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Old Colony Elderly Services to Hold Bbq for Seniors at Wareham Council on Aging
by bobcrabtree1 Posted: Saturday, 1/9/2010Old Colony Elderly Services to Hold “caregiving 101” Seminar on June 4th at Whitman Public Library
by bobcrabtree1 Posted: Friday, 1/8/2010The FREE seminar is designed to provide education and guidance to family caregivers and will help them:
• Broaden their awareness about resources, services, and programs
• Increase their knowledge on how to find and access services
• Enhance their health and well being while managing caregiver responsibilities
Light refreshments will be served. To register or for more information, contact Michelle Ray at the Whitman Public Library, (781) 447-7613.
This seminar is offered as an initiative of the National Family Caregiver Program with support from the Massachusetts Office of Elder Affairs.
About Old Colony Elderly Services
Incorporated in 1974, Old Colony Elderly Services (OCES) is one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
The organization’s mission is to provide services which will support the dignity and independence of elders by helping them maximize their quality of life; live safely and in good health; and, prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization.
OCES serves the towns of Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater and Whitman.
The agency has 110 employees and operates more than 12 programs serving elders, their families and caregivers. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oc-elderly.org.
DATELINE: BRAINTREE, MASS? Caregivers can learn techniques to create balance and find peace this holiday season during the ?Creating Balance & Relaxation? presentation offered by South Shore Caregiver Collaborative.
On Thursday, November 29th, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., caregivers are welcome to attend this complimentary event which will be held at South Shore Elder Service, 159 Bay State Drive in Braintree.
Joan Iovino, a Registered Nurse with a Master’s degree in Pastoral Counseling, who focuses on elder issues will give the presentation. Ms. Iovino is a student and practitioner of ancient spiritual and healing practices and is a graduate of the Healing the Light Body School. Over the years, Ms. Iovino has worked in pediatric and surgical nursing as well as with the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health.
Light refreshments will be served.
Registration is required by Monday, November 26th, 2007. Contact Kathleen Capuzzo at South Shore Elder Services, 781-848-3939 ext. 335.
This program is presented by South Shore Caregiver Collaborative, a diversified group of member agencies committed to providing information, support and training to family caregivers. Members include Family Service of Greater Boston, Norwell VNA, Senior Resource Center, South Shore Elder Services, Welch Healthcare and Retirement Group and Joan Iovino from Winged Heart.
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South Shore Elder Services is located at 159 Bay State Drive in Braintree, MA. The non-profit agency serves elders and families in the towns of Quincy, Braintree, Milton, Randolph, Holbrook, Weymouth, Hingham, Hull, Cohasset, Scituate and Holbrook.
For more information contact (781) 848-3910 or visit their website at www.sselder.org.
Old Colony Elderly Services to Hold “elder Care Expo for Seniors and Their Caregivers” on April 15th
by bobcrabtree1 Posted: Wednesday, 12/16/2009The Expo is designed to broaden the community’s awareness about resources available to help manage elder care issues. Throughout the day, attendees can visit information booths that promote good health and well-being and receive free health screenings.
At 11 a.m., Allen C. Waltman, M.D., Director, Geriatrics, Signature Healthcare PrimaryCare Affiliates will present the workshop “Primary Care in the Elderly”. Dr. Waltman is Board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has additional distinctive qualifications in Geriatric Medicine.
Every attendee will receive a free copy of the latest EECO Resource Guide for Older Adults and Caregivers.
There will also be giveaways, raffle prizes, and refreshments. This free, one-day event is sponsored by Elder Education Community Outreach (EECO) and Old Colony Elderly Services’ Family Caregiver Support Program.
For more information, contact Sara Gassett at Old Colony Elderly Services, (508) 584-1561 ext. 272.
About Old Colony Elderly Services
Incorporated in 1974, Old Colony Elderly Services (OCES) is one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
The organization’s mission is to provide services which will support the dignity and independence of elders by helping them maximize their quality of life; live safely and in good health; and, prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization.
OCES serves the towns of Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater and Whitman.
The agency has 110 employees and operates more than 12 programs serving elders, their families and caregivers. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oc-elderly.org.
Old Colony Elder Services to Hold “Elder Care Expo” on April 14th at Brockton Council on Aging
by bobcrabtree1 Posted: Thursday, 12/10/2009
DATELINE: PLYMOUTH COUNTY AND AVON; EASTON AND STOUGHTON, MA…
The Elder Care Expo is designed to broaden the community’s awareness about resources available to help manage elder care issues. There will be resource exhibits, health screenings and educational seminars throughout the day.
The health screenings offered include: hearing, glucose and pulmonary function screenings as well as blood pressure checks.
Rochelle Sugarman, Family Caregiver Support Program Caregiver Specialist at OCES will present a seminar on “Tools for Caring”. Seniors and caregivers will learn about tips and resources that are available to family caregivers and the elders in their care.
Pam McCormack, Manager of the Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern MA, Cape Cod and the Islands office, will hold the seminar “Maintain Your Brain: How to Live a Brain-Healthy Lifestyle”. Attendees will learn about scientifically-rooted nutritional and lifestyle advice, interactive exercises and activities. This program is geared to adults who want to learn more about staying fit from the neck up.
There will also be refreshments, giveaways and raffles. Every attendee will receive the updated Elder Education and Community Outreach (EECO).Resource Guide for Older Adults and Caregivers.
This event is sponsored by Old Colony Elder Services’ Family Caregiver Support Program (which is partially funded by The Older Americans Act, Title IIE with support from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs) and EECO.
For more information contact: Sara Gassett at Old Colony Elder Services (508) 584-1561 ext. 272.
Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association strives to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through research; provide care and support for those affected and promote brain health. The Southeastern MA/Cape Cod and the Islands Regional Office is located in Raynham, MA. For more information, visit the website http://www.alz.org/manh/.
EECO
Elder Education and Community Outreach is sponsored by Brockton Neighborhood Health Center; Brockton Council on Aging; Brockton Visiting Nurse Association; Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital; Brockton Board of Health; New England Sinai Hospital and Rehab Center/Sinai Day Health; Old Colony Elder Services; St. Joseph’s Manor/Mater Dei Adult Day Health; Senior Whole Health and Brockton Area Multi-Services, Inc. (BAMSI) Helpline.
About OCES
Incorporated in 1974, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) is one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
OCES serves elders, their families and caregivers in the towns of Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater and Whitman.
The organization’s mission is to provide services that support the dignity and independence of elders by helping them maximize their quality of life; live safely and in good health; and, prevent
unnecessary or premature institutionalization.
The agency has 130 employees and operates more than 12 programs serving elders, their families and caregivers. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.
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