The mission of the Shepherd's Center is to assist older adults in their search for meaning and purpose in their later years. We believe older adults discover betterment when actively involved in their communities, their families, and their spiritual development. As an interfaith organization, Monthly Fellowships are held at one of the co-sponsoring congregations. To help foster community, older adults and clergy share a meal. A business meeting is followed by an educational or recreational program.
Caregivers are particularly welcome to participate for respite day trips.
The Shepherd's Center coordinates volunteer drivers to assist a frail adult or anyone with a physical disability without access to other transportation. Volunteer drivers use their own vehicles to transport, aid and accompany residents of Cambridge and Somerville as needed. Over 400 round trips are provided each year. Today there are more than 90 centers and countless volunteers around the country. The Shepherd's Center philosophy is that later life is a time for personal growth and development, service, learning, spiritual reflection, discovery of new talents and opportunities.