Old Colony Elder Services Honored as one of “Best Places to Work”

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA…

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the non-profit agency with offices in Brockton and Plymouth and proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County, has been honored as one of Cape & Plymouth Business Media 2023 Best Places to Work. 
 
OCES was recognized as one of Cape & Plymouth Business Media’s top 40 honorees for the 2023 Best Places to Work in a well-attended ceremony on September 13, 2023, at the Cape Codder Resort in Hyannis, MA. 
 
“OCES is proud to be named 2023 Best Places to Work honoree among the South Shore and Cape Cod’s businesses recognized for team culture, community involvement, employee engagement and more. Creating a great place to work helps lift all stakeholders,” said Nicole Long, CEO, who accepted the award. 
 
Cape & Plymouth Business Media 2023 Best Places to Work nominations were voted based on criteria in team culture, hiring, training, community service and company communication. Nominations were made by staff, volunteers, and vendors. 
 
Over the past 49 years, OCES has grown to 243 full-time and 26 part-time employees, with 23 members on their Board of Directors. OCES’ leadership team includes Nicole Long, Chief Executive Officer; Anna Dee, Chief Operating Officer; Alisa DeLage, Chief Programs Officer; Rob Buckel-Gillis, Human Resources Director and Yolanda America, Finance Director. 
 
According to Long, “We’re very proud of our organization’s innovative company culture. Every team member has an important role, and we recognize and appreciate their dedication, contributions, and commitment to our mission and to our community.” 
 
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. OCES aspires to be a culturally diverse and inclusive agency that removes barriers creating equity for all by empowering individuals and communities to thrive, age in place, and reach their highest potential. 
 
About 2023 Best Places to Work 
For more information about Cape & Plymouth Business Media 2023 Best Places to Work sponsored by Brabo, visit capeplymouthbusiness.com 
 
About OCES 
Founded in 1974, OCES proudly serves greater Plymouth County and surrounding communities. OCES is a private, non-profit organization headquartered in Brockton with a second office in Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 23 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 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 www.ocesma.org.