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Old Colony Elder Services Appoints Lou Avitabile as Congregate Coordinator

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the Brockton based regional elder services agency serving elders, their caregivers and families in 23 towns in the Plymouth county and Brockton areas, has appointed Lou Avitabile to the position of Congregate Coordinator.

Mr. Avitabile held the position of Family Caregiver Support Program Care Adviser in OCES’ Family Caregiver Support Program for two years prior to his appointment to Congregate Coordinator. His new role will include overseeing the senior residents who reside in the Marshfield, Stoughton and Bridgewater congregate housing units and ensuring that their needs are supported in order to remain living independently in the community.

Mr. Avitabile holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Western New England College in Springfield, MA. He is a resident of Bridgewater.

About OCES
Incorporated in 1974, Old Colony Elder Services is a private, non-profit corporation designated as one of 27 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. OCES offers a number of programs to serve seniors, individuals with disabilities, their families and caregivers such as Family Caregiver Support; Adult Family Care; Supportive Housing; Nutrition; Money Management; Protective Services and Home Care.

OCES serves elders, their families and caregivers in 23 towns in Southeastern Massachusetts:
Abington, Avon, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanover, Hanson, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleboro, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Rockland, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater and Whitman.

The organization’s mission is to provide services that support the dignity and independence of elders by helping them maximize their quality of life; live safely and in good health; and, prevent unnecessary or premature institutionalization.

In 2009, OCES was honored with the Metro-South Chamber of Commerce’s “Economic Impact Award”. The agency has 157 employees. For more information call (508) 584-1561 or visit the website at www.oldcolonyelderservices.org
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Rodman & Rodman Announces QuickBooks Seminars in Newton and Braintree

Rodman & Rodman, P.C. , providers of accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies throughout New England, is offering four QuickBooks seminars at their Newton and Braintree locations.

Kathy Parker, CPA, MST, Partner; Bonnie Stockdale, Accountant and Leah Schlegelmilch, CPA at Rodman & Rodman are Certified ProAdvisors of QuickBooks and will lead the seminars.

The “Learning QuickBooks Step-By-Step” Beginners Seminar is geared towards individuals with little or no experience working with QuickBooks or those wishing to brush up on the basics.
This class will be held:
In Newton on Tuesday, October 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Rodman & Rodman’s office, 3 Newton Executive Park, Suite 101.
In Braintree on Tuesday, November 1st from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rodman & Rodman, Braintree Hill Office Park, 2nd Floor Conference Room.

The “Learning QuickBooks Step-By-Step” Advanced Seminar is geared towards business owners who handle their books and want to ensure they keep them accurately; bookkeepers looking to sharpen their skills and learn the latest tips & tricks and businesses considering automating their accounting to the #1 accounting software in the world. This class will be held:
In Newton on Thursday, October 20th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Rodman & Rodman’s office, 3 Newton Executive Park, Suite 101.
In Braintree on Thursday, November 3rd from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rodman & Rodman, Braintree Hill Office Park, 2nd Floor Conference Room.

Investment is $250 per class and includes course materials. Lunch will also be provided.
Seating is limited. Reserve your seat by contacting Ann Reading at 617-965-5959 or email ann@rodmancpa.com.

About Rodman & Rodman P.C.
Founded in 1961, Rodman & Rodman, P.C. provides accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies throughout New England. With a focus on strategic planning, Rodman & Rodman goes beyond traditional accounting services and takes a proactive approach when serving clients to increase, preserve and sustain clients’ financial net worth. The company has been named one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” in Accounting Today for the second consecutive year and is listed in the Boston Business Journal’s “Top 50 Firms”.

From business valuations, taxation, audits, fraud detection and prevention services and succession planning to a variety of accounting IT services including software selection, implementation and training, the team at Rodman & Rodman serves as comprehensive advisors to clients. For individual clients, the company offers personal advisory services such as planning for real estate transactions, obtaining financing, estate planning and retirement planning as well as planning for college education. The Rodman & Rodman Green Team is a specialized green energy and clean technology accounting and tax services practice within Rodman & Rodman, P.C.

Rodman & Rodman, P.C. are located at 3 Newton Executive Park in Newton and 25 Braintree Hill Office Park in Braintree, MA. For more information, email greenteam@rodmancpa.com, visit their website at www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.

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HR Knowledge Adds 35th Charter School Client

HR Knowledge, Inc., providers of best-in-class integrated human resource services to clients throughout the Northeast, has recently announced the addition of their 35th charter school client.

Less than a year ago, HR Knowledge incorporated a Charter School Division to cater specifically to the human resources needs of charter schools. Their charter school clientele has grown to 35.

As an HR Business Process Outsourcer (BPO), HR Knowledge helps charter schools manage the necessary but time-consuming HR administrative tasks and provides state-of-the-art payroll processing solutions and “Best in Class” health and welfare benefits. By outsourcing these HR services, charter schools can realize a cost savings of up to 60 percent over those who maintain in-house HR staff and administration. In addition to these cost savings, HR Knowledge can negotiate the best price on healthcare plans for charter school providers.

According Kenneth Bettenhauser, co-founder and the President of Brokerage Services at HR Knowledge, “The challenges faced by public education have promoted the growth of alternative learning environments. The charter school industry is one of the fastest growing in the nation. We are very sensitive to their human resources needs and have developed a specific program which addresses their particular requirements.”

In addition to a number of charter school clients in the Northeast, HR Knowledge has worked with charter schools in New York, Washington D.C. and Ohio.

For additional information about HR Knowledge’s Charter School Division, contact Ken Bettenhauser at (508) 339-1300.

About HR Knowledge, Inc.

HR Knowledge, Inc. is a leading Business Process Outsourcer (BPO) serving emerging to mid-sized companies throughout the Northeast. HR Knowledge has the experience and technology to efficiently provide best-in-class integrated HR services at an affordable cost to clients.

HR Knowledge’s leaders have more than 100 years of combined experience and provide expert guidance in Human Resource management, Group Benefits Brokerage, Payroll Processing & Managed Services, Financial Services and Recruiting and Hiring Process Management (HPM).

Through their comprehensive Human Resource Services, HR Knowledge helps organizations minimize operational risks, reduce administrative costs and better serve their people.

HR Knowledge has been recognized as a Gold Level Broker by Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare. The company is headquartered at 905B South Main Street, Suite 203 in Mansfield and their second office is located at 890 Winter Street, Suite 208 in Waltham, MA. For more information, contact (508) 339-1300 or visit their website at www.hrknowledge.com

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Is whitening frightening? “Tooth Boss” Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD, demystifies teeth whitening.

Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening services offered by Dr. Richard Wolfert

SOUTH WEYMOUTH, MA

Smiling shouldn’t be painful, right? Yet for some people whose teeth are not quite as bright as they’d like, picture time at family functions or during the holidays can be a source of high anxiety. While over-the-counter whiteners can offer modest results, most people are looking for a brighter smile but are fearful of the process and the price tag.

Dr. Richard Wolfert offers teeth whitening at his South Weymouth dental practice, Smiles by the Toothboss, located at 1121 Main Street. “Who doesn’t want whiter teeth, particularly if you’re a big coffee or soda drinker?” said Dr. Wolfert. “With the new technology of teeth whitening out today, dentists can safely whiten teeth without any change or damage to the tooth structure.”

The two main methods of professional whitening are tray whitening and in office whitening. Tray whitening is when a custom tray is made for the patient after an impression is taken, then a supply of whitening gel is given to the patient and he/she will wear the tray for a few hours a day (techniques differ) for a period of time until an acceptable result is achieved. Sensitivity of the teeth is a normal complication of this method of whitening and is transitional.

In office whitening on the other hand is the most effective method of whitening. There are a few different ways that are available for example, Crest White Strips, Britesmile, Zoom, or Laser whitening. The process is similar with all these methods and you can have your teeth whitened in one session with great results.

How much teeth whitening costs depends on the treatment and the dentist. At Smiles By The Toothboss, that can range from $250 to $500 and interest-free payment options are available through CareCredit. But Dr. Wolfert contends price should be a secondary consideration when whitening your teeth.

“Having a dentist whiten your teeth ensures that you use the procedure that works best for your mouth and gets you the best result,” said Dr. Wolfert.

For more information on teeth whitening, you can visit Dr. Wolfert’s website at www.toothboss.com for call 781-335-0604 to schedule a consultation.

About Smiles by the Toothboss

Smiles by the Toothboss offers: comprehensive examinations (written treatment and treatment plan provided); cosmetics; crowns, bridges and tooth-colored restorations; partial and full dentures; periodontics (early cases treated); oral surgery; restoration of conventional and small diameter implants; and emergency services (24-hour emergency phone number available).

Smiles by the Toothboss accepts most insurance plans. They also accept payment from most PPO and indemnity plans, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Delta Dental. They also accept all major credit cards and have arranged payment plans through CareCredit.

To schedule an initial consultation, please call 781-335-0604. For more information, visit www.toothboss.com.

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From QR Codes on Signage to Tenant Advocacy – Jay Nuss Realty Group, LLC Commercial Real Estate Brokerage Opens Doors in Braintree Hill Office Park and Sets New Standards for the Industry

Jay Nuss

Jay Nuss, a resident of Braintree and real estate broker with 30 years of experience in commercial real estate brokerage, has recently established the Jay Nuss Realty Group, LLC, located at Braintree Hill Office Park in Braintree.

Previously, Mr. Nuss was one of the principals of Paramount Partners LLC commercial real estate services. As President of Jay Nuss Realty Group, LLC, Mr. Nuss will continue to specialize in the leasing and selling of office and industrial properties.

One of his greatest strengths is tenant advocacy and negotiating (and renegotiating) the most favorable terms for enhancing or enlarging office tenants’ space. Over the years, Mr. Nuss has negotiated transactions on warehouse buildings, mill buildings, nursing homes, research and development buildings, retail centers, medical buildings, mixed-use properties, school buildings, churches, vacant land and various properties owned by non-profit organizations. He also has extensive experience in appraising and consulting on various types of commercial real estate.

The Jay Nuss Realty Group, LLC will continue to cater to the Boston Metro South commercial market.

QR Codes Connect Real Estate

Always a step ahead of the curve, Mr. Nuss has already incorporated QR codes, optimized for viewing on mobile devices, on Jay Nuss Realty Group, LLC commercial real estate signs to better connect potential tenants and buyers with available properties.

About Jay Nuss

Mr. Nuss holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Northeastern University. He is a graduate of the Realtors Institute and has completed various commercial real estate courses and seminars at MIT, Harvard University, Boston University and Northeaster University. He has also been a Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager.

Mr. Nuss is involved with a number of Braintree based and South Shore organizations. Currently, Mr. Nuss is a member of the Braintree Zoning Board of Appeals as well as a member of the Braintree Board of Trade. Previously, he served on the Braintree Economic Development Commission and as chair of the Braintree Business Council and is a past president of the Braintree Rotary Club where he is distinguished as a Paul Harris Fellow. He has also been a member of the Work, Inc. Board of Directors serving as its Vice-Chairperson for many years. Additionally, he sits on the Advisory Boards of various small South Shore based businesses.

In his spare time, Mr. Nuss runs a voluntary service which matches up cancer patients with alternative treatment practitioners and programs. As a member of the executive committee for The Campus for Caring, based in Norwell, he is working with Kathy and Ralph Tedeschi on a project to construct the first not-for-profit hospice home on the South Shore.

The Jay Nuss Realty Group, LLC provides commercial real estate services to the Boston Metro South commercial market. The company specializes in office and industrial properties and tenant advocacy. Jay Nuss Realty Group, LLC is located at Braintree Hill Office Park in Braintree. For more information, contact Jay Nuss at (781) 910-6575 or visit their website at www.therightofficespace.com. Check out their fan page at Facebook.com/therightofficespace or follow Jay Nuss on Twitter @JayNuss.

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Action Bearing Wins Contract with Boston High-Rise

Steve Katz, president (photo credit: W. Marc Bernsau-Boston Business Journal)
Action Bearing, providers of bearings and related products to OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) markets throughout New England, has been contracted to provide bearings for the rebuilding of all the elevators at Boston’s Prudential Tower.

Action Bearing, which is located on Brighton Avenue in Boston, will provide bearings that are substantial in both size and cost to the downtown high-rise on a scheduled basis. One of the main bearings that will be supplied is one of the hardest to source – a tapered roller bearing set, which measures approximately 15 inches across.

The Action Bearing Difference
In a proud tradition, the same families that started the company in 1957 keep Action Bearing rolling by specializing in bearings for OEM and MRO markets throughout New England. Action Bearing’s highly knowledgeable staff housed in their 23,000 square foot facility provide bearings ranging in size from 3mm to tunnel-boring 15-foot-diameter giants.

Action Bearing, the sister company of Emerson Bearing which serves the worldwide markets, 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.

Action Bearing offers customers a one-stop shopping experience. With an online product catalog with over 3 million bearings; a vast inventory of bearings; worldwide sourcing; a fixed price program; a knowledgeable staff dedicated to delivering; same day shipping and 24/7 service, Action Bearing has become the leading provider of bearings to OEM and MRO markets in the U.S. Action Bearing maintains headquarters at 201 Brighton Ave. Boston, MA. For more information, contact 617-782-1400 or toll free, 800-225-4587, email info@Actionbearing.com or visit www.Actionbearing.com.

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Open House at Award Winning South Shore Skin Center and Spa on October 19th

New age management and aesthetic treatments will be unveiled at South Shore Skin Center and Spa’s Open House on Wednesday, October 19th from 6 to 8 p.m. The Spa is conveniently located at One Scobee Circle, Unit 3 in Plymouth.

South Shore Skin Center and Spa’s Open House will feature information on state-of-the-art ePrime and Fraxel age management treatments as well as medical grade aesthetic treatments. In addition, guests will be able to observe in-room demos, partake in raffles and enjoy light refreshments.

South Shore Skin Center and Spa practitioners will be on hand to answer questions about other age management treatments offered at the practice such as SmartXide DOT Laser, Thermage, Intense Pulsed Light, facial and leg spider vein removal, Botox, Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, Radiesse and Sculptra.

Attendees will learn more about South Shore Skin Center and Spa’s medical grade aesthetic and corrective treatments which include facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, micropeels, body treatments, laser hair removal, tattoo removal and acne scarring correction.

Representatives from SkinMedica, SkinCeuticals, Allergan, Sculptra, and many other product lines will be available firsthand to answer questions.

Exclusive offers, product discounts and complimentary gift bags will be available to all attendees. Seating is limited and reservations are required. RSVP to (508)503-8513.

About South Shore Skin Center and Spa
South Shore Skin Center and Spa is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services. South Shore Skin Center and Spa is the 2011 Best of South Shore Living Winner for Facials and Cosmetic Surgery.

Founded in 1984, South Shore Skin Center and Spa is a unique team of physicians, physician assistants, nurses, medical assistants, surgical assistants, and licensed estheticians who are all specialists in dermatology and share a passion for excellence and a commitment to providing the highest level of care to both children and adults in the greater Boston area. In addition to the medical dermatology office and Mohs Surgical Unit for skin cancer, South Shore Skin Center and Spa offers cosmetic dermatology treatments for wrinkles, age spots, acne scarring, birthmarks, hair removal, tattoos and more using the Fraxel re:store DUAL and Fraxel re:pair lasers, DEKA SmartXide DOT, Candela VBeam, Gentlelase, Gentle YAG, and Alex lasers. The practice also offers a full range of affordable anti-aging services including Botox, Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm and other wrinkle fillers; volumizers such as Radiesse and Sculptra; microdermabrasion; medical grade facials, micropeels and chemical peels.

South Shore Skin Center and Spa is located at One Scobee Circle, Unit 3, in Plymouth, Mass. (508) 747-0711 and at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202, in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340. For more information, visit the website at www.southshoreskincenter.com.

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The wait for a local VW dealership is over. Coastal Volkswagen opens in Hanover, Mass.

HANOVER, MA… 

With construction on a bridge project in full swing, Route 53 in Hanover was a rather bleak place this summer. The one bright spot was a sign announcing the coming of a new Volkswagen dealership. Well, the kids are back in school, summer, at least according to the calendar, is over, the bridge project is winding up and Coastal Volkswagen is open for business.

The new dealership, located on the southbound side of Route 53 diagonally across the street from the exit/entrance for Route 3 north, officially opened in August. In addition to selling both new and pre-owned Volkswagen automobiles, Coastal Volkswagen features a state-of-the art service center with eight bays and customer amenities like a kids’ area, high-definition televisions and complimentary Wi-Fi in the waiting area.

“We are 100 percent open for business, for both new and pre-owned automobile sales and service,” said Tom Norton, a Cohasset resident co-owner of Coastal Volkswagen. “VW owners who live or work on the South Shore have waited a long time to have a Volkswagen dealership that didn’t involve a trip over the bridge to the Cape or all the way up to Quincy and we’re happy to deliver a beautiful, brand new facility.”

The new Coastal Volkswagen features a complete inventory of the new 2012 VWs. That includes a huge Grand Opening allocation of the new VW Beetles and VW Passats, as well as the 2012 EOS and Jettas. All models are available in a wide variety of colors and trims. In addition, Coastal Volkswagen has a number of pre-owned vehicles on its lot.

“A lot of work went into bringing Coastal Volkswagen to Hanover and we’re delighted to be here,” said Richard Walker, co-owner of Coastal VW and a Hingham resident. “With the new 2012s on the lot and the bridge project winding up, we’re looking forward to a great fall and bringing the best of what VW has to offer to the area.”

Walker co-owns Coastal Dealership Group with Norton. In addition to the 10,400-square-foot Volkswagen facility in Hanover, Coastal Dealerships owns and operates Coastal Nissan at 109 Accord Park Drive in Norwell and Coastal Auto Center located at 742 Cushing Highway in Cohasset.

For more information on Coastal Volkswagen, you can visit www.coastalvwboston.com..

About Coastal Dealerships Group

For more than 10 years, the Coastal Dealerships Group has not only made looking for a new or pre-owned automobile easy…but fun. Its latest dealership, Coastal Volkswagen, lives up to the standard set by the Group’s other dealerships, Coastal Nissan, located at 109 Accord Drive in Norwell, and Coastal Auto Center, located at 742 Cushing Highway in Cohasset. Coastal Volkswagen offers the same first-rate customer service and professionalism, with  no pressure sales and  straightforward, bottom-line pricing–including  fair trade-ins every time.

For more information on new and pre-owned automobiles, you can go to www.coastalvwboston.com or, come this July, stop by the dealership, conveniently located at 1 Saturn Drive in Hanover, just off exit 13 on Route 3.

For more information on Coastal Dealerships Group, please visit www.coastaldealerships.com.

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Rodman & Rodman CPA Firm Named a “2011 Best Accounting Firm to Work For”


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Rodman & Rodman CPA Firm Named a “2011 Best Accounting Firm to Work For”

DATELINE: BRAINTREE AND NEWTON, MASS…
For the second consecutive year, Rodman & Rodman, P.C. , providers of accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies throughout New England, was recently named as one of the 2011 Best Accounting Firms to Work for. The annual list of “Best Accounting Firms” was created by Accounting Today and Best Companies Group.

This survey and award program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in the accounting industry, benefiting the nation’s economy, its workforce and businesses. The Best Accounting Firms to Work for list is made up of a total of 100 companies. Rodman & Rodman has been named one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work for in the small sized company category.

Accounting firms from across the country entered the two-part survey process to determine the Best Accounting Firms to Work for. The first part consisted of evaluating each nominated firm’s workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. The combined scores determined the top firms and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration, survey and analysis process and determined the final rankings.

“We’re proud to have been acknowledged with this honor,” said Steve Rodman, president of the firm. Rodman & Rodman has also been named as one of the Top 50 Firms by the Boston Business Journal.

The ranking of the 4th annual Best Accounting Firms to Work for will be unveiled at an awards ceremony sponsored by ADP during Accounting Today’s 2nd Annual Growth & Profitability Summit on October 25th – October 27th at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The list-making firms will also be published in the December issue of Accounting Today.

For more information on the Best Accounting Firms to Work for program, visit www.BestAccountingFirmstoWorkfor.com.

About Rodman & Rodman P.C.
Founded in 1961, Rodman & Rodman, P.C. provides accounting, tax and business services to small and medium-sized companies throughout New England. With a focus on strategic planning, Rodman & Rodman goes beyond traditional accounting services and takes a proactive approach when serving clients to increase, preserve and sustain clients’ financial net worth. The company has been named one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” in Accounting Today and is listed in the Boston Business Journal’s “Top 50 Firms”.

From business valuations, taxation, audits, fraud detection and prevention services and succession planning to a variety of accounting IT services including software selection, implementation and training, the team at Rodman & Rodman serves as comprehensive advisors to clients. For individual clients, the company offers personal advisory services such as planning for real estate transactions, obtaining financing, estate planning and retirement planning as well as planning for college education. The Rodman & Rodman Green Team is a specialized green energy and clean technology accounting and tax services practice within Rodman & Rodman, P.C.

Rodman & Rodman, P.C. are located at 3 Newton Executive Park in Newton and 25 Braintree Hill Office Park in Braintree, MA. For more information, email greenteam@rodmancpa.com, visit their website at www.rodmancpa.com or contact (617) 965-5959.
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