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South Boston Massachusetts
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South Boston is a densely populated neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, located south and east of the Fort Point Channel and abutting Dorchester Bay. South Boston, most popularly known as Southie, was once a predominantly working class Irish Catholic community, but has become increasingly desirable among young professionals.
South Boston contains Dorchester Heights, where George Washington forced British troops to evacuate during the American Revolutionary War. South Boston has undergone gentrification, and consequently, its real estate market has seen property values join the highest in the city. South Boston has also left its mark on history with Boston busing desegregation. South Boston is also home to the St. Patrick's Day Parade, a celebration of the Irish-American culture and the Evacuation Day observance.

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Great neighborhood, good schools and friendly neighbors.

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Excellent healthcare, senior center, beaches with wide sidewalks to walk, benches to sit and enjoy the view.

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I love working with the elderly. They have had long interesting lives and they like someone to listen to them and I'm more than happy to do so

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It's easy to take a bus to get around and there are parks to walk and sit on a bench. Local places to eat and shop.

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The community where I live has many young professionals but it it still a great place for seniors because it has local shops, restaurants, and a grocery store. Buses that can take you around locally or downtown. There are also local parks and beaches to go for walks.

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