Ethos' offices are currently without power, telephones and internet access due to a neighborhood-wide power outage. We are working with Eversource to have service restored. In the meantime, we will not be able to receive and make phone calls or,…
Community RelationsJune 7, 2017
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvJQRHUxnko More than 250 LGBT elders gathered on Monday, June 20, 2016, at Venezia Restaurant in Dorchester, for the 2016 Senior Pride Luncheon, sponsored by Ethos and the City of Boston Commission on Affairs of the Elderly. At the luncheon,…
Community RelationsJune 26, 2016
Sealed proposals are hereby solicited for multiple contractors for the provision of services to the clients of Boston Senior Home Care (Lincoln Plaza, 89 South Street, Suite 501, Boston, MA, 02111), Central Boston Elder Services (2315 Washington Street, Boston, MA…
Community RelationsMay 9, 2016
Building Impact makes giving back convenient by bringing volunteer events and donation drives to participants in office and apartment buildings to help them become more civically engaged. The organization has helped Ethos expand its volunteer base by organizing groups…
Volunteer ServicesMarch 31, 2015
Ethos' Pierre Simon is something like a superman to many of his clients. The 53-year-old native Haitian drives through the streets of Jamaica Plain five days a week stopping at one house after another dropping off dinners, including turkey, tofu…
Community RelationsFebruary 18, 2015
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1s7guok5Xc#action=share The back-to-back-to-back winter storms have left behind record snow, making life difficult for just about everyone and turning even basic daily activities — like getting to work — into gargantuan tasks. It kind of makes you want to just…
Community RelationsFebruary 13, 2015
http://youtu.be/hxlDAA_YSK4 A new video from the Tufts Health Plan Foundation explains how diabetes can be effectively managed with lifestyle changes, especially by losing weight and/or maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and eating healthy foods. Ethos healthy aging program participant…
Community RelationsFebruary 12, 2015
Due to the ongoing weather emergency, public transportation closures and city-wide parking ban, Ethos will be closed on Tuesday, February 10, 2015. All Meals-on-Wheels deliveries and Community Cafes have been cancelled and; all other Ethos operations remain shut down. Protective…
Community RelationsFebruary 10, 2015
Ethos will be closed on February 9, 2015 due to heavy snow, a citywide parking ban, and limited public transportation access. All meal delivery and community cafés have been canceled for today. Protective Services will continue to receive reports although…
Community RelationsFebruary 9, 2015
I. INTRODUCTION Ethos, an Aging Service Access Points agency, is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Employment Opportunity organization requesting proposals for the provision of auditing services and completion of tax returns. Ethos is a private non‑profit corporation serving persons 60 years…
Community RelationsFebruary 6, 2015
Ethos phone lines and email are currently down due to a power outage. NStar estimates that power will be restored no sooner than 8:00 p.m. In the interim, Protective Service reports can be directed to 617-592-1932.
Community RelationsFebruary 5, 2015
Due to the snowstorm Ethos' offices will remain closed on Monday, February 2, 2015. All meal delivery has been canceled. All community cafés are closed. Protective Services will continue to receive reports, although on a limited basis.
Community RelationsFebruary 2, 2015
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJLDkq_ioec More than 65 million people, 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled or aged family member or friend during any given year and spend an average of 20 hours per week providing care for…
Community RelationsNovember 20, 2014
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of Mayor Thomas M. Menino, a great friend of the elderly of Boston and a staunch supporter of fairness and inclusion. Without his support many of the most important programs for elders would…
Community RelationsOctober 30, 2014
Secretary of Elder Affairs Ann Hartstein addresses SHINE counselors from the Boston region an their annual open enrollment training. Medicare’s upcoming annual Open Enrollment Period runs from Wednesday, Oct. 15 to Sunday, Dec. 7. According to , a Henry J.…
Community RelationsOctober 10, 2014
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cceSKUNWHpg A new video from the Tufts Health Plan Foundation highlights how healthy aging programs assist older adults, who wish to maintain their independence, by helping them to improve their diets, increase strength, reduce falls and manage chronic diseases. In…
Community RelationsAugust 18, 2014
It’s that time of year again! If you have a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (also known as a Part D Medication plan) or a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO, PPO), you should be receiving information from your plan by the end…
Community RelationsJuly 25, 2014
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6j8L7ghNmiE A new video from the Tufts Health Plan Foundation sheds light on the issue of social isolation as one of the most significant risk factors for people as they age. As of 2012, the National Council on Aging…
Community RelationsJuly 21, 2014
To Whom It May Concern: Ethos is a most wonderful service offered to the city of Boston residents who need various “helps” to make their lives much easier. I receive housekeeping and laundry services, however, my favorite, and the best…
Community RelationsJuly 18, 2014
Ann Stewart, a retired hospital worker from Mattapan, and member of Ethos' Board of Directors, celebrated her 90th birthday this past weekend. Stewart is also president of the Mass Senior Action Council. Many thanks to Ann for the years of…
Community RelationsMarch 31, 2014
Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15 - December 7 BOSTON, October 8, 2013 - Medicare open enrollment begins on October 15 and a free program can help provide health insurance information, counseling and assistance to Massachusetts residents with Medicare and…
Community RelationsOctober 8, 2013
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ek5NIgcDhVk This virtual event capped off our celebration of National Older Americans Month and be an opportunity to connect with family and friends, learn how to stay healthy and active as well as, be treated to some fun entertainment. Presentation…
Raymond SantosJune 2, 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFjgv9rM-9Q In this presentation, the Age Strong Commission joins us to give an overview of programs and services provided by the City of Boston, and other governmental organizations, such as transportation, tax relief, home repair, to name a few, that…
Raymond SantosMay 24, 2021
The program has been helpful to me. The BMMP facilitates paying my rent, Comcast, the Eversource electric and my health plan. Yes, indeed it’s very helpful to have these bills paid on my behalf. I think the staff are great.…
Raymond SantosMay 24, 2021
https://youtu.be/I7MMqvbi_PQ Aging in Community highlights programs and services available from community organizations such as Ethos, Boston Senior Home Care, and Central Boston Elder Services, which enable older adults to live independently, remain in their own homes, stay active and healthy…
Raymond SantosMay 14, 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbD-1Obpj6k This event highlights ways to advocate for older adults and key organizations locally. It will also provide a variety of volunteer opportunities for older adults and those who want to support them. Organizations featured include the Massachusetts Councils on…
Raymond SantosMay 7, 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYecKG7pozo Ethos Nutrition Tips for Seniors: Overnight Oats Hello everyone, my name is Chloe Lo and I am from the nutrition department at Ethos. Today I am going to be sharing with you an easy, quick, and nutritious breakfast…
Raymond SantosApril 15, 2021
Please join Ethos on Thursday, April 1, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., for a special “Virtual” Welcome Back event for LGBT Seniors, Friends, Allies, and Supporters. These are extraordinary times and the COVID-19 pandemic has forced the cancellation…
Raymond SantosMarch 22, 2021
Sensible End of Life Planning, Presented by Judith Schwarz for Ethos' JP@Home Program, offers practical information on the following topics: Everything you need to know about completing an advance directive Status of Massachusetts Medical Aid in Dying legislation (MAID) Until…
Raymond SantosMarch 18, 2021