Advice & Information
Our Aging Information Center provides free advice and guidance, and serves as a one-stop access point for SCES programs.
Your Life, Your Way,
At Home
We’re a non-profit elder services agency that’s dedicated to helping people maintain independence and well-being at home, by providing services, supports, and information.
“My case manager is the best thing that has happened to me. He understands the service I need in order for me to live the best I can at this age and time of my life. I thank God every day for Elder Services and the people that really care.”
Find What You Need
Caregiver Support
Providing care that helps loved ones stay at home can be a major commitment. We offer several programs that help people meet the challenges of being a caregiver.
Health & Wellness
Prevention is often the best cure. SCES offers several programs that help safeguard health and enhance quality of life of older adults and younger people with disabilities.
In-Home Programs
Does your plan for Aging-in-Place require a little help? Our In-Home programs help people live in the setting of their choice safely and comfortably.
Volunteer Opportunities
Want to make a difference in our community? Our volunteer programs help local older adults with companionship, nutrition, and navigating medical appointments.
Nutrition & Meals
We offer Meals on Wheels and other nutrition programs to help older adults and younger people with disabilities remain healthy and independent at home.
Protective Services
Elder Protective Services works to alleviate abuse or neglect of older adults (60 and older), working with elders, their family, and other community agencies.
Private Care Management
Community Living Options is a private program that offers expert advice, support, and care management for older adults and families facing health and aging challenges.
Referrals
Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services accepts online referrals from providers for the Home Care and Adult Family Care programs.
Latest News and Events
Mitigating elder abuse through mental health awareness
Older adults are disproportionately underserved when it comes to mental health issues, and this often contributes to elder abuse or neglect. The good news is that resources are available to help. But both of these… Continue Reading Mitigating elder abuse through mental health awareness
Five tips for tactfully offering assistance to a loved one
Sometimes we see changes with older friends or family members that spark concerns. Wanting to help is entirely natural, but those good intentions can sometimes lead to disagreements, frustration, and arguments. It is a common… Continue Reading Five tips for tactfully offering assistance to a loved one
Malnutrition Awareness Week focuses on life-saving education
Malnutrition is prevalent among older adults and can lead to a wide range of health problems. Unfortunately, it often goes undiagnosed. To help change that, Somerville Cambridge Elder Serivces (SCES) and agencies across Massachusetts will… Continue Reading Malnutrition Awareness Week focuses on life-saving education
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