Bostonians through food.

From the Mayor's desk: Keeping Boston safe and strong.

The West Nile Virus risk level was raised from low to moderate in the City of Boston. We have information below on how to protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses.

Here are some important numbers to keep in mind if you're looking for help.

The City of Boston is connecting people 55 and older to employers and opportunities at its first employment series for older workers.

Arts programming throughout the City will be tailored to older adults.

Mayor Walsh launches Age Strong public awareness campaign

Mayor Walsh celebrates Age-Friendly Bench program with community

Mayor Walsh announced the launch of the Age Strong Commission perviously know as the Commission on Affairs of the Elderly, during his annual State of the City address.

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced he will sign an ordinance passed by the Boston City Council, sponsored by Councilors Lydia Edwards and Ed Flynn, that will provide assistance to older homeowners...

The pilot program encourages local businesses to make their spaces and services more inclusive for people of all ages.

The graduating class was comprised of 25 engaged, diverse and enthusiastic students over the age of 50 from across Boston's neighborhoods.

The holiday celebration attracted hundreds of seniors who made phone calls to places around the world.

The pilot provides affordable housing to graduate students while assisting local homeowners and increasing community stability.

Mayor Walsh, the Elderly Commission, and City Fresh Foods hosted the party.

Mayor Walsh, the Commission on the Affairs of the Elderly, and the AARP hosted a panel discussion.

The dedication recognizes Juanda Drumgold's service as a pillar in her Franklin Field community.

The plan releases 75 action items to improve Boston for older adults.

The report outlines the strengths and weaknesses of growing older in Boston.

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today launched Seniors Save, a new, proactive program that will help eligible seniors replace failing or inefficient heating systems before winter begins. "With a very difficult...

Today Mayor Martin J. Walsh released “Aging in Boston,” a comprehensive report on Boston seniors produced by the Boston Commission on Affairs of the Elderly in collaboration with the Center for Social...

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