By: Erlynn St. Cyr, Marketing Specialist At Old Colony Elder Services No matter gender, identity, race, or sexual orientation, OCES supports everyone without exception and welcomes all. From our perspective, there is “no wrong door” when an older adult (age 60+), or individuals living with a disability, contacts any one of the Aging & Disability … More Supporting All Has “No Wrong Door”
Post written by: Marsha Weiner, LICSW, Manager of Behavioral Health Services, Signature Healthcare Self-esteem or self-worth are such broad concepts and can be overused. What do they really mean? The definition according to Meriam Webster Dictionary: A confidence and satisfaction in oneself: SELF-RESPECT. For those with positive self-esteem, having confidence in themselves and their decisions … More SELF-ESTEEM AND MENTAL HEALTH
Emily Ann Richmond, Marketing Coordinator at BAMSI During my pregnancy, I was told that having a boy would be easier than having a girl. However, as my son enters his mid-teens, I see him drowning in a sea of toxic masculinity. I constantly question if I’m doing enough to raise my son to be true … More Navigating the Challenges of Raising a Son in a World of Toxic Masculinity
This post is by Tina Cardoso, Executive Director, Cape Verdean Women United On Saturday, March 18th, Cape Verdean Women United hosted our first annual women’s conference in honor of Women’s history month. The event featured several panelists highlighting important issues that affect women in our community and interactive workshops. Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell opened … More CVWU First Annual Women’s Conference
This post is by Dennis P. Carman, President & CEO of United Way of Brockton, MA. Whether we hum it, strum it, sing it, say it, whistle it, or play it, music can be a powerful force for good in our lives. There is research abounding that testifies to the healing and renewing properties of music. My point … More Surrounding Ourselves with “Signature Songs”
By Nicole Long, MSW, LICSW, Old Colony Elder Services Have you heard? Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Knowing your family health history and the risk factors for heart disease, making heart-healthy choices, having regular check-ups, and working with … More The Importance of a Healthy Heart: small steps to improve your lifestyle.
Nicole M. Long, LICSW, Chief Executive Officer, Old Colony Elder Services There are many ways we can make the world a better place. Volunteering is one of them. In April, we celebrate National Volunteer Month and all the individuals who generously donate their time and effort to make a difference in the lives of so … More Volunteers Make a Difference
Meaghan Avery, Senior Program Director – Healthy Living, OLD COLONY YMCA According to the CDC, 1 in 5 children are living with obesity. Conversations about weight and health can be difficult but they are important to have with your child to help them lead a happy and healthy life as an adult. It is imperative to … More Healthy Habits for Healthy Families
Dr. Tanvi Maharaja, PT, DPT, OCS, Pelvic PT, Signature Healthcare Urinary urgency and frequency are common symptoms that affect millions of people worldwide. These symptoms can be very disruptive to a person’s daily life and can have a significant impact on their quality of life. Urinary urgency is the sudden, intense urge to urinate. It … More Bladder Health
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