"Community Conversations" Discussions Spotlights Challenges of Seniors

Photo via Senator Lewis’ Website

STONEHAM, MA—State Senator Jason Lewis announced the next edition of his “Community Discussions” which aims to bring issues facing our seniors to light.

Senator Lewis’ office announced Tuesday that the next edition of his discussion series would take place on Feb. 22 at 1:30 p.m at the Stoneham Senior Center located at 136 Elm Street in Stoneham. Senator Lewis represents the fifth district, which consists of Malden, Melrose, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield, and parts of Winchester.

“From an increase in our population of individuals living with dementia to telephone scams targeting senior citizens, there is a wide variety of issues that are of unique concern to our elders. I’m eager to host this opportunity for folks to hear the latest developments directly from leaders on these issues,” said Senator Jason Lewis in the announcement. “The conversations I have directly with constituents across the district are the best source of information and guidance to help me do my job in the legislature. I’m excited about the ‘Community Conversations’ series as each forum provides us with a good opportunity to engage in a substantive dialogue on a timely and important topic.”

Community leaders and advocates will be in attendance and will speak on the issues. According to the release, the featured speakers include Massachusetts’ Secretary of Elder Affairs Alice Bonner, Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian and AARP Massachusetts Advocacy Director Jess Costantino.