Something exciting is always happening at 2Life
From ground-breakings to ribbon-cuttings, resident gatherings to fundraising galas, campus tours to staff outings, you will find people gathering to celebrate both our sense of community and our many steps forward in our mission to ensure that all seniors have the opportunity to thrive regardless of their income level or background.
Here, we share upcoming events that are open the the public as well as information about recent events hosted by 2Life and its many partners.
You are invited: Blessing of the F(l)eet
Join us on Thursday, September 19 (rain date September 26) for Brookline’s third community-wide Blessing of the F(l)eet! Held from 1:30-2:30 pm on the Brookline Historical Society Lawn at 347 Harvard Street, this event celebrates the fleet of mobility devices that help move people through the world. Bring your walkers, wheelchairs, canes, scooters, and whatever else helps keep you going. We will raise our voices in song and gratitude and receive an interfaith blessing. Our sponsoring partners include Hebrew SeniorLife, Temple Ohabei Shalom, and All Saints Parish.
Governor Healey signs historic Affordable Homes Act at Golda Meir House
On August 6, more than 300 people gathered in Newton at 2Life Communities’ Golda Meir House to celebrate the signing of the landmark Affordable Homes Act — the largest housing bond bill ever passed in Massachusetts history.
The Affordable Homes Act, also referred to as the Housing Bond Bill, includes $5.16 billion worth of funding authorizations for the creation and preservation of affordable housing over the next several years. It also includes foundational policies that will help to identify and unlock new approaches to the creation of housing that meets the unique needs of broadly diverse populations in Massachusetts.
Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride
All 2Life communities welcome people from different backgrounds, and we approach our differences as opportunities to learn more about the residents who make up our communities. That is why we join cities and towns across the Commonwealth in celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride every June.
Raising the Roof 2024 is a smashing success
In June, we hosted our annual fundraising gala, Raising the Roof. Friends of 2Life gathered at West Newton’s Brae Burn Country Club to celebrate the evening’s honoree, Alice Cutler, who was presented with 2Life’s L'Dor VaDor Award, recognizing those who make a significant impact on our community and demonstrate a commitment to supporting the work of 2Life.
Raising the Roof 2025 is already in the works — a remarkable opportunity to celebrate 2Life’s 60th anniversary!