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April Fool’s Day has a long history of merry-makin...
Mar 29, 2024 | ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT, LIFE, LOCAL |
MY GENERATION PODCAST: Nicole Long, Old Colony Eld...
Mar 1, 2024 | CAREGIVING, LIFE, LOCAL |
Home Equity Conversion Mortgages: How home equity surge may help you
Apr 28, 2024 | FINANCE & LEGAL, LOCAL | 0 |
By George A. Downey The post-pandemic historic spike in home prices – a boon to sellers, a challenge to buyers, and a potential blessing to homeowners that want to age in place. Why it matters A common fear...
Read MoreBenefits of volunteering stretch far beyond assisting nonprofit organizations
Mar 29, 2024 | CAREGIVING, LOCAL | 0 |
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW, CEO of Old Colony Elder Services April is National Volunteer Month, a time to celebrate and honor volunteers who help make a difference in the lives of so many and in the communities...
Read MoreDon’t spread your loot among lots of banks – here’s why
Mar 29, 2024 | FINANCE & LEGAL, LIFE, LOCAL | 0 |
By Alexis Levitt Lately I’ve been seeing clients who have spread their accounts over many different banks. My sense is that people do this over time, chasing good interest rates, and not exactly meaning to have so many banks in...
Read MoreWhen making investment decisions, get the skinny on dividends
By Chris Hanson When the North End’s “Skinny House” went on the market a couple of years ago, I jumped at the chance to take a look. I’ve always wanted to live in a historic house, but I quickly learned that the house wasn’t...
Read MoreLearn more about aging resources at Hanover event
Professionals representing various elder products and services will be presenting at the Hanover senior center this April. “It can be hard to know who you can turn to, and trust when a crisis situation happens,” said Resources...
Read MoreApril Fool’s Day has a long history of merry-making – and that’s no joke!
Mar 29, 2024 | ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT, LIFE, LOCAL | 0 |
By Marie Fricker On April Fool’s Day, Eileen Charter of Hull, a new Mom, served her two brothers...
Read MoreWhat Tom Selleck did not say, touting reverse mortgages, TV pitchman gained fame, but there’s more you need to know
Mar 29, 2024 | FINANCE & LEGAL, LIFE, LOCAL | 0 |
By George A. Downey Motion-picture and television actor Tom Selleck became the face of reverse mortgages through TV advertising. Unfortunately, his message to “explore the potential” has been confused as a recommendation that...
Read MoreMY GENERATION PODCAST: Nicole Long, Old Colony Elder Services
Mar 1, 2024 | CAREGIVING, LIFE, LOCAL | 0 |
Nicole Long, Old Colony Elder Services Listen to Spotify Nicole Long, CEO, and 18 years with the...
Read MoreSenior centers don’t just offer card games!
Feb 29, 2024 | CAREGIVING, LOCAL | 0 |
By Leon Merian, Leon Merian Group Senior Focused Real Estate Services Senior centers are more than just places for card games! Today’s senior centers differ significantly from those of your grandparents. While there might be a...
Read MoreCelebrate the important work of social workers during the month of March
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW,CEO of Old Colony Elder Services March is Social Work Month, a time for celebrating the important profession of social work. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, social work is among the...
Read MoreHull Nantasket Chamber sponsoring second St. Patrick’s Day celebration
The Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce invites the community to join the fun at its Second Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration from March 7-16. There’s something for everyone – delicious Irish cuisine, entertainment,...
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