OCES is expanding to serve more and Welcomes New Talent – Expansion to 11 South Shore Towns Drives Job Growth
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 with offices in Brockton and Plymouth, is growing.
To meet the growing needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities, OCES expanded its service area on June 1, 2026, to include communities throughout Greater Plymouth County and the South Shore. OCES now provides a variety of services including Home Care and Protective Services in the following communities (new service areas are highlighted in bold): Abington, Avon, Braintree, Bridgewater, Brockton, Carver, Cohasset, Duxbury, East Bridgewater, Easton, Halifax, Hanson, Hanover, Hingham, Holbrook, Hull, Kingston, Lakeville, Marshfield, Middleborough, Milton, Norwell, Pembroke, Plymouth, Plympton, Quincy, Randolph, Rockland, Scituate, Stoughton, Wareham, West Bridgewater, Weymouth, and Whitman. Starting July 1, OCES will offer additional programs to this area including Meals on Wheels.
“We are pleased to welcome residents from the South Shore. Many of the communities in our expanded service area border Plymouth County cities and towns where OCES has been providing services for more than 52 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive services and resources that enable South Shore residents to thrive in their own homes and in the community,” said Nicole Long, OCES’ CEO.
The award-winning nonprofit is proud to serve all 34 communities across Plymouth County and South Shore.
As OCES continues to grow through its expanded service area, the agency is looking for positive and motivated individuals to become part of its talented team. Recognized as a “Best Places to Work” honoree by Cape & Plymouth Business for three consecutive years, OCES is a culturally diverse and inclusive agency, fostering a culture of open communication and transparency.
Their company culture is built on a foundation of CARE, reflecting:
Commitment to staff, consumers, and the community
Accountability, collaboration, and adaptability
Respect, decency, and concern for others
Equity, justice, and inclusion for all
“Our commitment to CARE guides our interactions, decision-making, and service delivery, enabling us to make a positive impact on the lives of older adults, individuals with disabilities and their families,” explained Long.
Founded in 1974, OCES continues to grow and evolve. OCES’ leadership team includes Nicole Long, Chief Executive Officer; Anna Dee, Chief Operating Officer; Alisa DeLage, Chief Programs Officer; Rob Buckel-Gillis, Human Resources Director; and Yolanda America, Finance Director.
OCES’ offers their team members opportunities for advancement and professional development, a 401K Retirement Plan, health and other insurance benefits, generous paid time off and more.
For more information about OCES’ values, company culture and current job openings, visit
https://ocesma.org/get-involved/careers.
For expansion updates, visit ocesma.org
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