Document Type
Research Report
Publication Date
8-2020
Keywords
COVID-19, older adults, Massachusetts, senior centers
Disciplines
Gerontology | Public Health
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has swept the United States with force and speed. Massachusetts is one of the hardest hit states in nation, with over 120,000 cases and over 8,500 deaths to date. Local governments across the Commonwealth have had to work quickly to meet the needs of their constituents in a constantly changing environment. With older adults being at high risk of contracting COVID-19, having more severe symptoms, and at higher risk of dying from the disease, special efforts are warranted to ensure that they are supported in their efforts to maintain physical distance while meeting needs for food and medical care.
Community Engaged/Serving
Part of the UMass Boston Community-Engaged Teaching, Research, and Service Series. //scholarworks.umb.edu/engage
Recommended Citation
Somerville, Ceara; Coyle, Caitlin; and Mutchler, Jan, "Responding to COVID-19: How Massachusetts Senior Centers are Adapting" (2020). Center for Social and Demographic Research on Aging Publications. 45.
https://scholarworks.umb.edu/demographyofaging/45