Executive Office of Elder Affairs Secretary, Alice F. Bonner, visited Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) on December 16, 2015. Bonner, who was appointed by Governor Weld to her position in April of this year, has been touring the state to learn more about the needs of older adults.
During her visit to SCES, staff and board members, described the unique challenges of our communities, and how SCES is providing innovative responses.
SCES Executive Director, John O’Neill emphasized the agency’s commitment addressing pressing needs such as affordable housing and the lack of accessible mental health resources for older adults.