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Age Strong Commission to Host Cost-Saving Clinics Across Boston Neighborhoods to Help Older Residents Make Ends Meet

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~ Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and the Age Strong Commission have joined forces to launch a series of in-person cost-savings clinics for older adult residents in the city. These clinics, aimed at residents aged 55 and above, will provide valuable resources and assistance in navigating various cost-saving opportunities.

According to Mayor Wu, the rising cost of living in Boston has made it crucial to ensure that older residents are connected to all available services and resources. The clinics, hosted by Age Strong advocates and partners, will screen older adults for eligibility on programs such as SNAP, fuel assistance, Medicare Savings Program, water/sewer discounts, senior circuit breaker tax credit, property tax savings and deferrals.

The Mayor encourages all eligible older adults to take advantage of these clinics by signing up for an appointment before the end of March. Age Strong Commissioner Emily K. Shea emphasizes the importance of these clinics by stating that every little bit can help and many people may not be aware of the various programs available to them.

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The cost-savings clinics will be held across different neighborhoods in Boston throughout March. Residents can make an appointment by calling Age Strong at 617-635-4366 or by visiting www.boston.gov/cost-savings for more information.

The first clinic will take place on February 9th and 10th at the BCYF Paris Street Community Center in East Boston from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Other locations include BCYF Curtis Hall Community Center in Jamaica Plain on February 11th from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., BCYF Roslindale from February 12th to 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Veronica B. Smith Senior Center in Brighton on March 2nd from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Shaw-Roxbury Branch Library in Roxbury from March 5th to 6th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., All Saints Episcopal Church in Dorchester from March 9th to 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Boston City Hall from March 23rd to 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The City of Boston's cost-savings clinics have partnered with various city departments including Assessing, Boston Home Center, Civic Organizing, Environment, Veterans Services, Water/Sewer Commission, and Worker Empowerment. Other partners include ABCD, Eversource, and National Grid.

These clinics aim to provide older adults with the necessary resources and support to help them save money and improve their quality of life. With the rising cost of living in Boston, it is crucial for residents to take advantage of these opportunities and the city is committed to ensuring that all eligible individuals are connected with these valuable resources.

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