Unleash the Power of The Press

admin

Autism Spectrum Therapies announces Free Sensory-Friendly Halloween-Themed Events in Menifee, Riverside, and Victorville

MENIFEE, RIVERSIDE, AND VICTORVILLE, CA… Families throughout the region are invited to free sensory-friendly “Trunk or Treat” and “Trick or Treat” events at Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST) in Menifee, Riverside, and Victorville. 

– Friday, October 17, 2025, from 4:30-6 p.m., a Trunk-or-Treat event will be held at AST’s Riverside ABA Learning Center, 6235 River Crest Drive, Suite O/P, Riverside, CA 92507.

– Friday, October 17, 2025, from 3-5 p.m., a Trunk-or-Treat event will be held at AST’s Victorville ABA Learning Center, 15450 W Sand Street, Victorville, CA 92392.

– Friday, October 24, 2025, from 4-6 p.m., a Trick-or-Treat event will be held at AST’s Menifee ABA Learning Center, 29950 Haun Road, Menifee, CA 92586.

AST’s Halloween-themed events bring families together for sweet treats and smiles in a supportive environment. Events are free and open to the public.

Inland Empire ABA Learning Centers

AST, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. AST is a premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children and adolescents. The three Inland Empire ABA Learning Centers provide center-based, in-home, and school-based ABA therapy, Social Skills Programs, and parent education.

The Menifee, Riverside, and Victorville locations opened earlier this year and provide ABA therapy, which includes a learning-rich environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support. There’s no waitlist at these locations, and flexible treatment hours accommodate busy family schedules.

For more information or to enroll a child, call (866) 727-8274 or visit https://autismtherapies.com/locations/inland-empire

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

Autism Spectrum Therapies announces Free Sensory-Friendly Halloween-Themed Events in Menifee, Riverside, and VictorvilleRead More

“Fill a Truck” to help people in need make a home.

Your Extra Could be Someone’s Only.

The public is invited to donate good quality new and used household goods on Saturday, November 1st from 9 am to 1 pm at the Pompositticut Community Center, 509 Great Road,  Stow, MA 01775.

Donations will be collected on-site in a moving truck generously provided by Mark’s Moving & Storage and delivered to Household Goods, Inc. Household Goods provides a full range of donated furniture and household items, free of charge, to help people in need make a home.

The event is organized and sponsored by Mark’s Moving & Storage, the official mover of Household Goods. In addition, Mark’s Moving & Storage is providing a driver, support staff and surplus storage.

The following items will be gratefully accepted:

  • Dressers, tables, chairs, couches and bookcases
  • Like-new mattresses, box springs and bed frames
  • Dishes, flatware, pots and pans, bakeware, sheets, towels, blankets, lamps, microwaves, coffee makers, toasters, and vacuum cleaners

Only items that are clean, complete and in good working order will be accepted. We cannot take upholstered items that are stained or torn, food, clothing, toys, books or any items not listed above.

About Household Goods, Inc.

Since 1990, Household Goods has furnished 60,000 homes across Massachusetts. Located at 530 Main Street, Acton, MA, Household Goods furnishes over 3,000 homes with 90,000 household items every year. This is made possible by hundreds of dedicated volunteers who contribute tens of thousands of hours. For more information about Household Goods visit https://householdgoods.org

About Mark’s Moving & Storage

Mark’s Moving and Storage’s non-profit division Mark’s Northeastern Furniture Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and was established to re-purpose discarded furniture and provide for charities and individuals in need. Since 2011, the foundation and its partners have distributed thousands of pieces of re-purposed furniture. More than 1,000,000 pounds of furniture have been given to individuals and local charities, such as the United Way of Tri-County, Welcome Home and Household Goods, Inc.  For more information, visit the firm’s website, www.marksmoving.com.

Mark’s Moving and Storage, 111 Milk St., Westborough, offers a wide range of moving and storage services, including commercial on demand warehouse storage local and long-distance residential and corporate moving, air freight, container shipping, record storage management, disposal, packing and unpacking services, portable storage containers, warehousing and fire and flood remediation.

“Fill a Truck” to help people in need make a home.Read More

Between Rounds announces partnership with Connecticut Foodshare to help fight hunger

MANCHESTER, EAST WINDSOR, SOUTH WINDSOR, TOLLAND AND VERNON, CT… Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bagel shop with five locations in Connecticut and wholesale bagel supplier to grocery retailers, has announced a partnership with Connecticut Foodshare to help people in need of food assistance.
 
Since 2020, the food insecure population in Connecticut has increased by 40 percent. 
 
Between Rounds has rolled out a new breakfast sandwich known as “The B.E.C.C.A.”, made with bacon, egg, cheese, Hellman’s Chipotle sauce and avocado on a bagel or croissant. 
 
For every BECCA sandwich sold, Between Rounds is donating 50 cents to Connecticut Foodshare to help provide food for individuals and families facing hunger.
 
“The BECCA is becoming a very popular breakfast sandwich here at Between Rounds and now it will help to make a difference in our community,” said Jerry Puiia, co-founder of Between Rounds. “We’re committed to supporting our neighbors in need and our partnership with Connecticut Foodshare will help fight hunger in our community.”
 
The BECCA breakfast sandwich is available at all Between Rounds stores: East Windsor; South Windsor; Vernon; Manchester and Tolland, CT.  To view locations, visit betweenroundsbagels.com.
 
“In Connecticut, 1 in 7 residents, including 1 in 6 children, is facing food insecurity. With rates on the rise, we’re especially grateful for partners like Between Rounds who are stepping up in creative and generous ways. Their campaign, donating proceeds from the sale of their new breakfast sandwich, will help provide much-needed healthy meals to our neighbors facing hunger. This kind of community-driven support is essential to our mission. We applaud Between Rounds’ commitment to building a hunger-free community and hope it inspires others to support this local business making a real difference,” Jason Jakubowski, President and CEO, Connecticut Foodshare.
 
About Connecticut Foodshare
Founded in 1982, Connecticut Foodshare is the food bank serving the people of Connecticut and a member of the Feeding America nationwide network of food banks. Visit their website to learn more, https://www.ctfoodshare.org
 
About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café
Founded in 1990 by brothers Jerry and Joseph Puiia, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-onsite bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffees and a unique line of giftware. Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience at five locations in Connecticut: East Windsor; South Windsor; Vernon; Manchester and Tolland, CT. 
 
The Puiia hallmark is manufacturing and selling their own bagels, which sets Between Rounds apart from other cafés. Between Rounds has wholesale bagel partnerships with independent, family-owned and multi-location grocery retailers, innovative dairy delivery services, hospitality groups, and others in Connecticut and Massachusetts. 
 
Franchise and wholesale opportunities are available. Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT. For more information about their unique franchise offerings, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit https://betweenroundsbagels.com

Between Rounds announces partnership with Connecticut Foodshare to help fight hungerRead More

Old Colony Elder Services Recognized as a “2025 Best Places to Work” Honoree

PHOTO CAPTION:  Left to right: Tanja Upton; Adelaide Ostman; Lindsey Snyder; Anna Dee; Teresa Kourtz; Colleen Berroa


BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… For the third consecutive year, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, has been recognized as a “2025 Best Places to Work” honoree by Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing.

OCES was recognized as one of 38 honorees for the 2025 Best Places to Work in a well-attended ceremony on September 4, 2025, at Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod in Hyannis, MA. The award was presented to Anna M. Dee, Chief Operating Officer of OCES.

Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing’s 2025 Best Places to Work were voted based on criteria which included company culture, career advancement, staff appreciation, and giving back to the community. OCES’ emphasis on work/life balance, opportunities for advancement, and their Above & Beyond recognition program are among the many aspects that set the organization apart as an employer.

Founded in 1974, OCES has grown to 240 full-time employees and 30 part-time employees, as well as 21 members on their Board of Directors. The nonprofit’s leadership team includes Nicole Long, Chief Executive Officer; Anna Dee, Chief Operating Officer; Alisa DeLage, Chief Programs Officer; Yolanda America, Chief Finance Officer, and Rob Buckel-Gillis, Human Resources Director. 

“OCES is incredibly honored to be named a Best Places to Work honoree for the third consecutive year,” said Anna M. Dee, COO of OCES. “Our staff has a common goal of providing the very best for the community.”

OCES aspires to be a culturally diverse and inclusive agency that removes barriers, creating equity for all by empowering individuals and communities to thrive, age in place, and reach their highest potential.

About 2025 Best Places to Work
For more information about Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing’s annual award event, the 2025 Best Places to Work Sponsored by Brabo, visit https://capeplymouthbusiness.com

About OCES
OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024 and 2025 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth BusinessMarketing. OCES has been certified as a woman non-profit organization (W/NPO) by the Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 50 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. 

Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org
 

Old Colony Elder Services Recognized as a “2025 Best Places to Work” HonoreeRead More

OCES to Honor Caregivers During National Caregivers Month – Nominate a Caregiver

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… During National Caregivers Month, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, will celebrate dedicated caregivers who make a positive impact in others’ lives.
 
The number of caregivers in the U.S. has risen significantly. According to data from the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP’s Caregiving in the US 2025, the number of family caregivers has grown to 63 million – or one in four – American adults.
 
OCES is honoring the selfless dedication of caregivers who make a real difference in the lives of others and is inviting individuals and companies to nominate a family member, friend, or associate who has gone above and beyond to care for someone in the community. 
 
From now through October 6, 2025, OCES is accepting nominations of local caregivers (within OCES’ service area) to be highlighted during National Caregivers Month in November.
 
“We look forward to celebrating our community’s caregivers, sharing their stories and honoring their commitment to caregiving during National Family Caregivers Month,” said Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW, and CEO of OCES.
 
Throughout November, OCES will spotlight each nominated caregiver, sharing their story in a special Caregiver Edition newsletter and across our social media channels.

To nominate a caregiver, please visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/3dG5Aos/caregiver
 
Nominated caregivers will be notified. To view a map of OCES’ service area, visit https://ocesma.org/about-old-colony-elder-services.
 
Providing Support & Resources for Caregivers
OCES’ Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP) provides caregiver support and resources to individuals in OCES’ service area. For more information about caregiver support visit ocesma.org/programs-services/caregiver-support or call 508-584-1561.
 
About OCES
OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024 and 2025 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth BusinessMarketing. OCES has been certified as a woman non-profit organization (W/NPO) by the Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 51 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. 
 
Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org

OCES to Honor Caregivers During National Caregivers Month – Nominate a CaregiverRead More

LEARN Behavioral Opens Doors of New Autism Learning Center in New Bedford, MA.

No Waitlist and Flexible Hours for Bristol County Area Families

NEW BEDFORD, MA… Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the opening of its new New Bedford Learning Center at 392 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02740.

BCI is a leading contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 2-6 years. The New Bedford Learning Center provides early intervention, center-based and in-home ABA therapy, diagnostic services, after-school and weekend services, and parent education.

“We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with new families by expanding our services in the South Coast region,” said Aerin Parish-Toscano, MS, BCBA, LABA, Regional Clinical Director. “We value being a part of the New Bedford community and look forward to helping find success for every child in our care.” 

Key Features of the New Bedford Learning Center:

– Large facility which includes an indoor gross motor space for physical and social development.
– ABA therapy, which includes a learning-rich environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.
– No waitlist and flexible treatment hours (after-school hours, weekend hours, and full-day/half-day hours) to accommodate busy family schedules. 
– Serving children 2- 6 years old with personalized therapy plans.
– Conveniently located near downtown; accessible by public transportation and walkable from many local schools.

The center is now enrolling new clients based in Attleboro, Brockton, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Fall River, New Bedford, Raynham, Seekonk, Somerset, and Taunton with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

About BCI
BCI, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, BCI has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children with autism find success and reach their unique potential.

In addition to the New Bedford Learning Center, BCI has existing center-based ABA therapy Learning Centers in Beverly, Brockton, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lawrence, Lowell, Newton, Springfield, Taunton, Wilmington, two locations in Worcester, MA, and a location in Nashua, NH.

For more information or to enroll a child at the New Bedford Learning Center, call (508) 363-0200 or visit https://bciaba.com/locations/new-bedford

About LEARN Behavioral
LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

LEARN Behavioral Opens Doors of New Autism Learning Center in New Bedford, MA.Read More

Johnson Brunetti to Host Women’s Retirement Workshop in Franklin, MA

FRANKLIN, MA, NEEDHAM, MA, NORWELL, MA and WOBURN, MA..

photo of Jen Killilea, financial advisor for Johnson Brunetti

Johnson Brunetti, an independent retirement and investment specialist firm founded in 2003, will host a women-only dinner workshop on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 6:00 PM at 3 Restaurant, 461 West Central Street, Franklin, MA. The complimentary event is designed for women ages 55 and older who are within five years of retirement or already retired. Advance registration is required.

The interactive workshop, entitled Taking Control: Empowering Women to Understand Their Financial Future, will be presented by Jen Killilea, a financial advisor at Johnson Brunetti. The one-hour, pre-dinner session will be held in a supportive environment for women to openly ask questions and gain insight into retirement planning. Attendees will learn strategies for creating a secure financial future.

“Women today are making important financial decisions for themselves and their families, whether they are single, divorced, widowed, or married,” said Killilea. “This workshop is about more than just information—it’s about building confidence, exploring strategies, and connecting with others who share the same goal of a secure retirement.”

Topics will include: How to construct a sound retirement plan; Strategies for maximizing Social Security benefits; Protecting savings from market risk; Budgeting and income planning for longevity; Special considerations for women planning retirement.

According to recent studies, women typically retire with 34 percent less money than men and live longer, making financial preparedness especially critical. Johnson Brunetti’s women-focused events aim to close this gap by providing education, clarity, and personalized guidance.

“Women often face unique financial challenges—from longevity to caregiving responsibilities—but with the right plan, those challenges can be transformed into opportunities,” Killilea added.

To attend Taking Control: Empowering Women to Understand Their Financial Future, interested parties can register at https://edge.financialseminarservices.com/Rsvp/Seminar/4JFZ or call 888-406-8122.

About Johnson Brunetti

Johnson Brunetti is a local retirement planning firm with offices in Needham, Franklin, Norwell, and Woburn, MA. Johnson Brunetti provides the financial guidance and service that retirees and those planning for retirement need as they strive to achieve financial independence. To learn more about Johnson Brunetti and its services, call 800-208-7233 or visit www.JohnsonBrunetti.com.

Johnson Brunetti to Host Women’s Retirement Workshop in Franklin, MARead More

Stories, Connection & Kindness – Families Invited to “Storytime with Stella” at Esteamed Coffee in Cary, NC

CARY, NC… Families are invited to gather for “Storytime with Stella,” a weekly wonderland of stories, connection, and kindness at Esteamed Coffee’s cozy story nook this fall.
 
Storytime with Stella will be held on Sundays, September 7 – October 19, 2025, from 1-2 p.m. at Esteamed Coffee, 114 S. Academy Street, Cary, NC 27511.
 
The heartfelt children’s book, “Stella Finds Her Place,” about inclusion, courage, and discovering where you truly belong, will be read each week. The book is written by Morgan Mize, Esteamed Coffee’s Assistant General Manager, and reflects the heart of Esteamed Coffee, which is a nonprofit cafe in downtown Cary where individuals with disabilities find meaningful employment and a welcoming community. 
 
Everyone is invited to be part of the story at Esteamed Coffee’s Storytime with Stella. These events are free and open to the public. 
 
Complimentary refreshments and goodie bags will be provided to children attending Storytime with Stella.
 
Storytime with Stella’s exclusive sponsor is Priorities ABA, Cary’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based and in-home autism services for children     . 
 
For more information about Esteamed Coffee’s Storytime with Stella, visit the dedicated Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/730344639995685/730344649995684/
or the events page on their website https://www.esteamedcoffee.com/events.
 
About Esteamed Coffee
Esteamed Coffee is a 501(c)(3) non-profit coffee shop and cafe in Cary, NC, with the mission to lower the unemployment rate and increase the quality of life for adults with intellectual, developmental, communication, and/or visual disabilities by creating meaningful jobs and social opportunities in a warm, supportive environment. For more information, visit www.esteamedcoffee.com.
 
About Priorities ABA
Priorities ABA, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, Priorities ABA has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children and adolescents with autism find success and reach their unique potential.
 
Priorities ABA has recently opened a new location at 598 East Chatham Street, Suite 135, Cary, NC, 27511. For more information or to enroll a child at the Cary Learning Center, call (252) 341-4192 or visit https://prioritiesaba.com/locations/cary/
 
About LEARN Behavioral
LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder. With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of research-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

Stories, Connection & Kindness – Families Invited to “Storytime with Stella” at Esteamed Coffee in Cary, NCRead More

Behavioral Concepts to hold Ice Cream Social on September 13th in Lawrence

LAWRENCE, MA… Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, will hold a sensory-friendly Ice Cream Social Open House on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at their new learning center at 360 Merrimack Street, Suite 132, Lawrence, MA 01843. 
 
This event is open to the public.
 
BCI is Lawrence’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 2-6 years. The center, which officially opened its doors in June, provides parent education, diagnostics, Early Intervention, center-based ABA therapy, and in-home ABA therapy. 
 
The expansive Lawrence learning center includes an indoor gross motor area for physical and social development as well as a dedicated space for family treatment guidance and assessment. Flexible treatment hours are offered to accommodate busy family schedules and the center is conveniently located and easily accessible by public transportation.
 
Families will have an opportunity to tour the Lawrence facility and meet Meghan Van Nostrand, Ph.D., LABA, BCBA-D, Senior Regional Clinical Director and BCI’s team of Behavior Analysts.
 
The Ice Cream Social Open House will offer fall-themed family activities in a sensory-friendly, supportive environment.
 
For more information or to enroll a child at the Lawrence Learning Center, call 508-281-9411 or visit https://bciaba.com/locations/lawrence
 
About BCI
BCI, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, BCI has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children with autism find success and reach their unique potential.
 
The Lawrence Learning Center is BCI’s fourteenth center-based ABA therapy location, with existing Learning Centers in Beverly, Brockton, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lowell, New Bedford, Newton, Springfield, Taunton, Wilmington, two locations in Worcester, MA, and a location in Nashua, NH.
 
About LEARN Behavioral
LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.
 

Behavioral Concepts to hold Ice Cream Social on September 13th in LawrenceRead More