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Westport subdivision, Briggs Landing, begins construction on two new model homes

The Fairfield, one of two model homes under construction at Briggs Landing, a 90-lot subdivision off Tickle Road in Westport, MA
The Fairfield, one of two model homes under construction at Briggs Landing, a 90-lot subdivision off Tickle Road in Westport, MA

WESTPORT, MA…

Stonebridge Homes, the builder for Briggs Landing, recently commenced construction on two new model homes for the 90-lot subdivision located off Tickle Road in Westport, Massachusetts.

The construction of the model homes follows the completion of road infrastructure work (the entire subdivision is now paved). Stonebridge is now working with developer Briggs Landing, LLC to complete the final 60 lots of the subdivision.

“The two model homes being constructed, The Fairfield and The Westport, offer luxury living for empty nesters, newlyweds, single parents, blended families and others who may have grown tired of the limited inventory of existing homes in today’s real estate market,” said Rami Itani, business manager for Stonebridge Homes.

The Fairfield offers 2,384 square feet and features three or four bedrooms, two and one half bathrooms and a two-car garage. The Westport offers 2,686 square feet and features three or four bedrooms, two and one half bathrooms and a two-car garage.

Both model homes feature a number quality construction and luxurious amenities, such as hardwood floors, granite countertops and energy-efficient light fixtures. All models in the Briggs Landing development are equipped for natural gas heating.

In addition to the comfort of luxury living, Briggs Landing offers convenience. A short commute to Providence, Rhode Island (within 30 minutes to the capital building), the Tickle Road location is within close proximity to the beaches of Westport and walking distance to South Watuppa Pond.

Construction on the models homes is anticipated to be completed in six weeks. One of those homes will become Briggs Landing’s sales office.

Houses at Briggs Landing start at $379,000. In addition to the two new model homes, there are several other home designs available, with square footage starting at 1,585 square feet (with master suite on the first floor).

To view available floor plans, please visit Stonebridge Homes website, www.stonebridgehomes.com, and click on the home page link for Briggs Landing. For more information or a tour of Briggs Landing, please call Mel Antonio at 508‐728‐2656 or e-mail, melantonio@comcast.net.

About Stonebridge Homes, Inc.:

For more than 20 years, Stonebridge Homes and its team, now based in South Easton, Massachusetts, have built many residential communities throughout the northeastern United States, including Maplewood Estates (www.newhomesatmaplewood.com) in Rockland, Mass. and The Gables Condominiums (www.thegables.net) in Abington, Mass. More recently, Stonebridge Homes has been focusing on building and managing construction in towns of southeastern Massachusetts with ongoing projects in the towns of Abington, Easton, Dighton, Foxborough, Norton, Norwell, Pembroke, Rockland and Westport. The styles of these communities have varied from imaginative condominiums to custom single‐family homes designed by its award‐winning in‐house architect, whose specialty is customizing dream homes for individuals, couples and families. Each development is built with the same commitment for quality and satisfaction.

For more information, please visit www.stonebridgehomesinc.com or call or call 508.230.2300.

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Fundraising 101 primer

PR Works Account Manager Joe D’Eramo

As mentioned in a previous PR Pointer, PR Works Account Manager Joe D’Eramo is riding in the Pan Mass Challenge. To date, he’s raised more than $2,000 towards his ride to raise money for the Jimmy Fund/Dana Farber (his goal is $3,800, you can ask him why).

While there are many ways to raise money for causes, the formula Joe is using can be easily duplicated for your fundraiser, even to market your business.

“What sells for fundraising is what sells for businesses–stories,” said Joe. “Everybody knows somebody with cancer, which is what the Pan Mass Challenge is raising money for. So it really is just a matter of telling those stories that people can relate to and sharing them using several different tools.”

On a weekly basis, Joe drafts a 300-500 word blog telling a personal story regarding the ride or a cancer survivor he knows. That story is then shared via:

  • Blog on Plymouth Patch
  • Personal blog
  • LinkedIn Discussion groups
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Constant Contact e-mail to business and personal friends, family and acquaintances
  • E-mail signature (with link and image)

These efforts are supplemented by Joe’s networking efforts with My Pinnacle Network (he runs the MPN groups in Westborough, Plymouth and Bourne), attending networking events and word-of-mouth (mentioning to family and friends). He also posts updates to Facebook and Twitter on fundraising milestones and training rides (each ride is dedicated to someone who has or has succumbed to cancer).

In addition to the weekly ritual, Joe has made a special offer to PR Works clients in the area. Donate $100 or more and he will visit your company in full cycling attire to take a photo of the check presentation. That photo can then be used for promotional purposes, social media content, etc.

So, what’s been the most successful of these tools?

“By far the weekly e-mail. Some might think that’s excessive but it’s necessary,” said Joe. “People have the best intentions when it comes to giving but most of us have so many things going on that we lose track. A weekly e-mail reminds those folks who want to give.”

Adds Joe, “Not so coincidentally, the e-newsletter is also one of the most effective tools we use in marketing clients. While clients would like to see a direct lead/response from their e-mail newsletter, there is tremendous value in prospects and clients hearing from you on a regular basis.”

If you would like to make a donation to Joe’s Pan Mass Challenge ride, you can visit his page by clicking here.For information how these techniques and tools can be implemented into your PR and marketing, please call 781-582-1061 or drop us a line.

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Multi-Town March for Meals a Success

State Representative Keiko Orrall delivers a meal to Elin Young
State Representative Keiko Orrall delivers a meal to Elin Young

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the Brockton based regional agency serving older adults and individuals with disabilities, recently organized a “March For Meals” in Middleboro, Plymouth and Stoughton.

March for Meals is part of Meals On Wheels Association of America’s national campaign.  Elected officials from the three communities along with OCES and Council on Aging representatives delivered meals to 25 recipients in their respective communities to show support for this vital program.

In Middleboro, State Representative Keiko Orrall and Tim Valentine, Assistant Executive Director of OCES, delivered meals to local seniors.

In Plymouth, Selectman Mathew Muratore, Conni DiLego, Director of Plymouth Council on Aging and Tim Valentine, Assistant Executive Director of OCES, delivered meals to seniors.

In Stoughton, Selectmen John Anzivino and Cynthia Walsh joined Christine McLaren, Community Programs Manager of OCES and Karen Hall, Director of Stoughton Council on Aging, delivering meals to Stoughton seniors.

“It’s an honor to have local officials participate in our March for Meals event. Throughout the area, many seniors are homebound and unable to manage their grocery shopping or attend one of our congregate meal sites.  The Meals On Wheels program is essential to them, as they would otherwise not get a nutritious daily meal. Furthermore, the daily social contact is crucial to check on the safety of seniors living alone,” said Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES.

The Meals On Wheels program serves individuals age 60 and over who are unable to prepare their own meals.  Both the Home Delivered (Meals On Wheels) program and the Congregate Meal sites rely on the assistance of our many volunteers.

Meals On Wheels volunteers and donations are needed. For more information about volunteering, contact OCES’ Volunteer Coordinator at (508) 584-1561. Donations to support OCES’ Nutrition Program may be sent to: Old Colony Elder Services, 144 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301.

About Meals On Wheels Association of America
The Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) is the only national association and network dedicated solely to ending senior hunger in America. MOWAA is the oldest and largest organization composed of and representing local, community-based Senior Nutrition Programs in all 50 states as well as the U.S. territories. MOWAA’s vision is to end senior hunger by 2020. To obtain more information about MOWAA or to locate a local Meals On Wheels program, visit the MOWAA website at www.mowaa.org.

About OCES

Founded in 1974, OCES serves 20 communities in Plymouth County as well as Avon, Easton and Stoughton. OCES is a private, non-profit organization located in Brockton and designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency has 179 employees and operates more than 15 programs serving older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.

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Apollo Safety to exhibit at New England Fire-Rescue-EMS Expo on June 20-22

John V. Carvalho III
John V. Carvalho III

WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA and FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS…

Apollo Safety, Inc. a veteran-owned, Fall River, Mass.-based company specializing in safety products and services, recently announced it will an exhibitor at the upcoming New England Fire-Rescue-EMS Expo, June 20 to June 22, at the Eastern Exposition, 1305 Memorial Ave, West Springfield.

Sponsored by the New England Association of Fire Chiefs, Inc., and co-hosted with the New England Division of the IAFC, and the New England Fire Apparatus Maintenance Association, the Expo is signature event of the 92nd annual conference.

“The tragedy in Boston earlier this year shined a light on the dangerous work firefighters and rescue workers do on a daily basis,” said John V. Carvalho III, president of Apollo Safety, Inc. “By exhibiting at the Expo, we hope to share with attendees the state-of-the-art technology monitoring systems and tools that can help prevent tragedies and save lives.”

The Apollo Safety booth, #17, will feature gas detection systems from several manufacturers. Some of these systems feature wireless capabilities that enable monitoring of multiple locations from a single location. Also on display will be handheld monitoring systems that not only provide the user with an immediate reading but transmit that measurement back to a command post.

“Fighting fire and rescue work requires teamwork. These devices give eyes and ears to people in the field and in a command post and that can only enhance the safety of those directly affected.” said Carvalho.

Apollo Safety sells and installs a wide variety of portable and stationary gas detection systems, including name brands like Honeywell, Industrial Scientific, RAE Systems, RKI, and GMI. In addition, Apollo Safety also provides training and 24/7 service. All Apollo Safety technicians are factory-trained and certified. In addition, Apollo offers its own training program, with five levels of certification.

For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafetyproducts.net. For information on the New England Fire-Rescue-EMS Expo, visit http://www.nefireexpo.com/. To schedule a demonstration with Apollo Safety at the show, visit booth #17.

About Apollo Safety

Apollo Safety has been serving the safety industry since 1995. Apollo Safety specializes in gas detection products and services for portable and stationary systems. That includes gas detector sales and support for most major brands of gas detection device manufacturers. Apollo Safety also provides service in a “state of the art” in-house service center, as well as offering on-site support with factory-trained technicians for both portable and stationary gas detection systems.

Veteran-owned, Apollo Safety, Inc. is trusted by facilities managers, building owners, landlords, universities, hotels, institutions, and government operations. Apollo Safety is a member of the National Safety Council, Massachusetts Safety Council, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Association (RIAFC) and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts (FCAM).

Apollo Safety’s corporate headquarters is located at 57 Walnut Street in Fall River, Massachusetts. For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafetyproducts.net.

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Recognizes Staff, Celebrates Milestone

Managers Kim Sears and Sharon McDonald
Managers Kim Sears and Sharon McDonald

Between Rounds, a unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations throughout Connecticut, recently celebrated staff and store milestones.

Two managers were honored for their years of service. Between Rounds recognized Kim Sears, manager of the Vernon store, for 15 years of service.  Ms. Sears began her career at Between Rounds as a counter person and baker before being promoted to manager.  She oversees ordering, inventory, scheduling, hiring, promotions and strategic planning. A native of Ellington, Ms. Sears resides in Vernon.

Sharon McDonald, manager of the South Windsor location, was recognized for more than a decade of service – 11 years in May to be exact. Ms. McDonald, who had seven years experience working as a manager at a competitor’s store prior to Between Rounds, was a baker for one year at Between Rounds’ Manchester store before her appointment to manager of the South Windsor location. A native of Union, Ms. McDonald resides in Glastonbury.

“It is our privilege to recognize Kim and Sharon for their years of dedication and service, which have directly contributed to the overall success of our Vernon and South Windsor stores,” said Jerry Puiia, co-owner of the franchise.

20-Year Milestone

Between Rounds’ Manchester store celebrates their 20th anniversary this year.

“We opened the doors of our Vernon store in 1990 and business took off. We’ve been growing steadily ever since and have multiple locations. We’re proud to celebrate 20 successful years in Manchester,” noted Puiia.

Between Rounds is the brainchild of brothers Jerry and Joe Puiia, who are Staten Island, NY natives.  Between Rounds current locations include South Windsor (corporate headquarters), Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Between Rounds franchise opportunities are available. For more information, visit http://franchise.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About Between Rounds

Founded in 1990, Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café is a unique bakery café and bagel shop renowned for their fresh, baked-on site bagels and baked goods as well sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups, specialty coffee and a unique line of giftware.  Between Rounds offers patrons an upscale, fast-casual dining experience with free Wi-Fi and the added convenience of a drive-thru window.

Between Rounds is expanding and franchise opportunities are available. In 2013, the company was selected as a Military Friendly Franchise®, which places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

Between Rounds’ current locations include South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland.  Corporate headquarters are located at 19A John Fitch Blvd, Route 5 in South Windsor, CT.  For more information about Between Rounds franchise opportunities contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

 

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Congresswoman Katherine Clark and Health Care Leaders Highlight the Mass Home Care Annual Event

Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES
Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the Brockton based regional agency serving older adults, individuals with disabilities and caregivers, recently announced that Mass Home Care will hold its 31st Annual Meeting on Monday, June 16th at 11:30 am at the Burlington Marriott, One Burlington Mall Road. Health care reform affecting the state’s 1.3 million elderly residents is on the agenda.

The group’s event will feature: Congresswoman Katherine Clark; David Seltz, Executive Director of the state’s Health Policy Commission; Lois Simon, President of the managed care provider Commonwealth Care Alliance; Senator Patricia Jehlen of Somerville, Elder Affairs Senate Chair; and Representative James O’Day of West Boylston, Elder Affairs House Chair.

“This gathering brings together a freshman Member of Congress, the head of the state’s newest health care regulator, the President of a prominent managed care company serving older adults and disabled people, and the two chairs of the legislature’s Elderly Affairs Committee,” said Al Norman, Executive Director of Mass Home Care.

“We are looking forward to Mass Home Care’s annual event which will highlight health care reform, particularly the accomplishments made and the issues that still need to be addressed,” noted Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of Old Colony Elder Services.

Mass Home Care will also present its annual Community Care Linkages award to four health care practitioners who have helped bridge the gulf between health care and long term support services for older adults: Andrey Ostrovsky, M.D, CEO of Care At Hand, Pediatric Resident, Boston Medical Center;  Cheryl A. Warren, R.N., of Hallmark Health; Richard Balaban, M.D., Cambridge Health Alliance; and Marilyn Wright, R.N., Beth Israel Deaconess Care Organization.

About Mass Home Care

Founded in 1983, Mass Home Care has helped shift the focus of elder care from institutions to the community. A network of 30 independent care coordination agencies, Mass Home Care wrote the state law that says seniors have the right to receive care in the “least restrictive setting”. Family members can be paid as personal care attendants because of the advocacy of Mass Home Care. The group has expanded the range and scope of home care services in the Commonwealth, adding care options and funding to ensure that even people needing 24/7 supports can live at home. Mass Home Care member agencies manage the daily care for more than 75,000 elders and individuals with disabilities, and investigate reports of elder abuse on behalf of the Commonwealth.

About OCES

Founded in 1974, OCES serves 20 communities in Plymouth County as well as Avon, Easton and Stoughton. OCES is a private, non-profit organization located in Brockton and designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency has 179 employees and operates more than 15 programs serving older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.

 

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Apollo Safety to exhibit at 9th annual NE Buildings and Facilities Management Show & Conference, June 18-19

John V. Carvalho III
John V. Carvalho III

BOSTON, MA and FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS…

Apollo Safety, Inc. a veteran-owned, Fall River, Mass.-based company specializing in safety products and services, recently announced it will an exhibitor at the upcoming Northeast Buildings and Facilities Management Show and Conference. Apollo Safety will be manning booth 473 during the two-day event, which will be held on June 18 and 19 at the Boston Convention Center, 415 Summer Street in Boston.

The Apollo Safety booth will feature gas detection systems from several manufacturers as well as the Red Lion Control Panel, a brand of control panels that can be configured to monitor gas detection equipment, up to 64 different channels.

“The beauty of the Red Lion is that it is compatible with a number of brands of equipment—e.g. Oldham gas, RKI Instruments, and MSA, to name a few. All can all be controlled by the Red Lion panel once configured,” said John V. Carvalho III.

Other features of the Red Lion include:

  • Remote Viewing & Control from lobby location or from control room.
  • Compatible with building management systems facilitating integration to HVAC, security, fire, or PLC.
  • Remotely activate “Automated” or “Emergency Shut Off” in gas cabinets or entire lab emergency shut down.
  • Fully programmable features such as, individual alarm set points, alarm delays, alarm delay overrides, etc.
  • Intuitive “Touch Panel” allows for quick learning and easy navigation to all programmable features.
  • Viewing from any Internet Connection, or desktop PC.

“The advances in gas detection systems and monitoring capabilities, particularly the Red Lion touch panel controls and wireless technologies, make it easier and far more effective to monitor gas levels in multiple buildings.” said John V. Carvalho III, president of Apollo Safety, Inc. “Our presence at the conference is to showcase these advances, particularly the Red Lion, and how it is critical to have an updated system to offer the appropriate amount of protection and safety for employees, tenants and visitors to any building or facility.”

Apollo Safety sells and installs a wide variety of portable and stationary gas detection systems, including name brands like Honeywell, Industrial Scientific, RAE Systems, RKI, and GMI. In addition, Apollo Safety also provides training and 24/7 service. All Apollo Safety technicians are factory-trained and certified. In addition, Apollo offers its own training program, with five levels of certification.

For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafetyproducts.net. For information on the Northeast Buildings and Facilities Management Show, visit http://www.proexpos.com/NEBFM/index.php. To register to attend the show in order to see the Apollo Safety demonstrations, visit http://marketing.apollosafetyproducts.net/acton/media/8488/attend-nebfm14-courtesy-of-apollo-safety
About Apollo Safety

Apollo Safety has been serving the safety industry since 1995. Apollo Safety specializes in gas detection products and services for portable and stationary systems. That includes gas detector sales and support for most major brands of gas detection device manufacturers. Apollo Safety also provides service in a “state of the art” in-house service center, as well as offering on-site support with factory-trained technicians for both portable and stationary gas detection systems.

Veteran-owned, Apollo Safety, Inc. is trusted by facilities managers, building owners, landlords, universities, hotels, institutions, and government operations. Apollo Safety is a member of the National Safety Council, Massachusetts Safety Council, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Association (RIAFC) and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts (FCAM).

Apollo Safety’s corporate headquarters is located at 57 Walnut Street in Fall River, Massachusetts. For more information on Apollo Safety products and services, please call 800-813-5408 or visit www.apollosafetyproducts.net.

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SelecTech launches National Account Program for its ESD products

Thomas Ricciardelli
Thomas Ricciardelli of SelecTech, Inc.

AVON, MA…

SelecTech, Inc., a leader in the manufacture of innovative flooring products from recycled materials, recently announced the creation of a National Account Program (NAP) for its ESD flooring products. The new program will be tailored towards chains, franchises and larger, multi-location businesses.

“Many things have to be in play for a NAP like this. First, you have to have first-rate product that’s desirable to multi-location businesses. Second, you need to have sales and support staff to serve those locations. Our ESD products and our national network of technicians and sales reps, give our NAP the legs to succeed on many levels,” said Thomas Ricciardelli, president of SelecTech, Inc.

SelecTech offers unique static control flooring products offered exclusively by Static Stop, including Freestyle ESD. These products are adhesive-free and employ a patented interlocking technology that dramatically reduces installation time and make it easier to replace flooring without significant or, in some cases, any downtime. For multi-location businesses, tiles can be customized in a central location (e.g. adding logos and other branding messages) and then installed by local technicians.

Beyond easy installation, StaticStop products are 100 percent recyclable. When installed, these ESD flooring materials create a static-controlled environment that’s perfect for businesses, retail outlets, and other facilities utilizing sensitive electronics and preserving valuable data. Electronics manufacturing, communications, aerospace, biotech and healthcare industries are just some of the industries that utilize ESD flooring.

The SelecTech NAP for ESD products will be served by a network of sales representative and flooring technicians across the United States. In addition to installations, SelecTech’s network of technicians can provide 24/7 service.

“Where most national account programs can fail is not having the service people readily available to serve accounts. We have professionals in every market we serve. If there’s a problem, we don’t have to fly anybody in. We have people right there in that area code to service accounts,” said Ricciardelli.

Added Jeffrey Lampert, vice president of business development at Static Stop.com, “We are very enthusiastic and optimistic regarding the launch of our new ESD National Account Program. We look forward to offering this procurement gateway to our customer base and future prospects throughout the United States. Our strong market position as one of the preeminent ESD manufacturers has helped us to solidify to our customers that choosing us is the right choice.”

For more information on SelecTech’s National Account Program or to request a copy of SelecTech, Inc.’s ESD binder, please call 508-583-3200 or visit www.selectechinc.com.

About SelecTech, Inc.

SelecTech, Inc. was founded in 1993 with the mission of creating valuable products from scrap plastics. The company has become a leader in the manufacture of flooring products from recycled materials and uses one million pounds of recycled materials annually. Their products are made with up to 100 percent recycled content, are 100 percent recyclable and installed without adhesives making them some of the “greenest” and most cost-effective flooring products available. The unique interlock system on SelecTech’s flooring products enable them to be installed at a much lower cost, without a lot of costly downtime, which provides significant value to customers.

Using state-of-the-art technology and innovative product design, SelecTech created the top performing Place N’ Go residential flooring products, which are available at Home Depot. They are also the creators of the renowned commercial and industrial FreeStyle, FreeStyle BioLock, FreeStyle ESD and StaticStop ESD flooring lines.

SelecTech is a vendor partner of Health Care Institute, an International Facility Management Association (IFMA) alliance partner. The company is headquartered at 33 Wales Avenue, Suite F in Avon, MA. For more information about SelecTech, visit http://www.selectechinc.com.

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10 decades of smiles. The Toothboss honors Ruth Anderson.

The Toothboss, the South Weymouth dental practice of Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD, honors Weymouth resident Ruth Anderson with the Smiling Neighbor award.
The Toothboss, the South Weymouth dental practice of Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD, honors Weymouth resident Ruth Anderson with the Smiling Neighbor award.

SOUTH WEYMOUTH, MA…

Over the course of her 92 years, Weymouth resident Ruth Anderson has been an active volunteer for a number of organizations. That started with her being a nurse’s aide for the Red Cross during World War II and recently concluded two years ago when a broken arm forced her to give up her driver’s license and stop delivering meals for the ‘elderly’. For her lifetime of service and bringing smiles to all the people she has helped, Dr. Richard Wolfert, AKA “The Toothboss” has honored her with his Smiling Neighbor award.

“As a dentist, it’s our job to make patients smile. For Ruth, through her volunteerism, it’s been a lifelong pursuit,” said Dr. Wolfert, whose dental practice is located at 1121 Main Street in South Weymouth. “She is a most deserving winner of our Smiling Neighbor award.”

In between her time with the Red Cross and delivering meals, Ruth volunteered at Pond Home, a home for the elderly in Wrentham, Mass. She volunteered at the home from the age of 16 until age 80 (she was a trustee during her final 12 years). She was a member of the Weymouth Circle of King’s Daughters and Sons, Christian service organizations whose objectives are the development of spiritual life, and delivered meals for Father Bill’s. Ruth worked as a librarian at the Fogg Library in Weymouth until her “retirement” in 1981.

For being selected as the Smiling Neighbor, Ruth had the choice of receiving a $50 gift card to Stockholders or a Sonicare Easy Clean model (Ruth chose Stockholders).

Said her daughter Nancy Burke, “My mother is an amazing woman who never did any of these things for her own glory but to help others. It’s nice of Dr. Wolfert to recognize her for these efforts, but I’d like to add one of her more noteworthy accomplishment. She was the most amazing mother to me and my four brothers.”

The Smiling Neighbor award is given out on a quarterly basis to citizens of Weymouth going above and beyond the call of duty for their fellow citizens. People can nominate a Smiling Neighbor by sending an e-mail of 200 words or less to toothboss1@aol.com. Please remember to include your name and telephone number as well as the name and telephone number or e-mail of the person they are nominating. Nominations can also be sent to The Toothboss, 1121 Main Street, South Weymouth, MA  02190.

For more information on The Toothboss, visit Dr. Wolfert’s website at www.toothboss.com or call 781-335-0604 to schedule a consultation.

About The Toothboss

The Toothboss offers: comprehensive examinations (written treatment and treatment plan provided); cosmetics; crowns, bridges and tooth-colored restorations; partial and full dentures; periodontics (early cases treated); oral surgery; restoration of conventional and small diameter implants; and emergency services (24-hour emergency phone number available).

The Toothboss accepts most insurance plans. They also accept payment from most PPO and indemnity plans, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Delta Dental. They also accept all major credit cards and have arranged payment plans through CareCredit.

To schedule an initial consultation, please call 781-335-0604. For more information, visit www.toothboss.com.

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