The Good Neighbors program, created in April as a response to the pandemic, pairs seniors with volunteers who help purchase groceries, prepare food and deliver medication. Volunteers also engage in phone or written communication.
The art classes will be hosted in South End, Mattapan, and Jamaica Plain. They are a part of a larger effort by the city to support Boston's older residents and combat implicit biases surrounding aging.
February marks the celebration of African American History Month, a time meant to recognize the achievements of the black community and engage in discussions on the systemic racial injustice that occurs in the United States.
