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“Gratitude and Grin” nominations sought.  Recognize a neighbor, friend or relative for the little things they do.

Reward a random act of kindness.  Recognize a selfless act. Appreciate the little things that a neighbor, friend or relative does for you or others. Nominate someone for “Gratitude and Grin” award.

The “Gratitude and Grin” award provides recognition for someone in the community who goes out of their way to help. The award, sponsored by Surf Side Dental Studio of Hingham, includes community recognition and dinner for two at a Hingham-area restaurant.

The public is encouraged to submit nominations to officestaff@surfsidedentalstudio.com.  Please include the name of the nominee, a brief description of the random act of kindness, contact information (telephone, email address) for the nominee.  Please also include contact information (telephone, email address) for the nominator. 

“Highlighting good deeds will help encourage more good deeds,” noted Dr. Robert Geary of Surf Side Dental Studio. 

Dr. Teresa Huynh added, “We believe in community involvement and being good neighbors, we look forward to hearing great examples of that.”

Surf Side Dental Studio is located at the intersection of Hingham, Hull, and Cohasset at 344 Rockland St, Hingham, Ma 02043.  The dental practice provides a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.

Husband and wife team Dr. Robert Geary, a native of Hull, and Dr. Teresa Huynh, also a native of a surfside town, Pompano Beach, Florida focus on complete dental care for the family.

For more information, call (781) 749-6750, or visit www.SurfSideDentalStudio.com.

Scituate resident and former Firefighter recognized for Random Act of Kindness and Sunny Disposition.

DATELINE: PLYMOUTH, MA…

Brian Poitras, a Scituate resident and a recent retiree of the Lowell Fire Department, once again did not hesitate when help was needed. 

While visiting the Scituate Senior Center, Brian was chatting with acquaintance Anne Tucker Roberts. 

Anne mentioned that she was concerned that during a hot and humid spell in July her air conditioner was not functioning.  Service companies were not responding to her telephone calls or were scheduling her out for several weeks. Anne and her 85-year-old husband, John, were not only uncomfortable, but at risk.

Out of the kindness of his heart, Brian ventured into his own basement, brought up a spare portable unit and installed it in the Roberts’ home.

“It is a story of what this country has lost. He has renewed my faith that people really DO care about others!” noted Anne.

Thus, Brian Poitras is the first to be recognized by the Sunny Disposition campaign sponsored by Plymouth Solar Energy.  In addition to recognition, Brian will receive a $50 gift certificate to Strega Café, one of Plymouth’s finer restaurants.

Know someone who has recently performed a random or intended act of kindness?

Could be something as simple as taking out the trash for an elderly neighbor.  Or helping with heavy lifting of a new couch.  Or sharing an extra plate of homemade brownies.

Plymouth Solar Energy is recognizing Sunny Disposition winners monthly.  The winner will receive dinner for two at one of Greater Plymouth’s leading restaurants and a spiffy pair of sunglasses.

Enter brief nomination at https://www.plymouthsolarenergy.com/sunny-disposition-plymouth

Plymouth Solar (PlymouthSolarEnergy.com ) is a regional leader in the installation and maintenance of commercial and residential solar and battery systems. The company boasts over 200 installed and on-line monitored solar systems within 50 miles of Plymouth.

Plymouth Solar Energy is located at 18 Main Street Extension, Plymouth, MA. There are now 10 full and part-time staffers at the growing entity.

For more info visit www.PlymouthSolarEnergy.com . For a complimentary Solar Feasibility Study or questions, call (508) 746-5430 or email info@plymouthsolarenergy.com.

Fudging great media coverage

PR Works recently secured broadcast coverage on WCVB for our client Murdick’s Fudge of Martha’s Vineyard. Doug Meehan visited Murdick’s Fudge at their Edgartown location. The piece ran on June 19 on WCVB’s Eye Opener broadcast and later in the day on their early news. Here’s the piece:

For more information on Murdick’s Fudge and their mouth-watering fudge, brittle and other goodies, check out their website.

Leverage Podcast Guest Appearances to Boost your Business

What does it take to claim the “expert” roll and boost your business?  “Leverage Podcast Guest Appearances to Boost your Business” takes the audience through the process step by step.

PR Works, a full service public relations and advertising firm based in America’s Hometown of Plymouth, MA, is leading the complimentary webinar that prepares you to be part of the boom as a podcast host. The free online event is set for Wednesday, August 19, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.  To RSVP, copy and paste https://conta.cc/39q78is into your browser to Internet browser.  

Sponsors of the webinar include My Pinnacle Network, South Shore Networking Professionals and Rockland Trust. The webinar will be led by experienced podcasters Steve Dubin and Joe D’Eramo of PR Works.

The webinar prepares you to determine how to tap into the more than 1-million podcast show opportunities that appear regularly on a wide range of channels including Podcast portals such as Itunes, IHeartRadio, Google Play, YouTube, Stitcher and more.

Podcast appearances establish credibility, create visibility, activate lead generation, create speaking opportunities, stimulate search engine optimization, expand cultural authority, and increase value proposition.

The webinar gets you into the game and on the air.

Learn how to –

  • Test the waters and determine your ability and aptitude
  • Define your topic niche.
  • Leverage the pre-existing audience of the podcast
  • Research podcast show options
  • Tell stories vs. selling
  • Draft standard questions.
  • Create 1-page pitch
  • Appeal to the host’s currency
  • Find portals listing podcast shows
  • Steps to booking a guest spot
  • Choose the right equipment at a reasonable pricing.
  • Lighting like a pro for less
  • Taping protocols worth knowing
  • Coming up with an Evergreen offer
  • Promote each episode via podcast portals, social media, e-newsletters, publicity and leveraging the marketing channels of each guest.
  • Following up and obtaining repeat guesting opportunities

Please RSVP for this complimentary webinar by pasting https://conta.cc/39q78is nto your browser.

For more information about the podcast event or podcasting services, contact PR Works at www.PRWorkZone.com, (781) 582-1061, 18 Main Street Extension, Suite 409, Plymouth, MA.

Mining the Golden Age of Podcasting. PR Works, based in Plymouth, Massachusetts announces podcasting services.

Experts and listeners agree, we are in the Golden Age of Podcasting. More than half of American homes tune into a podcast regularly. Why not YOURS?

Given this high audible trend, PR Works, based in America’s hometown of Plymouth, Massachusetts, has launched a podcast service. The service ranges from establishing a Podcast strategy to recording and editing the show to promoting it. 

“Podcasting allows you to control the message, control the medium and tap into new clients, strategic partners and referral sources,” notes PR Works Founder Steven V. Dubin, a Plymouth, Massachusetts resident.

He added, “Podcasting is another story-telling channel and the one-to-one audience it creates is powerful. Where most get stalled is in having a clear niche topic and managing all the details of technology, arranging guests, editing the raw footage, uploading each segment to YouTube and the many podcast portals and then promoting the podcast to expand the audience. We help boil that down and get it done.”

Here are some of the considerations to podcasting.

First, the “Why”? 

Are you doing this to position yourself as “the” expert? Book prospects as guests and build those relationships? Generate solid content for social media? Enhance SEO? Provide useful information to your core audience?

Your answer to ALL of the above should YES!

Second, the theme?

What is your unique programming theme? Do you expand upon family business, start-up business, mid-market business? Are you focusing on a niche? Young families? Senior living? Middle-age madness? Choose a theme and build upon it.

Third, the Title?

The title of your podcast should give a hint about the content and entice us in. No surprise about what “Planet Money” is about. “Football Weekly” tells it all. You could get clever, but you don’t want to be obscure and leave us guessing.

Fourth, Scheduling?

Most new podcasters can’t keep up a pace of more than once a month. That being said, it is worthwhile to record the first three segments all at once. In our binge watching/listening world, give your audience a good dose of what you do. 

It is best to develop a schedule and editorial outline of segments for each business quarter.

Fifth, Guests?

Let’s face it, unless you are stand-up comedian or experienced performer, you probably can enhance broadcasts with a guest or two. Guests add insight, variety and color. 

The challenge is to book them, prepare them, obtain background materials, etc. That is a critical part of the process.

Six, the Technology?

How will you record? How will you upload to key podcast portals (Spotify, Itunes, etc.).How will you promote each episode? PR Works has reviewed a wide range of platforms and came up with an inexpensive and thorough solution that includes developing a vlodcast (video of the podcast) and the audio podcast at the same time.  Thus, you are bolstering a YouTube channel and reaching out via key podcast portals.

Seventh, the Promotion?

Now you’ve gone to all the trouble of creating a podcast, how do you get it out there?

Social media posts, e-newsletter, news release and blog posts help move it along.  These messages should ALSO be prepared and customized for your guests to share with their audiences.

Ready to go “live”?  5-4-3-2-1.  For additional information about podcasting, contact PR Works at www.PRWorkZone.com, (781) 582-1061, 18 Main Street Extension, Suite 409, Plymouth, MA.

Don’t do Divorce alone. Divorce workshop offers support and practical direction.


It’s impossible to understand how painful divorce is, if you haven’t been through it.

The newly formed Divorce Support Group provides a safe, welcoming place to work through your feelings with other people facing similar challenges. Together, we explore denial, fear, loneliness, friendships, guilt/rejection, grief, anger, and whatever else arises. We will also discuss practical ways to take care of yourself. 

The workshop is scheduled for eight Thursdays,  6pm – 7:30 p.m. March 7 and includes March 7, March 14, March 21, March 28, April 4, April 18, May 2 and May 9 at the Maverick Wellness, 67 Coddington Street, #209, Quincy MA 02169.  Cost is $240 for the 8-week session.  Group support works best when members can commit to attending all the sessions.  Participants are encouraged to sign up only if  they believe they will be able to attend all the sessions.

This small support group (limit is 6-8 members) will provide a safe, accepting space to discuss the emotional challenges of your divorce, talk with people who “get it,” and learn from each other.

Specifically, the workshop explores practical ways to take care of yourself, cope with stress, how to talk with your children, meeting with your lawyer, ways to co-parent with your ex, feelings around the family home, personal belongings and more.  

The workshop was developed and will be led by Frances T. Spillane, a divorced mother of two children and recently remarried.  She is an LMHC and Life Coach who supports clients in creating meaningful, fulfilling lives.

“When I look back at my divorce, I often wonder ‘What was wrong with me?’”  She added, “Why did I try to do it all alone?  Why didn’t I ask for more help? Why didn’t I do more to help myself?  Why didn’t I find more support?  What was I thinking? Having survived that gauntlet, I developed this workshop.”

Fran is on her third career.  Prior to becoming a therapist, she was a tax accountant, then a stay-at-home mom. Her own journeys through transition give her a deep sense of empathy and compassion, as well as the knowledge that change provides the opportunity to create a more joyful life. Her authentic and unconditional positive regard for clients supports their honest exploration of their most important issues.

Fran practices in Attleboro and Quincy, MA.  She earned her M.A. at Bridgewater State University, and her B.A. at University of Notre Dame.

To RSVP, please visit https://www.EmbraceYourFreedom.Net or email FTSpillane.obhi@Gmail.com.

OCES Announces Upcoming LGBTQ+ Brunches for Older Adults

BROCKTON, PLYMOUTH AND WEYMOUTH, MA… 

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities throughout Plymouth County, the South Shore and surrounding area, has announced the schedule for the South Shore LGBTQ+ Brunch for Older Adults program.

The monthly Saturday brunch program, operated and supported by OCES’ Nutrition Program, is for LGBTQ+ older adults who live on the South Shore and in the greater Plymouth County area.

For nearly 20 years, the “LGBTQ+ Brunch for Older Adults on the South Shore” have been providing nutritious meals that feed the body, mind, heart and spirit. This LGBTQ+ community dining event provides a nutritious meal along with an opportunity for attendees to connect and socialize, helping those age 60+ (and their friends) minimize the effects of social isolation. This brunch, as well as other community dining programs for LGBTQ+ older adults, keep members engaged with their local and regional LGBTQ+ communities to help them stay informed and connected to the larger LGBTQ+ movements, services, relationships and world.

“I have led this program for going on 16 years and it is some of the most meaningful work that I do, gladly and joyfully,” said Michael Banville who organizes the South Shore LGBTQ+ Brunch for Older Adults. “My husband and I (both now in our early 60’s) have supported this program with the hopes of creating a vibrant South Shore community with whom we too can age. We value the relationships, being socially connected to vibrant LGBTQ+ older adults who are truly inspirational in their commitments to live out and proud lives as they age. It is a joy to lead the South Shore LGBTQ+ Brunch for Older Adults and we are so excited to partner with OCES in this important social and community work.”

Upcoming South Shore LGBTQ+ Brunch for Older Adults will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, October 31, and December 12, 2026, which will be a special holiday brunch. All South Shore LGBTQ+ Brunches for Older Adults are held in South Weymouth, MA.

To RSVP and for more info about the South Shore LGBTQ+ Brunch for Older Adults, visit the Meetup group website, https://www.meetup.com/south-shore-lgbt-seniors/

OCES Nutrition Program 

In addition to the monthly South Shore LGBTQ+ Brunch for Older Adults program, OCES’ Nutrition Program encompasses Meals on Wheels for homebound older adults who rely on OCES for sustenance; Community Dining meals and socialization opportunities that combat loneliness and isolation; and nutrition education and counseling that promotes healthy eating habits. To learn more, visit ocesma.org/programs-services/nutrition

OCES’ Expanded Region 

OCES serves 34 communities throughout the South Shore and in greater Plymouth County: Abington, Avon, Braintree, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Cohasset, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanson, Hanover, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleborough, Milton, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Quincy, Randolph, Rockland, Scituate, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater, Weymouth, and Whitman.

About OCES

OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing and has been certified as a Woman-Owned Nonprofit Organization (W/NPO) by the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 52 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with offices 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 older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families across 34 communities throughout Plymouth County, the South Shore, and surrounding areas.

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

New Autism & Down Syndrome Learning Center Opens Doors in Littleton, MA with Ribbon Cutting Celebration

Left to right: Melissa Fetterhoff, Kevin Herrera, Christine Hennessey, Edward Dedos, Rey Masso, Katrina Good, Kate Connolly, Massachusetts State Representative James Arciero, Littleton Select Board Member Gary Wilson, Chief of Police Douglas Landry, Tiffany Zayas

LITTLETON, MA… Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, officially opened the doors of its new Littleton Learning Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 29, 2026.

Hosted by Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at BCI’s new location at 295 Foster Street, Suite 130, Littleton, Massachusetts 01460.

During the ceremony, Melissa Fetterhoff, President of Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Massachusetts State Representative James Arciero shared greetings and remarks. Gary Wilson of the Littleton Select Board and Lyn Snow, Director of Student Services for Littleton Public Schools, also shared remarks. Members of the Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce and other guests were in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees were able to tour the facility, enjoy light refreshments, and meet Katherine Connolly, M.A., BCBA, LABA, Regional Clinical Director of BCI Littleton, and her team of board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs) and behavior technicians.

“BCI is excited to bring compassionate, high-quality ABA therapy to families in the greater Littleton area,” said Katherine Connolly, Regional Clinical Director. “We tailor our services to each child and family, providing engaging, evidence-based care in an environment designed to help children build skills, confidence, and independence.” 

BCI is a leading contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based and in-home autism services for children with autism and Down syndrome. The Littleton Learning Center provides Early Intervention, center-based and in-home ABA therapy, Social Skills Programs, and parent education to children with autism and Down syndrome.

“At BCI, our mission has always been simple: to provide every child with compassionate, evidence-based care that helps them reach their fullest potential,” said Tiffany Zayas, Senior Regional Clinical Director. “We look forward to helping find success for every child in our care.” 

The Littleton Learning Center is enrolling new clients based in Littleton and surrounding towns, with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours. The center is conveniently located near I-495 and Route 2, and accessible by public transportation.

Open House in September

Families are invited to a sensory-friendly ice cream social/open house at the Littleton Learning Center on September 19, 2026, from 2 to 4 pm. This event will feature free ice cream, an opportunity to meet the team, and a calm and welcoming space to visit with other families.

For more information or to enroll a child at BCI in Littleton, call (508) 363-0200 or visit https://bciaba.com/locations/littleton

About BCI

BCI, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, BCI has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children with autism and Down syndrome find success and reach their unique potential.

In addition to the Littleton Learning Center, BCI has existing center-based ABA therapy Learning Centers in Beverly, Brockton, Fall River, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lawrence, Lowell, Newton, New Bedford, Quincy, Roxbury, Springfield, Sturbridge, Taunton, Wilmington, two locations in Worcester, MA, and a location in Nashua, NH.

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.

Transform Fireplaces, Outdoor Kitchens & More with Natural Stone Thin Veneer at TLC Supply

BRAINTREE, MA… Offering one of the South Shore’s largest selections of natural stone thin veneer, TLC Supply announces an expanded showroom at their 48 Arnold Street, Braintree, MA location.

Natural stone thin veneer at TLC Supply showroom

Serving Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Southern New Hampshire, TLC Supply is a “one-stop-shop” renowned for their comprehensive hardscape and masonry building materials used in commercial and residential construction. The company celebrates the versatility of natural stone thin veneer in their expanded showcase of design possibilities at their showroom.

Natural thin stone veneer is ideal for both commercial and residential projects. It is a genuine quarried stone with a thinner profile as it has been precisely cut or split. It lends timeless elegance to entryways, feature walls, facades, columns, fireplaces, and outdoor kitchens.

TLC Supply’s showroom features a wide range of stone types, colors, and textures sourced from trusted quarries. Granite, Quartzite, Bluestone, Fieldstone, Limestone and Sandstone are several different types of stone offered at TLC Supply.

Natural stone thin veneer is available in a variety of cuts, shapes and patterns, allowing for a custom look that complements any architectural style. Each shape provides a distinct aesthetic, from rustic to contemporary. Natural stone thin veneer collections encompass warm earth tones, cool grays, and mixed color blends to complement any architectural style from classic New England homes to contemporary designs. 

“Natural stone thin veneer is lighter and easier-to-install, yet it has the same durability, texture and color as traditional stone,” explained Rolanda Ross-Le, Vice President and General Manager of TLC Supply. “Essentially, contractors and homeowners can obtain the beauty of real stone without the weight, cost, or structural limitations of full-bed stone veneer, making it ideal for a variety of applications.”

To explore natural stone thin veneer samples, visit TLC Supply’s showroom at 48 Arnold Street, Braintree, MA or online at https://www.tlcsupply.com

In addition to natural stone veneer, TLC Supply offers a comprehensive range of industry-leading brands and products that include hardscaping such as pavers, retaining walls, granite, bluestone, limestone, porcelain, aggregates and sand, as well as masonry such as bricks, concrete blocks, bagged cements, repair mortars, chimney flues and caps, masonry cleaners, and sealers. The company has a full fleet of delivery trucks, and provides fast, reliable service across the region.

About TLC Supply, Inc.

TLC Supply, Inc. is a family-owned hardscape and masonry supplier dedicated to providing top-quality materials and expert service to general contractors, masons, architects, towns, municipalities, and homeowners throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Southern New Hampshire. Operating from their expansive location in Braintree, MA, TLC Supply offers a complete range of hardscaping and masonry products, rebar and other concrete reinforcement, custom fabrication services, and efficient delivery to help customers get the job done right. Their commitment to quality, expertise, and customer satisfaction sets them apart in the industry. For more information, visit www.tlcsupply.com.

Taking to the road to build social and vocational skills. LEARN Academy of Scottsdale, AZ, awarded new van.

SCOTTSDALE, AZ… LEARN Academy, formerly Chrysalis Academy, a state-approved private day school in Scottsdale serving students with autism and related disorders in grades K-12, has received a donation of a new van to enhance student learning opportunities beyond the classroom.

The new minivan, valued at $80K, was donated by the Chrysalis Academy Parents Association (CAPA), a non-profit organization that helps support the unique and special needs of the students, as well as contributes to their supportive learning environment.

The 12-person van accommodates five to six students along with support staff and will be utilized throughout the week for school-related activities. Operating within a 10-15 mile radius of the campus, the vehicle will provide transportation for both education and community-based experiences.

As the school’s first official transportation, the new van enables students to travel beyond the school campus to work on activities of daily living, communication, life, and vocational skills.

For high school students, the van is used for vocational training, providing transportation to businesses where they can gain essential skills and job experience. These opportunities may include positions such as stock associates, cashiers, and other community-based employment roles.

The van is also used to transport younger students on field trips to restaurants, stores, and other outings, helping these students gain experience in their community beyond the school environment. They will be exposed to new settings and new social opportunities. Students will have opportunities to strengthen communication skills, learn how to make purchases, order food, exchange money, and engage appropriately with community members.

“Many of our students need the extra help of our support staff, and we’ve received positive feedback from parents who are thrilled that their children are able to get out in the community and obtain success beyond the home and school environment,” said Abbie Tavizon, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA, Site Administrator for LEARN Academy Scottsdale. “The new van facilitates an important opportunity for students to engage in the community and develop necessary skills for success.”

About LEARN Academy Scottsdale

LEARN Academy (formerly Chrysalis Academy) in Scottsdale is an Arizona Department of Education-approved private day school for children with autism and related disorders in grades K-12+, based in south Scottsdale, AZ. LEARN Academy is contracted to provide educational services to more than 12 school districts in the state.

For more information about the Scottsdale campus, visit https://thelearnacademy.com/locations/scottsdale

For more information or to support the Chrysalis Academy Parents Association (CAPA), visit www.chrysalisacademyparentassociation.org

About LEARN Academy

LEARN Academy partners with schools across the country to strengthen special education and academic intervention programs and prepare students for success beyond the classroom. LEARN Academy provides expert support in special education compliance, behavioral health, and academic programming, all designed to help students reach their full potential. To learn how LEARN Academy can help schools teach meaningful vocational and life skills, visit thelearnacademy.com. 

LEARN Academy is part of LEARN Behavioral, 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 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.

New Autism Learning Center Now Open in Greenfield, WI.

No Waitlist and Flexible Treatment Hours for Area Families

GREENFIELD, WI… Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP) and Total Spectrum, providers of LEARN Behavioral, are proud to announce the grand opening of its new Greenfield Learning Center at 4131 W Loomis Rd., Suite 100, Greenfield, WI 53221.

WEAP and Total Spectrum are Greenfield’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) providers of center-based autism services for children ages 18 months to 4 years old. The new Greenfield Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy and Early Intervention. Outside of the center, the Greenfield team provides ABA therapy in the home and community settings.

“Our Greenfield Learning Center was established to meet the high demand for ABA autism services in southeastern Wisconsin,” said Heather Bania, BSc, WEAP Senior Regional Clinical Director – Milwaukee Region.

“We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with new families throughout greater Greenfield to help find success for every child in our care,” Brooke Marcellis, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director of Total Spectrum.

With no waitlist and flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules, the center is now enrolling new clients in Milwaukee County and beyond.

Key Features of the Greenfield Learning Center:

– ABA therapy, which includes a learning-rich environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.

-Center-based services in the city of Greenfield.

– An indoor gross motor space and an outdoor playground (currently underway).

– No waitlist and flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules.

– Serving children ages 18 months to 4 years old with personalized therapy plans.

– Conveniently located and easily accessible via I-41 and I-43 for families in the region.

For more information or to enroll a child at the Greenfield Learning Center, call (608) 662-9327

or visit https://wiautism.com/locations/greenfield

About WEAP & Total Spectrum

WEAP and Total Spectrum, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, are two of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. Together, they have provided evidence-based autism services for over 30 years and are dedicated to delivering personalized ABA therapy to help children and families find success.

The Greenfield Learning Center is WEAP and Total Spectrum’s seventh center-based ABA therapy location in the Greater Milwaukee area. The companies already have Learning Centers in Glendale, Oak Creek, Brookfield, Milwaukee, Mount Pleasant, and West Bend, WI.

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.

Johnson Brunetti to host free community screening of The Psychology of Retirement documentary

image of Psychology of Retirement poster

Johnson Brunetti, a local retirement and investment specialist firm, is hosting a free community movie event on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM at AMC Braintree 10, 121 Grandview Rd, Braintree, MA 02184. The evening will feature a special showing of The Psychology of Retirement, an educational film exploring the financial, emotional and social aspects of retirement. This includes coverage of Social Security and Medicare.

The movie, with Joel Johnson, co-founder of Johnson Brunetti, serving as one of its executive producers, includes commentary from leading financial thinkers, including Morgan Housel, author of the bestselling book The Psychology of Money, as well as prominent economists and public officials, such as David Walker, former Comptroller General and public trustee for Social Security and Medicare, David Duley, Jason Fichtner, Becky Swansberg, Rodney Brooks, Justin Fitzpatrick, Johnny Poulsen and Brian Wesbury.

“With inflation and market uncertainty top of mind, retirees need more than a number in their portfolio,” said David Shapiro, regional director of wealth at Johnson Brunetti. “This film shows how solid planning can weather economic headwinds and keep your retirement secure, regardless of what happens in the markets.”

Again, the free community screening of The Psychology of Retirement will take place on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM at AMC Braintree 10 in Braintree, Massachusetts. It’s open to individuals nearing retirement or recently retired. This screening offers a unique opportunity to explore the emotional and financial dimensions of retirement in a comfortable and engaging setting.

Johnson Brunetti’s licensed fiduciary advisors will introduce the film and explain the role financial planning plays in creating a secure investment portfolio, ensuring the golden years can be enjoyable. Interested attendees will be offered the opportunity to schedule a complimentary one-on-one appointment at one of their local offices throughout the state.

While the event is complimentary and open to the public, seating is limited, and advance registration will be required by calling Johnson Brunetti at 888-406-8122.

About Johnson Brunetti

Johnson Brunetti is a local retirement planning firm with offices in Needham, Franklin, Norwell and Woburn, MA. Named one of the Boston Business Journal’s 2026 Best Places to Work, 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.