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Sen. Pat Jehlen Receives GREY2K 2014 Leadership Award
On Saturday, October 11, the board of directors of GREY2K USA Worldwide announced awards to key lawmakers in five states. State Senator Patricia Jehlen was awarded the 2014 Leadership Award for her...
View ArticleJehlen: Elder Affairs Funding Should be Budget Priority
Dear Editor, As a growing number of “baby boomers” reach retirement age, we need to do more to address the needs of older Massachusetts residents. The state’s population is expected to grow by 6%...
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Former Malden Nursing Home Receives Historic Preservation Tax Credits
The re-development of the former McFadden Memorial Manor Nursing Home in Malden has been selected to receive $300,000 of Massachusetts Historical Rehabilitation Tax Credit Funds. The funding will be...
View ArticleFree Education Series for Early Stage Alzheimer’s Caregivers
The Alzheimer’s Association is presenting a series of workshops on for family members of people in the middle stages of Alzheimer’s. The first workshop in this series will be held Thursday, September...
View ArticleElder Economic Security Commission Releases Report of Recommendations
The Elder Economic Security Commission released its final report today, including several policy recommendations that would reduce the risk of economic hardship for older adults in Massachusetts. The...
View ArticleFree Workshop to Address Dementia-Related Behaviors
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. In an effort to inform the public on various aspects of Alzheimer’s and dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association will presenting a workshop on behaviors...
View ArticlePolice Chief, Sheriff to Address Seniors on Scams
Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian and Medford Police Chief Leo Sacco will meet with local seniors on Tuesday, June 21, at the Medford Senior Center to discuss ways residents can protect themselves...
View ArticleSen. Jehlen Supports Bill Strengthening Economic Security for Older Adults
The Massachusetts Senate passed S. 1494, An Act increasing the property tax deferral for seniors, sponsored by Senator Patricia D. Jehlen (D-Somerville). This legislation would offer property tax...
View ArticleFree Education Series to Provide Crucial Skills for Dementia Caregivers
The Alzheimer’s Association is presenting a series of workshops on essential skills for family and caregivers. The first workshop in this series will be held Wednesday, October 19 from 5:00 – 7:00...
View ArticleLocal Program Delivers Holiday Spirit to Local Seniors
The holidays are a time to celebrate the joy and warmth of the season with friends and family. In Lexington, the local Home Instead Senior Care® office is inviting the community to celebrate with local...
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