Sometimes we see changes with older friends or family members that spark concerns. Wanting to help is entirely natural, but those good intentions can sometimes lead to disagreements, frustration, and arguments. It is a common… Continue Reading Five tips for tactfully offering assistance to a loved one
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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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Want to make a difference the community? The Medical Advocate program at Somerville Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) is currently seeking caring volunteers to help older adults navigate medical appointments. We will introduce you to an… Continue Reading Medical Advocates Needed in Cambridge and Somerville
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The social and health benefits of Meals on Wheels were recently featured on the Magic 106.7 podcast, Exceptional Women. The episode featured Deb McLean, who is Nutrition Programs Director at Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES). Speaking… Continue Reading ‘Exceptional Women’ showcases the impact of Meals on Wheels
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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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A free training program that provides family caregivers with skills and knowledge about dementia is returning to Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (SCES) in May. Registration is now open for the next round of Savvy Caregiver training,… Continue Reading Savvy Caregiver Dementia Training Returns in May
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Adult Foster Care (AFC) is a life-changing program for thousands of family caregivers across the Commonwealth. If you appreciate the vital work caregivers do, please consider joining us at Beacon Hill for Adult Foster Care… Continue Reading Family caregivers to rally at Adult Foster Care Awareness Day
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Caregivers lead busy lives. It’s often a challenge just to keep up with day-to-day obligations. But family caregiver emergency planning is important, and something that should always be kept up-to-date. Emergencies happen, and a crisis… Continue Reading How solid is your family caregiver emergency planning?
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Loneliness is a common problem for older adults, and there is a growing body of research that indicates it can be hazardous to your health. Some 43 percent of older adults self-identified as lonely during… Continue Reading 5 Things to consider when facing loneliness later in life
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Family caregivers do amazing work every day, helping loved ones receive the care they need at home. It’s not an easy job, but Adult Foster Care is a great MassHealth-funded program that provides family caregiver… Continue Reading How Adult Foster Care provides family caregiver support
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