Vice President/Director of Account Leadership at Jennings.
From: Dena Miller, Family and Community Resources, Inc. 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men will experience abuse from an intimate partner in their lifetime, and yet there is still so much confusion over what “counts” as abusive. Since October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we went back to DV101 and lay out some truths … More Back to Basics: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
By: Signature Healthcare Communications Team October is nationally recognized as SIDS Awareness Month—a time to share vital information about infant sleep safety and to help caregivers feel empowered with clear, evidence‑based steps to protect babies. At Signature Healthcare, we’re committed to supporting the families in our community by spreading awareness about what’s known today to … More Sleeping Safely: How Families Can Help Reduce the Risk of SIDS
By: Signature Healthcare Communications Team Every October, communities across the country come together for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to honor survivors, support those in treatment, and importantly, raise awareness about early detection and prevention. At Signature Healthcare, we join this effort wholeheartedly. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers … More Spotlight on Strength: October Is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
by Maria Almeida, Program Coordinator with Greater Brockton Healthy Families Greater Brockton Healthy Families is proud to celebrate the accomplishments achieved over the past fiscal year. Our mission is rooted in supporting parents, strengthening families, and building brighter futures for children and families in our community. With the dedication of our staff, partners, and participants, we have … More A great year for Healthy Families
by: Katelyn McSweeney – LICSW Center for Healthy Beginnings at Signature Healthcare This week (9/15-9/21) draws attention to the many families who may struggle with diaper needs across the country. Many families often struggle to afford the cost of disposable diapers. In Massachusetts, disposable diapers can cost an average of $70-100 per month, or about … More National Diaper Need Awareness Week
Katelyn McSweeney is proud to serve as a social worker in Signature Healthcare’s Center for Health Beginnings. It’s a program designed to create better outcomes for mothers and their newborns. Get to know Katelyn and the services the Center provides for the community in this enlightening blogger profile.
By Nicole Long, CEO of OCES 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 … More Grandparents Day
by: Lindsay Schwartz, RD LDN We need carbohydrates for energy and sugar is a type of carbohydrate that is naturally found in some foods, like fruits and dairy products. Sugar can also be added to foods and fluids, like breakfast cereal and soda. Added sugar is recommended to be consumed in moderation. The American Heart … More The Scoop on Sugar
Dennis P. Carman, President & CEO United Way of Greater Plymouth County If it is okay to “wear our hearts on our sleeves”, then is it also acceptable to “wear our hope around our necks”? I started wearing neckties only because I had to when I transferred from North Haven Public Schools in Connecticut to attend … More Ties for Hope and Health
by Dena Miller Coordinator of Events, Interns, and Volunteers – Family and Community Resources Summer is winding down and students across our community are getting ready to go back to school. A new school year comes with exciting opportunities, in new grades, new classes, new friends, and new relationships. While exciting, these transitions naturally create … More Student Wellness for Back to School
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