Since 1979 we have built inclusive communities that span generations and cultures to prevent and relieve isolation and loneliness.
Since 1979 LBFE Boston's nonprofit mission has been to help relieve isolation and loneliness among our older neighbors. By connecting residents of affordable & public housing with local college students, we facilitate lasting intergenerational friendships through weekly social, educational, creative, and technology programs.
As part of our Inclusion Program work with YW Boston, one of our goals was to expand LBFE Boston’s geographic reach and programmatic engagement. We are pleased to share that in 2022, LBFE:
-Added 4 programs in Dorchester
-Added 1 program in Hyde Park
-Reached 25% presence in Boston Housing Authority/Affordable Housing
-Began teaching in Spanish in Digital Dividends through partnership/materials from Senior Planet (Mandarin will be next)
On this map, the yellow markers indicate BHA/Affordable Housing and the purple markers show where LBFE Boston offers programs/has an active presence, and the pink markers indicate where LBFE previously offered programs /having discussions to operate in soon.
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We love this reminder from instructor, Ellice Patterson's (also Executive Director of Abilities Dance) at a recent Creative Connections class at Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Grove Hall Community Center / 51 Geneva Ave when it comes to movement & dance:
'We meet you where your body is at.'
Dancing is an activity that’s easily modified, helps us connect with other people, reduces stress, increases mobility, and gives the brain a workout! Abilities Dance's mission is to disrupt antiquated, ableist beliefs and disseminate the value of inclusion through dance.
Thank you for partnering with LBFE Boston - Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly, Ellice!
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Helene Joy Chapman - thought you'd love to see this from the nonprofit where I work...
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In this month's episode of CONNECT: Addressing Loneliness in Massachusetts, host AARP Massachusetts volunteer president Sandra Harris speaks to legendary Boston radio personality, Ron Della Chiesa about the power of music, and he plays some of his feel-good favorites!
youtu.be/0gBD998gZbw
To watch previous CONNECT episodes related to connected, healthy aging, visit www.endlonelinessma.com/tv-series
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Great post from our community partner, Boston Senior Home Care. Thank you for sharing!We partnered with LBFE Boston - Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly to bring free art instruction to our Lower Mills Apartment residents! LBFE’s Creative Connections program is funded by Age Strong and taught by Haitian-born artist, Mimi Desir of In Sight Art Gallery .
Mimi enjoys working with older adults and views art as a therapeutic experience “One bad thought can ruin their day,” she explained. “Art lets them express their emotions and thoughts, which is good for their minds. But, the social connection keeps them coming to class.”
A special thanks to Age Strong, LBFE Boston - Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly, and our supportive housing team for bringing the program to residents at Lower Mills!
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Holiday shopping? Find that perfect gift AND help LBFE Boston with our Kendra Scott Gives Back event, December 9-11! 20% of each purchase goes to our organization & supports our mission to end loneliness and isolation among low-income, older adults in Boston. 3 ways to shop!
SHOP IN PERSON: Join us for shopping, sips & sweets next Saturday, December 10th from 12-2 pm at the Kendra Scott store on 115 Newbury St. Boston. Click here to reserve your free ticket (headcount needed!) givebutter.com/kendragivesback
SHOP BY PHONE: Call 617-297-9992 to place your order. Be sure to mention LBFE Boston at checkout!
SHOP ONLINE: Shop at www.kendrascott.com between December 9-11. Must use code GIVEBACK-DBEPD at checkout. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
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I'll be there on the 10th!
Age Strong Community-Engaged Teaching and Research at Northeastern Rogerson Communities Northeastern University Maloney Properties Real Estate Brokerage Ethos HallKeen Management - Real Estate Management & Investment Boston College Tufts University AARP Massachusetts Northeastern University City & Community Engagement Madison Park Development Corporation Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Retirement Housing Foundation The Community Builders The Peterborough Senior Center (a program of Operation P.E.A.C.E.) Operation P.E.A.C.E. The Schochet Companies
For the past year, LBFE Boston has participated and immersed itself in the Inclusion Boston program through YW Boston to evaluate and improve our organization by examining our values through a DEI lens.
Diversity, equity, and inclusivity are core values that run through the fabric of LBFE and into our community work, not simply a checkmark on a to-do list.
Come back here to learn more about the impact of these efforts on our programs and work. We invite you to read our values & diversity statement here: lbfeboston.org/our-values/
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I'm proud to be a part of this organization