OCES News & Events

Ten local caregivers were honored with Caregiver Appreciation Awards at a special luncheon acknowledging National Family Caregivers Month in November. The luncheon was held at Fireside Grille in Middleboro, MA.

Read more … 10 Local Caregivers Honored During National Family Caregivers Month

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest non-profit provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, kicks off this year’s #GivingTuesday campaign with a goal of raising $20,000 for their Behavioral Health and Wellness programs.

Read more … Raising Funds for Behavioral Health and Wellness Programs - Old Colony Elder Services Kicks Off #GivingTuesday Campaign

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest nonprofit provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Southeastern Massachusetts, has announced that a special meal will be available in November at community dining sites and will also be delivered to Meals on Wheels recipients.

Read more … OCES Announces Thanksgiving Meal on November 26th for Community Dining and Meals on Wheels Recipients

November is National Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and honor caregivers.

According to the “Caregiving in the U.S. 2025” report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, one in four adults provides ongoing care for an older adult, a person with a disability, or someone living with a serious illness. Since 2015, the total number of adults providing ongoing care has grown by 20 million, reaching an astounding 63 million people.

Read more … NOVEMBER ARTICLE: Honoring Caregivers

The World Health Organization defines ageism as “the stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel), and discrimination (how we act) toward others or oneself based on age.”

Ageism is one of the most pervasive forms of prejudice and shows up in everyday life in the way people interact, the biases held against different age groups, and the constant stream of negative messages about aging normalized by society.

Read more … OCTOBER ARTICLE: What is Ageism?

Guest Deana Andrade, Licensed Independent Social Worker and Behavioral Health Manager at OCES discusses Behavioral Health Outreach for an Aging Population with Host Tremeda Martin.

Read more … Community Options Ep. 313 - Behavioral Health Outreach for an Aging Population

Guest Ruth Levitsky from AARP Massachusetts joins OCES CEO, Nicole Long to discuss The Six Pillars of Brain Health program.

Read more … Community Options Ep. 312 - The Six Pillars of Brain Health

For the third consecutive year, 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 recognized as a “2025 Best Places to Work” honoree by Cape & Plymouth Business Marketing.

Read more … Old Colony Elder Services Recognized as a “2025 Best Places to Work” Honoree

Every year, on the first Sunday after Labor Day, we celebrate Grandparents Day! It is a special day to honor and connect with grandparents and pay tribute to them for their involvement in our lives.

Grandparents often play a key role in supporting families, including grandchildren. Some grandparents live far but maintain close bonds through phone calls, video chats, and visits when they can. Others live nearby and are actively caring for their grandchildren. In some families, grandparents step in as primary caregivers, raising their grandchildren in their own homes.

Read more … SEPTEMBER ARTICLE: Grandparents Day

September is Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness about the growing number of grandparents who are raising children due to various circumstances. We discussed this important topic with our guest; Deanna Forist, Co-Chair of The Massachusetts Commission on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren.

Read more … Community Options Ep. 311 - Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

During National Caregivers Month, 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, will celebrate dedicated caregivers who make a positive impact in others’ lives.

Read more … OCES to Honor Caregivers During National Caregivers Month - Nominate a Caregiver

When unprecedented flooding from torrential rain on August 11th caused catastrophic damage, overwhelmed emergency services, and left thousands in urgent need in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) immediately stepped up.

Read more … OCES Supports Flood Victims in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde

Nine older adults at Stoughton Adult Day Health recently celebrated completing a six-week basic computer skills course through the “Traveling Computer Lab – Digital Literacy for Older Adults” program. Offered by Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the program aims to bridge the digital divide and equip seniors with essential technology skills for greater confidence and independence.

Read more … Seniors at Stoughton Adult Day Health Complete Digital Literacy Course with OCES Traveling Computer Lab

September is recognized as Falls Prevention Awareness Month. This show will give you an opportunity to assess your risk of falling and to take proactive steps to keep yourself safe. We discussed this important topic with our guest; Donna Forand, Healthy Living Coordinator at OCES.

Read more … Community Options Ep. 310 - Fall Prevention

August marks National Wellness Month, a time to focus on physical, mental, and emotional health, and encouraging individuals to prioritize their overall well-being.  Self-care is the intentional act of supporting your own well-being’ this is not just helpful, it's essential!

Read more … AUGUST ARTICLE: National Wellness Month

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 Brenda Carrens, Community Programs Director, as she retired after 20 years at OCES.

Read more … OCES Honors Dedicated Community Programs Director as she Retires