The computer classes provide an avenue for seniors to learn basic computer skills such as how to set up a gmail, functions such as copy and paste, and software such as Google Docs. Seniors who complete 15 hours of classroom training receive a computer, computer bag, and free internet service for a year. Classes are currently meeting virtually and in-person.

Interested in joining the class? Contact Carl at (617) 602-5002

The small business classes help individuals learn how to use online resources to help manage and grow their businesses; how to cultivate the skills and opportunities to connect with state, city, and community assets and agencies; and how to develop the ability to improve their quality of life as new members of the online community. People will receive support starting their own business from idea to licensing and certification!

Interested in joining the class? Contact Carl at (617) 602-5002

Visit Grandma's Hands on Facebook for additional resources for starting your own business.

RTB provides a vegetable delivery service available to seniors, disabled folks, and families with young children in Boston. The vegetables are sourced from nearby farms and gardens during the growing season, including Allandale Farm, Dudley Grows, and the Urban Farming Institute.

Contact Carl for more information.

Stay tuned! We are currently working to include meats and other food products with the deliveries.

Dementia Friends is a global movement developed by the Alzheimer’s Society in the United Kingdom and now underway in Massachusetts and across the United States. The sessions are a discussion led by a volunteer Dementia Friends Champion. You’ll learn what dementia is, what it’s like to live with it, and tips for communicating with people who have dementia.

Interested in joining a VIRTUAL session? Contact Carl at (617) 602-5002

Learn more about Dementia Friends!

The Senior Brown Bag Program provides food deliveries the last Wednesday of each month for people ages 65+. Since August 2021, RTB, Inc. has provided fresh veggies from the Urban Farming Institute for the seniors in the program, up to 40 bags each month! The food bags also include WPF breads and hand sanitizers.

ABCD Roxbury/North Dorchester Neighborhood Opportunity Center is located at 565 Warren St, Roxbury, MA 02119

Interested in signing up? Contact Ms. Joane Guzman at 617-442-5903 or Joane.Guzman@BostonABCD.org