Boston can be a favorable city for older adults to live in, but the suitability can vary depending on individual preferences and circumstances. Here are some factors to consider:
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Age Friendly BostonContacts
Emily Shea, Commissioner on Elder
One Ashburton Place
Boston, MA 20108
617-635-4366
reviews (656)
As long as one is in good health, Boston offers it all. Walkable city, cultural opportunities abound, dining is great. Expensive city, however.
Great place to live love the mayor
Lots of families and older people. Majority of residents are home owners and have established careers. I don't find it overly age friendly nor do I think the majority of my neighbors are friendly
Well established long time neighbors and families. Access to public transportation and supermarkets, schools and churches. Lots of parks and green spaces.
We have number of senior citizens living in our neighborhood. They live with their children's or alone. We have number of parks and grocery area nearby which makes it very convenient for them
new business openings , new remodeled Victorian era housing , more affordable housing, better infrastructure for roads and streets, and good remodeled schools.
Walkable: stores, restaurants, libraries, universities, health care, parks and beaches withing walking distance. Excellent public transportation system with connections to subways and trains.
Very walkable, many amenities, near universities, libraries, stores, parks. Also has a great public transportation system with connections to railways. Community awareness is high, and people know their neighbors.
It is kid friendly. Very good schools as well. But, there are a few bars around, but it is never a huge problem. But anyways it is very nice for kids and adults.
major concern is cost of living and employment for women who need to work in retirement