City of Boston Age Strong Commission connects residents aged 55+ to a wide array of resources—from Medicare/insurance counseling, benefit applications (like SNAP, housing, fuel assistance), and legal or financial referrals, to protections against elder abuse and opportunities for volunteering. They support an age-friendly city through programs such as accessible outdoor walks, age‑friendly business certification, public restroom maps, intergenerational housing initiatives, dementia-friendly care (e.g., Memory Cafés, support groups), and community engagement via a rolling Action Plan.

Phone: 617-635-4366 Email: agestrong@boston.gov Website: https://www.boston.gov/departments/age-strong-commission

Massachusetts Department of Transportation mission is to deliver excellent customer service to people traveling in the Commonwealth by providing transportation infrastructure which is safe, reliable, robust and resilient. We work to provide a transportation system which can strengthen the state’s economy and improve the quality of life for all.

Phone: For all departments(857) 368-4636

Website: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-transportation

IPC staff can assist you with access to local transportation. Our IPC Transportation guide can be found on our Aging Well Page or call the IPC at (617) 265-5300.

The Irish Pastoral Centre offers individual counseling that is available from SHINE at the Centre by appointment. If this is something that may benefit you, call the IPC at 617-265-5300 for more information.

What is the SHINE Program?  The SHINE Program provides free health insurance information, counseling, and assistance to people who are eligible for Medicare and their caregivers. Certified, trained SHINE counselors, who are often volunteers, work with participants to help explore Medicare plan options and uncover ways to save money on both health insurance and prescription drug costs.  

How can a SHINE Counselor help me? 

A SHINE counselor will help you: 

Understand your Medicare and other health insurance and drug coverage options

• Find the right coverage for you 

• Find ways you can save money on your prescription drugs and health insurance 

• Help you apply for programs that will lower your costs 

• Provide information to help you make the best coverage selection 

ASAPS contracts with the Executive Office of Aging and Independence to provide programs and services designed specifically to support adults aged 60 and older, and their caregivers. ASAPs also provide free information on resources available to people aged 60 and older across the state. There are 24 ASAPs across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Each ASAP provides services in specific Cities/Towns.

A listing of the ASAPs and the Cities/Towns they serve is found HERE

City of Boston Age Strong Commission connects residents aged 55+ to a wide array of resources —from Medicare/insurance counseling, benefit applications (like SNAP, housing, fuel assistance), and legal or financial referrals, to protections against elder abuse and opportunities for volunteering. They support an age-friendly city through programs such as accessible outdoor walks, age‑friendly business certification, public restroom maps, intergenerational housing initiatives, dementia-friendly care (e.g., Memory Cafés, support groups), and community engagement via a rolling Action Plan.

Phone: 617-635-4366 Email: agestrong@boston.gov Website: https://www.boston.gov/departments/age-strong-commission

Our Aging Well team are always available for a consultation and can work to connect you with local resources. Please call the Centre at (617) 265-5300 for more info.