Category: LOCAL
Random acts of kindness create positive feelings for the recipient as well as the giver
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSWCEO of Old Colony Elder Services February is a month that celebrates care and compassion, highlighted by Valentine’s Day on February 14 and National Random Acts of Kindness Day on February 17.While...
Read MoreThe weight of knowing what’s ahead can compound the grief of impending loss
By Meghan Fitzpatrick, Hospice & Palliative Care RepresentativeOld Colony Hospice & Palliative Care One of the unexpected gifts of working in hospice is the way it gently dismantles assumptions you didn’t even realize...
Read MoreRetirement Dreams or Nightmares.
Friends? The importance of maintaining the connection By Steven V. Dubin As I was laughing louder than appropriate in a quiet restaurant, I realized my two friends Mike and Mike didn’t care. They were happy to be laughed with,...
Read MoreWhen should I hire an RN Case Manager for my mom?
Questions & Answers with Maria Burke, RN Q: I’m caring for my aging Mom and starting to feel overwhelmed. At what point should I consider hiring an RN Case Manager?A: This is one of the most common – and important –...
Read MoreEstate planning in the digital era: Why it matters more than ever
By Elizabeth A. Caruso, Esq. When most people hear “estate planning,” they think of wills, trusts, and bank accounts. But in today’s digital world, our lives extend far beyond paper documents and physical property. From online...
Read MoreCelebrating America’s 250th birthday: Events across the country offer something for every interest
By Victor Block A crowd gathered in Philadelphia recently to enjoy a reenactment of George Washington’s commissioning and wreath-laying at the tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier.Nearby, people were allowed to board a...
Read MoreSimple strategies will help you succeed in implementing your New Year’s fitness resolution
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. You may be one of countless seniors who at the beginning of each year make New Year resolutions that fade as time passes. While setting goals can be effective, the problem is most people often set...
Read MoreOCES Monthly ArticleJanuary 2026
MLK National Day of ServiceBy Nicole Long, CEO of OCES Every year on the third Monday of January, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., civil rights leader and activist. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a...
Read MoreSenior Living. Senior Solutions. Made Simple. How to sell your home during the holidays (without losing your cheer or your sanity)
By Korey Welch, Owner of Boom Realty and Senior Mortgage Broker, Loan Factory Selling your home during the holidays might sound as appealing as wrapping gifts with one hand tied behind your back, but with a little sparkle and...
Read MoreCelebrate the holiday season around the world with the best local flavors and traditions
By Victor Block Model boats are decorated with brightly glimmering lights. Women sprinkle water scented with basil around their house, which they believe will keep bad spirits away. Families dine on spit-roasted pork and fried...
Read MoreHow winter weather affects your teeth and gums
By Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD The Toothboss, www.toothboss.com Winter is coming. No avoiding that. As the temperature drops, we all feel the effects of winter, ranging from dry skin and chapped lips to the occasional chill in our...
Read MoreA look back: Celebrating our heritage on National Roots Day
By Michelle Sonia, President and CEOSeniors Helping Seniors Boston South Shore It seems there is a “national day” for just about everything. Some days even have multiple things to celebrate. As we head into the busy holiday...
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