May is Older Americans Month and the Administration on Aging (AoA), an agency of the U.S. Administration for Community Living, has announced that this year’s theme is “Unleash the Power of Age”. According to the AoA, “People across our nation are achieving remarkable things in later life. Many older adults are experts in their fields, [...]
Paul Raia, PhD Speaks About “Alzheimer’s Perfect Storm” at Old Colony Elder Services
May 17, 2013 By
Old Colony Elder Services Announces Multi-Community “Mayors for Meals ” A Huge Success
April 16, 2013 By
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a private, non-profit agency designated as an Aging Services Access Point (ASAP), recently held Mayors For Meals in the communities of Brockton, East Bridgewater, Plymouth and Stoughton. Mayors For Meals is part of the Meals On Wheels Association of America’s March For Meals national campaign. Elected officials, law enforcement officers, [...]
OCES receives grant from Tufts Health Plan Foundation for caregiver workshop
October 22, 2012 By
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) the Brockton based regional elder services agency serving seniors, their families and caregivers throughout greater Brockton and Plymouth county, has been awarded a generous grant from the Tufts Health Plan Foundation, which will fund their upcoming “It’s About Time” free workshop for caregivers. The workshop will be held on November [...]
Old Colony Elder Services Outlines New Health Reform Protection for the Elderly and People with Disabilities
May 29, 2012 By
Old Colony Elder Services’ (OCES), the Brockton based regional elder services agency serving seniors, people with disabilities and caregivers throughout greater Brockton and Plymouth County, outlines new health reform protection for the elders and people with disabilities. Last week, the Massachusetts Senate adopted by voice vote an amendment to give elders and disabled individuals enrolled [...]
Old Colony Elder Services Announces Class for Family Caregivers Beginning May 2nd
April 10, 2012 By
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the Brockton based regional elder services agency serving seniors, their families and caregivers throughout greater Brockton and Plymouth county, is offering a “Powerful Tools For Caregivers” six-week educational program for family caregivers. Designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend, the class [...]
“Home for the Holidays” Brochure Helps Older Adults Manage their Medicines
December 21, 2009 By
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a non-profit Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) has recently announced the availability of a “Home for the Holidays” brochure that is designed to help older adults manage their medicines. The brochure was developed by Eldercare Locator in partnership with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a) and Consumers [...]
$5 Fundraising Calendars Help Local Seniors in Crisis Situations – On sale now at Old Colony Elder Services
December 10, 2009 By
In an effort to raise money for seniors in crisis situations, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a private, non-profit Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) located in Brockton, is now offering Fundraising Calendars for $5 each. Fundraising calendars are available throughout December and January. Proceeds from the calendars go towards food, fuel and medications for seniors [...]
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