Guides and Information
The Aging Information Center at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services is a free clearinghouse for aging and disability issues. Browse below for advice and guidance on common questions and concerns .
The Aging Information Center at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services is a free clearinghouse for aging and disability issues. Browse below for advice and guidance on common questions and concerns .
Change is one of the few constants in life. But sometimes things change for the worse, when a friend or loved one seems to be neglecting their own needs and putting their well-being at-risk.… Continue Reading How to recognize elder self-neglect and provide help
Read MoreA: Yes, the eligibility rules for MassHealth change in a couple of important ways when people turn 65, particularly for MassHealth Standard, which provides the most comprehensive coverage. There are also other types of MassHealth for people 65 and… Continue Reading Q&A: Can turning 65 impact MassHealth eligibility?
Read MoreThe nutrition program at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) is celebrating National Nutrition Month 2021 by sharing tips about healthy food and lifestyle choices. Observed each March, National Nutrition Month is sponsored by the Academy of… Continue Reading Healthy ways Personalize your Plate for Nutrition Month
Read MoreSomerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) is dedicated to helping older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities throughout the Coronavirus pandemic. Providing reliable information is an important part of how we provide assistance. The following is a… Continue Reading Reliable sources of information about Coronavirus
Read MoreMedicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, and it’s the one time of year that all Medicare recipients can change between any of the Medicare plan options. Medicare plans often change, so we… Continue Reading 5 Things to Know about Medicare Open Enrollment
Read MoreProviding information and guidance for those facing challenges from aging or disability is a big part of our mission at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES). Our Aging Information Center is a free resource, and our experts… Continue Reading Options Counseling provides answers on aging and disability
Read MoreThe cost of housing in Cambridge and Somerville keeps going up, and Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) is increasingly hearing requests to help older adults meet housing challenges. Cost is a major factor. But demand for… Continue Reading Six tips for accessing local affordable housing resources
Read MoreFalls are perennially the leading cause of injury for older adults, but they are not an inevitable outcome of aging. Fortunately, there are several easy ways to reduce the risk of falls. A good first… Continue Reading Five easy ways to reduce the risk of falls
Read MoreBy Kristen Alberino Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Boston, MA At Social Security, we care a lot about making our services convenient and easy to access, we care a lot about our online services… Continue Reading Top 10 sites of Social Security
Read MoreAs we know, caregiving is a fulltime job that often requires coordinating many moving pieces. Medication is usually a key part of that picture, and it often falls on caregivers to ensure that things stay… Continue Reading 5 tips for helping family caregivers manage medications
Read MoreSometimes 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
Read MoreCaregivers lead busy lives. It’s often a challenge just to keep up with day-to-day obligations. But family caregiver emergency planning is important, and something that should always be kept up-to-date. Emergencies happen, and a crisis… Continue Reading How solid is your family caregiver emergency planning?
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