A father-son team is helping their Boston neighbors in need weather the winter. Immediately after a recent snowfall, Michael and Tommy O’Dea headed beyond their block in Roslindale to clear a path for Thomas Walsh. The O’Deas met Walsh several…
On Wednesday, February 8, 2017, Ethos celebrated the launch of Cafe Pride, the organization’s latest supper club for LGBT Elders of Color, their friends, supporters and allies. On hand for the event were Dale Mitchell, executive director of Ethos;…
With a significant snowstorm expected to bring more than a foot of snow in the Boston area, Ethos will be closing its offices on Thursday, February 9, 2017. All meal deliveries and Community Café’s have been cancelled. All classes, workshops…
“Practicing Tai Chi can help reduce the risk of falling by as much as 55%.” FALLS FACTS • Falls are the leading cause of death from injury among people 65 and older. • Approximately 9,500 deaths in older Americans…
Dale Mitchell, executive director of Ethos, provides an overview of the MA LGBT Aging Commission’s recommendations for Long-Term Services & Supports.
Ethos is currently hiring for positions within the Home Care department. We serve a very diverse clientele and our 125+ staff reflect that diversity. People of color and those who speak a foreign language are encouraged to apply. All applicants are…
Nearly 1 in 5 Americans aged 65 or older experience symptoms of depression. Healthy IDEAS (Identifying Depression, Empowering Activities for Seniors), is working to combat depression in Boston’s seniors. Healthy IDEAS is an evidence-based program for seniors in the community…
After the death of his roommate, John was struggling to keep up with his rent. Through the collaborative efforts of Ethos’ Boston Money Management Team and of the agency’s community network, specifically Central Boston Elder Services, John’s new roommate will…
Exclusive Public Screening of Reel in the Closet with Director Stu Maddux From the director of the award-winning Gen Silent, comes Reel in the Closet, a feature-length documentary that lets us connect with LGBTQ people from the past though the rare home…
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, Dale…