OCES News & Events
Old Colony Elder Services Named as a 2024 Best Place to Work
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, has been named as a Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing 2024 Best Places to Work honoree. It is the second consecutive year that OCES has received this award.
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OCTOBER ARTICLE: A positive self-perception of aging is key. Join us in Recognition of Ageism Awareness Day
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) and the American Society on Aging (ASA) will recognize Ageism Awareness Day on Oct. 9, 2024. Modeled after the United Nation’s International Day of Older Persons (Oct. 1), Ageism Awareness Day is an opportunity to highlight the prejudice of ageism and its effects.
SEPTEMBER ARTICLE: Celebrating Grandparents!
Every year on the first Sunday after Labor Day, people celebrate National Grandparents Day in honor of grandparents.
Grandparents hold a special role in their grandchildren’s lives – a role that includes sharing their wisdom and experiences. Grandparents are a source of strength and oftentimes are their grandchildren’s greatest advocates.
OCES is shining a light on Caregivers and honoring their commitment to caregiving. Nominate a Caregiver for National Caregiver Month
OCES the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, is putting the spotlight on caregivers in honor of National Caregiver Month.
AUGUST ARTICLE: Falls Prevention Awareness Week is coming in September
Did you know? The number one cause of injury and injury-related fatality among older adults is unintentional falling. According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), more than half of all falls happen at home.
Objects such as footstools, floor plants, electrical cords, pillows, bedding, shoes, throw rugs and other items on the floor are all considered “trip hazards” and may cause you to fall.
The most common injury from a fall is a fracture. Older adults who have a condition such as osteoporosis, are particularly at risk of a fracture from a fall.
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Community Options Ep. 286, Falls Prevention
In Episode 286 of Community Options we are discussing Falls Prevention with Pat Livie and Donna Forand of OCES' Healthy Living Department.
OCES Holds Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon & Awards Ceremony in Kingston
More than 225 volunteers attended OCES’ Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon and Awards Ceremony on May 29, 2024. Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, honored their volunteers with a special luncheon at Indian Pond Country Club in Kingston, MA.
OCES is a Certifying Organization of the National President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) that honors outstanding volunteers and recognizes the impact they make. Armindo Rocha, OCES’ Volunteer Programs Manager, and Cidalia America, OCES’ Volunteer Coordinator, hosted the event and presented special awards to 15 volunteers.
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Community Options Ep. 300, LGBTQ+ Programs available in our community
In Episode 300 of Community Options we are LGBTQ+ programs available in our community
Guests include:
Emily Williams - Director of the Bridgewater COA
Joanne Moore - Director of the Duxbury COA
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JULY ARTICLE: July is Disability Pride Month!
Disability Pride Month, celebrated every July, commemorates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) legislated in July 1990 to extend civil rights protections to people with disabilities. It is a time to celebrate people with disabilities and honor the history and achievements of the disability community.
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) supports the independence of older adults and people with disabilities to thrive in their own homes and in the community.
JUNE ARTICLE: Pride Month - LGBTQIA+ Senior Luncheon
In June, we celebrate Pride Month and commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Uprising which served as a catalyst for the global movement for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) rights.
Join Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) in remembering this important time in history. OCES supports everyone without exception!
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Community Options Ep 299: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
In Episode 299 of Community Options we are discussing the important topic of World Elder Abuse Awareness with the following community leaders:
Mayor Robert Sullivan, City of Brockton
Timothy Cruz, Plymouth County District Attorney
Joseph D. McDonald, Plymouth County Sherriff
Terri Kourtz, OCES Protective Services Director
Lauren Conrod, Brockton COA Assistant Director
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OCES Celebrates 50-Year Milestone and Program Growth
More than 145 supporters gathered at Hotel 1620 Plymouth Harbor in Plymouth, MA last week to celebrate Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) 50th anniversary milestone, followed by “50 Years of Care and Collaboration” luncheon and awards ceremony.
A nonprofit organization with offices in Brockton and Plymouth, OCES is the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts.
Attendees included legislators, civic and business leaders, vendors, partner organizations, donors, and health care professionals. The event featured Life Is Good Playmaker Project creator Steve Gross as guest speaker, and 95.9 WATD Radio host Rob Hakala as emcee.
In recognition of OCES' 50th Anniversary, official citations were given by the following: Representative Mathew J. Muratore; and Representative Kathleen R. LaNatra; Michael Jackman, Office of Congressman William R. Keating. Legislative Aide James F. Breton presented the citation for the senate office for Senator Michael Brady; Senator Susan L. Moran; Senator Walter F. Timilty.
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Celebrate Pride
Thursday June 6, 2024
5-7PM
Putt-Putt Golf, Live Entertainment & BBQ Dinner with pulled chicken sandwiches and all the fixins!
No charge, all are welcome!
To register: go to Duxburyseniorcenter.org
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15th. “March Against Elder Abuse” events to be held in Brockton and Plymouth.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is June 15th. To recognize this, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) has launched a WEAAD campaign including events in both Brockton and Plymouth.
MAY ARTICLE: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month - a time to create a better understanding of mental health issues and advocate for mental health services in our communities.
Times have changed. Mental health and self-care (caring for your own well-being) are now front and center on a national level. This is a good thing. However, it is important to continue the conversation and outreach on a local level to ensure that everyone has access to behavioral health services and supports.
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