In the News: Boston Globe

Do you want to get to know more people in your community but don’t necessarily feel comfortable striking up conversation with a stranger?

“Happy to Chat benches” make it easier to connect. Read more in this new Boston Globe article:

Congratulations to our partners in Salem for launching this simple yet meaningful way to combat social isolation, and many thanks to AARP Massachusetts for making the benches possible!

Learn more about the Taskforce’s efforts to create socially connected public spaces here.