One-on-one Technology Assistance Sessions

CAH is excited to be offering members only one-on-one technology assistance sessions. They will be held in our Cambridge office between the hours of 10am and 2:30pm.

BeTechy, a group of Harvard Business School students, are offering personal 30-minute sessions to CAH members. They will be here to assist you with your laptops, iPads, iPods, smartphones, Kindles, basic e-mail and Microsoft Office functions. They are also equipped to aid you in the usage of social media sites including Facebook and Twitter, as well as Skype (so that you will be capable of communicating easily with long-distance family and friends!)

A non-refundable fee of $15 is required for each 30 minute session. Please call our office at 617-864-1715 to schedule and hold your meeting time. When doing so, be sure to let us know which device you would like assistance with, and/or the computer type (Mac or PC) if you are seeking computer support.

CAH Walking Group: Out and About!

The CAH walking group has been exploring the area together, while staying fit, for several years now. The group meets twice monthly, venturing on exciting walks through a variety of local sites and communities. These outings are led by Dick Joslin, one of CAH's most active volunteers. Dick recently led an invigorating walk through MIT's Cambridge campus, commentating along the way on his knowledge of the outdoor sculpture and impressive architecture. Other recent notable walks were the Boston holiday walk through many of downtown Boston's vibrant neighborhoods, as well as the group's most recent walk following Julia Child's footsteps in Cambridge. In honor of the famous chef's 100th birthday, the group began in Harvard Square, visited her home as well as other pertinent sites. The CAH walking group is an excellent way to stay healthy and active while enjoying local points of interest in the company of friends.

Siting Julia: Julia Child Centenary Exhibition

On Wednesday, February 20th, Cambridge at Home joined forces with Beacon Hill Village for a special visit to the Schlesinger Library at Harvard for "Siting Julia; Julia Child Centenary Exhibition." This exhibition traced Julia's path to becoming one of the most well-known chefs in the world, and documented her travels with husband Paul and their adventures and work in locations such as Paris, Germany, Norway, Cambridge, and the Maine Coast. Members participated in a discussion with Marylene Altieri, Curator of Books and Printed Materials, and then viewed the exhibition. This was followed by a lovely lunch at the Sheraton Commander's Nubar restaurant.

Marching Along with Time- Irving Berlin

On Sunday, February 24th, Cambridge at Home members attended a cabaret-style concert held at the Pickman Concert Hall, at the Longy School of Music. It was part of the American Classics presentation of concerts highlighting The Great American Songbook. This concert, entitled "Marching Along with Time," by Irving Berlin, was performed by The Smart Set- consisting of Valerie Anastasio, Tim Harbold, Bradford Connor, and Benjamin Sears (who recently authored a biography of Irving Berlin).

Your Peace of Mind; Legal & Financial Talk

On Tuesday, January 15th, a packed room of CAH members congregated for a discussion centering around the financial issues concerning seniors. Presenter David Keefe III,  Estate and Financial Planning Adviser for Eagle Strategies, LLC discussed relevant financial issues to the senior population.  Since 1992, David has dedicated himself to comprehensive financial planning, with a focus on retirement and estate planning, as well as asset management. David was able to offer great insight and detail regarding financial concerns, while presenter Rebecca J. Benson discussed pertinent legal issues including how to protect ones health care wishes and estate in the case of incapacitation or death.  Rebecca is Of Counsel to Margolis & Bloom, LLP, and has exclusively worked on estate planning, Medicaid eligibility, planning for beneficiaries with special needs, and advocating for nursing home and assisted living residents. A good portion of time was set aside for CAH members to ask a wide array of questions, offering comprehensive information for members to take with them, moving into the new year.

From Austen to Zola; Harvard's Houghton Library

On Thursday, January 10th, CAH members embarked on a tour of the Amy Lowell Collection at Harvard's Houghton Library, led by curator and Modern Books & Manuscripts and exhibition organizer, Leslie Morris.  Amy Lowell (1874-1925) was a controversial and outspoken Pulitzer Prize poet who over the span of her life, amassed a collection of 18th-20th century works by prominent creative minds such as Jane Austen, William Blake, Charlotte Bronte, William Blake, Walt Whitman & Emile Zola. In this special fall exhibition, entitled "From Austen to Zola; Amy Lowell as a Collector", CAH members were able to enjoy this impressive collection.

Holiday Luncheon

On Tuesday, December 4th, Cambridge at Home members enjoyed a delicious lunch

at Chez Henri in Cambridge, with a total of 46 members in attendance. The restaurant

opened its doors specifically for CAH as an entirely private event! The cost to members

was $15 per person, with the remainder of the costs graciously covered by Privatus Care

Solutions and Daniel R. Spirer Jewelers. Chez Henri, which is located between Harvard

and Porter squares, offers a selection of French fare with a Cuban twist. Chef and owner,

Paul O'Connell, made an appearance to personally welcome the group and to talk a bit

about the foods being served. Members had the option of choosing from a prix fixe menu,

enjoying an appetizer, main course, and dessert, along with wine. It was a lovely time had

by all; a great opportunity to catch up with old friends in the holiday spirit.