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FREE COVID-19 PCR Test Site
Sunday, January 16, 9AM-2PM

The Brookline Department of Public Health will host a FREE COVID-19 PCR Test Site in coordination with Transformative Healthcare. The test site is open to all Brookline residents, Brookline students, and employees of Brookline businesses. Both drive-thru and walk-up options are available. If driving, please enter the test site through the town garage on Washington Street between Town Hall and the Main Library. If walking, please enter the test site in front of Pierce School via the stairs on Harvard Street, directly across from Homer Street/St. Mary's Church. If walking, please be advised that the weather is predicted to be cold and there may be a wait outdoors - dress accordingly. Testing sites are first come, first served. Masks are required; please practice social distancing. Results are typically reported within 48-72 hours following testing, via phone, text, or email.

Moderna Booster (Only) Vaccine Clinic
Thursday, January 20

The Massachusetts Mobile Vaccination program will be offering a Moderna booster vaccine clinic, in collaboration with the Brookline Council On Aging, on Thursday, January 20 at the Brookline Senior Center..

Please note that only Moderna booster shots will be offered at this clinic.

Click here to schedule an appointment, or call 617-730-2777 for additional assistance.

Please be sure to have your vaccine card and your health insurance cards available as you will need to provide that information to schedule an appointment.

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Coronavirus
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Brookline Department of Public Health Shares COVID-19 Update

Brookline Department of Public Health Invites Residents to Fall Vaccination Clinics

Town of Brookline Lifts Mask Mandate for Indoor Town-Owned Spaces Where Public Gathers

Town of Brookline to Reinstate Mask Mandate in Indoor Town-Owned Spaces Where Public Gathers

Brookline Department of Public Health Unveils Refreshed COVID-19 Data Portal and Information Hub

Town of Brookline Awards More Than $22 Million in COVID Relief Funds to Community Organizations and Projects

Mask Update for Senior Center March 12, 2022

Public Schools of Brookline to Transition to Mask-Friendly Environment

Brookline Department of Public Health to Lift Indoor Mask Mandate

Town of Brookline Invites Community to Public Forum on Health, Safety Protocols During U.S. Open Championship

Brookline Department of Public Health Announces Free Antigen COVID-19 Test Kits Available for Pickup

Town of Brookline Ends Vaccine Requirement at Businesses

Brookline Indoor Mask Mandate and Vaccination Requirement at Businesses to Remain in Effect Until Further Notice

Brookline Department of Public Health Announces Free Antigen COVID-19 Test Kits Available for Pickup

Town of Brookline Names Sigalle Reiss as Director of Public Health and Human Services

Brookline Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for Those 5 and Older

Town of Brookline Announces Two Upcoming Weekend COVID-19 Testing Clinics

Brookline Hosting COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic in Partnership with Transformative Healthcare for Those 12 and Older

Town of Brookline Shares Federal Resources for Obtaining Free Rapid COVID-19 Tests

Brookline Hosting Free COVID-19 PCR Testing Clinic

Baker-Polito Administration Secures Contract for 26 Million Rapid Antigen Tests

Town of Brookline to Require Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination at all Restaurants, Gyms and Entertainment Venues

Baker-Polito Administration Launches Tool for Residents to Access COVID-19 Digital Vaccine Card

Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services Provides Update on Constantly-Evolving COVID-19 Pandemic

Brookline Residents Resolving to Serve The Community in 2022 Encouraged to Fill Board Vacancies

Town of Brookline to Reopen COVID-19 Call Center on Dec. 24

Breakthrough Case Review Finds 97% of COVID-19 Cases in Vaccinated Individuals Don't Result in Severe Illness

Brookline Department of Public Health and Human Services to Begin Distributing Free Rapid COVID-19 Tests

Town of Brookline Offers “Tech Buddies” Program To Supply Low-Income Seniors with Tablets and Internet Access Amid Pandemic

Brookline Department of Health and Human Services Shares Update on Mask Guidance

Where can I get a COVID-19 booster shot?

Brookline Vaccine Clinic - Sunday, November 14
Town Hall, 333 Washington Street
9:00 am - noon - COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Only (5-11 yrs)
More information.

Town of Brookline Launches Work From Home Pilot Program

Brookline Department of Public Health to Hold Community Flu Clinic

Brookline Office of Emergency Management Shares Tips to Help Residents During Emergency Preparedness Month

Brookline Department of Public Health Announces Additional Sign-up Dates for Food Coupon Program

Brookline Public Health Nurse Hosting COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

Jennifer C. Barber Selected to Serve as Brookline�s Fourth Poet Laureate

Town of Brookline Advises Residents of Elevated West Nile Virus Risk Level

Brookline Department of Public Health Shares COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Private Schools

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics at Lincoln School on Wednesday, Sept. 8 and Thursday, Sept. 9

Larz Anderson Auto Museum Honored at Pebble Beach Concours d�Elegance

Town of Brookline Seeking Executive Search Consultants as Police Chief Hiring Process Begins

Town of Brookline Names Justin Casanova-Davis Acting Finance Director

Town of Brookline to Require Face Coverings Indoors Townwide

Brookline Vaccine ACT Project: Get your COVID-19 vaccine

Town of Brookline Offers Safety Tips, Encourages Residents to Stay Alert as Tropical Storm Henri Tracks Toward New England

Brookline Community Foundation Accepting Nominations from Community Members for Racial Equity Grant Program Committee

Brookline Department of Public Health Awarded Grant to Help Families In Need Access Farmers� Market

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at Lincoln School on Wednesday, Aug. 18

Brookline Vaccine ACT Project: I got my COVID-19 vaccine

Brookline Department of Public Health Provides Tips to Help Prevent Rodents in Town

Town of Brookline Recommends Indoor Mask Use

Brookline Department of Public Health Declares Heat Emergency, Cooling Centers Open in Town

Brookline Announces Members of Community Partnership Committee to Support Engagement Around the 2022 U.S. Open

Town of Brookline Launches Interactive Website for Residents to Participate in and Track Use of American Rescue Plan Funding

Brookline Vaccine ACT Project Video: How I felt after getting my COVID-19 vaccine

Brookline Libraries to Require Masks Beginning Next Week

Brookline Vaccine ACT Project Video: If I take the VAX, do I still need masks or can I go straight to a party?

Watch the Latest From the Brookline Vaccine ACT Project

Town of Brookline Launches Vaccine ACT Video Project to Promote COVID-19 Vaccine Awareness"

Town of Brookline and the Brookline Community Foundation to launch Racial Equity Fund

Brookline Vaccine ACT Project Video: Will the COVID vaccine make me sick?

Brookline Department of Public Health Declares Heat Emergency

Brookline Vaccine ACT Project Launches Awareness Video Campaign

Town of Brookline to Launch Community Partnership Committee to Support Engagement Around the 2022 U.S. Open

Brookline Department of Public Health & Human Services Shares COVID-19 Report

Brookline Fire Department Offers Grilling Safety Tips

2022 U.S. Open to Mark the Next Chapter in a Storied History of Golf in Brookline and at The Country Club

Brookline Department of Public Health Asks Residents to Take COVID-19 Vaccine Literacy Survey

Brookline Residents Invited to First Public Meeting on Ice Rink Feasibility Study

Town of Brookline, Community Partners Invite Public to Annual Juneteenth Celebration

Commonwealth Launches �Mass VaxMillions� Vaccine Lottery Program

Upcoming Brookline Vaccine Clinic Expanded to All Brookline Residents 18 and Older

Brookline Department of Public Health Shares Hot Weather Safety Tips

A Reminder About Mask Expectations in Brookline

Brookline Department of Public Health Recognized by National Association of County and City Health Officials

Brookline Department of Public Health Hosting Vaccine Clinic for Adults Over 65

Governor Baker Issues Order Rescinding COVID-19 Restrictions on May 29 and Terminating State of Emergency Effective June 15

Town of Brookline Announces Expanded Access to Public Buildings

Town of Brookline to Follow Commonwealth�s Plan to Rescind Face Cover Order on May 29

Town of Brookline to Mark National Public Works Week

Baker-Polito Administration to Lift COVID Restrictions May 29, State to Meet Vaccination Goal by Beginning of June. Commonwealth Will Adopt CDC Face Covering Guidance

Brookline Fire Department Offers Residents Electrical Safety Tips for National Electrical Safety Month

Town of Brookline Shares Guidance Following Authorization of Pfizer Vaccine for Children & Teens 12 and Older

Senior Center Launches Fundraising Drive to Support Restaurants and Residents

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Employer Vaccination Program, Extension of Targeted free COVID-19 Testing Sites, Provides Weekly Dose Updates

Town of Brookline Closes Vaccine Call Center, Offers Homebound Residents In-Home Vaccinations

Spring Cleaning: Brookline Public Works to Offer Trash Amnesty Pickups Next Week

Update on Brookline�s Face Covering Requirement

Brookline Public Works Invites Public to Community Engagement Forum

Brookline Residents Invited to Presentation on Urban Forest Climate Resiliency Master Plan Draft

Town of Brookline�s Advisory Council on Public Health to Review Outdoor Mask Mandate

Town of Brookline Awarded State Grant to Assist with Medical Transportation Needs for Seniors

Town of Brookline�s Outdoor Mask Mandate to Remain in Place Until Further Notice

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Plans for Continued Reopening

Town of Brookline Hires Thomas Barrasso as Director for Sustainability Planning

Town of Brookline Develops Civilian Feedback Form to Evaluate Police Interactions

Brookline�s Tom Brady Named Mass. Conservation Administrator of the Year

Reminder: Events This Week Marking National Public Health Week

Brookline Fire Department Awarded $25,983 Grant for Safety Equipment

Town of Brookline Provides Important Updates on Upcoming Town Election

Reminder: Vaccine Eligibility Expands to Adults 55+ & Those With At Least One of Several Certain Medical Conditions on April 5"

Brookline Department of Public Health Invites Community to Celebrate National Public Health Week

Advanced Volunteer Registration Opportunity Announced for Town of Brookline Residents for the 2022 U.S. Open Championship

Brookline Select Board Issues Statement Condemning Racism and Violence Against Asian-Americans

Town of Brookline Shares Information on Vaccination Program for Homebound Residents

Brookline Public Works Responds to Multiple Water Main Breaks

Send Chamber your �love letters� to Brookline businesses

Town of Brookline Announces Start of Cypress Field Playground Project

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Transition to Phase IV of Reopening Plan

State Announces Vaccine Timeline for All Residents, Provides Weekly Dose Updates & $24.7 Million in Federal Funding for Vaccine Equity Initiative

Brookline Residents Invited to Forum on Mental Health Amid COVID-19

Town of Brookline Shares Information on State�s Vaccine Pre-registration Program, Guidelines for Fully Vaccinated Individuals

Brookline Public Works Reminds Residents of Seasonal Leaf Blower Ban as Many Residents Remain at Home Due to COVID-19

Brookline Fire Department Awarded Over $10,000 to Support Student Awareness of Fire Education and Senior S.A.F.E. Programs

Brookline Commission for the Arts seeks Brookline Poet Laureate for 2021-24 term

Town of Brookline Closes COVID-19 Testing Site, Urges Continued Vigilance to Curb Spread

Brookline Department of Public Health Hires Roland Lankah as Assistant Health Director

Construction Set to Begin at Larz Anderson Park�s Lagoon Area

Alexandra Vecchio Selected as Brookline�s New Director of Parks and Open Space

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Plans for Continued Reopening

Brookline Department of Public Health Invites Residents Over 18 to Complete Survey Related to Marijuana

Town of Brookline Retains Coveted Top Bond Ratings from S&P, Moody�s

Public Schools of Brookline to Host Virtual Renaming Ceremony for Florida Ruffin Ridley School this Friday

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Vaccine Appointment Booking for Individuals Ages 65+, Individuals with 2+ Certain Medical Conditions to Begin on Feb. 18

Brookline restaurants encouraged to apply to the Brookline Chamber�s Feeding Brookline program

*Update #5* Town of Brookline Cautions Seniors Against One-Time �Companion� Offers Related to COVID-19 Vaccines

Brookline�s DPW & Commission on Disability Share Resources to Help Ensure Pedestrian Safety

*Update #4* Town of Brookline Encourages Residents 75 and Older to Use State�s 211 System for COVID-19 Vaccinations

Brookline Recreation Reminds Community New Online Registration & Reservation System Launches Tomorrow

Vaccine update from Ruthann Dobek, Director of Brookline's Council on Aging and Senior Center, February 5, 2021

Baker-Polito Administration Awards Nearly $174 Million in Grants to 4,043 Additional Small Businesses for COVID Relief, Increases Capacity Limits for Businesses and Other Activities

*Update #3* Brookline Department of Public Health Shares COVID-19 Vaccination Distribution Update

Brookline Recreation Announces Transition to New Online Registration & Reservation Software

Town of Brookline Announces Service Impacts and Parking Ban for Nor�easter

Public Schools of Brookline Postpones Virtual Renaming Ceremony for Florida Ruffin Ridley School

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Expansion of COVID-19 Vaccination Sites, Updates to Phase Two

Public Schools of Brookline to Host Virtual Renaming Ceremony for Florida Ruffin Ridley School

*Update #2* Town of Brookline to Re-Activate COVID-19 Call Center as Vaccine Resource Hub, Encourages Residents to Complete Vaccine Questionnaire

Baker-Polito Administration Awards Another $37 Million in Grants to 638 Businesses, Extends Capacity Limits and Lifts Early Closing Requirement for Businesses

Raw Video: *Update #1* Town of Brookline Begins Administering COVID-19 Vaccines to First Responders, Offers Resources for Residents to Stay Informed About Vaccine Distribution

Town of Brookline Urges Vigilance as Community Maintains �Moderate� Risk Designation

Baker-Polito Administration Awards Another $78.5 Million in Additional Grants to 1,595 Businesses Most Impacted by the Pandemic

Brookline Department of Public Health Orders Pause to School Athletic Programs Until At Least Feb. 1

Residents Invited to Learn More About Town Budgeting Process at Brookline Budget Forum

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Extension of Capacity and Gathering Limits, New Guidance for Hospital ICU Staffing

Public Schools of Brookline and Town of Brookline Provide Update on COVID-19 Testing and Safety Efforts

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Further Measures to Stop the Spread of COVID-19

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Support For 1,158 Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 Recession

Baker-Polito Administration Files Legislation To Maintain Unemployment Trust Fund, Provide Employer Relief

Town of Brookline Announces Plan to Permit Outdoor Dining Through the Winter, Plus Updated Safety Protocols for Private Schools

Town of Brookline Announces Service Impacts and Parking Ban Ahead of Winter Storm Gail

Brookline�s Swannie Jett Named to Mass. Public Health Association�s Board of Directors

Dec. 14, 2020: The Latest COVID-19 Case Data for the Town of Brookline

Dec. 9, 2020: Here are the Latest COVID-19 Case Numbers for the Town of Brookline

Town of Brookline Earns Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Initial Steps for COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Statewide Rollback to Phase Three, Step One, Additional Restrictions Effective December 13th

Town of Brookline Provides Update on In-Town Testing Initiative, Urges Continued Vigilance as COVID-19 Cases Decreases

Town of Brookline Makes COVID-19 Testing Free for Uninsured Residents Who Have Symptoms or Have Been Identified as Close Contacts

Graphs: Brookline�s Latest COVID-19 Case Data

Town of Brookline Provides COVID-19 Relief to Restaurants and Hotels Through Reduced Licensing Fees

Brookline�s Task Force to Reimagine Policing Utilizing Survey to Guide Its Work

COVID-19 Testing Site Opens for Members of the Brookline Community

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Targeted Measures To Curb Rising COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations

Brookline Library Provides Update on Hours and Programming

Town of Brookline Shares Information Regarding Election Day Procedures

COVID-19 Testing Site to Open in Brookline Next Month

Brookline Public Works Provides Guidance for Supporting Tree Health Amid Extended Drought

Brookline Fire Department Reminds Residents to Change Their Smoke Alarm Batteries When They Change Their Clocks

Massachusetts Makes $50 Million in Business Grants Available

Videos: Town of Brookline Reminds Residents of Key Dates and Information Ahead of Election Day

Baker-Polito Administration Announces COVID-19 Measures in Place to Ensure Readiness for Fall and Winter

In Case You Missed It: Town of Brookline Provides Halloween Guidance

Brookline Fire Department Shares Safety Tips During National Fire Prevention Week

Town of Brookline Provides Halloween Guidance

Brookline Health Department Announces Appointment-Only Seasonal Flu Clinics

Brookline Public Safety Building Lobby Now Re-Open on a Limited Basis

Brookline�s Kirrane Aquatics Center to Re-Open Oct. 5

Brookline Residents Invited to Attend Panel Discussion on the Science of COVID-19

Town of Brookline Shares Safety Tips for Vulnerable Populations During Emergency Preparedness Month

Brookline�s Plastic Bag and Polystyrene Bans to Resume Next Month

Town of Brookline Announces Cheryl Anne Snyder as New Emergency Management Coordinator

Today is National Voter Registration Day

FYI: Boston University�s Contact Tracing System Explained

Town of Brookline Shares Tips for Residents� Emergency Preparedness Stockpile

Town of Brookline Offers Tips to Create Family Emergency Plan, Build Emergency Kit

Town of Brookline Shares New Deadline for Completing 2020 Census

Town of Brookline to Require Those Exempt From Mask Requirement to Wear Face Shields

Town of Brookline Announces Upgrade to AlertBrookline

Reminder: Brookline Town Hall to Begin Phased Public Re-Opening

Town of Brookline Encourages Residents to Take Advantage of Early Voting and Ballot Drop Box

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Testing Initiatives to Support K-12 Schools

Brookline Library Shres Update to Contactless Pickup Program

Brookline Town Hall to Begin Phased Public Re-Opening

Town of Brookline Begins Phase 2 of Muddy River Flood Risk Management Project

Brookline Schools to Execute �RemotePlus� Phased Reopening of Schools

The Latest COVID-19 Data for the Town of Brookline

New State Initiatives to Stop Spread of COVID-19 Go Into Effect Today

Baker-Polito Administration Releases Enhanced Community Level Data on Spread of COVID-19

Town of Brookline Encourages Residents to Participate in Second Urban Forest Climate Resiliency Master Plan Open Forum, Survey

Baker-Polito Administration Announces New Initiatives to Stop Spread of COVID-19

Town of Brookline Notified That Some Mail-In Ballots Were Distributed Incorrectly

Deadline Tomorrow to Apply for Membership on Brookline Policing Committees

Town of Brookline Provides Hurricane and Flood Safety Tips

The Deadline to Apply for Membership on Brookline�s Policing Committees is August 5

Baker-Polito Administration Launches #MaskUpMA, Reminding Residents To Wear Face-Coverings To Stop COVID-19 Spread

Reminder:The Select Board is Seeking Members for Two Committees Addressing Policing in Brookline

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Expands �Stop the Spread� Testing Initiative

Transportation Options for Older Adults lists options during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Brookline Residents Invited to Take Part in Policing Committees

N95 and Surgical Face Masks studied: Effective or a waste of time?

Baker-Polito Administration Issues New Travel Order Effective August 1st

If Your Mask Has a Valve, It's Half Useless

Baker-Polito Administration Extends Moratorium on Evictions and Foreclosures to October 17

72 Coronavirus Statistics You Might Not Know

Emergency Management Team Issues Heat Advisor

Statement of Brookline Town Administrator Mel Kleckner Regarding Police Chief Andrew Lipson�s Resignation

Brookline Plastic Bag Ban Suspension Extended Through September

From the CDC: Valuable COVID-19 Info for Travel and Restaurants, Plus Beaches, Pools and Other Recreational Facilities

Reopening Massachusetts: Baker-Polito Administration Initiates Transition to Third Phase of Four-Phase Approach

Brookline Library to Begin Contactless Pickup Program

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Updated Travel Guidelines to Support COVID-19 Response

BrooklineCAN's June 26 Living with COVID-19 Forum

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Sales Tax Holiday To Take Place August 29-30

Brookline COVID-19 Call Center to Close

Massachusetts Announces Additional Administrative Tax Relief Measures for Businesses Across Massachusetts

*Media Advisory* Brookline Residents Invited to Attend Virtual �Conversation About COVID-19� Event

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Pop-Up Testing Sites for Participants of Large Gatherings

Public Schools of Brookline Shares Upcoming Eighth Grade Graduation Plans

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Availability of $41 Million in Support for Food Security Programs

Update #31 (5 p.m. 6/8/20) Town of Brookline Shares Phase 2 Guidelines for State�s Reopening Plan, Details for its Small Business Grant Program and a Local Case Update

Public Schools of Brookline Announce Brookline High School Graduation Ceremony Procession Plans

A Note about the Brookline Senior Center�s June Newsletter

June 2: Evictions and Landlord Access Restricted in Brookline, Plus Case Updates

Behind-The-Scenes Photos & Important Information About Vote by Mail Ballots

Update on COVID-19 from Library Director Sara Slymon

Baker-Polito Administration Provides Update on Phase II of Re-opening Plan, Releases Guidance for Restaurants and Lodging

Brookline Age-Friendly Cities TV - Seniors During Coronavirus with Ruthann Dobek, Julie Washburn, and Laura Baber

Town of Brookline to Resume Parking Enforcement on June 1

A Senior�s Guide to Protecting Yourself and Your Home from Coronavirus.

Four concepts to assess your personal risk as the U.S. reopens

Join a Virtual Mask Craftalong Next Week

Massachusetts Implements Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC)

Update #30 (6:40 p.m. 5/20/20) Town of Brookline Provides Update on Antibody Testing, Sharps Disposal Kiosks, Memorial Day Programming and Safety Net Fund

Important Information for Those who Took Part in Brookline COVID-19 Antibody Testing

�What Do I Need to Do to Reopen My Brookline Business?�

In Case You Missed Them: Updates from Brookline Rec, Health and Economic Development

Brookline Police Department Social Worker to Offer Weekly Online Office Hours

Reopening Massachusetts: Baker-Polito Administration Initiates Transition to First Phase of Four-Phase Approach

Town of Brookline Reminds Voters of Important Information Ahead of Annual Town Election

Baker-Polito Administration & Employer Community Announce Continuation of Work From Home Policies to Support Safe Reopening of Massachusetts Economy

FAQ on Early and Absentee Voting (During COVID19) from the League of Women Voters

COVID-19 Protocols for Rideshare and Rental Car Providers

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Four-Phase Approach to Reopening and Publishes Mandatory Workplace Safety Standards

Town of Brookline Announces Second Round of Temporary Furloughs Due to COVID-19

Town of Brookline to Demolish Davis Path Pedestrian Footbridge due to Structural Deficiencies

Video: Brookline�s School Nurses Show The Ins and Outs of Face Coverings

Town of Brookline Pledges More Than $800,000 Toward Community Aid

Town of Brookline to Conduct COVID-19 Antibody Testing on Randomly Selected Residents

Help fight Medicare fraud

Update #29 (5:45 p.m. 5/5/20) Brookline Residents Invited to Participate in Online Diversity Display, Plus an Update on the Safety Net Fund

Update #28 (7:25 p.m. 5/4/20) Town of Brookline Urges Residents to Support Contact Tracing, Plus: CERT Volunteers Provide Update on Their Efforts

Tomorrow: Join The Brookline Community Foundation and the Town of Brookline on the Safety Net Fund�s Impact

Town of Brookline Urges Voters to Vote Early by Mail

Baker-Polito Administration Extends Non-Essential Business Closures to May 18th, Announces Reopening Advisory Board

Today: BIG Hosting Virtual Mask-Making Event

Update #27 (5:30 p.m. 4/24/20) Town of Brookline Receives Donated Masks, Takes Part in Effort to Provide Intubation Supplies to Hospitals

A Video Message from Local Hospitals: Don�t Avoid Emergency Care

Update #26 (7 p.m. 4/23/20) Brookline Health Director Issues Statement Regarding COVID-19 Outbreak at CareOne Facility

Update #25 (6:15 p.m. 4/22/20) Town of Brookline Provides Additional Information on Face Coverings, Plus Updates on PPE Production for Those in Need and the Safety Net Fund

Public Schools of Brookline Closure Extended Through End of Academic Year

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Implementation Of CARES Act Unemployment Benefits For Self-Employed, Gig Economy And Other Workers

Update #24 (5:30 p.m. 4/17/20) National Guard Deployed to Three Brookline Facilities to Conduct Testing on Residents, Trash and Recycling Pickup Impacted by Patriots Day Holiday

Emergency Parking Rules

*Update #23* (7 p.m., 4/16/20) Town of Brookline Provides Additional Guidance on Face Coverings

Brookline Police and Fire Departments Celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Essential Workers With or Without Symptoms Invited to Brookline COVID-19 Testing Event

*Update #22* (5:55 p.m., 4/15/20) Town of Brookline to Require Face Coverings in Public, Plus COVID-19 Testing Available for Pre-Screened Individuals

*Update #21* (5:50 p.m., 4/14/20) Town of Brookline Provides Update on COVID-19 Situation

Town of Brookline Shares Ways to Stay Engaged and Help Those in Need During COVID-19 Crisis

Photos: Brookline Police Comfort Dog Takes Part in Virtual Meeting with Peers

Town of Brookline and PhysicianOne Urgent Care to Host Drive Through COVID-19 Testing Site in Chestnut Hill for Pre-Screened Patients on April 19

Highlighting Mutual Aid Brookline. -- News Release.

Baker-Polito Administration Provides Update On Hospital Surge Capacity

*Update #20* (7:20 p.m., 4/10/20) Town of Brookline Reports First Death Due to COVID-19

Brookline Announces Changes to Street Configurations to Accommodate Social Distancing by Pedestrians

Restaurant Restrictions

*Update #19* (6:45 p.m., 4/8/20) Town of Brookline Limits Evictions & Landlord Access, Enhances Regulation for Food Establishments

Medicare & Coronavirus

In Case You Missed It: Supporting Brookline�s Asian Community and Combating Stereotypes

All Brookline Residents Encouraged to Complete Census During Time at Home

*Update #18* (6:15 p.m., 4/6/20) Brookline Library to Serve as Auxiliary Fire Station, Residents Urged to Wear Face Coverings in Public

In Case You Missed It: April 2 Virtual Town Hall for Businesses & Nonprofits

*Update #17* (6:15 p.m., 4/3/20) Brookline Schools to Host Satellite Stations for Police and Fire Departments, Safety Net Fund Still Seeking Donations and Additional Resources Now Online

Brookline Election Postponed, Residents Encouraged to Vote by Absentee Ballot in June

Video: Take a Virtual Tour of the Brookline Emergency Operations Center

*Update #16* (6:25 p.m., 4/2/20) Brookline First Responders Receive Donated Personal Protection Equipment, Plus Updates for The RIDE Users and Veterans

*Update #15* (6 p.m., 4/1/20) Town of Brookline Provides Update on COVID-19 Response

April 1 is National Census Day

Town of Brookline to Contribute $175,000 to Support Brookline Community Foundation Safety Net Fund�s COVID-19 Response

*Update #14* (7:25 p.m., 3/30/20) Town of Brookline Provides Update on COVID-19 Response

Map of stores offering senior shopping hours

*Update #13* (7 p.m., 3/27/20) Town of Brookline Provides Update on COVID-19 Response

From Wicked Local: Inside Brookline�s Emergency Operations Center During the COVID-19 Response

*Update #12* (5:40 p.m., 3/25/20) Town of Brookline Provides Update on COVID-19 Response

Brookline Interactive Group Seeking Community Feedback


Home delivery of groceries

Informal reports say that these services are overbooked. Most offer delivery times for only two weeks with all slots taken.

Stop & Shop (PeaPod)
https://www.peapod.com/
Stop & Shop will be open from 6am to 7:30am *only* for customers over the age of 60 Wegmans - Offers both delivery and curbside pick up.
https://www.wegmans.com/groceries-online/

Roche Brothers
https://shopping.rochebros.com/

Whole Foods - Offers both delivery and curbside pick up. Free for Amazon Prime Members
https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/grocery-delivery-and-pickup
Whole Foods will be open to seniors only from 8:00 am to their regular opening at 9:00 am.

Star Market -Delivery by Instacart
https://www.starmarket.com/


From Governor Baker's Office:

New Health Care Resources, Small Business Relief, Other Efforts To Support COVID-19 Response
https://brooklinecovid19.com/�/from-governor-bakers-office�/

Stay current on Brookline specific COVID-19 updates by visiting https://www.brooklinema.gov/covid-19. We're working hard to keep the information as current as possible based on the rapidly changing guidance from our state (Mass Department of Public Health) and federal government (@CDC) partners.


Announcements
from Senior Center Director Ruthann Dobek

Brookline Senior Center Update
February 2, 2022

Effective Monday, February 7, 2022, the Brookline Senior Center will resume in-person gatherings, including programs. Please note some programing may continue via Zoom. Program leaders will be making the decision based on the comfort level of each group. If you have any questions about a particular group please contact Jamie Jensen 617-730-2753 or .

Please see below for Program Highlights for next week:

Monday, February 7th at 1pm: She Said/He Said: The Poetry of Lea Goldberg and Yehuda Amichai

Wednesday, February 9th at 1pm: Black History Month Celebration: “Picture of Diversity” Talk

Starting Friday, February 11th at 12:30pm for 10 weeks: Karate for Seniors

There are other interesting events happening throughout the rest of the month as well. Please go to our February News & Events for details.

Brookline continues to be under a face-covering mandate. If you are in need of a mask while at the Senior Center, please come to the Council on Aging offices on the 2nd floor. Your cooperation in respecting the mandate is appreciated and necessary to combat the pandemic.

For any other questions or for further clarifications of the above matters, please call us at 617-730-2770. Our phone line will also provide up-to-date information regarding weather cancellations.

Brookline Senior Center Update,
January 20, 2022

 

Effective today, Thursday, January 20, 2022, due to the continuing rising COVID case numbers and the highly contagious nature of the current variants, all in-person programming at the Senior Center will continue to be suspended through Friday, February 4, 2022.

 

The Senior Center building will remain open during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm) throughout this time; however, we will provide essential services, including Springwell Grab & Go lunch, scheduling AARP tax appointments and podiatry appointments, and transportation services. *Please note that the Chinese New Year celebration on Thursday, January 27, 2022 will pivot to a “Grab & Go” Chinese takeout meal. The programmatic part of this event has been canceled. Reservations are required before Tuesday, January 25, 2022. Meals must be picked up between 1-2pm. Please call 617-730-2770 for reservations.

 

Given that this is a rapidly evolving situation, we will plan to reassess our programming plans on Thursday, February 3, 2022 with the hope of resuming on Monday, February 7, 2022. Our staff will continue to monitor the phones and respond to incoming calls.

 

Due to the current guidelines requiring individuals exposed, symptomatic and/or diagnosed with COVID to isolate or quarantine, we may experience staff shortages that will result in delay and/or disruption of services.

 

For the most current information, please call 617-730-2770. We thank you for your cooperation and patience during this challenging time. Please stay healthy and well and let us know if we can be of assistance to you.

 

CAN I STILL COME INTO THE SENIOR CENTER?

Yes, as long as you are properly wearing your face covering, you will be allowed to come into the Senior Center. At this time, the Senior Center building remains open to the public during regular business hours, Monday-Friday from 8:30 am-5 pm. However, all programming has been suspended through Friday, February 4, 2022. The Senior Center will continue to provide essential services, including Springwell Grab & Go lunch, scheduling AARP tax appointments and podiatry appointments, and transportation services.

 

 

 

 

ARE TRANSPORTATIONS SERVICES STILL AVAILABLE?

Yes, transportation services are still available, weather permitting, but there may be a delay or disruption in service due to staff availability.

 

Please call Maria Foster with any questions or concerns (617-730-2644).

 

CAN I STILL EAT MY LUNCH AT THE SENIOR CENTER?

No, we will be suspending the “dine in” option for the “Grab and Go” lunch program through Friday, Feburary 4, 2022. However, you will still be able to reserve and pick up your Springwell “Grab and Go” lunch during this time to enjoy at home. Please note that lunch program participants will NOT be allowed to eat lunch anywhere in the Senior Center building through Friday, February 4, 2022.

 

If you would like to make a lunch reservation for a “Grab and Go” meal to take home with you, please call Kristine Farley at 617-730-2747.

 

Please note: The special “take home lunch” restaurant program through the Brookline Chamber of Commerce is scheduled to begin again the week of January 31 so stay tuned for more details on that.

 

CAN I BRING IN MY OWN FOOD/DRINK FROM HOME DURING THIS TWO WEEK PERIOD?

There will be no eating allowed at the Senior Center through Friday, February 4, 2022.  If you require food or drink for health reasons, please let one of our staff know so they can direct you to a private space where you can safely eat/drink.

 

DO I HAVE TO WEAR A MASK AT THE SENIOR CENTER?

We are still operating under the Town’s face covering mandate that was implemented in August 2021. All individuals over the age of 2 are required to wear a face covering that covers their nose and mouth. This mandate covers all town buildings.  

 

Individuals with medical conditions prohibiting the use of a face covering must wear a face shield.  



 

 

I VOLUNTEER AT THE I&R/FRONT DESK. CAN I STILL COME IN TO COVER MY SHIFT?

Volunteers are welcome to come in to staff the desk(s) during this time if they feel comfortable doing so. However, if you are not feeling well and/or are experiencing any COVID symptoms, please stay home and contact your primary care physician.

 

Individuals who are immunocompromised or whose health conditions warrant extra caution, should exercise judgment around coming into the Senior Center during this time.

 

If you will not be in to cover your I&R/Reception Desk shift, please leave a message on our main line (617-730-2777). If you would like extra shifts, you can also leave us a message at 617-730-2777.

IS VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING AVAILABLE IF IN-PERSON PROGRAMS ARE CANCELED?

Some of our programs have continued to be virtual so please check the newsletter for details about our current virtual programming.

Some ongoing programs that had initially returned to in-person are now being offered again on Zoom. We are also actively trying to reschedule any canceled programs during this time. For more information specific programs, please contact Jamie Jensen at 617-730-2753.

*Please note that the Chinese New Year celebration on Thursday, January 27, 2022 will pivot to a “Grab & Go” Chinese takeout meal. The programmatic part of this event has been canceled. Reservations are required before Tuesday, January 25, 2022. Meals must be picked up between 1-2pm. Please call 617-730-2770 for reservations.

CAN I STILL PICK UP MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FROM THE ELF PROGRAM?

Yes, please contact the ELF Program at 617-730-2752 if you need medical equipment.

 

 

WILL THE FITNESS CENTER BE OPEN DURING THIS PERIOD?

All in-person fitness classes continue to be canceled through Friday, February 4, 2022. Sharon Devine will continue to offer fitness classes via Zoom during this time so please contact Sharon at 617-730-2106 for more information.

 

Use of the Fitness Center equipment will be limited to one person/household at a time during this period.

 

CAN I STILL PICK UP A COVID TESTING KIT FROM THE SENIOR CENTER?

We have distributed our kits and we are awaiting more information from the Health Department about additional test kits.

 

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I DO NOT FEEL WELL OR I AM EXPERIENCING COVID SYMPTOMS?

If you are not feeling well and/or experiencing COVID symptoms, please stay home and contact your primary care physician. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911. 

HOW DO I FIND AN APPOINMENT FOR A VACCINE/BOOSTER?

Please visit: https://vaxfinder.mass.gov/

 

HOW DO I FIND AN APPOINTMENT FOR A COVID TEST?

Please visit: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/find-a-covid-19-test

 

FOR ALL NON-MEDICAL COVID RELATED QUESTIONS: Please contact the Town’s COVID Call Center at 617-879-5636. The Call Center is staffed Monday-Friday from 10 am-4 pm.

FOR ANY SENIOR CENTER WEATHER RELATED UPDATES: Please call our main number at 617-730-2770.

For any other questions or for further clarifications of the above matters, please call us at 617-730-2770.

Brookline Senior Center Update, January 6, 2022

Effective Monday, January 10, 2022, due to the rising COVID case numbers and the highly contagious nature of the current variants, the Senior Center will be suspending all in-person programming from Monday, January 10-Friday, January 21, 2022.

The Senior Center building will remain open during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm) throughout this time; however, we will only be providing essential services, including Springwell lunch, podiatry and our monthly food commodity program.

Given that this is a rapidly evolving situation, we will plan to reassess our programming plans at the end of this two week period (Monday, January 24, 2022). Our staff will continue to monitor the phones and respond to incoming calls.

Due to the current guidelines requiring individuals exposed, symptomatic and/or diagnosed with COVID to isolate or quarantine, we may experience staff shortages that will result in delay and/or disruption of services.

For the most current information, please call 617-730-2770. We thank you for your cooperation and patience during this challenging time. Please stay healthy and well and let us know if we can be of assistance to you.

Ruthann Dobek, LICSW
Director
Brookline Council on Aging/Brookline Senior Center
Tel. 617-730-2756

CAN I STILL COME INTO THE SENIOR CENTER? Yes, as long as you are properly wearing your face covering, you will be allowed to come into the Senior Center. At this time, the Senior Center building remains open to the public during regular business hours, Monday-Friday from 8:30 am-5 pm. However, all programming has been suspended from Monday, January 10-Friday, January 21, 2022. The Senior Center will continue to provide essential services including the Springwell Grab and Go Lunch program, podiatry, and the food commodity program.

ARE TRANSPORTATIONS SERVICES STILL AVAILABLE? Yes, transportation services are still available, weather permitting, but there may be a delay or disruption in service due to staff availability. Please call Maria Foster with any questions or concerns (617-730-2644).

CAN I STILL EAT MY LUNCH AT THE SENIOR CENTER? No, we will be suspending the “dine in” option for the Grab and Go lunch program from Monday, January 10-Friday, January 21, 2022. However, you will still be able to reserve and pick up your Springwell Grab and Go lunch during this time to enjoy at home. Please note that lunch program participants will NOT be allowed to eat lunch anywhere in the Senior Center building between Monday, January 10 and Friday, January 21, 2022.

If you would like to make a lunch reservation for a Grab and Go meal to take home with you, please call Kristine Farley at 617-730-2747.

Please note: The special “take home lunch” restaurant program through the Brookline Chamber of Commerce is scheduled to begin again the week of January 24 so stay tuned for more details on that.

CAN I BRING IN MY OWN FOOD/DRINK FROM HOME DURING THIS TWO WEEK PERIOD? There will be no eating allowed at the Senior Center from Monday, January 10-Friday, January 21, 2022. If you require food or drink for health reasons, please let one of our staff know so they can direct you to a private space where you can safely eat/drink.

DO I HAVE TO WEAR A MASK AT THE SENIOR CENTER? We are still operating under the Town’s face covering mandate that was implemented in August 2021. All individuals over the age of 2 are required to wear a face covering that covers their nose and mouth. This mandate covers all town buildings.

Individuals with medical conditions prohibiting the use of a face covering must wear a face shield.

I VOLUNTEER AT THE I&R/FRONT DESK. CAN I STILL COME IN TO COVER MY SHIFT? Volunteers are welcome to come in to staff the desk(s) during these two weeks if they feel comfortable doing so. However, if you are not feeling well and/or are experiencing any COVID symptoms, please stay home and contact your primary care physician. Individuals who are immunocompromised or whose health conditions warrant extra caution, should exercise judgment around coming into the Senior Center during this time.

If you will not be in to cover your I&R/Reception Desk shift, please leave a message on our main line (617-730-2777). If you would like extra shifts, you also leave us a message at 617-730-2777.

IS VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING AVAILABLE IF IN-PERSON PROGRAMS ARE CANCELED? Some of our programs have continued to be virtual so please check the newsletter for details about our current virtual programming. Some of our canceled in-person programs may be able to pivot to Zoom during this two week period. For more information, please contact Jamie Jensen at 617-730-2753. Other in-person programs will be rescheduled as appropriate.

CAN I STILL PICK UP MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FROM THE ELF PROGRAM? Yes, please contact the ELF Program at 617-730-2752 if you need medical equipment.

WILL THE FITNESS CENTER BE OPEN DURING THIS TWO WEEK TIME PERIOD? All in-person fitness classes will be canceled from Monday, January 10-Friday, January 21, 2022. Sharon Devine will continue to offer fitness classes via Zoom during this time so please contact Sharon at 617-730-2106 for more information.

Use of the Fitness Center equipment will be limited to one person/household at a time during this two week timeframe.

CAN I STILL PICK UP A COVID TESTING KIT FROM THE SENIOR CENTER? We have distributed our kits and we are awaiting more information from the Health Department about additional test kits.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I DO NOT FEEL WELL OR I AM EXPERIENCING COVID SYMPTOMS? If you are not feeling well and/or experiencing COVID symptoms, please stay home and contact your primary care physician. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911.

HOW DO I FIND AN APPOINMENT FOR A VACCINE/BOOSTER? Please visit: https://vaxfinder.mass.gov/

HOW DO I FIND AN APPOINTMENT FOR A COVID TEST? Please visit: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/find-a-covid-19-test

FOR ALL NON-MEDICAL COVID RELATED QUESTIONS: Please contact the Town’s COVID Call Center at 617-879-5636. The Call Center is staffed Monday-Friday from 10 am-4 pm. FOR ANY SENIOR CENTER WEATHER RELATED UPDATES: Please call our main number at 617-730-2770. For any other questions or for further clarifications of the above matters, please call us at 617-730-2770.

August 2021 Brookline Senior Center Update & Newsletter

Elvis will be back in the building on Thursday, August 12 at 1:00 PM! Seating is limited, so please call 617-730-2770 to register. As always, there is an abundance of information in our monthly News & Events. You can find the August edition as well as any past or future editions of the newsletter here.

In June, the Senior Center was pleased to formally welcome everyone back with a concert from Center favorite Tommy Bahama! The mood was a festive one that we hope will continue as we ramp up ongoing, new, and in-person programming in the coming months. Please be aware that there is a variety of both in-person and virtual programming at this time. Please be mindful of the location of each program listed before you register and/or come in person to the Senior Center. If you have any questions about the location of a program, please contact Jamie Jensen at or 617-730-2753.

We along with the whole country are monitoring the next development of COVID-19 along with the variants. Please remember that the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions back in June does not signal the end of the pandemic and that the best protection continues to be vaccination. If you are still in need of a vaccination, please contact the Health Department at 617-879-5636. On July 27th, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention changed its masking recommendations as it grows more concerned over the Delta variant of COVID-19, urging vaccinated people in certain areas of the country to resume wearing masks indoors in public areas.

As we transition to this “new normal”, we want to assure you that the Town will continue to remain vigilant with the intent to keep our staff and members of the Brookline public safe. We will comply fully with CDC guidelines and we will continue to provide updates as they become available. We thank you for your patience as we navigate this next step together.

Be Well,

Ruthann Dobek, Director
Brookline Council on Aging/ Senior Center

P.S. The Brookline Senior Center is seeking volunteers to assist with the Springwell Community Dining Program. We are in need of volunteers to assist with checking consumers in for lunch at the registration desk. We also need volunteers to assist with setting the lunchroom tables, serving the meals to registered consumers, and assisting with clean up at the end of lunch. Time commitment is 11 am-1 pm on mutually agreed upon weekdays. For more information, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Mark Catalano at 617-730-2743 or .

July 2021 Brookline Senior Center Update & Newsletter

Wishing everyone a wonderful 4th of July holiday! The town will be celebrating on Monday, July 5th, and the Council on Aging/ Senior Center will be closed.

As always, there is an abundance of information in our monthly News & Events. You can find the July edition as well as any past or future editions of the newsletter here: https://www.brooklinema.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=37

The Senior Center has been open to the public during regular business hours (M-F 8:30AM-5:00PM) since June 1st, and we have enjoyed welcoming back programs and participants.

Please remember that the lifting of these COVID-19 restrictions does not signal the end of the pandemic and that the best protection continues to be vaccination. If you are still in need of a vaccination, please contact the Health Department at 617-879-5636. As we transition to this “new normal”, we want to assure you that the Town will continue to remain vigilant with the intent to keep our staff and members of the Brookline public safe. We intend to comply fully with CDC guidelines and we will continue to provide updates as they become available. We thank you for your patience as we navigate this next step together.

December 2, 2020

As we welcome December, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our ability to gather in large group settings. In fact, at the time of this printing, the COVID-19 numbers are increasing at a potentially alarming rate. With the addition of flu season and increased indoor activity, we are bracing for an increase in COVID-19 cases locally. The Senior Center is currently open on a limited basis, by appointment only, in compliance with the Governor’s “Safer at Home” advisory. We urge you to comply with public health recommendations.

We recognize that the impending arrival of the winter holidays will add additional stress as family and friends attempt to make decisions that will keep everyone both safe and connected. With that, we also know that feelings of anxiety and sadness may occur at this time of the year. Our advice is to be mindful of your feelings, talk honestly and openly with others, and seek professional help when needed.

The Council on Aging social work staff are available during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm), so please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything or if you would just like to say hello. You can leave messages for us at 617-730-2777 or 617-730-2770.

We are pleased to offer an abundance of programming online. Thank you to our staff and program leaders for making this transition. As always, be patient with technology glitches. We are aware that there continue to be issues with some of the links that we have included in our December edition. While we have resolved most of the issues, here is a direct link for the Medicare.gov link listed on page 11: https://www.medicare.gov If you experience a problem with any of the other links, please let us know.

You can find the december edition, as well as any past or future editions of the newsletter here:

Are you receiving more than one copy of this email from us? Please let us know by sending an email to Jessica Milley-Gee at .

Be well!

Ruthann Dobek, LICSW
Director
Brookline Council on Aging/
Brookline Senior Center

October 28, 2020

As we welcome November, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our ability to gather in large group settings. In fact, at the time of this printing, the COVID-19 numbers are increasing at a potentially alarming rate. With the addition of flu season and increased indoor activity, we may see an increase in COVID-19 cases. The Senior Center is open on a limited basis, by appointment only, in compliance with the Governor’s “Safer at Home” advisory. We urge you to comply with the public health recommendations.

We recognize that the impending arrival of the Thanksgiving holiday will add additional stress as family and friends attempt to make decisions that will keep everyone both safe and connected. With that, we also know that feelings of anxiety and sadness may occur at this time of the year. Our advice is to be mindful of your feelings, talk honestly and openly with others, and seek professional help when needed.

We encourage you to complete our “Living with COVID-19” survey. The information gathered will assist us in planning future programs and services. An online copy of the survey is available here. If you would like a hard copy of the survey mailed to you, please call us at 617-730-2777.

We are pleased to offer an abundance of programming online. Thank you to our staff and program leaders for making this transition. As always, be patient with technology glitches. We are aware that there continue to be issues with some of the links that we have included in our November edition. We are working to resolve the issue, but we have included some of the direct links below as an alternative way of accessing this content.

We hope that you and your loved ones stay healthy and well in the days ahead and we look forward to celebrating with you all when we are able to safely reopen the Senior Center more fully. The Council on Aging social work staff are available during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm), so please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything or if you would just like to say hello. You can leave messages for us at 617-730-2777 or 617-730-2770.

You can find the November edition, as well as any past or future editions of the newsletter here.

Be well!

Ruthann Dobek, LICSW
Director
Brookline Council on Aging/
Brookline Senior Center

June 5, 2020

At the time of this printing, the Senior Center is open on a limited basis, by appointment only, in compliance with the Governor’s “Safer at Home” advisory.  For more information on that advisory, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/news/safer-at-home-advisory

Since it is uncertain as to when we will be able to safely begin hosting any of our special or ongoing programs at the Center, we have been working to develop a list of online programming options with some of our regular group facilitators, as well as with some of your favorite performers and presenters. Please remember that these “virtual” programs are new to everyone so there will be glitches, but we hope that you will continue to give the online programming options a try.

We realize that there are lots of questions regarding our reopening and we appreciate your patience during this uncertain time.  Please feel free to leave your questions on our voicemail or to submit your questions to info@brooklineseniorcenter.org. Many of you may have the same questions so we hope to address some of them in future editions of the newsletter.

We hope that you and your loved ones stay healthy and well in the days ahead and we look forward to celebrating with you all when we are able to safely reopen the Senior Center.

The Council on Aging social work staff are available during regular business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm), so please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything or if you would just like to say hello. You can leave messages for us at 617-730-2777 or 617-730-2770.

Follow This Link To Read Our June Edition:
https://www.brooklinema.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=37

March 18, 2020

In order to proactively slow and reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our community, the Senior Center is Closed To The Public at this time.

The Brookline Senior Center will be monitoring its phone lines during the Covid-19 emergency. Older adults can leave their names and phone numbers on our voicemail at 617-730-2777 or 617-730-2770. Staff will be responding to questions and concerns Monday-Friday from 8:30 am-5 pm. Emergencies should be directed to 911.

In order to address the many questions and concerns that exist in the community, the Town of Brookline would like to share the following information :

For general COVID-19 questions, please call the State 2-1-1 line. For Brookline specific medical or public health inquiries, please contact the Department of Brookline Public Health at 617-730-2300. For non-medical questions specific to Brookline, please call the Brookline COVID Information Call Center at 617-879-5636. These call centers, for the time being, will be operational Monday through Friday from 8am – 5pm, these hours will be adjusted as needed. Messages can be left after hours and will be returned the next day. You can also email your non-medical inquiries to:

Stay up to date on COVID-19 updates here: https://brooklinecovid19.com/senior-center/

Please remember the importance of social distancing to reduce the impact of COVID-19, and please stay home as much as possible. Thank you.

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