The mandate of the COA is to provide programs and services for Cambridge residents age 60 and over. The COA goal is to evaluate, coordinate, promote and encourage new and existing services and activities intended to enhance or improve the quality of life of older persons in the City. The COA surveys resources available to Cambridge elders and acts as an information and referral source regarding services, benefits, activities, and programs available to elders. Provides Seniors in the North Cambridge area with on going Clinics and Support Groups. Clinics are held on a regular basis at the North Cambridge Senior Center.
Most clinics are free of charge.
Ongoing health and educational talks are also given for those interested in learning more about health, benefits, or other topics of interest to elders. Special Clinics take place throughout the year. Call 349-6320 for information on upcoming clinic topics. The Cambridge Citywide Senior Center located at 806 Massachusetts Avenue is one of the two Senior Centers responsible for providing services for Cambridge residents age 60 and over. Responding to the richness and needs of the diverse groups of Cambridge Seniors, the Center sponsor weekly groups for Haitian, Asian, Russian, Latino and African-American seniors.