Caring for a loved one who requires daily assistance can be challenging. Medicaid recognizes this by providing great programs designed to support family caregivers. Unfortunately, some of those programs are not available for caregiver spouses… Continue Reading New spouse-as-caregiver bill gives families more options
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They say the best things in life are free, and the same goes for many of the services and programs offered at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES). As a state and federally designated elder services access… Continue Reading Six free services at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services
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The Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) Nutrition program is distributing free farmers’ market coupons for eligible older adults the week of July 22. Available through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the $25 coupons can be used to… Continue Reading The 2019 Farmers’ Market Coupons are Coming Soon!
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Roughly 10 percent of older adults have experienced some form of elder abuse or neglect—but less than one out of every 14 cases is reported to authorities. Abuse and neglect know no boundaries and all… Continue Reading Thank you for supporting Elder Abuse Awareness Month 2019
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Kristin Bell specializes in helping older adults find housing that fits their needs, and she recently shared some of her expertise as a featured speaker at the 21st Annual NERSC (New England Resident Service Coordinators)… Continue Reading SCES Housing Specialist speaks at NERSC Conference
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Malnutrition is prevalent among older adults and can lead to a wide range of health problems. Unfortunately, it often goes undiagnosed. To help change that, Somerville Cambridge Elder Serivces (SCES) and agencies across Massachusetts will… Continue Reading Malnutrition Awareness Week focuses on life-saving education
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Connecting people with useful resources is a huge part of what we do at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES). On behalf of the agency, I want to thank everyone who took the time to connect with… Continue Reading Thank you for celebrating Elder Fair 2019 with us
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I’m not a huge fan of New Year’s resolutions, but one incident over my holiday break has me dedicated to doing more in the coming year. It was Christmas dinner at my father’s house, and… Continue Reading Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services is here to help in 2019
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Meals on Wheels doesn’t take a day off for Thanksgiving and I would like to thank the many volunteers who braved the cold, so that our drivers could spend the holiday with their families. All… Continue Reading Thank you, Thanksgiving Meals on Wheels volunteers
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November is Caregiver Appreciation Month, and it’s a great time to recognize unsung heroes who do amazing work each day. I’ve worked with hundreds of family caregivers over the years, and their stories never cease… Continue Reading Caregiver Appreciation Month 2018 recognizes unsung heroes
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