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Isaiah Brown joins Johnson Brunetti

FRANKLIN, MA, NEEDHAM, MA, NORWELL, MA and WOBURN, MA..

photo of Isaiah Brown, Johnson Brunetti client relationship coordinator

Johnson Brunetti, an independent retirement and investment specialist firm, founded in 2003, recently announced the addition of Isaiah Brown as a client relationship coordinator.

In this role, Brown coordinates workshops and events, supports clients, and serves as a liaison between advisors and clients.

“Isaiah has a knack for managing multiple project simultaneously without a drop in the quality of service,” said Linda Walter, Regional Operations Manager. “He has an affable way about him that gives both clients and co-workers the confidence that everything is under control. He’s has been a welcome addition to our team.”

Brown attended the University of Arkansas and earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing with a focus in business analytics.

“It’s a real tight-knit group here at Johnson Brunetti and I love how we work collaboratively with clients and on projects. As someone who’s relatively new to the financial services industry, it’s reassuring that if I have a question, I can go to just about anybody in the firm and get some help,” said Brown.

A native of Arkansas, Brown resides in Brighton with his girlfriend Rachell. In his spare time, he’s a soccer referee, officiating for high school and college matches across southeastern Massachusetts. An outdoorsman, he also enjoys exploring his new home state, particularly the western and southeastern parts of the state.

About Johnson Brunetti

Johnson Brunetti is a local retirement planning firm with offices in Needham, Franklin, Norwell, and Woburn, MA. Johnson Brunetti provides the financial guidance and service that retirees and those planning for retirement need as they strive to achieve financial independence. To learn more about Johnson Brunetti and its services, call 800-208-7233 or visit www.JohnsonBrunetti.com.

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Johnson Brunetti names Max Gordon as community liaison

of Max Gordon, the community liaison for Johnson Brunetti

FRANKLIN, MA, NEEDHAM, MA, NORWELL, MA and WOBURN, MA..

Johnson Brunetti, an independent retirement and investment specialist firm, founded in 2003, recently named Max Gordon as community liaison. Gordon will take on this role in addition to his duties as a client services specialist.

As community liaison, Gordon will coordinate with non-profit and charitable organizations to arrange volunteer opportunities for Johnson Brunetti. The firm’s employees contribute four hours of community service each quarter.

“Max has shown tremendous initiative since he joined Johnson Brunetti out of college in 2021. With the growth of our Massachusetts locations, Max stepped up to take on the community liaison role. We’re grateful to have someone of Max’s skill and passion in that role and look forward to even more rewarding community service projects for our staff,” said Linda Walter, Regional Operations Manager.

Over the past several years, Johnson Brunetti staff members—both collectively and as individuals—have performed community service for a wide range of organizations. Those include: The Make-A-Wish Foundation, Circle of Hope, The Salvation Army, Dress for Success, Wounded Warriors, and many more.

“One of the things I’ve loved about working at Johnson Brunetti is the team dynamic. Much of what we do here is a collaborative effort. The community service work we do brings our close-knit team even closer together,” said Gordon. “I’m excited to jump into this additional role and find more ways to help people in the communities we serve.”

Gordon earned a bachelor’s degree in managerial economics from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Originally from Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, he resides in the Brighton section of Boston. In his spare time, he enjoys movies, skiing, and mountain biking.

About Johnson Brunetti

Johnson Brunetti is a local retirement planning firm with offices in Needham, Franklin, Norwell, and Woburn, MA. Johnson Brunetti provides the financial guidance and service that retirees and those planning for retirement need as they strive to achieve financial independence. To learn more about Johnson Brunetti and its services, call 800-208-7233 or visit www.JohnsonBrunetti.com.

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A Welcoming Place for Kids to Get Active – Trellis Services Teams Up with Bowleys Athletic for a Fun Day on the Field

BOWLEYS QUARTERS, FOREST HILL, NOTTINGHAM, TIMONIUM, MD… More than 20 children and their families learned new skills and had fun on the field at a free soccer clinic presented by Bowleys Athletic Club and Trellis Services. 

Trellis Services, Maryland’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 1-10 years old, teamed up with Bowleys Athletic to provide one-hour soccer sessions for their ABA families.

Trellis families brought their children to Maryvale Preparatory School in Lutherville, where Bowleys Athletic players and coaches held a private soccer camp for children aged 4 years old and under, as well as for children aged 5-8 years old. The kids practiced soccer basics such as dribbling and passing while learning these new skills at their own pace. The event provided an opportunity for the kids to play together with coaching support from Bowleys Athletic soccer club players.

“Teamwork is at the heart of what Trellis and Bowleys Athletic believes in,” said Suzanne Heid, Executive Regional Director of Trellis Services. “Together, we’re creating a welcoming place for kids to get active, learn new skills, and have fun.”

Austin Heid, Bowleys Athletic soccer player and Trellis Services Advanced Technician, shared, “I’m grateful to Trellis for entrusting our club, Bowleys Athletic, to run this clinic for their learners and am proud to have been able to offer this unique opportunity to the children and their families.”

The event was a huge success, and another free soccer clinic for Trellis ABA families will be announced in the spring.  

About Trellis
Trellis is a provider of LEARN Behavioral, a national leader in compassionate autism treatment. 
A leading provider of evidence-based autism services for over 20 years, Trellis is dedicated to delivering personalized, high-quality ABA therapy. Trellis has Learning Centers in Forest Hill, Nottingham, and Timonium, MD.

Trellis provides in-home and center-based ABA therapy, diagnostic services for autism, speech and occupational therapy, and Social Skills Programs for children ages 2 to 6. 

There is no waitlist. Flexible treatment hours are available after school and in the evenings to accommodate busy family schedules.

For more information or to enroll a child, call (443) 330-7900 or visit https://trellisservices.com/locations

About LEARN Behavioral
LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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OCES Staff Supports Families in Need with Donations to Three Organizations During the Holiday Season

Left to right: Elizabeth McCarran, Cassandre Dorilas, Leslie DiAngelo, Michelle Fontes, Kristin Randall, and Zonya Williams

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA…Staff at Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, are supporting those in need of assistance by providing food, gifts and other essential items during the holiday season.

OCES staff participated in the “Adopt-a-Family” program at My Brother’s Keeper in Easton. The team purchased gifts of clothing, toys and games for five families and then volunteered onsite to wrap gifts.

To fight food insecurity in the community, OCES’ Protective Services team spearheaded a staff food drive and collected non-perishable food items, which were delivered to two food pantries – Damien’s Food Pantry in Wareham and the Charity Guild Food Pantry in Brockton. 

The Protective Services team at OCES

During the holiday season and beyond, OCES takes pride in giving back to the communities it serves. OCES encourages employee involvement through volunteering, donating or community service.

For information about My Brother’s Keeper, visit www.mybrotherskeeper.org.

For information about Damien’s Food Pantry, visit damiensfoodpantry.org.

For information about the Charity Guild Food Pantry, visit thecharityguild.org

To learn more about OCES, visit ocesma.org.

About OCES

OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024 and 2025 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing. OCES has been certified as a woman non-profit organization (W/NPO) by the Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 50 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. 

Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org

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10 Local Caregivers Honored During National Family Caregivers Month

Left to right: Michelle Kirshkaln, Marge Nutter, Mary Flanagan, Marlene McDonald, Joan Coulstring, and Kevin Sipola

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… Ten local caregivers were honored with Caregiver Appreciation Awards at a special luncheon acknowledging National Family Caregivers Month in November. The luncheon was held at Fireside Grille in Middleboro, MA.
 
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, 
recognized caregivers who were nominated by their family members and peers in celebration of their selfless work of caregiving. 
 
Caregiver Appreciation Awards were presented to:
 
Nydia Alvarez of Brockton, a dedicated caregiver and advocate for a family member:
 
Kim Benson of Bridgewater, a primary caregiver to two adults since 2011;
 
Joan Coulstring of Whitman, a primary caregiver to two young children;
 
James Doherty of Abington, a dedicated caregiver to an adult for several years; 
 
Mary Flanagan of Duxbury, a primary caregiver to a family member for five years;
 
Michelle Kirshkaln of East Bridgewater, a dedicated caregiver to a family member for four years;
 
Kim Marie Moran of Pembroke, the primary caregiver to a family member and a caregiver to a friend’s family member for several years; 
 
Marlene McDonald of Foxboro, a primary caregiver to two family members for a few years;
 
Marge Nutter of Stoughton, a dedicated caregiver to a family member for years; and 
 
Kevin Sipola of Plymouth, the primary caregiver to a family member and a speaker at OCES Caregiver Support Group meetings.
 
“It is our pleasure to honor these remarkable individuals for their steadfast dedication, extraordinary compassion and care,” said Nicole Long, CEO. “We thank everyone who nominated these special caregivers for recognition.”
 
She continued, “All caregivers have a vital role of enhancing the lives of others. OCES remains committed to supporting caregivers.”
 
Family Caregiver Support Program
Each caregiver’s situation is unique and complex. OCES has a Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP) that provides caregiver support in the creation of a personalized plan outlining available resources (including OCES programs and other community information) applicable to their caregiving situation. These resources may include caregiver support groups as well as educational workshops or programs that share techniques to help family caregivers with stress reduction, time management, goal setting, problem-solving, relaxation and more. The FCSP works with people of all ages including grandparents raising grandchildren.
 
To learn more about OCES’ Family Caregiver Support Program and to subscribe to OCES’ informative newsletter, visit ocesma.org.
 
About OCES
OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024 and 2025 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing. OCES has been certified as a woman non-profit organization (W/NPO) by the Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 50 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities. 
 
Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org

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Plymouth Menorah Lighting to Celebrate “From Darkness to Light” on December 21

Chabad of the South Shore invites the community to gather in celebration, gratitude, and light at the annual Plymouth Menorah Lighting, taking place Sunday, December 21 at 5:00 PM. This year’s event falls on the eighth and final night of Hanukkah, bringing the festival to its brightest moment.

The celebration will be held at a meaningful and historic location — the corner of Water Street and North Street, directly across from Plymouth Rock — symbolizing the rich heritage of the region and the enduring message of Hanukkah: bringing light into darkness.

Attendees can enjoy an array of traditional and festive holiday offerings, including:

  • Hanukkah treats
  • Hot drinks
  • Chocolate gelt
  • Menorah kits
  • Dreidels

The event is free and open to all, welcoming families, visitors, and community members of every background to experience the warmth and joy of Hanukkah together.

A special appearance will also be made by “Judah the Maccabi”, a lively and engaging character who brings the Chanukah story to life with interactive moments and joyful photo opportunities for children and adults alike.

“These gatherings have shown to uplift spirits and strengthen community,” said Rabbi Levi Lezell, director of Chabad of the South Shore. “And on the night we light all eight branches of the Menorah, its message feels especially powerful. After the difficult years we’ve all navigated, Chanukah calls on us to always increase light, increase kindness, and remember that even a small flame can push illimunat great darkness, even effortlessly. With hope, unity and positive perseverance, goodness ultimately prevails.”

He added, “This gathering is a reminder that even in the darkest times, we can always spread light, kindness, and community. We look forward to celebrating with the entire Plymouth community.”

For more details, please visit: SouthShoreChabad.com/Menorah.

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Mark’s Moving & Storage Launches Specialized Senior Relocation Services. Designed to Reduce Stress, Simplify Transitions, and Support Families.

Mark’s Moving & Storage, a trusted leader in relocation and logistics since 1979, today announced the launch of its enhanced Senior Relocation Services, a comprehensive, concierge-style program designed to ease the stress and uncertainty seniors and their families often experience during life transitions.

With nearly five decades of experience helping families and businesses move with confidence, Mark’s is expanding its signature “kid glove” service model to meet the unique needs of older adults who may be downsizing, transitioning to assisted living, or relocating for a new chapter in life.

“Relocating for your next chapter or to your winter getaway  can create a lot of anxiety,” said Mark Silverman, founder of Mark’s Moving & Storage. “At least the moving and storage can be removed from that concern. Our well-trained and professional crews take care of the details, the heavy lifting, and the set up.”

The new Senior Relocation Services offer a full suite of support, including:

  • Concierge planning and coordination for every phase of the move
  • Comprehensive packing and unpacking options to eliminate physical and emotional strain
  • Flexible, temperature-controlled storage for items being kept, passed down, or sold
  • Hands-on support from trained, professional crews who understand the sensitivities of senior transitions

These expanded services complement Mark’s longstanding portfolio, which includes local and long-distance residential and corporate moving, commercial on-demand warehouse storage, air freight, container shipping, record storage management, disposal services, portable storage containers, warehousing, and fire and flood remediation. All services operate from the company’s expansive campus at 111 Milk St., Westborough, MA.

Mark’s Moving & Storage has been recognized with numerous community and industry awards and proudly serves as the official mover for several nonprofit organizations, including Welcome Home, Circle of Hope, Westborough Food Pantry, and Household Goods, Inc.

For more information about Senior Relocation Services or any of the company’s offerings, visit www.MarksMoving.com or call (508) 983-6000.

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LEARN Behavioral Opens New Autism Learning Center in South Bend, IN

No Waitlist and Full-Time & Part-Time Hours for St. Joseph County Area Families

SOUTH BEND, IN… Behavior Analysis Center for Autism (BACA), provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the grand opening of its new South Bend Learning Center at 515 North Lafeyette Blvd., South Bend, IN 46601. 

BACA is South Bend’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 2-10 years. The new South Bend Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy, in-home ABA therapy, school-based ABA therapy, diagnostics, Early Intervention, and parent education. 

“We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with new families by expanding our services to St. Joseph County,” said Christina Wyse, MS, BCBA, Center Director. “We value being a part of the South Bend community and look forward to helping find success for every child in our care.” 

Key Features of the South Bend Learning Center:

  • Large facility, which includes an indoor playground for physical and social development.
  • ABA therapy, which includes a learning-rich environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.
  • Diagnostic and center-based servicesin South Bend. 
  • Group therapy and Social Skills Programs. 
  • No waitlist and full-time and part-time treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules.
  • Serving children ages 2-10 with personalized therapy plans and clinical support provided by Dr. Carl Sundberg, a nationally recognized expert in ABA.
  • Conveniently located across the street from Beacon Memorial Hospital and easily accessible via public transportation for families in the region.

The center is now enrolling clients based in Bremen, Crumstown, Granger, LaPorte, Michigan City, Mishawaka, New Carlisle, North Liberty, Osceola, Plymouth, South Bend, and Walkerton in addition to Buchanan, Niles, and St. Joseph, MI, with no waitlist and full-time and part-time treatment hours.

About BACA 

BACA is part of the LEARN Behavioral network, the nation’s leading provider of compassionate autism care. BACA provides evidence-based autism services and is dedicated to delivering personalized ABA therapy, helping children and families find success.

In addition to South Bend, BACA has a Learning Center in Elkhart, IN.

For more information or to enroll a child at the South Bend Learning Center, call (317) 288-5232 or visit https://thebaca.com/locations/south-bend/

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

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Senator Jim Banks (R-Indiana) and American Legion National Commander Dan K. Wiley call for approval of the National Conference on Ministry to the Armed Forces Plan to add 85 military Chaplains’ names to the historic Chaplains Hill monuments at Arlington National Cemetery. 

The public is encouraged to call for approval of the National Conference on Ministry to the Armed Forces (NCMAF) plan to add 85 military Chaplains’ names to the Chaplains Hill monuments at Arlington National Cemeteryproject.

Senator Jim Banks (R-Indiana)and Commander Dan K. Wiley, in partnership with the NCMAF, recently added their voices in support of the addition of the names of chaplains who died in service and to provide infrastructure improvements to the historic Chaplains Hill monuments at Arlington National Cemetery, our country’s most sacred place.

Chaplains Hill, located in Section 2 of Arlington National Cemetery features monuments dedicated to chaplains of various faith groups who have died in service to the nation. NCMAF’s effort seeks to add, at no cost to the government, the names of 85 chaplains who died in service across various conflicts such as Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War, Iraq, and Afghanistan and whose names have not been included on the Chaplains Hill monuments.

NCMAF’s 12-year-long effort to update Chaplains Hill is endorsed by many national veterans and military support organizations. In addition to the American Legion, the enhancement of the Chaplains Hill memorials has been endorsed by the Association of the US Army, the Vietnam Veterans of America, the Navy League Council of NY.

Senator Banks recently submitted a letter to Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll urging the Department of the Army to approve updates to the Chaplains’ Hill memorials at Arlington National Cemetery.

Senator Banks’ letter noted, “Military chaplains have served America’s armed forces in the barracks and on the battlefield for over 250 years. They offer strength, comfort, and hope for the men and women putting their lives on the line to defend our nation. Their steadfast devotion has supported our servicemembers in living their faith even in the most dangerous circumstances.”

Commander Wiley commented, “On behalf of our 1.5 million members, The American Legion strongly urges the immediate addition of the names of 85 war-time Chaplains killed in action to the Chaplains Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery. The delay of these additions fails to honor the sacrifices of fallen chaplains who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the nation. The American Legion remains committed to advocating for proper recognition of our nation’s heroes.”

Additionally, Rabbi and Rear Admiral Harold Robinson, a long-time champion of the effort to approve the chaplains’ memorials, added, “This effort to honor our fallen chaplains is long past due. It is time that we embrace those who have supported our troops and paid the ultimate sacrifice.” NCMAF is the umbrella organization for 150 U.S. faith groups and the professional clergy representatives who endorse Department of War and Department of Veterans Affairs chaplains. For more information about NCMAF, visit  https://www.ncmaf.com/arlington-national-cemetery

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