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BCI Announces “Halloween Full of Pieces” Autism Friendly Event October 28th

Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a company of behavioral clinicians specializing in the care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) throughout Central Massachusetts, is proud to sponsor the second annual “Halloween Full of Pieces” autism-friendly Halloween party which will be held on October 28, 2018 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Knights of Columbus, 91 Manville Street, Leicester, MA. This event is open to the public.

Hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 4528, this special event is a sensory-friendly and safe trick or treating experience for children with ASD. BCI’s Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapists will assist in the event alongside the Knights and staff volunteers.

The event will feature a haunted house, sensory-friendly activities, face painting and more.

There is no cost to attend “Halloween Full of Pieces” party and children may wear costumes if they wish.

“From all the scary decorations, lights and sounds to sensory issues with costume clothing fabric and accessories, Halloween can be an especially tricky time for children and families with autism,” explained Sally Burke, a Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at BCI.

Below, Burke offers five tips to help families with autism celebrate Halloween:

1. If you think your child would like to (and can tolerate) wearing a costume, have him/her practice wearing it for short intervals while playing in the days/weeks prior to Halloween.

2. A visual social story or a book that discusses the topic of Halloween and what to expect prior to the event can be extremely helpful. Review it often in the days leading up to Halloween.

3. Practice trick or treating with a family member or neighbor you know well. Whether you and your child gets to one house or quite a few on Halloween, be sure to praise them for a job well done.

4. Plan your trick or treating route. Consider skipping homes with lots of lights, sounds and scary decorations.

5. Remember, staying home and passing out treats may be just as much fun for your child as going out, so don’t rule out the option.

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 http://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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Rodman CPAs Hires Two for their Emerging Business Department

Alena Sharamet and Debbie Dion

Rodman CPAs of Waltham, MA, a full-service tax and accounting firm serving small and mid-sized businesses throughout the greater Boston area, has hired two new team members for their Emerging Business department.

Debbie Dion, a resident of Methuen, MA, has been hired as an Accountant for Rodman CPAs’ Emerging Business department. In her new role, she will be responsible for client accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and month-end close. For more than 12 years previous to Rodman CPAs, Dion was an accountant at Mainstream Global of Lawrence, MA. She also has 14 years of experience as an office manager. Dion majored in social work at Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill, MA and later completed accounting and bookkeeping coursework there as well. In her free time, she is an active volunteer at Granite United Church of Salem, NH.

Alena Sharamet, a resident of Waltham, MA, has joined Rodman CPA’s Emerging Business department as Senior Associate. Sharamet provides financial statement review/preparation and bookkeeping for corporate clients across a range of industries. Previously, she was a General Ledger Accountant at Boston Medical Center HealthNet Plan based in Boston for more than two years. Her experience includes working as an accountant at a bank as well as at another CPA firm. Sharamet, who is a native of Russia, holds a Master’s degree in economics from Saratov State University in Russia, as well as a Master’s degree in Accounting from Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, MA.

About Rodman CPAs

Rodman CPAs provides tax advisory, accounting, and business strategy to small and mid-sized emerging and established businesses. Named one of the largest accounting firms in Massachusetts by the Boston Business Journal, Rodman CPAs offers an innovative and strategic approach with the personal touch of a smaller regional CPA firm. For more than 50 years, Rodman CPAs has been specializing in customized accounting and tax solutions that improve business performance, processes, financial operations, and information technology.

The firm serves as a true business partner, helping clients perform and succeed during each stage of the business lifecycle. As domain experts in alternative energy, the “Green Team” at Rodman CPAs works with renewable energy producers and businesses throughout the U.S. offering tax advisory, financial, accounting services, and Investment Tax Credit (ITC) studies.

Rodman CPAs is an independent member firm of BDO Alliance USA, which enables them to expand services to clients by accessing the resources of BDO USA, LLP and other Alliance members, ensuring greater flexibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. For more information, visit http://www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.

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Talking Information Center Celebrates 40 Years with Anniversary Gala on November 1st

Talking Information CenterServing listeners for four decades, Talking Information Center (TIC), the non-profit reading service broadcasting 24-hours a day to thousands of visually impaired and otherwise print impaired listeners throughout the state, is celebrating their milestone with an elaborate 40th Anniversary Gala on Thursday, November 1, 2018.

The gala, which starts at 6:30 p.m., will be held at Granite Links Golf Club, 100 Quarry Hills Drive, Quincy. The gala is TIC’s major fundraiser for the year and all proceeds directly benefit TIC, which serves the listening needs of thousands of visually impaired and otherwise disabled listeners throughout Massachusetts.

TIC will be honoring Ed Perry, founder of TIC and owner of WATD-FM in Marshfield, MA, for his many years of dedicated service to the community. In 1977, Perry donated his Subsidiary Carrier Authorization signal for use as the first radio reading service in New England.

Sinead Kane, an internationally known visually impaired athlete, lawyer, and inspirational speaker from Ireland, will be the keynote speaker.

Guests will enjoy a three-course meal, as well as live and silent auctions. Esplanade Travel generously donated the featured live auction item, which is a 10 Day Trip for Two to Australia. Other auction items include a round of golf at Old Sandwich Country Club (includes caddies and lunch), a home cooked lobster boil with all the fixings for up to 12 guests, Red Sox tickets, two tickets to see Andrea Bocelli perform in Boston on December 15th, a house cleaning service, and signed Ringo Starr Drumsticks.

Sponsors of the gala include Tiny & Sons Auto Glass, Joe McDonald Plymouth County Sheriff, Anonymous, VERC, Bond Printing & Marketing, and Esplanade Travel.

“TIC has been an important service for over 30,000 listeners across the state of Massachusetts for 40 years,” said Anna Dunbar, Executive Director. “We are very grateful to all who have generously supported TIC over the years, enabling us to carry out our vital mission.”

TIC provides human voiced broadcasts of local news, magazines, books and items of interest throughout Massachusetts to promote accessibility, independence, and enrich quality of life. As of September, TIC offers 255 unique programs in-house every week, which includes cultural programming such as old-time radio drama, theater, and poetry. TIC also broadcasts conferences and events presented by local non-profits and state agencies so that individuals unable to attend the events due to accessibility, transportation or financial issues, can still have access to the information presented. All services and programming provided by TIC are free.

Support TIC through Sponsorship or Auction Item Donation

To donate an auction item or to sponsor this event, contact Anna Dunbar at TIC at 781-834-4400 or adunbar@ticnetwork.org.

To purchase tickets to the 40th Anniversary Gala or to make a general donation to TIC, visit www.ticnetwork.org.

The Hub of the Massachusetts Reading Network

Based in Marshfield, MA, TIC is a proud member of the International Association of Audible Information Services (IAAIS), and is the hub of the Massachusetts Reading Network, broadcasting to all of Massachusetts as well as southern New Hampshire and Connecticut. The non-profit reading service operates with the help of more than 500 volunteers statewide, broadcasting newspapers, magazines, books, special consumer information, medical and stock market updates, jobs, sports, supermarket specials, voting guides, community newspapers, and television programs. TIC also offers cultural programming such as old-time radio drama, theater, and poetry. TIC’s newest programming includes the Radio and Podcast Players and Veterans Voice.

TIC programming may be accessed several ways: via live audio stream at http://www.ticnetwork.org; by utilizing a specially tuned radio receiver; through AudioNow by calling 712-832-7025 from a home or cell phone; or by smartphone app. Listeners with smartphones may download the free TIC app by typing “Talking Information Center” in Apple or in the Google Play store for Android devices.

In 1977, Ed Perry, the founder of radio station WATD-FM in Marshfield, MA, donated his Subsidiary Carrier Authorization signal for use as the first radio reading service in New England. Operating similarly to other broadcast networks, TIC has affiliates throughout the state of Massachusetts that provide inserts of local news and information that is of interest to listeners in their area. The Executive Office of Elder Affairs oversees TIC, which is located at 130 Enterprise Drive, Marshfield, MA 02050. For more information visit www.ticnetwork.org or call (781) 834-4400.

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Announces New Staff

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, a growing fast casual dining establishment and wholesale bagel supplier, announces new staff members at their Manchester café at 1540A Pleasant Valley Road.

Jana Lee and Azaria Calloway, both Manchester residents, have been hired as counter staff at the Plaza at Buckland Hills location. For four years previous to joining Between Rounds, Lee was a cashier and sales clerk at Once Upon A Child in Manchester. Calloway previously served as an associate trainer for two years at Panera Bread, where she was recognized “Associate of the Quarter”. Calloway is currently studying criminal justice at American Intercontinental University and used to volunteer for Literacy Volunteers of Greater Hartford.

Between Rounds co-founder Jerry Puiia already appointed a new baker for the Manchester location and the hiring will continue as he expands the counter staff team.  The café was completely remodeled earlier this year, and now boasts upscale décor and an improved floor plan that facilitates quicker service and enhances the customer’s overall experience.

“Jana and Azaria have plenty of sales experience, and are friendly and customer-oriented – which is exactly what we look for in our team members. We’re pleased to welcome them to our team,” said Puiia.

Those interested in employment opportunities may stop by Between Rounds Manchester location or complete an employment application online at http://betweenroundsbagels.com/careers/.

About Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café

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

Between Rounds is also a wholesale bagel supplier to many independent grocers throughout the region. Between Rounds signature bagels are delivered to grocers fully baked so no additional labor is required of the bakery department.

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

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Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield Receives $10,000 Targeted Grant

Grant from Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation will support after-school health, wellness, and life skills for adolescent girls in Plymouth County.

The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield, a youth development organization, has received a $10,000 Targeted Grant from Eastern Bank, America’s oldest and largest mutual bank.

The grant will support The Boys and Girls Club “SMART Girls” program for their entire female population. SMART Girls is one the Boys and Girls Clubs’ top programs, and is a targeted curriculum that ensures girls get the right information and the right support at the right age. Separate modules are tailored to three age groups. The interactive, engaging, small-group sessions engender trust and positive self-image, while teaching good decision making regarding personal health, wellness, choices, and relationships. This program is targeted to increase young women’s positive self-esteem by providing access to female mentoring relationships, building confidence, encouraging self-advocacy, and addressing mass and social media’s influence in self-esteem and body issues. SMART Girls gives girls the space, support and tools to navigate adolescence and to emerge strong, healthy young adults.

Each year, the Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation’s Targeted Grant program supports hundreds of community-based organizations working for progress on a specific issue in Eastern’s New England footprint. In 2018, in celebration of the Bank’s 200th anniversary and to honor its first depositor, Rebecca Sutton, Targeted Grants have been designated to support organizations addressing a range of issues that disproportionately impact women, such as sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking, health care, pay equity, and senior management and board representation. The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield is among 170 nonprofits each receiving a $10,000 grant. In total, Eastern is granting $1.7 million in Targeted Grants this year to nonprofits in communities from New Hampshire to Cape Cod and throughout the South Shore, North Shore, Metro West, Merrimack Valley and Greater Boston.

“We are thrilled to partner with Eastern Bank on this important programming for adolescent girls in our community,” said Jim Bunnell, Executive Director of Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield. “It is innovative grants like these that impact how future generations will grow to be responsible and productive citizens.  Collectively Eastern Bank is helping to make great strides in empowering women in our society to reach their potential.”

Eastern’s Targeted Grant program this year creates new opportunities and resources for women in areas where assistance is needed the most. The facts are staggering:- A woman is assaulted every nine seconds in the U.S. and one in three women has been a victim of physical brutality by an intimate partner, making intimate partner violence the single greatest cause of injury to women.
– In Massachusetts, women earn 83 cents for every dollar paid to men. In New Hampshire, they earn 76 cents. African-American women nationwide earn 64 cents for every dollar earned by white men, and Latinas—only 56 cents.
– In the sciences, women represent less than 25% of those employed in computer and mathematical occupations and only 15% in architecture and engineering. For women of color, this gap is even wider. Asian women, African-American women, and Latinas make up less than 10% of working scientists and engineers in the U.S.
– Women receive more graduate degrees and they hold more faculty positions in colleges and universities, and yet, men hold the highest number of tenured university positions.
– Only 32 women run Fortune 500 companies and only two are women of color. Less than 20% of all board seats in Fortune 1,000 companies are held by women.

“We believe in breaking down the barriers that stand between people and prosperity. That’s why Eastern is a strong advocate for the advancement of women,” said Bob Rivers, Chair and CEO of Eastern Bank. “With each Targeted Grant, we aim to enhance the lives of our neighbors and contribute to real progress around the advancement of women in our local communities. On behalf of everyone at Eastern, we congratulate this year’s Targeted Grant recipients and thank them for working to level the playing field.”

For a complete list of the 2018 Targeted Grant recipients, click here.

About Eastern Bank
Founded in 1818 and celebrating its 200th anniversary in 2018, Boston-based Eastern Bank is America’s oldest and largest mutual bank, with $11 billion in assets and over 120 locations serving communities in eastern Massachusetts, southern and coastal New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Eastern provides exceptional access to fairly priced banking, investment and insurance products and services for consumers and businesses of all sizes, and for the eighth consecutive year is the #1 U.S. Small Business Administration lender in New England. Eastern Bank, which includes Eastern Wealth Management and Eastern Insurance, is known for its outspoken advocacy and community support that has exceeded more than $110 million in charitable giving since 1999. The Eastern Bank Charitable Foundation is a leader in corporate philanthropy and serves as the charitable arm of Eastern Bank. An inclusive company, Eastern employs 1,900+ deeply committed professionals who value relationships with their customers, colleagues and communities. Join us for good at www.easternbank.com and follow Eastern on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.

About Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield

The Boys and 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 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 http://marshfieldbgc.com or call 781-834-2582.

 

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Jill Marcolini Named Senior Tax Manager at Rodman CPAs

Rodman CPAs, a full-service tax and accounting firm based in Waltham, MA and serving small and mid-sized businesses throughout the greater Boston area, has appointed Jill Marcolini, CPA as Senior Tax Manager.

Marcolini, a Certified Public Accountant, has more than two decades of experience in the field of real estate and partnership accounting, and has extensive federal and multi-state income tax experience in areas that include individual, partnership, S-Corp and C-Corp entities. In her new role as Senior Tax Manager at Rodman CPAs, Marcolini will provide strategic tax planning for individual and business entity clients. Her specialty is real estate partnerships.

Marcolini’s experience previous to Rodman CPAs includes serving as Tax Manager at Novogradac & Company LLP of Boston and as Tax Manager at Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP in Canton. She graduated magna cum laude from University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a BBA in Accounting.

She is a member of American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA).

About Rodman CPAs

Rodman CPAs provides tax advisory, accounting, and business strategy to small and mid-sized emerging and established businesses.  Named one of the largest accounting firms in Massachusetts by the Boston Business Journal, Rodman CPAs offers an innovative and strategic approach with the personal touch of a smaller regional CPA firm. For more than 50 years, Rodman CPAs has been specializing in customized accounting and tax solutions that improve business performance, processes, financial operations, and information technology.

The firm serves as a true business partner, helping clients perform and succeed during each stage of the business lifecycle. As domain experts in alternative energy, the “Green Team” at Rodman CPAs works with renewable energy producers and businesses throughout the U.S. offering tax advisory, financial, accounting services, and Investment Tax Credit (ITC) studies.

Rodman CPAs is an independent member firm of BDO Alliance USA, which enables them to expand services to clients by accessing the resources of BDO USA, LLP and other Alliance members, ensuring greater flexibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. For more information, visit http://www.rodmancpa.comor contact (617) 965-5959.

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Emerson Bearing Boston Announces Expanded Oil Seal Line

Emerson Bearing Boston, a bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) markets around the world, announces an expanded line of Oil Seals, specifically, Bearing Isolators.

Emerson Bearing’s expanded line includes Garlock brand isolator-style oil seals, which areavailable in metal and non-metal materials, feature a single-piece design, and do not place excessive stress on shafts. Isolator-style oil seals provide an ideal solution for severe applicationsand are easier to install than inch measurement oil seals and metric oil seals.

Steve Katz, president of Emerson Bearing explained, “Essentially, oil seals close the spaces between stationary and moving parts in order to reduce the risk of lubricant release. They are used in various manufacturing applications, including those found in automotive manufacturing, engine manufacturing, off-highway jobs, oil refineries, and power transmission.”

Oil seals are critical components that help keep equipment from breaking down, and allow production equipment to better withstand severe environments. Oil seals help ensure consistent, reliable operation without the risk of damage from leaks.

Isolator-style oil seals provide outstanding protection, including high abrasion resistance as well as excellent chemical temperature resistance.For example, Isolators may be used to provide electric motor bearings with an extra layer of protection against contaminants.

Katz continued, “With the wide range of oil seals available on the market, our bearing team can provide the expert guidance needed when searching for the ideal oil seal. No matter how unusual or complex the application, Emerson Bearing will find a solution for the customer’s exact needs.”

For more information, visit the Product Catalog available at Emersonbearing.com or call 800-225-4587.

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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Seeing mom and dad at the holidays?  Good time to assess their wellness.

Concerned about loved ones as they age? The holidays are often a time for happy reunions with aging parents, in-laws, aunts and uncles who you haven’t seen in months or perhaps even years.

A free, objective and informational seminar will provide some insight on what to look for and how to have meaningful conversations about aging choices will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the education and training center of FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, 109 Highland Avenue, Suite 301, Needham, MA  02494. There is ample, free parking both in the front and rear of the office building. Complimentary refreshments will be served.

The educational session will be led by Wendy Adlerstein, LSW, who has more than 20 years experience in working with seniors. She holds a B.A. from Clark University, in Psychology with a concentration in Sociology and Human Services. In addition to her Massachusetts License in Social Work, Wendy holds a Certificate in Gerontology from the Worcester Consortium Gerontology Program.

She is a member of the Aging Life Care Association (ALCA), formerly the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers.  Finally, Wendy is a Certified Dementia Practitioner® in good standing from the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.

A holiday visit is the perfect time to assess how your loved one is doing because you are able to look for visual clues indicating signs of decline that you would not be able to glean through a telephone call.

The seminar will outline the 10 signs to watch for. This interactive presentation also encourages participants to ask questions and provide their own anecdotes.

A single, isolated sign doesn’t necessarily mean your loved one is in trouble. Sometimes you can just feel a change in a person even if you can’t articulate it. If there are numerous signs and you believe that your loved one may be having difficulty, you need to address it with your loved one and other close family members.

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://goo.gl/nZGS3F.

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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OCES Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Belair Supportive Housing Program

L to R: Susan Willis, ASAP Programs Director, OCES; Liz Weiner, Housing Programs Manager, OCES; Melany Carvalho, Supportive Housing Specialist, OCES; Paulina Sliwinski Human Resources Manager, Geriatric Home Health Care; Ron Dimarzio, Residential Service Coordinator, Brockton Area Multi Service, Inc. (BAMSI)

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County and surrounding communities, celebrated the 10th anniversary of providing supportive services to the residents of Brockton Housing Authority’s Belair Towers complex.

“The partnership between Brockton Housing Authority and OCES is designed to create a community environment that allows residents to age in place,” explained Elizabeth Weiner, Housing Programs Manager at OCES. “The goal of Supportive Housing is to integrate community resources, information, and services for the individuals that reside at a particular local housing authority site, such as the Belair Towers complex.”

OCES has been successfully operating supportive housing programs such as the one that runs at Belair Towers, for over a decade. The agency works with housing entities throughout the greater Plymouth county area to support both residents and housing management.

How the Supportive Housing Program Works

OCES’ Supportive Housing Specialist conducts an assessment to determine the specific needs of every new resident at a supportive housing site. All residents at a supportive housing site are eligible for information and referral services, medication reminders, safety checks and social or educational programs. Depending on eligibility, many other services are available as well. OCES has a direct service worker onsite seven days a week, who is available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., which ensures that residents have someone on hand to assist them.

OCES is always looking to incorporate new educational and recreational events onsite and encourages intergenerational ideas.

“We want to work with all housing entities throughout our area to support housing management and residents,” said Weiner. “Our focus is on enriching the lives of our supportive housing residents, and on making aging in place healthy, safe, and wonderful.”

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

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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