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Virtual “Buried in Treasures” Based Workshop Series Begins October 19th

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County, is offering a series of workshops based on the “Buried in Treasures Workbook Model”. Each workshop will offer support for individuals with hoarding tendencies. 


 
This Workshop Series is an educational, judgment-free, self-help program facilitated by OCES that will meet on Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. beginning October 19, 2021. This confidential Workshop Series is for anyone struggling with clutter, compulsive acquiring, saving, and hoarding. Classes will be held virtually once a week for 15 weeks. This specific Workshop Series is for individuals working on their own recovery; it is not for friends, family or service providers. However, others are welcome to contact OCES for information and resources. 


             
OCES’ Workshop Series is grant-funded and free of charge, but registration and prescreening is required. Previous participants have shared that they found them to be very helpful; they felt supported and would recommend the workshops. 


             
What is Hoarding? 
Hoarding is when individuals continue to accumulate items, such as clothing, newspapers and food, and then have persistent difficulty discarding possessions. Individuals with hoarding behaviors often face health issues related to falls, as well as the risk of losing their homes. 


 
Individuals interested in attending the self-help program are required to complete a prescreening assessment before enrolling in the Workshop; contact OCES at 508-584-1561 for more details. 
 


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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Phil Pelucha, founder of Billionaires in Boxers

This segment of Business Way Outside the Box brings you an energetic guest who keeps it simple.

Podcasting gives you access to people who otherwise would not even take your phone call. This is key message of Phil Pelucha, founder of the Billionaires in Boxers, podcaster, media coach from just outside Liverpool, England (yes, the Beatles preceeded Phil).

Phil offers specific tips on how to launch your podcast, build relationships and start reaping the rewards. He warns you about the biggest mistake – not getting started.

For a complimentary, trial offer from Phil, click on https://billionairesinboxers.biz/master-class-registrationwfmzdvl5. Or visit Phil’s LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippelucha/.

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“Maybe Franchising is right for you? Or Not.” webinar rescheduled to Nov. 9

Dana Hall

Due to the recent power outage in Plymouth, the Maybe Franchising is Right for You? Or Not, has been re-scheduled for Tuesday, November 9, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.

You’ve thought of being your own boss, controlling your own destiny, expanding your income and latching onto a proven business model.  The free webinar entitled Maybe Franchising is Right for You? Or Not. might provide some answers. To RSVP, please click here.

Dana Hall of FranNet will outline what the advantages and pitfalls of franchise ownership. The first part of the discussion is whether you have the mindset of someone who is not an wild eyed entrepreneur, but an independent business owner ready to plug into a tightly woven system. Hall will also address the general upfront financial requirements, potential buildout costs, operations and sustainability of various franchise models.

Dana Hall is a franchise consultant with FranNet of Boston providing expert advice and guidance for prospective franchise business owners. FranNet’s proprietary Personal Franchise Assessment tool, thorough and personalized one-one consultation, and a 30 plus year history of excellence sets FranNet apart. Hall has over 30 years of experience in financial analysis, strategic business planning, operations, and local store marketing.

Hall was the Director of Finance for Retail Operations for Panera Bread during a period of rapid store growth and increased profitability. He was responsible for budgeting, strategic financial planning, KPI development and reporting, store metric evaluation, and profitability improvement for 900 company owned locations generating $2B in revenue. He held a similar role for the Wendy’s Company in the New England Division in addition to a strategic Marketing role for the Northeast Region. Hall has also served as a Franchise Business Consultant advising and counseling franchisees in the field on improving operations, driving incremental sales and generating increased profits.

He is a graduated from North Adams State College with a BS in Business Administration/Accounting and holds an MBA from Suffolk University in Boston.

The business community is encouraged to attend. The event is sponsored by three leading organizations including My Pinnacle Network which hosts monthly meetings for business-to-business professionals at five locations throughout Massachusetts including Braintree, Mansfield, Needham, Pembroke, and Westborough; South Shore Networking Professionals which connects business people monthly at locations throughout the South Shore; and Rockland Trust, offering a wide range of banking, investment, and insurance services to businesses and individuals through retail branches, commercial ending offices, investment management offices, and residential lending centers located in Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, as well as through online, mobile and phone banking.

Please RSVP for the event by clicking here. Or call My Pinnacle Network at 781-582-1061.

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The Massachusetts Money Management Program Celebrates its 30th Year. Program Volunteers are recognized by Old Colony Elder Services and other local sites throughout the State

September marks the 30th year that the Massachusetts Money Management Program (MMMP) has been helping adults over 60, and adults living with disabilities, maintain their independence. The MMMP is a free, volunteer-supported program that is vital to those it serves. Without the program, many individuals would face food insecurity, financial exploitation, eviction, and premature institutionalization.

MMMP volunteers have always gone above and beyond for their consumers and for the 30th anniversary, their dedication and hard work were recognized by Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) at its volunteer appreciation event last month.


MMMP volunteers work one-on-one with at-risk individuals to help them create a budget, pay their bills, reduce debt, and find local support services. Since 1991, MMMP volunteers have served 13,000 Massachusetts residents. The past 18 months, MMMP volunteers were a lifeline to individuals who had no one else to turn to, or even talk to, during the pandemic. Throughout the pandemic, volunteers continued to support their consumers in a variety of ways including phone calls and virtual meetings.


Below are quotes from consumers and volunteers:

– “Helped in so many ways, I was losing confidence in myself. My volunteer has restored my confidence. If it wasn’t for the MMP I would have given up.”

– “My financial life has been saved because of this service.”

– “As an OCES’ Money Management Volunteer for 18 years, I have worked with Consumers that have faced not having enough money for food, on the verge of having electricity and gas shut off, and family members taking advantage of them. I have helped Consumers manage their finances so they don’t have to worry about the mortgage or losing their homes. Being a part of this MMP, I feel like I am making a difference in someone’s life. It’s very rewarding and there are many people out there in need of assistance.”  


The MMMP would not exist without the hundreds of volunteers who devote so much time and effort to support people in their communities. On behalf of the statewide program and all local programs, we would like to say a big Thank You to current and past volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering for OCES’ Money Management or other programs, please call 508-584-1561 and ask for the Volunteer Coordinator. 

Assistance & Volunteer Opportunities Available

OCES is accepting new consumers and volunteers into the Money Management program.  Donations to OCES’ MMMP are vital and may be made by visiting OCES’ website and clicking on Donate Now. For more information, to volunteer, or to make a donation to OCES’ Money Management Program, visit www.ocesma.org

About the MMMP
The Massachusetts Money Management Program’s mission is to promote and prolong independent living for income-eligible individuals over 60 who are at risk because of their inability to manage their finances. In order to achieve this mission, the MMMP:


– Provides assistance that enables people to live as independently as possible;

– Helps in the least intrusive way so that a person’s dignity and privacy are preserved; and

– Includes program safeguards to protect the consumer, the volunteer, and the local ASAP.


To learn more about the statewide program, to refer someone, to volunteer, or donate, please visit massmmp.org. You can search for your local program by city or town. You can also email mmmpinfo@tves.org or call 508-949-6640 ext. 3376.

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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Is college on the radar? Start planning early. Personal College Counseling, Inc. shares 5 key college planning tips for high school students and families

As college campuses open up for visits in the Fall, there are a few things potential high school students and families should consider when it comes to the college admissions process.

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, shares 5 key college planning tips for high school students and families:

  • Start planning for college admissions early. Ideally, during Freshman or Sophomore year. Evaluate your student as a whole and identify their strengths and interests. Encourage them to find their passion.
  • Review your student’s strength of schedule, and the classes they have taken, along with their good grades. Extracurricular activities are also important. All will be determining factors in the potential for merit aid later. This is a key reason why it is important to start college planning early. It is harder to level up later, and by junior year, it is too late for it to matter.
  • Focus on exploring colleges where your student will stand out and their achievements and interests are valued.
  • Once you have determined which schools to target, go visit them in person. Virtual tours do not compensate for the actual vibe obtained from visiting a campus in person whenever possible. Plan well ahead so you have enough time to do so.
  • Regardless of whether or not a student (family) qualifies for financial aid, be sure to submit the FAFSA on time. Many colleges will not consider a student for merit aid without it. 

According to Attorney DaSilva-Kilgore, “College will probably be the greatest financial investment, after buying a home. If you want better planning and more due diligence before committing to a school, then students and parents should consider working with an Independent Educational Consultant (IEC) and start as early as possible. An IEC can help you make sure your student is taking the right classes, thereby building a strong foundation, show you how to use SAT scores as a tool to your advantage, schedule visits and interviews. But, most importantly, they help focus effort on colleges that academically, socially and financially are most appropriate, which puts the student in the best position to succeed in college and beyond.”

Attorney DaSilva-Kilgore has been practicing law for more than 25 years helping clients with numerous financial matters and long-term planning. Over the years, she took note of a recurring theme among her clients that often cropped up – inadequate planning regarding higher education.

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.

Merit and Institutional Aid

PCCI offers an affordable, flat-fee based college search and application services to find the best college fit for a student, while maximizing merit and institutional aid. Most financial packages awarded range from $40,000 to $125,000.

Although the office is in Raynham, it does not matter where the student lives, as 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 25 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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All Autism Talk celebrates International Podcast Day on September 30th with special anniversary episode

In celebration of International Podcast Day and in honor of All Autism Talk’s 100th podcast milestone, LEARN Behavioral announces a special anniversary episode featuring autism expert Temple Grandin, Ph.D. and Debra Moore, Ph.D., who will discuss their forthcoming book.

LEARN Behavioral provides valuable insight and information from inspiring individuals in the autism community through their unique All Autism Talk podcast. On September 30, 2021, best-selling author Dr. Temple Grandin will discuss her latest book, Navigating Autism: 9 Mindsets for Helping Kids on the Spectrum, which is a collaboration with psychologist Debra Moore, who has done extensive work with children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum. This special episode highlights Dr. Grandin’s powerful personal insights and wisdom with practical support and help from Dr. Moore. This lively conversation delves into a number of topics, from how to teach basic skills to how to best identify and stretch your child’s strengths and interests. The authors also share their belief that many kids are underestimated, and they want to help parents bring out their child’s highest potential.

As one of the most respected experts in the autism and animal behavior world, Dr. Grandin is known for her trailblazing work as a spokesperson for people with autism and her lifelong work with animal behavior. Dr. Grandin is a professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University and also consults on livestock handling equipment design and animal welfare. She has appeared on national television shows, such as Larry King Live, 20/20 and Sixty Minutes. Articles about Dr. Grandin have appeared in Time Magazine, The New York Times, Discover Magazine, Forbes and USA Today. HBO made an Emmy Award winning movie about her life, and she was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2016.

All Autism Talk Podcast Legacy

“Essentially, the All Autism Talk podcast was launched with a simple goal in mind—to get more information about autism out to people,” explained All Autism Talk’s host Robert Haupt, MA, BCBA, Executive Vice President of LEARN Behavioral. “Over the years, the podcast evolved into a friendly conversation with inspiring individuals and groups in the autism community. It’s a model that has enabled us to bring everyone to the table to share their valuable insight and experience in a highly relatable manner, and it has been very successful.”

Another special episode that aired earlier this month is Female Life on the Spectrum – Insights from Jennifer Cook O’Toole – featuring Jennifer Cook O’Toole, author of seven bestselling, award-winning books, including her 2018 memoir,Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum..

In honor of their 100th podcast anniversary, Haupt outlines the All Autism Talk top 10 podcasts:

  1. Early Identification of Developmental Delays in Children – Dr. Sharief Taraman – Sharief Taraman, M.D. is Chief of General Neurology and of the CHOC Children’s Specialists Pediatric Subspecialty Faculty Pediatric Neurology Division. Dr. Taraman is also Chief Medical Officer at Cognoa, Inc., a digital behavioral health company and Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor at UC Irvine School of Medicine.
  2. What to Expect from ABA Service Providers – with Dr. Hanna Rue – Dr. Hanna C. Rue, Head of Clinical Development for AST, discusses latest research and treatment options for individuals on the autism spectrum.
  3. The Role of Genetics in Autism, Explained – Wendy Chung, M.D., Ph.D. is a clinical and molecular geneticist who is the Director of Clinical Research at SFARI at the Simons Foundation and is the Kennedy Family Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine.
  4. Temple Grandin – Parenting Kids with Autism – Arguably the most famous person in the autism community, Dr. Temple Grandin has been advocating for individuals with autism for more than 30 years. In 2010, Dr. Grandin delivered the TED talk “The world needs all kinds of minds.” Her own experience with autism has informed her numerous books on the subject, including Thinking in Pictures which was adapted for the award-winning HBO film.
  5. Autism Resource Mom – Autism Support and Information from the Best Expert, A Mom – Debora L. Smith spent more than two decades in marketing and communications before she merged that expertise with the experience she gained raising a son with autism spectrum disorder. She founded Autism Resource Mom—a nonprofit organization that provides support, guidance and hope to families of individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
  6. Autism, Aggression and Self Injury – Exploring a Mother’s Journey with ECT – Amy S.F. Lutz has written about issues relating to severe autism for many platforms, including The Atlantic, Slate, Psychology Today, and Spectrum. Her book, Each Day I Like It Better: Autism, ECT, and the Treatment of Our Most Impaired Children, was published in 2014. She is also the co-founder and president of EASI Foundation: Ending Aggression and Self-Injury in the Developmentally Disabled.
  7. Making Social Skills (and Minecraft) More Accessible for Kids with Autism – Stuart Duncan is the creator of AutCraft, the first Minecraft server for children with autism and their families. In 2013, Stuart “AutismFather” Duncan created AutCraft, a virtual community that empowers young autistic people around the world to feel self-confident and proud of who they are.
  8. Medical Insurance for Autism Treatment – Understanding the Changing Landscape – Amy Weinstock is the Director of the Autism Insurance Resource Center at the University of Massachusetts Medical School’s Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, and an instructor in the medical school’s Department of Psychiatry. She has an extensive background on insurance issues related to autism and has played a key role in passing several significant pieces of autism insurance legislation in Massachusetts, including the groundbreaking 2010 law requiring health insurance to cover medically necessary treatment for autism.
  9. Successfully Employing Individuals With Autism – With David Friedman – David Friedman is the founder and CEO of AutonomyWorks. AutonomyWorks is a for-profit, social enterprise that employs people with autism. The company provides outsourced marketing operations support for large marketing organizations, including Reddit, Morningstar, and MediaCom. AutonomyWorks taps into the unique talents of people with autism to deliver exceptional quality and productivity.
  10. Global Autism Project: Training Staff at Autism Centers Around the World – Molly Ola Pinney is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Global Autism Project, a nonprofit organization that increases the capacity of local individuals working with children with autism worldwide. She has been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades for her work, including the Comcast NBC Universal award, the Autism Light Foundation award.

Tune In

To listen to Dr. Temple Grandin’s podcast on September 30th or the aforementioned Top 10 podcasts among others, tune in to All Autism Talk on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon Music or on LEARN Behavioral’s website at www.learnbehavioral.com/allautismtalk.

About the Book

Navigating Autism: 9 Mindsets for Helping Kids on the Spectrum, may be pre-ordered on Amazon.com. Visit Dr. Temple Grandin’s website at http://www.templegrandin.com.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral specializes in using contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) to nurture the unique potential of children and young adults with autism. With clinical insights and best practices refined through our decades of service to the autism community, we support more than 5,000 clients through brands that include WEAP, AST, BACA, BCI, Total Spectrum, Trellis, SPARKS, and Priorities ABA. Our team consists of more than 30 doctoral-level clinicians, 450 Board Certified Behavior Analysts®, and 4,000 behavior technicians who share a common mission: to find success for every child in our care.

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Cheers. Signature wines and spirits tasting from Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits added to Golf Tournament to support the Hart Speech Foundation set for Monday, October 11.

You may not golf, but there is another way to support the 10th Annual Hart Speech Foundation Golf Tournament, which is scheduled for Monday, October 11 and held at the Pinehills Golf Club, Plymouth, Massachusetts.

There is a dinner only option for non-golfers. Dinner only cost is $65.

Cheers. A spirits tasting has been added to the post-golf tournament celebration dinner. The whiskey tasting will include Gray Whale Gin, Redemption Whiskeys, Bib & Tucker 6 year Bourbon, and Masterson’s 10 year Rye.

Additionally, several autographed Magnum bottles by Joseph Carr, founder of Josh Cellars as well as an extensive wine collection have been added to the raffle.  Complimentary wine from Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits will be served with dinner. The post-golf tournament celebration dinner starts at 4:00 pm with cocktails (cash bar); and a 5:00 pm award dinner, raffle, silent auction. 

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.

Don Hart, founder of the nonprofit, noted, “We are delighted to add a new element to the golf tournament.  We encourage the community to celebrate our good fortune and help those in need.”

This year’s event will be “live” and “in person” this year.  Golfers and non-golfers are encouraged to participate.

The venue for this year’s tournament is Pinehills Golf Club. The bucolic expanse was 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 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.

Golf participants and Dinner Guests will be entered into a raffle to win a luxurious weekend on Nantucket.  The weekend getaway includes a two-night stay at the Nantucket Hotel, named the #1 Luxury Hotel in America by Trip Advisor, two-day Jeep rental at Affordable Rentals, two round trip tickets on the Hy-Line Cruises ferry along with certificates for dinner or lunch at several of the local restaurants.  The value of this prize is $2500. It is also possible to donate to enter the Nantucket Weekend Contest separately, the donation amount for each chance is $50 and are available on the website. 

Tournament sponsorships are available. Auction items are welcome.

Sponsorship opportunities include:

Tournament Sponsor: $2500.00

            Dinner Sponsor:          $1500.00

            Cart Sponsor:              $1000.00

            Hole Sponsor:             $  100.00

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

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Keep your relations public. PR 101. Free webinar set for Wednesday, September 29, 9 a.m.

Jon Chesto, Boston Globe

How does your company make the headlines?  Lead off the 6 p.m. news?  Get a guest appearance on local talk radio?

News leaders will provide answers and insights during a free one-hour, webinar on the topic of “Keep your relations public. PR 101”. The complimentary webinar is set for Wednesday, September 29, 9 a.m.

Panelists will include Jon Chesto, Business Reporter, Boston Globe; Jim Borghesani, former reporter Boston Business Journal and spokesman/strategist to legalize cannabis in Massachusetts and Ed Perry, Owner/Founder, WATD-FM.  The panel will be moderated by Steve Dubin, President of PR Works.

This webinar is for business owners or those running businesses who want to leverage the power of the press.  The business community is encouraged to attend.

The event is sponsored by three leading organizations including My Pinnacle Network which hosts monthly meetings for business-to-business professionals at five locations throughout Massachusetts including Braintree, Mansfield, Needham, Pembroke, and Westborough; South Shore Networking Professionals which connects business people monthly at locations throughout the South Shore; and Rockland Trust, offering a wide range of banking, investment, and insurance services to businesses and individuals through retail branches, commercial lending offices, investment management offices, and residential lending centers located in Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, as well as through online, mobile and phone banking.

Please RSVP for the event at https://rb.gy/eys25n.  Or contact My Pinnacle Network, SDubin@PRWorkZOne.com, 781-582-1061.

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Old Colony Elder Services Appoints New HR Director

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County and surrounding towns, has appointed Rob Buckel-Gillis as Human Resources Director.

Buckel-Gillis will oversee all aspects of OCES’ Human Resources department and report directly to Anna Dee, Chief Operating Officer. Previously, Buckel-Gillis served as Employee Relations Manager at The MENTOR Network for more than two years. Prior to that he was the Human Resources Director for Cambridge-based lighting company, Aetna Corp.

Buckel-Gillis received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana in Lafayette and a Master of Social Work from Tulane University, New Orleans, LA. He also holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Management from Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH. Buckel-Gillis is a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and also a member of SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management).

Rob Buckel-Gillis
PHOTO CREDIT: Logan Pratt Photography

A native of New Orleans, Buckel-Gillis moved to the Boston metro area in 2004 and is currently a resident of Scituate, MA.

In his free time Buckel-Gillis is involved in community theaters throughout the South Shore, including True Rep Theatre of Pembroke, Hingham Civic Music Theatre and Cohasset Drama Club.

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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