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OCES and Staff Honored with Community Awards

BROCKTON, PLYMOUTH AND WEYMOUTH, MA… In a virtual Awards Ceremony held on June 8, 2022, Community Services of Greater Brockton honored Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) with the “COVID-19 Agency Hero Award” and OCES staff member Jordan Stocker, a South Weymouth resident, with the “Excellence In Human Services Award”. 
 
With offices in Brockton and Plymouth, MA, OCES is a non-profit agency serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout a service area of 23 communities.  
 
COVID-19 Agency Hero Award 
Community Services of Greater Brockton recognized OCES with the COVID-19 Agency Hero Award. This special award, given solely in 2022, recognized OCES for their outstanding service as an agency that personified the spirit of service, courage, justice, and commitment during the COVID-19 pandemic.   
 
Even though the agency’s daily operations changed significantly, OCES continued to provide all their pre-pandemic services. They also expanded programs and services to meet the new and changing needs of the community. Essentially, OCES remained open and delivered services throughout the pandemic. With primarily office-based onsite staff prior to COVID-19, OCES converted to a remote workforce within 24 hours. 
 
OCES introduced several new initiatives to address the increasing number of older adults facing food insecurities, including the “Grocery Bag” project and “Grab & Go” Meals. Delivery needs were met by more than 780 dedicated staff and volunteers. OCES also provided the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to keep consumers, families, and staff safe. 
 
OCES took a leadership role in COVID-19 vaccination education; scheduling vaccination appointments for home-bound older adults and individuals with disabilities; and coordinated transportation for individuals to get to and from vaccine appointments.  
 
“We are incredibly proud that our agency has been recognized with Community Services of Greater Brockton’s COVID-19 Agency Hero Award,” said Nicole Long, CEO of OCES. “I would like to thank our extraordinary staff members and volunteers for their heroic efforts which ensured we were able to respond to the needs of the community and continue to fulfill our mission during an extremely difficult time for all.” 
 
The Excellence In Human Services Award 
Jordan Stocker, Options Counselor at OCES received Community Services of Greater Brockton’s Excellence In Human Services Award. This award is given to an outstanding employee or volunteer at a Human Services Agency who has at least two years of work experience in Human Services; works directly with clients at least fifty percent of their time; and has been outstanding in their community service and collaboration. Stocker, who joined OCES in 2019, was nominated for this award for his commitment to consumers in the Greater Brockton community, along with his commitment to the OCES Team. 

Alisa DeLage, OCES’ Chief Programs Officer and Jordan Stocker, OCES’ Options Counselor

Stocker is dedicated to assisting older adults and individuals with disabilities, and ensuring they are able to access and understand the resources that may be available to them. There is an increased need for assistance as more face housing instability, behavioral health issues, and financial concerns including being able to afford vital medications. Stocker has been asked to join several community groups to collaborate, determine ways to assist those in need, and provide input on concerning issues. He is focused on best serving those who are in need so they may live safely and independently within the community.  

According to Alisa DeLage, Chief Programs Officer at OCES, “Even in a moment when he was being recognized for his work, Jordan took the opportunity to highlight the need for affordable housing. Jordan always makes the individuals he serves the priority. We are honored to have Jordan as part of our team and are proud he has received this well-deserved award!” 
 
To learn more about services and resources provided by OCES, visit https://www.ocesma.org 
 
About Community Services of Greater Brockton 
Each year, the nonprofit organization Community Services of Greater Brockton holds their Annual Meeting and Community Awards Ceremony. The awards are granted to recipients in the Greater Brockton community in many different categories. For more information, visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/communityservicesofgreaterbrockton/ 
 
About OCES 
Founded in 1974, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) is a non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County and surrounding communities. OCES is a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Brockton with a second office in Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 24 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency offers a number of programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.  

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Beverly Main Streets Kicked Off “Downtown for All” Program with Feature Film Event

BEVERLY, MA… A special showing of the award-winning documentary, “Lives Well Lived” at the Cabot Theatre in Beverly was well-received and marked the launch of Beverly Main Streets “Downtown for All” initiative, which would make the city of Beverly more accessible and open to everyone. 
 
Gary Moffie, CGR, CAPS, UDCP, president of Beverly, MA based The Remodeling Company who serves on the Board of Directors for Beverly Main Streets and is the committee Chair of Downtown for All, was instrumental in obtaining the rights to show this film.  
 
“Beverly Main Streets is developing a program that would make the city of Beverly more accessible and open to everyone – from senior citizens to people with disabilities to families with children,” explained Moffie. “The film celebrates the wit and wisdom of age, and the purpose of showing it ties in to our efforts to making Beverly more accessible for all.”  
 
The focus of the Downtown for All program is to incorporate universal design, which increases accessibility, improves safety and convenience, while also looking aesthetically pleasing. Numerous factors are addressed through universal design including fall prevention, enhanced visibility, and challenges pertaining to dexterity. 
 
Moffie is a Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) and Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS) who is also certified by National Association of The Remodeling Industry (NARI) as a Universal Design Certified Professional (UDCP) and is an authority on universal design and aging in place.  
 
More events are being planned for later this year. For information and updates, visit the Beverly Main Streets website, www.bevmain.org. 
 
Individuals who are interested in getting involved and volunteering with Beverly Main Streets, visit https://www.bevmain.org/our-work/get-involved/ 
 
The Downtown for All film event was held April 28th and was sponsored by The Remodeling Company, Beverly Cultural Council (BCC), The YMCA, Beverly Council on Aging, Endicott College, and Beth Israel Lahey Health Beverly Hospital. 
 
About Beverly Main Streets 
Promoting and enhancing Beverly’s downtown economic vitality, cultural and historic resources, and quality of life, Beverly Main Streets is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. For more information, visit, https://www.bevmain.org. 
             
About The Remodeling Company 
Founded in 1998, The Remodeling Company is a preeminent full-service residential remodeling firm in the Greater Boston area. Led by Gary Moffie, CAPS, CGR, UDCP, The Remodeling Company is dedicated to creating ideal living spaces to accommodate and enhance their customers’ lifestyles. The company specializes in universal design projects that meet the needs of everyday life while also enabling homeowners to age in place. 
 
Over the years, The Remodeling Company has been honored with numerous awards including National Association of The Remodeling Industry’s (NARI) 2021 Regional Contractor of the Year (CotY) Award, Remodeling magazineʼs Big 50 Contractors, and Qualified Remodelerʼs Top 500 Remodeler list every year since 2003. Other awards include: Best of Houzz Service in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020; BRAGB 2018 Prism Gold Award for “Best Historical Renovation”; and Boston Home 10th Anniversary “Best Suburban Residence – A Colorful Past”.  The Remodeling Company is a member of the National Association of Home Builders, The Builders and Remodelers Association of Greater Boston, the National Association of The Remodeling Industry and the Professional Remodeling Organization of New England. For more information, visit https://www.theremodelingco.com 

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Emerson Bearing Boston Releases Latest Guide on Bearing Solutions for Machine Tools

BOSTON, MA… Emerson Bearing, a Boston, MA-based bearing company catering to niche markets nationwide and the sister company of Action Bearing which serves the New England market, recently announced the availability of a complimentary eBook for machine tool applications. 
 
Emerson Bearing’s latest free resource entitled, “Bearing Solutions for Machine Tool Applications” covers a variety of subjects including: the various types of bearings used in this industry; the common applications; how to maintain proper care and lubrication among other topics. 
 
Today’s machine tools rely on various specialized components that allow them to operate smoothly and efficiently while holding tight tolerances. Specific machine tool bearing applications include machining centers, automatic screw machines, grinding machines, high speed spindles, rotary tables, water jet machines and more. 
 
Machine tool bearings are designed with distinct geometries, features, and materials that make them suitable for specific machining purposes. Anticipated load pressure, temperature fluctuations, exposure to chemicals, and other factors will influence which type of bearing is best suited for a particular application. Ball and roller bearings are among the most versatile bearing types, and these are used in everything from turbine engines to medical equipment. 
 
According to Steve Katz, President of Emerson Bearing and Action Bearing, “This comprehensive guide will help to provide a better understanding of the various bearing types and how each will respond to specific operating conditions. It also covers how to maximize the life and performance of your machine tool and its components with proper maintenance, regular inspection and lubrication.” 
 
To download the complimentary Machine Tools guide from Emerson Bearing’s website, visit EmersonBearing.com. 
 
Emerson Bearing serves 16 major markets and their team of experts can assist with machine tool applications. To speak with an Emerson Bearing expert, contact 800-225-4587 or visit EmersonBearing.com. 
 
About Emerson Bearing Boston 
Founded in 1957, Emerson Bearing Boston specializes in bearings for niche markets nationwide. The company provides solutions to a variety of industries including: aggregate, concrete, mining, machine tools, electric motor repair, marine, material handling, metal processing, packaging, food processing, paper converting, printing, wind/power generation, recreation, heavy construction, robotics, automation, transportation, wood products, wastewater treatment, pump, compressor and oil field. 
  
Emerson Bearing Boston offers customers a one-stop shopping experience. With an online product catalog with over 3 million bearings – ranging in size from 3mm to tunnel-boring  
15-foot-diameter giants; a vast inventory of bearings; worldwide sourcing; a fixed price program; a knowledgeable staff; same day shipping and 24/7 service, Emerson Bearing Boston has become a leading provider of bearings in the U.S. They are the sister company of Action Bearing, which serves the New England market, and maintain headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, visit www.emersonbearing.com or call 800-225-4587. 
 

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CAS America Wins Remodeling Award for State-of-the-Art Closettec Showroom Design

READING, MA AND NORTH SMITHFIELD, RI… CAS America, a family-owned manufacturing company that designs and produces customer-specific casework, is a winner of the 2022 Chrysalis Award for Remodeling Excellence.  

Continuing to set new standards of professionalism, 79 companies from across the United States were named winners at the 2022 Chrysalis Awards for Remodeling Excellence. The entries were judged on overall design, the creative use of space and materials, and the degree to which the project enhanced the original structure.

CAS America was honored with the prestigious Chrysalis Award for their innovative design of the Closettec Showroom, which features prototypes of custom-designed and custom-built quality storage solutions for home and office. Making closet design fun and interesting, the showroom included traditional walk-in closets, Murphy wall beds, custom bookcases, a Mudroom, an innovative laundry room featuring a Pet station and more. The design breaks the traditional showroom model of a boring plain closet and showcases a whole home layout highlighting total home storage solutions utilizing the latest products, lighting and accessories.  What also makes it unique is that all displays were manufactured locally and feature products from the multiple divisions of The Beck Companies. This is the first Chrysalis Award for CAS America.

There are three Closettec Showrooms – one in the manufacturing facility in North Smithfield, RI, another is a state-of-the-art mobile showroom, and their newest location is inside Jordan’s Furniture in Reading, MA. CAS America and Closettec are among the The Beck Companies’ family of five companies based in North Smithfield, RI. 

“This was the first year they have entered the awards, and to take home top honors on the first attempt is impressive,” says Ken Kanline, Director of the Awards.

According to Tracey Beck, owner of The Beck Companies, “This has far exceeded our expectations and we are incredibly proud CAS America was named among the best in the remodeling industry.”

The Chrysalis Awards program, begun in 1994, recognizes the nation’s best work in fourteen general categories of residential and commercial remodeling. The Chrysalis Awards are open to every professional remodeler and design professional in the United States.

Pictures and summaries of the 2022 award-winning projects can be seen on Chrysalis website www.chrysalisawards.com beginning in August. 

About CAS America
CAS America is a family-owned manufacturing company providing end-to-end casework and countertop fabrication that is used in a variety of environments such as: Commercial, Administrative, Healthcare, Medical-Dental, Residential and Component Parts to name a few. CAS America operates alongside Closettec, Great American Recreation, Dark Horse Metal fabrication and KB Surfaces in an expansive facility in North Smithfield, RI. Visit www.casamerica.com

About Closettec
Serving New England since 1985, Closettec specializes in custom-designed, custom-fitted, and custom-built quality storage solutions. With their own staff of craftsmen and designers, Closettec team collaborates with you to design a solution that fits your needs and helps you stay organized while adding value to your home or office. Closettec offers on-site measurement at no charge, and provides manufacturing and installation services on all products. Closettec showroom is located in Reading MA or call us and we will bring the showroom to you. The company is headquartered in North Smithfield, RI. Visit closettec.com or contact 1-800-880-6792.

The Beck Companies
Within an 85,000 square foot facility in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, The Beck Companies has created a state-of-the-art, multi-specialty showroom, design, and high-tech fabrication/manufacturing megaplex for the wholesale fabrication of total project interior products such as countertops for kitchens, vanities, as well as commercial applications such as desks, bars, conference tables etc. Some of the countertop mediums manufactured feature granite, marble, soapstone, engineered stone, porcelain, stainless steel, laminate, solid surface and solid wood .  Along with this impressive array are custom closets and commercial casegoods. Strategically located under one sprawling roof is their family of companies, including KB Surfaces, CAS America, Closettec, Great American Recreation and Dark Horse Metal fabrication. Each division specializes in a distinct manufacturing skill set that complement and build upon each other to create a seamless manufacturing process unique in the industry. For more information, visit www.thebeckcos.com.

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Personal College Counseling, Inc. Navigating Dual Degree/Joint Degree Opportunities

When it comes to college admissions, the interview process can be a bit daunting. Now imagine the application and admission process for dual degrees in highly competitive fields such as medicine and law.

With the mission to help each student who wants to succeed in college and beyond to find the college or university that is the best fit for them, Attorney Honoria DaSilva-Kilgore of Personal College Counseling, Inc. (PCCI) based in Raynham, MA, can help students navigate a complex and challenging application and admissions process, along with merit and financial aid process especially, if you want to find a joint degree program that’s right for you.

“Students who are undertaking dual degree programs must be academically highly qualified as well as super-motivated,” explained Attorney DaSilva-Kilgore. “Dual or joint degree programs are accelerated programs offered at a college or university in conjunction with a grad school where a student will graduate from college with a B.A. or B.S. degree but some of their credits automatically count towards their Master’s, JD or MBA, thereby reducing the time needed to complete the graduate program and saving them money. More importantly, it can give the college student direct access to law or medical school where the acceptance rates are even more competitive. These programs give students automatic entry or a direct pathway to the grad program at the next institution.”
    
Attorney DaSilva-Kilgore helps focus effort on colleges that academically, socially and financially are most appropriate, which puts the student in the best position to succeed in the accelerated program itself as well as beyond – in their career. 

Attorney Honoria DaSilva-Kilgore

Attorney DaSilva-Kilgore continued, “Some universities offer several joint degrees – law, medicine, engineering to name a few.  Typically, these colleges can help their students get to the next level and save the student time and money. When a college has one of these affiliated programs it’s indicative that their college is well respected in that field and prepares their students well. They may be smaller than many of the “big name” schools you may be familiar with but in my opinion, these are hidden gems even if you are not in the accelerated program. For example, Drew University, a highly respected liberal arts school in Madison, N.J., has a 77 percent first time acceptance rate for medical school. Compare that to the national average of only 43 percent and you can see what I’m talking about.”

Dual degrees help to set the student apart, particularly in highly competitive fields such as medicine. For example, the admission rates for Physician Assistant programs nationwide is only about 31 percent which is even harder to get into than medical school. PCCI helps students navigate the unique application and admission challenges.

PCCI was established to help students and their parents/guardians pick the best school that puts them on the path to success. Essentially, PCCI helps determine which colleges and universities address the student’s academic and social needs; inspires them to achieve inside and outside of the classroom; provides them with tools for success, and is a good return on investment. PCCI offers an affordable, flat-fee based college search and application services to find the best college fit for a student.

PCCI’s services are available to students in all 50 states via video conferencing or via telephone. Virtual services as well as in-person, socially distanced services are available. For more information about PCCI or to arrange for a complimentary Parent/Student Personal College Consultation, visit the website at https://www.personalcollegecounseling.com or email nod@personalcollegecounseling.com.

About PCCI
Founded by Honoria DaSilva-Kilgore, Esq. who has been practicing law for more than 29 years, Personal College Counseling, Inc. (PCCI) provides high school students (and parents/guardians) with one-on-one guidance throughout the entire college preparation process. PCCI’s college planning includes research and recommendations that are specifically targeted and provide the best fit to the student’s abilities, interests, finances, and family circumstances. PCCI takes into consideration university and campus life; programs, internships and study abroad; athletics (Division I, II, and III) and clubs and intramurals. PCCI manages all important deadlines for testing, applications and forms, and assists with merit-based scholarships and financial aid. PCCI’s services are available to students in all 50 states via video conferencing or via telephone. 

PCCI is based in Raynham, MA. For more information or to arrange for a complimentary Parent/Student Personal College Consultation, contact (508) 622-5250, email nod@personalcollegecounseling.com or visit the website at https://www.personalcollegecounseling.com

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OCES Receives $5K Donation in Support of Nutrition Program

AVON, BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… With offices in Brockton and Plymouth, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) has received a generous donation from the PPG Foundation on behalf of its aerospace facility located in Avon, MA.   
 
OCES is a nonprofit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout Plymouth County as well as Avon, Stoughton and Easton, MA. The PPG Foundation supports local organizations and has made a $5,000 donation to OCES’ Nutrition Program for home delivered meals. 
 
Addressing Food Insecurity 
This is the second donation that PPG has made to OCES in support of the Nutrition Program since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020, the number of home delivered meals dramatically increased in greater Plymouth County and that demand continues as many older adults and individuals with disabilities are experiencing food insecurity. For many who are homebound, the daily home delivered meal also serves as a safety check.   
                                                                                                                                                             
OCES provides 42,000 nutritious meals each month to older adults and individuals with disabilities living within their service area. All meals are planned by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and with the help of hundreds of volunteers, are served in community settings or delivered to individuals.  
 
“We are extremely grateful to the PPG Foundation for their support of our Meals on Wheels program over the past two years,” said Nicole Long, CEO. “PPG’s donation helps us ensure that our most vulnerable residents receive daily nutritionally-sound and satisfying meals.” 
 
For more information about Meals on Wheels or other services, contact OCES’ Information and Referral Department at 508-584-1561.  
 
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 
At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 135 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $13.3 billion in 2021. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com. 
 
About OCES 
Founded in 1974, OCES proudly serves greater Plymouth County and surrounding communities. OCES is a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Brockton with a second office in Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 25 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency offers a number of programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.  
 
We protect and beautify the world is a trademark and the PPG Logo is a registered trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc. 

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Working voices continue to resonate on the “South Coast Working” podcast launched by the Arnold M Dubin / UMass Dartmouth Labor Education Center. 

Two new episodes of the “South Coast Working” podcast have been published.

“South Coast Working” is a new podcast and promotes the voice of working people and those who continue to build the South Coast each and every day.  From the docks to the mills to the classrooms to the roadways, working people add a voice and life to the region. 

This podcast is developed by the Arnold M Dubin / UMass Dartmouth Labor Education Center. 

The episode “Diversifying the Construction Trades on the South Coast” is hosted and produced by Andrea Muraskin, a Bay State-based audio producer.

Construction work is one of the few careers left in the United States where a person can make a good living without a college degree. However, it’s also one of the few fields available to high school graduates with a work force that’s still predominantly white and male. So, what will it take for women and people of color to get a bigger piece of the pie, and to land the construction jobs that provide the best wages, benefits, and safety standards – union jobs—and benefit from Massachusetts’ building boom?

In this episode you’ll meet Tara Williams, who brought herself and her children out of poverty through determination, and a brand-new career in the building trades. You’ll learn about the training program where Tara got her start, and Vineyard Wind, the first-in-the-nation green energy project that’s bringing new union construction jobs to the South Coast. Also covered is the shadow side of the construction economy – the exploitation of undocumented workers – and efforts to bring their employers to justice.

The second new episode is entitled “Union Strong in Nursing Homes in The Age of Covid,” and is hosted and produced by independent journalist Kortni Smyers-Jones In the early months of the pandemic, health care workers were lauded as heroes, especially those who worked with the most vulnerable – the elderly and people who couldn’t take care of themselves. From March to September 2020, nursing home residents made up 40% of COVID-19 deaths.  Nursing home residents are at high risk because of their age, higher rates of pre-existing illness, and the close quarters they live in. However, a report published in the journal Health Affairs found that nursing homes in New York State where the workers belonged to a union experienced a 30% lower mortality rate, compared to facilities in the state where the workers were not unionized.

So why the difference? In this episode, journalist Kortni Smyers-Jones speaks with study co-author Adam Dean of George Washington University, healthcare workers, and union leadership to get answers.

South Coast Working is a project of the Arnold M Dubin / UMass Dartmouth Labor Education Center.  Learn more at https://www.umassd.edu/labored/

About – Arnold M Dubin / UMass Dartmouth Labor Education Center

The Labor Education Center serves as a bridge between the university, the labor movement, and the local community.  The Center creates internships for students, programming on campus focused on social change for justice and organizing and external training is available to workers and worker centers, unions, and labor councils in the region. This includes training for officers, members and stewards through a statewide Labor Extension Program.

Arnold M Dubin / UMass Dartmouth Labor Education Center is located at 334 Union Street, New Bedford, MA.  For additional information about the Labor Center or the podcast contact the Center at https://www.umassd.edu/labored/ or 508-817-1851.

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Backhanded complement.  Tennis Tournament added to Hart Speech Foundation Golf Tournament.

DATELINE – PLYMOUTH, MA…

Tennis anyone?  A tennis tournament has been added to the 11th Annual Hart Speech Foundation Golf Tournament.  Both tennis and golf are scheduled for Monday, October 10 at Pinehills, Plymouth, MA. 

Tennis players of all levels, from beginner/hacker to advanced are encouraged to participate. The donation to participate in this doubles, round-robin format is $95.  The tennis tournament will be limited to 12 players.

The tennis competition will be held from 3 – 5 p.m.  at Pinehills and will utilize the community’s well maintained, indoor tennis courts at the Village Racquet & Fitness Club, 30 Golf Dr, Plymouth, MA 02360.

On the golf side, the Nicklaus Design Course at Pinehills Golf Club is a bucolic expanse created to rival the country’s most prestigious golf clubs. Conveniently located just off Route 3 at Exit 3 in Plymouth, Massachusetts – just a short drive away from Boston and Cape Cod – Pinehills Golf Club is spectacularly set on over 300 acres of rolling hills punctuated by dramatic, glacially carved kettles and kames.  From the beginner to the most experienced low handicap player, every member can test their skills on one of the best championship layouts in Massachusetts.

The golf tournament will feature a modified shotgun format.  The tournament will begin at 11:00 a.m.  The schedule of events includes registration at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm; 12:30 pm – shotgun tee-off & format: modified scramble; 4:00 pm- cocktails (cash bar); 5:00 pm – award dinner, raffle, silent auction. 

The registration fee includes golf with cart and awards dinner. Donation is $700 for a foursome or $175 for a single golfer.  There is also a dinner only option for non-golfers. Dinner only cost is $65.

Tournament sponsorships are available. Auction items are welcome.

Sponsorship opportunities include:

            Tournament                       $2,500

            Dinner                                $1,500

            Cart                                    $1,000

            Putting, closest to pin       $250

The Hart Speech Foundation is a recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization.  The non-profit organization is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals who stutter through advocacy and scholarships for those in need of services.

To RSVP or for more information, please contact Don Hart (617) 852-8855 or via email at dphartlaw@verizon.net .

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OCES Receives $4,000 Donation from Good Samaritan Medical Center

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County, has received a $4,000 donation to their Supportive Housing Program from Good Samaritan Medical Center of Brockton.

“We are very grateful to Good Samaritan Medical Center for their generous donation as it directly benefits our Supportive Housing consumers in Brockton and Abington Housing Authority locations,” said Elizabeth Weiner, OCES’ Housing Programs Manager who oversees all of OCES’ supportive and congregate housing programs.
    
The goal of supportive housing is to integrate community resources, information, and services for the individuals who reside at a particular local housing authority site, and essentially to enrich the lives of those residents. Supportive housing programs are designed to create a community environment which allows residents to age in place.

Through the OCES Supportive Housing Program, a specialist from OCES’ housing team conducts an assessment to determine the specific needs of each resident residing within Abington and Brockton Housing Authorities. All residents at these sites are eligible for information and referral services, case management assistance, and access to social or educational programs. Depending on eligibility many other services are also available.

For more information about OCES’ Housing Programs, visit www.ocesma.org or call OCES at 508-584-1561.

For more information about Good Samaritan Medical Center, a Steward Family Hospital, visit
www.goodsamaritanmedical.org

About OCES
Founded in 1974, OCES proudly serves greater Plymouth County and surrounding communities. OCES is a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Brockton with a second office in Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 25 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency offers a number of programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.

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