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.
OCES was recognized as one of 40 honorees for the 2024 Best Places to Work in a well-attended ceremony on September 12, 2024, at Hotel 1620 in Plymouth, MA. The award was presented to Nicole Long, CEO, and Rob Buckel-Gillis, Human Resources Director.
Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing 2024 Best Places to Work were voted based on criteria including company culture, career advancement, staff appreciation, and giving back to the community.
“OCES is very proud to be named a Best Place to Work honoree for the second consecutive year, particularly as we celebrate our 50th anniversary milestone and significant growth,” said Nicole Long, CEO. “OCES is dedicated to providing a positive work environment with an emphasis on work/life balance. Every team member has an important role, and we appreciate their contributions and commitment to our mission and to our community.”
OCES Team
Founded in 1974, OCES continues to grow and evolve. Currently, OCES has 243 full-time and 26 part-time employees, and a 23-member Board of Directors. Their 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, Chief Finance Officer .
OCES aspires to be a culturally diverse and inclusive agency that removes barriers creating equity for all by empowering individuals and communities to thrive, age in place, and reach their highest potential.
According to Long, “OCES is at the forefront, providing essential services, creating awareness of critical issues, and serving as an important resource for older adults, people with disabilities, families, caregivers, and the larger community. We are dedicated to, and passionate about, helping others and improving lives.”
About 2024 Best Places to Work
For more information about Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing’s third annual award event, the 2024 Best Places to Work sponsored by Brabo, visit capeplymouthbusiness.com
About OCES
Celebrating 50 Years of Care and Collaboration and recognized as one of the 2023 and 2024 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing, OCES is a private, nonprofit organization with locations in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 23 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves Plymouth County and surrounding communities.
Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561
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