Art Show: Portraits of Aging in the Community

A juried show of elder portraits by local artists. (Please join us for an opening reception on Sunday, May 7, 4-6 p.m.)

Emack and Bolios

2 Belgrade Avenue, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

Tai Chi Class for 55+

Join experienced martial arts instructor Jonathan Dress of the Center for Asian Martial Arts, Health and Wellness for an introduction to this ancient form of exercise.

1:00p.m-2:00p.m.

Roslindale House

120 Poplar Street, Roslindale

Co-sponsored by The Center for Asian Martial Arts, Health and Wellness and Roslindale House.

to calendar of events

Coffee and Chat with Liz Walker

Join Liz Walker, television host from Channel 4, for a lively discussion about aging well in Boston. Refreshments.

9:30a.m.-11:00a.m.

Ballroom at Rogerson Communities, next to Roslindale House

1 Florence Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by the Boston Partnership for Older Adults

Seniors Issues Forum: Elder Housing, Long Term Care & Other State House Issues

State Representative Jeffrey Sanchez is joined by a panel of experts to present vital information on state and local policies that effect seniors. Panel: Al Norman of Mass Home Care, John Mahoney of Southwest Boston Community Development Corporation and state Representative Jeffrey Sanchez.

1:30p.m.-3:00p.m.

Sacred Heart Seniors Club Meeting at Sacred Heart School Cafeteria

1035 Canterbury Street, Roslindale

Co-sponsored by State Representative Jeffrey Sanchez and Ethos

Get Up and Go Exercise

A coordinated program of exercises focusing on fitness, balance and strength training for older adults led by Deborah Sarro, Outpatient Services

2:30 pm - 3:30 p.m.

Go-Go Seniors Club Meeting at Hyde Park Community Center

1179 River Street, Hyde Park

Sponsored by Hebrew Senior Life

The Unfinished Business of Marriage Equality: Discrimination against Gay Elders

The LGBT Aging Project will moderate a panel discussion on the impact of the new marriage laws on gay elders.

6:30p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Roslindale Library

4238 Washington Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by the LGBT Aging Project

to calendar of events

Dollars & $ense: Tips for Financial Well-Being

Engage in a focused discussion of money management issues followed by optional one-on-one counseling sessions.

9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.

Roslindale House Community Room

120 Poplar, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

What You Should Know About Elder Scams and Abuse

Ethos Elder Protective Services Director, Sandy Hovey, will discuss issues that contribute to elder abuse and financial exploitation.  Pam Meister, Attorney Generals Office, will be discussing how you can prevent being scammed.

1:00 - 2:30

Longfellow House

885 South Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

Spaghetti Lunch with Senator Marian Walsh

Join Massachusetts Senator Marian Walsh for a hot lunch.

RSVP to Christina (617) 722-1348.

10:00  a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Emerald Society

10 Birch St., Roslindale

Sponsored by Senator Marian Walsh

Ethos Eldercare Resource Table

Stop by the resource table for information about elder care services that can help you or your loved one at home. An Ethos staff person will be on hand to answer your questions in person.

12:00 p.m. - 8:00  pm

Village Market

30 Corinth St, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

Art Opening: Portraits of Aging in the Community

Reception for a juried show of elder portraits by local artists with entertainment by local musician Hilken Mancini (Fuzzy, Count Me Outs)

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Emack and Bolios

2 Belgrade Avenue, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

Blood Pressure Clinic

Free blood pressure checks for seniors and caregivers.

1:00 pm - 2:00 p.m.

Sophia Snow Place

1205 Centre Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

Afternoon at the Movies: the original  "Pink Panther:"

Enjoy a feature length movie with popcorn and a drink.

2:00 pm -3:30 p.m.

Sophia Snow Place

1205 Centre Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

The Good Old Days

The Rossie Reps will entertain seniors with a trip down memory lane from the 20’s to the 70’s that will and include music, dancing, fashion and skits.

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Roslindale House

120 Poplar Street

Sponsored by the Healthy Roslindale Coalition

Caregiving 101

Family Caregiver Advisor, Leslie Ahern of Ethos will present helpful information to those caring for an older adult. This interactive workshop will focus on community resources and explore how to balance care work and caregiving. Leslie will guide participants to project the choices they and their loved ones will be making about care in the future. All ages welcome. Light supper provided. 6-7:30 PM RSVP to Leslie at (617) 522-6700, ext. 376.

Roslindale Medical and Dental Center

4199 Washington St, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

Morning Movie: the original  "Pink Panther"

Enjoy a feature length movie with popcorn and a drink. 

10:00a.m. - 11:30a.m.

Blue Ledge Coop Apartments

15 Blue Ledge Drive, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

Creative Chair Movement

Engage in playful exercises that promote strength and flexibility in the comfort of your chair led by Maxine Lyons, Community Education Programs

1:00 pm -2:00  pm

Longfellow House

885 South Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by Hebrew Senior Life

to calendar of events

Health Screenings and a Foot Care Seminar

Clinicians from the Greater Roslindale Medical and Dental Center will be available in the Community Room to check your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar. A nutritionist will also be on hand to discuss nutritional tips.  At 11:30, Dr. Norman Wortzman, Podiatrist, will conduct an informative seminar on good foot care tips.

10:00 am  - 12:30 pm

Roslindale House

120 Poplar Street, Roslindale.

Sponsored by the Greater Roslindale Medical and Dental Center

Join us for one or all of the following three activities at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center

1200 Centre Street, Roslindale

10:30a.m. "Art Keeps Us Human"

Enjoy a dynamic talk on the history of western civilization through art, from the early cave paintings to the present show how art and human history are interdependent by Jane Blair, teacher, art lover.

Borkum Auditorium

12 noon A Complimentary Box Lunch

Borkum Auditorium

1:00  pm Open House - Get Up and GO! Exercise Demo

Learn about a coordinated program of exercises focusing on fitness, balance and strength training for older adults with Evelyn ONeil and Maureen Connerty, Fitness Program Managers at Hebrew Senior Life

Location:  Circle of Fitness Gym, B1 Level

RSVP to Suzie Kaytis at ( 617) 363-8515

Sponsored by Hebrew Senior Life

How Will the New Medicaid Laws Affect You?

Information is power. Protect your assets with NEW information about Medicaid laws. Join legal expert Louis Murray, J.D. to learn crucial information about how new government rules about asset transfers and long term care insurance can affect seniors, parents and their children. This seminar is designed to help you protect your assets and homes so that you can pass them on to your children and grandchildren. Refreshments served.

6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m.

Roslindale House

120 Poplar, Roslindale

Sponsored by Louis Murray, J.D., New York Life

to calendar of events

New Eldercare Initiatives: What Providers Need to Know!

Learn about new programs and policies that can affect your elderly clients and patients, including information on the new Protective Service state law requiring professionals to report self-neglect. Also “Emergency Pet Care Fund” information.

ESPECIALLY FOR ELDER CARE AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONALS.

12:00p.m.-1:30p.m.

Longfellow House

885 South Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

Lobby for Equal Choices for Elders!

Join elders and other advocates at the State House to support elder care. Voice your support for Senate Bill #2273, the “Equal Choice Bill, and help ensure that elders are given a choice of where they are cared for in the long term. For more information contact Anne Walker at (617) 522-6700, ext. 338.

2:00 pm -3:30 pm

State House, Nurses Hall

Boston

Sponsored by Mass Home Care

"Music Through the Ages, A Celebration of Spring".

A performance by local artist Marc Widershien.

7:0 am - 8:30 am

Roslindale House

120 Poplar Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by Roslindale House

to calendar of events

Ethos Eldercare Resource Table

Stop by the resource table for information about elder care services that can help you or your loved one at home. An Ethos staff person will be on hand to answer your questions in person.

12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Village Market

30 Corinth St, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

Ethos Eldercare Resource Table

Stop by the resource table for information about elder care services that can help you or your loved one at home. An Ethos staff person will be on hand to answer your questions in person.

10:00a.m-6:00p.m.

Stop and Shop

950 American Legion Highway, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

Luncheon and Music: "Seniors Staying Active in Roslindale"

Enjoy a hot meal and learn how your local community center can help you stay active and well. Music by D.J. KNIGHTSHIFT. $3 donation suggested.

11:00a.m. - 2:00p.m.

RSVP to Mariellen at (617) 635-5185

Roslindale Community Center

6 Cummins Highway, Roslindale

Sponsored by the Roslindale Community Center Council

to calendar of events

Get Up and Go! Exercises

Enjoy a coordinated program of exercises focusing on fitness, balance and strength training for older adults with Evelyn O'Neill, Outpatient Services

10:30a.m.-11:30a.m.

Roslindale House

120 Poplar, Roslindale

Sponsored by Hebrew Senior Life

Workshop: How to Laugh When You Don't Feel Like It!

Did you know that laughter has both physical and emotional benefits? Explore how you can reduces tension and feel better through laughter, with experts Leslie Ahern, Ethos Family Care Advisor and Paul Antokolsky, co-owners of Laughterforhealth.com

4:00p.m-5:00p.m.

Hebrew Senior Life in Cable Synagogue

1200 Centre Street, Roslindale

Co-sponsored by Hebrew Senior Life, Great Days for Seniors, Laughterforhealth.com, and Ethos.

to calendar of events

Health Screenings and a Foot Care Seminar

Clinicians from the Greater Roslindale Medical and Dental Center will be available in the Community Room to check your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar. A nutritionist will also be on hand to discuss nutritional tips.  At 11:30, Dr. Norman Wortzman, Podiatrist, will conduct an informative seminar on good foot care tips.

10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Longfellow House Community Room

885 South Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by the Greater Roslindale Medical and Dental Center

Lunch and Osteoporosis Seminar

Join Sophia Snow Place for lunch and vital information about how you can prevent and cope with osteoporosis.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Sophia Snow Place

1205 Centre Street, Roslindale

RSVP Cecilia Davlin (617) 323-0373

Co-sponsored by the Boston Center for Rehabilitative & Subacute Care and Sophia Snow Place

Protecting Your Nest Egg

Financial planner and legal expert Louis Murray, J.D. will lead you through strategies and solutions to making your money last longer. This seminar is designed to help you protect your investments so they are not out-paced by ever growing life-expectancy and taxes. Refreshments served.

6:00p.m.-8:00p.m.

Roslindale House

120 Poplar, Roslindale

Sponsored by Louis Murray, J.D., New York Life

to calendar of events

They Grow Old Too: Sensitizing Aging Services for LGBTs

What you need to know about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender elders

3:00p.m.-5:00p.m.

Longfellow House

885 South Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by the LGBT Aging Project

to calendar of events

Cancelled -- "Shall We Dance" Latino Senior Gala

This event has been cancelled

Put your dancing shoes on for this exciting evening of latino music, dancing and food. Music by D.J. KNIGHTSHIFT!

RSVP to Cynthia or Bill at (617)635-5256

6:00p.m.-9:00p.m.

Archdale Community Center

125 Brookway Road, Roslindale

Sponsored by the Archdale Community Center Council

Nostalgia Night

Reminisce with friends over an episode of "I Love Lucy" and "The Ed Sullivan Show", maybe more. Trivia games, refreshments and socializing.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Roslindale House

120 Poplar Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by the Healthy Roslindale Coalition

to calendar of events

Volunteer Event: Ethos Spring Spruce Up for Roslindale Seniors

Put your yard work skills and tools to work for seniors in Roslindale. Join teams of volunteers and elected officials to spruce up the yards of selected seniors for spring.
RSVP to Lynn Santiago Calling (617) 522-6700, ext. 323 or lcalling@ethocare.org.

10:00a.m.-2:00p.m.

RAIN DATE June 3rd.

Sponsored by Ethos

Senior Breakfast: Food and Facts!

A recipe for getting answers to all your questions regarding services available to help you maintain health & well-being during your senior years.

10:00a.m.-1:00p.m

Sacred Heart School Cafeteria

1035 Canterbury Street, Roslindale.

Sponsored by City Councilor Rob Consalvo, The Healthy Roslindale Coalition and Sacred Heart Parish.

to calendar of events

Dollars & $ense: Tips for Financial Well-Being

Engage in a focused discussion of money management issues followed by optional one-on-one counseling sessions.

9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m.

Roslindale House Community Room

120 Poplar, Roslindale

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

Senior Prom and Fashion Show

12:30a.m.-3:00p.m

Join us for the second annual Senior Prom! Kick up your heels in an afternoon of dancing, entertainment, refreshments and fun. Special Fashion Show sponsored by Goddess Way and the Thrift Store of Boston.

Reservations Required!

RSVP to Anne at (617) 522-6700, ext. 338

St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church

39 Belgrade Avenue, Roslindale

to calendar of events

Moving Toward Spirituality with Meditation and Movement

Explore meditation and everyday movement as a way to express yourself with Donna Newman Bluestein, Dance/ Movement Therapist.

1:00 pm  - 2:00 pm

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center, Cable Synagogue, Lobby Level

1200 Centre Street, Roslindale

Sponsored by Hebrew SeniorLife

Simple Things You Can Do To Make Your Home Safe

Learn how you can make small changes to ensure greater safety and comfort in your own home with Deborah Sarro, Director, Outpatient and Resident Wellness Services

2:00p.m-3:00p.m

Roslindale House

120 Poplar, Roslindale

Sponsored by Hebrew Senior Life

to calendar of events

Duck Tour of Boston Just for Seniors

Hear the story and enjoy the sights of Boston from land and sea. 

Lunch and transportation provided.

Cost: $25.

To purchase tickets mail check, payable to "Ethos - Duck Tour" by May 22nd to Ethos at 555 Amory Street /Jamaica Plain, MA  02130. First come, first served.  Pick-up and drop-off location will be One Florence Street in Roslindale.  Further details will be mailed with tickets.

Direct inquiries to Kelly at 617-522-6700 ext.322.

Sponsored by Ethos

to calendar of events

The Grand Finale: Supper and Sing Along Cabaret

Celebrate the last day of Older Americans Month with a song! Join us for a delicious supper and sing along with David Polansky.  Sing, clap and dance to the sounds of George Cohan, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, Hoagy Carmichael and others.

5:30 pm. - 7:00 p.m.

For reservations call 617-327-2532 or email: KLPeters50@msn.com by 5/29.

Bethany First United Methodist Church

100 Cummins Highway, Roslindale

Sponsored by Bethany First United Methodist Church and Ethos

to calendar of events