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Technology for Seniors. Senior Service professionals welcome to plug in to June 13 event at Brookdale Quincy Bay.

At a time when seniors might reap the many benefits of the Internet and technology to keep in touch with grandchildren, classmates and long-time friends, they are often leery of the new electronic landscape. From computers to smartphones to smart speakers, seniors can get overwhelmed.

In response to that concern, Brookdale Quincy Bay located at 99 Brackett Street, Quincy, MA 02169, is hosting a complimentary and informational presentation on “Technology for Seniors”.  Targeted to professionals who work directly in the senior care industry, Kevin Martin of Nerds to Go will explore how to stay safe on the Internet and enjoy some of the key components and resources. 

The event is sponsored by Seniors First, an organization that offers educational and objective seminars to the senior community.  The discussion will be moderated by George Downey, founder of Seniors First.

 “The Internet offers a boundless amount of useful and interesting information and access to the world,” noted Joan Reid, Business Development Coordinator, Brookdale Quincy Bay.  “Unfortunately technology is also a daunting new landscape to many seniors. This presentation is intended to outline both the  security and scope of technology.”

The free event is scheduled for Thursday, June 13from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and will include light refreshments and networking. To reserve, please contact Joan Reid at 857-403-1311.

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“Politics and the artwork of Joe Stern”, a reception and lecture at Cabot Park Village in Newton, MA.

For more than four decades, from the 1920s through the 1960s, Joe Stern’s artwork commented on some of the most iconic historical figures that shaped our world.
Joe Stern was the Boston Herald editorial cartoonist (and Pulitzer Prize nominee) and many of his original works will be exhibited on Tuesday, May 21 from 3pm to 4.30pm at Cabot Park Village, a Benchmark senior living community in Newton, MA. The public is encouraged to view the exhibit and the event is free.

A number of Stern’s originals are in the Harry S. Truman Library and in the archives of Lyndon B. Johnson and John F. Kennedy. Stern was friends with politicians, educators, business leaders, and sports figures, many of whom had his original drawings hanging in their homes.

The program is supported by FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston. Steve Stern, President & Owner, is a Grandson of Joe Stern and his family has preserved many of the original editorial cartoons. Dozens will be displayed at the Cabot Park Village program.

In addition to a cocktail reception, author and Suffolk University professor of political science, Robert Allison, Ph.D. will give a lecture on Joe’s work and his take on the historical events of the times. Professor Allison is active in historical societies in the Boston area and has presented papers nationally and internationally. The event will be held at Cabot Park Village, 280 Newtonville Avenue, Newton, MA.

To view Joe Stern’s collection online, visit – https://www.pinterest.com/joesterncartoon/

Please RSVP to John Krol at jkrol@benchmarkquality.com or 617-415-7433.

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First Annual Massachusetts Malnutrition Awareness Week – OCES offers Awareness Clinics May 15 & 16

Did you know that according to American Journal of Nursing greater than 50 percent of adults age 65 and older are at risk for developing malnutrition? Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County, will be offering free awareness clinics during the first Massachusetts Malnutrition Awareness Week.

May is Older American’s Month, and the spotlight is on nutrition for older adults. Across the commonwealth, 76 malnutrition awareness clinics and events will be conducted between May 13-17, 2019.

Malnutrition is not the same as being underweight and can affect those who are overweight as well. Malnutrition can increase one’s risk of infection, falls, and wounds as well as decrease one’s quality of life. 

OCES invites older adults to participate in a free malnutrition awareness clinic. The clinics will be conducted by Barbara Nalen-Cardosa, OCES’ registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).  During the clinic, the RDN will assess malnutrition risk, provide a nutritious snack, offer healthy diet information, and answer questions. 

OCES’ malnutrition awareness clinics will be held at the following sites:

On Wednesday, May 15, 2019, from 10-11 a.m. at Belair Towers, 105 Belair Street, Brockton, MA.

On Thursday, May 16, 2019, from 10-11 a.m. at the Kingston Council on Aging, 30 Evergreen Street, Kingston, MA.

For more information about OCES’ malnutrition awareness clinics, contact OCES at 508-584-1561.

The Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA), Massachusetts’ Elderly Nutrition Program is funded by the Older American’s Act and state funding.  Over nine million meals are provided to approximately 75,000 seniors in order to improve nutrition, reduce hunger, and promote socialization.  Over 7,000 volunteers contribute approximately 450,000 hours yearly.

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 26 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and people with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency offers a number of programs to serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.

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Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield Appoints New Athletics Coordinator

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield, a youth development organization providing programs and services to children and families throughout the greater South Shore community, has appointed Lacey Pustizzi, a former professional field hockey player, as Athletics Coordinator.

In her new role as Athletics Coordinator, Pustizzi oversees sports and athletics for all ages, from Kindergarten to high school, at the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield. Pustizzi is responsible for implementing and managing travel teams, intramural leagues, and the Open Gym program as well as further expanding the Club’s athletics programming. She runs a variety of different sports teams at the Club – from lacrosse, field hockey and floor hockey, to football and baseball – complete with house roster and rankings.

Pustizzi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing from Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY. After graduation in 2002, she was appointed Assistant Field Hockey Coach at Colgate University in Hamilton, NY and went on to become Assistant Field Hockey Coach at Yale University in New Haven, CT followed by Graduate Assistant Field Hockey Coach at Lock Haven University in Lock Haven, PA. Pustizzi has also served as Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA; Head Women’s Field Hockey/Assistant Lacrosse Coach at Roanoke College in Salem, VA; and Assistant Field Hockey Coach at Towson University, Towson, MD.

As a professional field hockey player, Pustizzi was goalkeeper for Black Boys Hockey Club in Geneva, Switzerland, where she competed in the championship game of the Swiss Cup in 2013. Upon returning to the U.S., she was Assistant Field Hockey Coach at Boston University for over a year.

Pustizzi is on the Board of Directors and also serves as Marketing and Public Relations Manager for North East Premier League Inc. (NEPL), a nonprofit organization which provides a competitive post-collegiate field hockey league in Boston. Pustizzi was instrumental in starting the league in 2013 and helped to create the national tournament.

For the past five years, Pustizzi has worked as Multimedia & Member Services Coordinator at Kingsbury Club & Spa in Kingston, MA.

She is a native and resident of Hingham, MA.

“We’re very fortunate to have Lacey on board leading our athletic program,” said Jim Bunnell, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield. “We’d like to develop leagues with other Boys & Girls Clubs, as well as expand beyond team sports to include a number of fun fitness programs. Lacey is a renowned coach who has the knowledge and experience to take our Club’s athletics programming to the next level.”

Afterschool & Enrichment Programming

Afterschool programming is led by the Club’s team of program directors and encompasses many areas including: Career Development; Character & Leadership; Creativity Through the Arts; Education Enrichment Programming; Family Programming; Sports, Fitness & Recreation; Health & Life Skills; Learning Center; Programming for Children with Development Disabilities; and Technology. Tutors and instructors help children with their homework in the Club’s learning center, and there is a computer center for STEAM and STEM programming.

In addition to the afterschool program, the Club also offers a number of fun enrichment programs to youth and teens, which are open to members and non-members alike.

About Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield

The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield (the Club) is a youth development organization providing programs and services to children and families throughout the greater South Shore community. The Club’s mission is to enable and inspire all young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens as well as become tomorrow’s capable leaders. The Club provides programming opportunities in the Boys & Girls Club of America’s (BGCA) five core areas including leadership, education, health, arts, and fitness.  

Currently, the Club serves hundreds of families with children ranging in age from 6 to 18 years old, providing afterschool, vacation week and summer programs, as well as youth athletics, teen, social recreational and leadership opportunities. For more information, visit their website www.marshfieldbgc.com or call 781-834-2582.

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Emerson Bearing Boston Offers Specialty Steel Bearings for Industrial Environments

Emerson Bearing Boston, a bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) markets around the world, offers specialty steels to provide unmatched bearing performance in a variety of applications.

Emerson Bearing works with countless specialty, or alloy, steels to craft bearings that can meet the demands of nearly any industrial environment. 

Enhanced Properties, Superb Performance

Specialty steel bearings have additional alloyed materials that deliver special properties to the final product. Specialty steels are engineered to provide superior performance under specific conditions. For bearings such as roller bearings and ball bearings, specialty steels would be selected versus other bearing materials to deliver properties that can best withstand the operating conditions the bearings will be exposed to. 

“Standard bearings are typically fabricated using chrome steel, which can be heat-treated and ground to deliver durability and high load capacity, which allows the bearings to perform well in many different applications,” explained Steve Katz, president. “However, depending on the operating conditions of the ball or roller bearing, other specialty stainless steels may offer better performance.”

The benefits of specialty steels include: High corrosion resistance; targeted resistance to high and/or low temperatures; easily fabricated; dimensional stability and strength; non-magnetic; sterile and hygienic; well-suited for special applications; lighter weight; and grease-free.

Well-Suited for Sensitive Applications

Specialty steel bearings are well-suited for sensitive applications such as those in the chemical industry, severe environments and food and beverage industry. Specialty steels, such as AISI 4440C stainless steel, are used in bearings for food processing because they can be easily cleaned and offer high corrosion resistance while maintaining durability at high and low temperatures. TC2 grease-free bearings may also be used if a lubricant-free product is more suitable for the application. 

For bearings used in chemical processing, AISI 304 stainless steel is selected due to its ability to resist acids, such as chlorine gas, dry chlorine, ammonium sulfate, caustic soda, and others. This specialty steel can be used in acidic or alkaline environments.
 

Specialty steels are well suited for bearings used in severe environments due to the high corrosion resistance, superior stability, high strength, and resistance at high and low temperatures. 

With a sourcing network that spans the globe, Emerson Bearing Boston caters to clients in these industries with a wide selection of specialty steel bearings.

Katz continued, “Where standard bearings may fail, specialty steels offer unmatched performance in a variety of applications thanks to their enhanced properties. Our experts can assist in the selection of the right bearing for its specific application and requirements to ensure superior performance and avoid costly pitfalls and downtime.”

For more information, Emerson Bearing’s eBook “Bearings for Use in Severe Environments” is available for download at 

https://info.emersonbearing.com/lp-bearings-for-use-in-severe-environments

About Emerson Bearing Boston

Founded in 1957, Emerson Bearing Boston specializes in bearings for OEM and MRO markets throughout the world. 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 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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Economic Summit for Real Estate Agents and Networking event to be held at Fairing Way on May 15.

Where is the real estate marketing going?  What do you need to know to prosper from it?

A complimentary Economic Summit and Networking event will be held at Fairing Way, 25 Stonehaven Drive South Weymouth, MA 02190 to address the current and upcoming real estate market. Real estate agents are encouraged to attend the event set for Wednesday, May 15. Economic Summit speakers will provide insights from 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. and will be followed by cocktails, networking and tours of Fairing Way from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

In the Economic Summit for Real Estate Agents, experts will examine the following:

  • Are we experiencing a “healthy” real estate market?
  • What is causing our historical low inventory?
  • When might it end?
  • How millennials and baby-boomers impact the market
  • When will the next housing crash occur?
  • Relationship between the real estate market and the national economy
  • Is there a reason for optimism?

Economic Summit speakers will include John Broderick,  Eastern Bank Director of Mortgage Banking and Elected 2019 Chair of The Massachusetts Mortgage Bankers Association (MMBA) and Timothy J. van der Veen, founder and director of van der Veen Law, an established and respected Massachusetts real estate firm representing buyers, sellers, banks and developers in residential and commercial transactions.

Fairing Way is a 55+ independent living retirement community located within the intergenerational community of Union Point, and is located at 25 Stonehaven Drive,  South Weymouth, MA 02190. Information about opportunities to move to Fairing Way will also be presented at the seminar.

Although the Economic Summit is a free event, attendance is limited, and reservations are required.  Please RSVP for yourself and a guest by calling (781) 660-5021.

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“What’s in your Grandma’s Jewelry Box?” Free Needham-based workshop outlines the value of bling.

What is that heirloom broach worth?  Or those earrings that have been passed down from generation to generation.

Aimee Berrent, Appraiser and Jewelry Consultant, will lead a free workshop exploring “What’s in your Grandma’s Jewelry Box” on Wednesday, May 22, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at FirstLight Homecare, 109 – 123 Highland Avenue, Suite 301, Needham, MA  02494 (directly across from Panera Bread and between TD Bank and Petco).

Aimee M. Berrent, owner of A Matter of Brilliance, has been in the jewelry business for over 25 years.  A Graduate Gemologist, Ms. Berrent took courses in appraisals, diamonds, diamond grading, color stones, color stone grading, pearls, and restringing from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) in California.  In order to make sure she offers the most accurate and up-to-date appraisals, Aimee is constantly learning about advanced diamond grading and colored stone grading in ongoing education courses.

Knowing what your valuables are worth is always a sensible thing to do, being it your jewelry, watches or sterling silver. This is why it’s important to keep your appraisals up to date, especially given the continuing rise in the gold and gemstone markets.

How much is mom’s diamond brooch worth? Can you share inherited jewelry equitably? Are you giving jewelry as a gift to a family member, or someone else?

This interactive presentation encourages participants to ask questions and provide their own anecdotes.

About FirstLight Home Care

FirstLight Home Care is a leading provider of non-medical home care, helping individuals in more than 30 states achieve the quality of life they deserve. The company has set a new standard in home care by creating an unmatched Culture of Care that drives industry-leading client and employee satisfaction. FirstLight is a lifeline not only for seniors, but for people recovering from illness, injury or surgery; adults with disabilities; and anyone over the age of 18 who needs extra assistance. Care can be provided at private residences, as well as independent and assisted living communities.

To RSVP, please visit https://bit.ly/2IF5YUY.

For additional information, please contact FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, (781) 559-0220, https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/home-healthcare-west-suburban-boston/contact/

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Behavioral Concepts Names New Director of Southeast Programs

Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a company of behavioral clinicians specializing in the care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Massachusetts, has promoted Tracy Miele, M.A., BCBA, LABA to Director of Southeast Programs. She is a resident of Uxbridge, MA.

BCI is meeting the need for Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) providers in Southeastern Mass., by providing specialty Early Intervention ABA services to families throughout the area. 

Miele has been an integral part of the BCI team for six years. She joined BCI as an ABA Therapist and was promoted to a Lead Therapist while she was undergoing her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis at Ball State University. Upon graduating, she became a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Licensed Applied Behavior Analyst (LABA) and began working as a Behavior Analyst with a variety of cases in the center, home, and community. She held this position for two years before being promoted to Director of Southeast Programs.

In her new role, Miele oversees Early Intervention and insurance-funded home services for children ages three and under in the greater Milford, Taunton and Brockton areas. She is the direct supervisor of all the BCBAs in the region. Miele also oversees BCI’s Social Skills Group for clients which runs at the Hockomock Area YMCA in Franklin, MA.

Miele is involved in many committees, events, and focus groups at BCI including the Staff Recognition Group and the 5K Committee.

Early Intervention & Social Skills

BCI’s Early Intervention services are designed to assist infants and toddlers (birth to age three) in making significant strides in their development, and are evidence-based, tailored to their needs, and usually provided in the home or day care center. BCI is a partner agency that receives Early Intervention referrals from the Department of Public Health for children under age three with a diagnosis Autism Spectrum Disorder. BCI accepts most major insurance plans operating throughout Massachusetts as well as Mass Health.

BCI’s Social Skills group helps children diagnosed with ASD develop the social skills they need to navigate relationships by providing instruction, guidance, and support for the children’s unique social, behavioral, sensory and communication needs.

To learn more about BCI’s services, visit  https://bciaba.com.

About BCI

Behavioral Concepts (BCI) provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with autism and their families in central Massachusetts. We identify and facilitate effective personalized instruction that allows children to discover more, learn more, and be more – increasing their independence and enhancing their quality of life at home, in school, and in the community. BCI is a Massachusetts Department of Public Health approved provider of specialty ABA services for early intervention. BCI also provides center, home-based, and afterschool services through private and public health insurance. The organization was founded in 2002 by Dr. Jeffrey R. Robinson. Further information on BCI is available at https://bciaba.com.

BCI is part of the LEARN Behavioral family of companies, a national organization dedicated to helping all children succeed in school and life. Learn more at http://learnitsystems.com.

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Run/Walk for Meals on Wheels on April 28th. Kingston 5K raises funds for Nutrition program for seniors in greater Plymouth County area

The 4th Annual Moving Heels for Meals on Wheels 5K Road Race/Walk will be held Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 9 a.m. at Silver Lake Regional High School in Kingston, MA.

It is time to spring into action! Gather friends, family, and co-workers to enjoy this family fun 5K that will include free kid friendly activities hosted by Old Colony YMCA Camp Clark all while raising funds for a good cause. Whether you participate as part of a team or as an individual runner/walker, you’ll help raise funds to support Old Colony Elder Services’ (OCES) vital Nutrition program. 

OCES would like to thank all race sponsors, in particular their Platinum Heel sponsors MountainOne, Geriatric Home Healthcare and their Golden Heel sponsor Anodyne. OCES delivers 1,600 nutritious meals a day to older adults and individuals with disabilities living within 23 communities in greater Plymouth County. All meals are planned by a nutritionist, and with the help of hundreds of volunteers, are delivered either to individual homes or to Community Dining Sites, which provide older adults opportunities for social interaction.  

The cost of one registration for the 5K Road Race/Walk helps cover the cost of one individual receiving a daily meal for almost a week.

“Last year, we raised $11,000 for our Nutrition program with the Moving Heels for Meals on Wheels 5K, and our goal is to exceed that amount this year,” said Nicole Long, CEO. “Team OCES is looking forward to a great race!”

About the Race 

The family-friendly race begins at 9:00 a.m. at Silver Lake Regional High School, 260 Pembroke Street in Kingston, MA 02364. Online registration for the Moving Heels for Meals on Wheels 5K is $25 for adults; $20 for students age 11-18; $15 for children (age 10 and under) and children in carriages ride free. 

To register for the 5K, visit www.ocesma.org/5k. All participants who register by April 16th will receive a race T-shirt.

Unable to participate in the race but still want to support OCES’ Nutrition program? You can make an online donation, visit www.ocesma.org/5k.

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 26 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES’ mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and people with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living. The agency offers a number of programs to serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.

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