The only thing better than a morning walk with a friend around Jamaica Pond is a walk with a purpose – to end social isolation among elders. The Walk to End Elder Isolation on May 19 benefits FriendshipWorks’ programs to keep greater Boston’s elders healthy and connected, through friendly visiting, medical escorts, pet program, and more that help elders stay healthy and connected. Form a team, walk in honor or memory of a special elder,…
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Formerly called FriendshipWalks, The Walk to End Elder Isolation is FriendshipWorks’ 3rd annual walk and it will raise critical funds to help fulfill FriendshipWorks’ mission to end elder isolation and create connections. The walk route is new this year: it goes around Jamaica Pond and the Emerald Necklace, starting and ending at Rogerson House in Jamaica Plain. Registration begins at 9 am and the walk starts at 10 am. Walk with a friend or make a new one;…
