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Mass Bay Spine & Sport of Marshfield Launches Medical Gym

Courtney Boynton, ATC

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice in Marshfield has recently launched a new Medical Gym to help patients with health issues better manage their conditions and improve their overall health.

Located within MBSSPT’s expanded space at 506 Plain Street, the Medical Gym is designed for patients with risk factors such as diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, heart disease and other health issues who are serious about a personalized program that will help them better manage and improve their health. MBSSPT practitioners utilize exercise, behavior modification and nutrition to help patients obtain and maintain wellness. Courtney Boynton, a Certified Athletic Trainer, will oversee the Medical Gym.

Four key elements differentiate MBSSPT’s Medical Gym: all patients receive medical oversight; the practitioners communicate with the patient’s physician; patients are guided by credentialed experts in exercise physiology and kinesiology (body movement) and there is greater accountability with regard to successful outcome.

The Medical Gym offers a custom program with a limited number of memberships. There are two options for membership – a month-to-month membership or a close-guided, 12-week session membership.

“Our Medical Gym programs help patients accomplish the goals of strength, weight loss and better movement. Our equipment is functional so members won’t be overwhelmed. It’s all about engaging the entire body in good movement patterns. Our programs are affordable, and our closely-guided program, in particular, costs less than one massage per week,” explained Brendan Carman, MPT, ATC, founder.

He continued, “This isn’t your typical ‘muscle’ gym and we’re not your typical personal trainers. We design a custom program for each patient and our certified, expert Athletic Trainers provide on-going guidance which ensures a successful outcome.”

For more information, contact (781) 319-0024 or email Courtney@massbayspineandsport.com to inquire.

About MBSSPT

Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT) is an orthopedic outpatient physical therapy practice. A state-of-the-art facility owned and operated by a physical therapist, MBSSPT has earned a reputation for superior clinical care and delivery of services to South Shore community members as well as physicians from Boston to Plymouth.

The practice’s highly trained staff is committed to providing clients with an experience that will ensure their condition is resolved effectively and efficiently, while empowering them with the necessary tools and knowledge to prevent future problems and maintain optimal health. All of the practice’s physical therapists are trained to rehabilitate a variety of conditions utilizing treatment techniques that include soft tissue massage/mobilization, therapeutic and strengthening exercises, neuromuscular reeducation, gait training, patient education, and lumbar stabilization, to name a few. MBSSPT accepts Medicare, Workers’ Compensation, auto insurance, and most private insurance plans.

MBSSPT is located at 506 Plain Street in Marshfield. For more information, visit www.massbayspineandsport.com or call (781) 319-0024.

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Mattapoisett resident Shannon Francis wins The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III “Legal Eagle” Award

Shannon Francis is a certified paralegal at The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III. A Mattapoisett resident, Francis was recently selected for the firm’s Legal Eagle award, which goes to the staff member who goes above and beyond the call of duty.

HYANNIS, MA…

Your boss goes on maternity and leaves it up to you to cover for her absence in addition to your normal duties. For most people, this is a daunting task. For Shannon Francis, whose boss, Kerri Wilson, is known as the office workaholic, it’s like climbing Mount Everest. Yet her ability to capably take the place of her boss earned her The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III’s “Legal Eagle” award for the second quarter of 2013.

“It’s kind of a running joke that Kerri does the work of three people, but it’s not that far from the truth. So when she went out on maternity, we knew whomever was going to step in had to fill some large shoes. Shannon has really risen to the occasion and shown how capable she is. This will make us even stronger once Kerri returns,” said John C. Manoog III. “Shannon is most deserving of our “Legal Eagle” award for the second quarter.”

Francis began with The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III in August 2012 after graduating from Cape Cod Community College with an associate’s degree in psychology. She also earned her paralegal certification at CCCC.

“I’m very flattered by this honor. I knew it was going to be a challenge with Kerri on maternity and it has been. It’s nice to know that your efforts are recognized and appreciated,” said Francis.

Raised in Marion, Massachusetts, Francis currently resides in Mattapoisett and is an active participant in many ALS-related fundraising initiatives.

“There’s a direct correlation between the success of a law firm and how well everybody at the firm works with each other and is committed to the overall objective—a favorable result for the client. A big part of that is people stepping up when their colleagues are not available, be it for vacation, illness or maternity leave,” said Manoog. “Shannon’s efforts in Kerri’s absence is a great example of that and we are glad to have her on our team.”

About The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III 

The attorneys at The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III specialize in helping clients  recover their losses in all types of personal injury cases including automobile accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, dog bites, wrongful death, product liability, construction site accidents, as well as obtaining the benefits needed in workers compensation cases. The Firm also offers criminal defense services for clients. Initial consultation is free. The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III has two locations, 450 South Street in downtown Hyannis and 18 Main Street Extension in Plymouth center for added convenience.

For more information, visit www.manooglaw.com or call toll-free 888-262-6664.

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Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café Named 2013 Military Friendly Franchise ®

Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, the unique bakery café and bagel shop with locations in South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester and Tolland, announced it has been named a 2013 Military Friendly Franchise® by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs.

The Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café company honors military veterans by offering service members a discount on the initial franchise fee of 50 percent of the regular $65K-$95K fee (a $1.2M investment total). This allows veterans to use their background and training to launch a new civilian career.

“One in four returning service members indicate interest in owning their own business,” said Sean Collins, director for G.I. Jobs. “Franchises are a perfect fit for service members, who bring unparalleled operational skill sets and work ethic but are often unclear how to start a business.”

Being selected as a Military Friendly Franchise® places Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café in an elite group and is testimony to the company’s commitment to supporting military veterans interested in franchise opportunities.

The 2013 Military Friendly Franchises® list was compiled via a data-driven survey overseen by an advisory board of industry experts. The survey results list were independently tested by Ernst & Young based upon the weightings and methodology established by Victory Media

“We’re honored to be ranked among the top 10 percent of franchises nationwide. You could not ask for a better franchise opportunity than Between Rounds,” noted Jerry Puiia, co-owner of the franchise.

For more information about the Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café franchise opportunity, contact (860) 291-0323 or visit www.betweenroundsbagels.com.

About G.I. Jobs and Military Franchising

The full list of Military Friendly Franchises® is published each June in G.I. Jobs magazine, and on www.MilitaryFranchising.com, a web tool that helps veterans decide which franchise to choose. Additional resources are posted on the Military Friendly Franchises® Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MilitaryFranchising. G.I. Jobs (www.gijobs.com) is published 12 times per year by Victory Media, a veteran-owned business. The company also publishes The Guide to Military Friendly Schools®. For further information, contact BP Media Relations, LLC – Barbara Pflughaupt at 212-707-8181 or Barbara@bpmediarelations.com.

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

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Rodman & Rodman’s John McGovern Cites Key Role for CPAs at Bank of America SBA 504 Loan Seminar

John McGovern, CPA, ABV, CVA

John McGovern, CPA, ABV, CVA and partner at Rodman & Rodman, P.C., an independent accounting and tax firm catering to small and medium sized businesses throughout New England, shared his vast knowledge at Bank of America’s recent SBA 504 Loan Seminar held at Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy.

During the two-hour seminar, McGovern discussed the key role of the CPA in SBA 504 loans, as it relates to the depth of and the type of financial, due diligence, and personal information applicants need when applying for the loan.

McGovern reviewed the critical areas in which loan applicants can benefit from a CPA’s expertise, which included the business plan, due diligence, SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis, determining type of business entity, tax benefits and deductions, a cost segregation study, tax increment financing and financial statement terminology.

“This was an in-depth, hard-hitting seminar meant to address many of the questions asked by clients when they are considering obtaining an SBA 504 loan. Essentially, a CPA can identify, organize and provide the necessary documentation which helps to ensure that those seeking this type of additional financing, obtain it,” noted McGovern.

McGovern plays a key role in Rodman & Rodman’s audit, accounting and tax engagements, with a particular emphasis in pass-through entities such as S Corporations and Limited Liability Companies. He has over 28 years of experience in valuing privately held businesses in a number of different industries, is Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) and a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) as well as a CPA.

At the seminar, McGovern was joined by fellow experts Lisa Alberti of Bank of America, Bruce Miller of Pierce Atwood, LLP and Laurie Driscoll of SEED Corporation.

“The Bank of America SBA 504 Seminar was well-received and we’re planning to hold a second seminar in the near future,” noted McGovern.

About Rodman & Rodman P.C.

Founded in 1961 and listed in the Boston Business Journal’s “Top 50 Firms,” Rodman & Rodman, P.C. provides accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies. The Rodman & Rodman “Green Team” is a specialized green energy and clean technology accounting and tax services practice within Rodman & Rodman, P.C. that serves “green” clients throughout the U.S. The company is Green Business Certified and has been named by “Accounting Today” as one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” in 2010, 2011, and 2012. For more information, email info@rodmancpa.com, visit their website at www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.

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Old Colony Elder Services Promotes Glenda DeVincentis, LSW to MassHealth Community Programs Director

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a private, non-profit agency designated as an Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) serving seniors and individuals with disabilities throughout the greater Brockton and Plymouth county areas, has promoted Glenda DeVincentis, a Licensed Social Worker, to MassHealth Community Programs Director.

In her new role, Ms. DeVincentis will be a part of the Senior Team and report directly to the Executive Director, Diana DiGiorgi.

Previously, Ms. DeVincentis was the Senior Care Options Program Director where she was responsible for overseeing staff who provide care management for 1350 individuals enrolled in three health plans: Senior Whole Health, United Healthcare Community Plan, and Fallon Community Health Plan. Ms. DeVincentis has worked for OCES since 1989 in various roles of increasing responsibility, from Care Manager in the Home Care Program to Coordinator in the Congregate Housing Program, Care Advisor in the Family Caregiver Support Program to Senior Care Options Director.

In her new role, Ms. DeVincentis will oversee the Senior Care Options Program, the Personal Care Attendant Program and the Adult Family Care Program in tandem with the supervisors and managers of these programs. These programs seek to ensure that participants can remain living safely in the community as long as possible.

Ms. DeVincentis holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Bridgewater State University. She is a Licensed Social Worker and also volunteers for OCES delivering Meals On Wheels to local seniors. A native of Brockton, Ms. DeVincentis resides in Taunton, MA.

About OCES

Founded in 1974, OCES serves 20 towns in Plymouth County as well as Avon, Easton and Stoughton. OCES is a private, non-profit organization located in Brockton and designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The organization’s mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living.

The agency has 169 employees and operates more than 15 programs serving elders, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.

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Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. adds key staff at regional offices in western, central and southeastern Massachusetts

Joceylin McCree of Nonotuck’s Hyannis office

FLORENCE, LEOMINSTER, HYANNIS, and KINGSTON, MA…

For over 40 years Nonotuck Resource Associates has helped transform the lives of hundreds of people with intellectual and physical disabilities by offering the personalized service of shared living and Adult Family Care.  The ever increasing demand from families for these non-traditional, value based services recently led Nonotuck to add staff at several of its regional offices.

Monette R. Briggs, RN, a Townsend, MA resident, recently began in Nonotuck’s Leominster office. She has more than 20 years of experience in nursing and her diverse medical background that includes work with handicapped adults and children.

Jocelyn McCree, a Mashpee, MA, resident, was hired as a Care Manager for the Adult Family Care program in Nonotuck’s , Hyannis Office. She holds a master’s degree from Northeastern University in Political Science and a Master’s of Public health, International Health from Boston University Previously, McCree has worked as a teacher and as a program manager in health management and research.

Monika Staszkiewicz, a Worcester resident, was hired as a Clinician at Nonotuck’s Auburn Office.  Fluent in Polish, she holds a Master of Arts in Expressive therapies, Music Therapy Specialization from Lesley University. Staszkiewicz has worked in the human services field over the past several years as an expressive arts therapist doing individual, family and group work.

“We are delighted to welcome Monette, Joceyln and Monika to the Nonotuck family,” said George Fleischner, executive director of Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc. “Our regional offices cover quite a bit of territory in several parts of Massachusetts. As we continue to grow, it’s critical that we bring in professionals of this caliber to continue to offer the high level of service that the families we work with are accustomed to.”

Nonotuck offers Shared Living, Adult Family Care and Day Services for families who choose to care for their loved ones suffering with Alzheimer’s, autism, brain injuries, cancer, muscular dystrophy and other intellectual and physical disabilities at home. Based in Florence, Nonotuck has offices in Central and Western Massachusetts as well as on Boston’s South Shore and on Cape Cod. An office in the Boston area will open later in 2013.

For complete information on Nonotuck Resource Associates, including office locations, you can visit www.nonotuck.com or call Nonotuck’s main office at 413-586-5266 x104.

Caregiving with Love –  Nonotuck Resource Associates, Inc.

Founded in 1972 by a group of parents who had the courage and foresight to seek community care for their loved ones, Nonotuck has since helped transform the lives of hundreds of people with intellectual and physical disabilities by providing the personalized service of Shared Living and Adult Family Care.  Each day Nonotuck addresses the ever increasing demand from families for these non-traditional, value based, in home services with love and care.  If you are interested in finding out more about this unique service and our locations please visit www.nonotuck.comor call 413-586-5256 x 104.

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EastBridge Engineering establishes division to serve new product development industry

BOSTON, MA – EastBridge Engineering (www.eb-intl.com) announced the formation of a new operating division dedicated to serving the needs of the global new product development segment.

The Design Launch Division provides design review, vendor qualifications and audits, generation of quotations, prototype fabrication, transfer to mass production and quality assurance services to product designers, industrial designers and engineers that need to quickly launch new products.

The new division, which has its own expert staff co-located in EastBridge’s ten worldwide offices, includes chemical, electronic, mechanical, plastics, quality and tooling engineers and technicians. The division is responsible for ensuring that all new product development operations are carried out to global standards, and for monitoring the production and final quality of new products.

The powerful new organization is designed to strengthen the new product launch services provided across the EastBridge group. It is headed by Dominic Paratore, who reports directly to chief executive Jack Daniels.

The company made the decision to establish the new function based on a need in the new product development community for real-time global engineering support in an English-only environment.

Daniels said: “This is just the first step in a comprehensive plan to assist product designers, industrial designers and design engineers in the fiercely competitive and fast-paced new product launch industry. They’ve asked us to help to improve their speed to market by minimizing the risk associated with arm’s length vendor selection, contract negotiation, trial runs, implementing ECOs, transfer to volume production and ongoing quality assurance. With our established base of offices in the Asia-Pacific region staffed with highly experienced manufacturing and quality engineers, we’re well positioned to drive product cost down while driving quality up.”

This approach to new product development emphasizes speed and flexibility and provides a predictable outcome for product managers. It eliminates the dated approach of multiple functional specialists acting in a relay race model. With Design Launch driving the process, new products move smoothly and sequentially from concept development to feasibility testing, product design, development process, pilot production, and final production.

EastBridge Engineering

Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA with offices throughout Asia, EastBridge Engineering (www.EB-INTL.com) was founded in 2003 to provide original equipment manufacturers, product designers and entrepreneurs with on-the-ground manufacturing management vendor development and supply chain management services in the Asia-Pacific region. We guide manufacturing launch projects in China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Viet Nam and many other locations in Asia.

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Old Colony Elder Services Recognizes Businesses Supporting Emergency Fund in 2013

Krystal Brig, Branch Manager at AAA Southern New England in Plymouth presents Lucille Dallaire, Development Director at OCES, a donation towards OCES’ Emergency Fund Program.

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a private, non-profit agency designated as an Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) serving the greater Brockton and Plymouth county areas, has received a total of $8,385 in donations to their Emergency Fund from the business community.

OCES would like to thank the following companies for their generous donations to the Emergency Fund, which provides funds for food, fuel and medications to elders and individuals with disabilities who are on a fixed income and in a crisis situation:

AAA Southern New England, Affinity Home Health Care, Inc., Anodyne Homemaker Services Corp., Apothecare South Shore, Attentive Home Care, Inc., BC Tent & Awning Co., Inc., Best of Care, Inc., Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Bridgewater Savings Bank, Brockton Visiting Nurse Association, Crescent Credit Union, Cushman Insurance, Duval’s Pharmacy Inc., Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc., Fitzgerald Appraisals, Geriatric Home Health Care, Inc., Greenlife, Inc., HarborOne Credit Union, Home Health Resources, Inc., HomeWatch Caregivers, K Cashman Group, Inc., Liberty Printing, Lindley Acquisition Corp. d/b/a Lindley Food Service, LiteControl, PMG Physician Associates, Right At Home, Robert Berks, Attorney at Law, Senior Whole Health, Shanahan Drywall & Plastering, LLC, South Coastal Bank, Tedeschi Food Shops, Trufant Real Estate, Inc., Walker Clay, Inc. and W.R.S. Painting.

Last year, OCES’ Emergency Fund helped 253 low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities remain in their homes, including a 60 year-old woman who couldn’t pay for heating oil who stated “This is the first time in my 60 years on earth I’ve needed help. OCES was like Angels from Heaven. There is no possible way I could have made it through the winter without OCES. Thank you so very, very much.” Historically, the number of elders and individuals with disabilities in need greatly increases during the winter months, when home heating costs rise as the temperature drops.

“Our Emergency Fund enables us to meet the needs of elders and individuals with disabilities who are in crisis or emergency situations that threaten their health or living status and cannot be addressed through the use of any other resource. These needs include fuel assistance, utility bill payments, short-term emergency shelter, medical transport, medications, air conditioners for individuals with breathing difficulties, hot water heaters, food and more. We are very grateful for the generosity of these businesses that have come to the aid of needy seniors and individuals with disabilities in our communities,” noted Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director of OCES.

About OCES

Founded in 1974, OCES serves 20 towns in Plymouth County as well as Avon, Easton and Stoughton. OCES is a private, non-profit organization located in Brockton and designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The organization’s mission is to support the independence and dignity of elders and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy and safe living.

The agency has 169 employees and operates more than 15 programs serving elders, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org.

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A running capital idea. Third annual Run for Faith set for Sun., August 11 in the Road Race Capital of Plymouth, MA

PLYMOUTH, MA…

With more than 50 road races planned for 2014, Plymouth, Massachusetts has quickly become the road race capital of the U.S. The four-mile Run for Faith, set to enter its third year on August 11, is a fine example of why America’s Hometown has been able to sustain so many races: history.

“Actually, it’s more that each race in Plymouth has its own story and history. In our case, the race is dedicated to the memory of my mother, Faith Romboldi, who lost a courageous battle to ovarian cancer and we’ve been able to raise a good amount of money for the causes that were near and dear to her. That includes two $2500 scholarships to graduating Plymouth high school seniors,” said Matthew Romboldi, Run for Faith organizer. “The other part is the history of the race. Our first year, we ran it before Hurricane Irene hit. So we have an identity as the race that beat Irene and there’s always that question lingering about ‘what kind of weather will we get this year?”

In addition to the story and history, the Run for Faith has other characteristics that have endeared it to local runners, most notably the course and race features. The four-mile race loop captures spectacular views of Cape Cod Bay, the Eel River and scenic horse farms. The course features rolling hills and unmatched history.  Water stations are plentiful and the event is professionally timed by Spitler Racing Systems. There is also be a Stroller Division, so runners can run with their young children.

Last year’s Run for Faith resulted in two $2,500 scholarships, which will be given to students graduating from Plymouth North and Plymouth South in 2013. The Run for Faith also contributed $5,000 ($10,000 since the Run for Faith began) to Dana Farber’s Yawkey Center for Cancer Care.

The third annual Run for Faith 4Miler, which is a a gold member in the Bayside Runner Racing Series, is set for Sunday, August 11 at 8:30 a.m. at historic Plimoth Plantation. Entry fee is $25 – which will once again go to scholarships for Plymouth high school students, the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, the Plymouth Public Library and other Plymouth charities and non-profits. Runners can register at www.runforfaithplymouth.org.

Prizes will go to top finishers, male and female, and awards will be given to top finishers for various age groups. Post-race “light refreshments” will include bananas, oranges, bagels, muffins and scones.  To amuse younger family members, a jumpy house will be available. A number of vendors will be on hand to sell their wares before and after the race.

The Run for Faith is organized by Run for Faith, Inc., which is 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to commemorate the special life of Faith “Marcy” Romboldi who gave so much of herself to both individuals and the community.

Faith, or “Marcy” as she was known by her friends and family, was a teacher, member of the Red Hat’s Society, Sweet Adeline’s, and Daughters of the American Revolution. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2008. Marcy’s ability to fight this vicious disease with incessant might and unsurpassed grace will never be forgotten and surely serves as inspiration to those who were close. Mostly, Marcy will be remembered for her acts of kindness, generosity and thoughtfulness. Many will remember her for her two best accessories- a lovely hat and a radiant smile!

Interested sponsors can contact Matthew Romboldi at 508-400-0751. For more information, please visit www.runforfaithplymouth.org, or email info@runforfaithplymouth.org. You can view the course online at: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/42074524.

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