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.
Referrals
Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services accepts online referrals from providers for the Home Care and Adult Family Care programs.
Latest News and Events
Simple Steps can help reduce fall risk for older adults
Falls are the leading cause of injuries for older adults. One in four older adults fall each year—leading to 2.8 million emergency room visits annually. Fortunately, there are some simple steps that can help reduce… Continue Reading Simple Steps can help reduce fall risk for older adults
For many, Money Management is a lifeline to independence
Living independently is important to “Stella,” but at age 78 she had growing concerns about making it work. Her eyesight was failing, making it difficult to read mail and pay bills. Alone in her Somerville… Continue Reading For many, Money Management is a lifeline to independence
Survey highlights impacts of elder mental health outreach
A Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) program dedicated to helping older adults with behavioral health conditions is earning high marks from participants, even amid the pandemic. The Elder Mental Health Outreach Team (EMHOT) provides case management… Continue Reading Survey highlights impacts of elder mental health outreach
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