Episode 14: Strengthening Community with David Shapiro — social connection, belonging, and reinventing the town square

Tune in to this episode of Longer. Healthier. Better., as host David O’Leary welcomes David Shapiro, the President and CEO of our newest Community Impact partner, the YMCA of Greater Boston. With more than 175 years of community-rooted history, David shares how today’s YMCA is reimagining belonging, strengthening social connection, and addressing the loneliness epidemic head-on. Hear them discuss: Why social connection is important — and how the YMCA is uniquely positioned to foster itHow the YMCA builds community across generationsInnovations shaping the YMCA’s future, including translation technology, expanded nutrition support, and the Greater Boston Food Access HubInsurance products are issued by: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.), Boston, MA 02116 (not licensed in New York) and John Hancock Life Insurance Company of New York, Valhalla, NY 10595.MLINY031026978-2