Welcome to Amherst Neighbors!

Our MISSION is to create neighbor to neighbor connections, provide access to information and services, and empower elders to maintain socially engaged lives while aging at home. We do this through a variety of virtual social and educational opportunities.

We believe in reciprocity and interdependence. Everyone has something to give and we all get by giving. Interdependence means we need each other to thrive and survive in our homes and communities.

Our members come from all backgrounds and live in a variety of locations - apartments, condominiums, retirement communities, single family homes, homes shared with friends or family, and temporary housing solutions.

Upcoming Programs

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Virtual program on Thursday, April 3 @ 4pm

Finding Balance

In this program, Linda Castronovo will guide participants to understand the factors that affect balance, why balance changes as we age, and practical strategies for improving one's balance and reducing the risk of falls. Linda Castronovo is a retired Amherst public school teacher, an exercise physiologist, and long-time Kripalu yoga teacher.

No registration necessary.

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Virtual program on Monday, April 7 @ 4pm

Mindy Domb

In this program, Representative Mindy Domb will help you gain an understanding of the legislative process and how to advocate for the issues that matter to you.

No registration necessary.

Check out this podcast!

Our very own Larry Steinhauser, an active volunteer, Call Manager, and Vice President of the Board, was invited to speak on a local podcast called "Backyard Oasis" by Denise Schwartz. They discuss neighborhood organizations such as Amherst Neighbors, the challenges of asking for help, the beauty and benefits of being a volunteer, the challenges of solo aging and more. It was published November 22, 2024.

Listen Here

Backyard Oasis is a local podcast designed by and for older adults living in the beautiful Pioneer Valley of western Massachusetts and produced in the multimedia studios at Greenfield Community College in Greenfield, MA. Backyard Oasis reaches out to older adults who seek knowledge to help them live more thoughtfully, healthily and happily; who hope to inspire others with their ideas; and who serve their communities in the interest of greater good. Join us frequently in the Backyard Oasis for wide-ranging conversations with a diversity of people who are growing older… and want to talk about it!

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We need your support

In just a few years, Amherst Neighbors has grown from a very small group of concerned and interested older adults with a vision to a sizable organization with almost 650 members. Our organization is funded entirely by donations and administered by an all-volunteer Board of Directors, a dedicated and diverse group of older adults who live in our community. Your generous support at this time of rapid growth will help Amherst Neighbors to maintain and expand our current offerings, continue our outreach into underserved communities, and find more time to explore grants and other sources of revenue and community and to engage with our larger community.

Click to donate now:

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