By Nicole Long, CEO of Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) Do you feel unsteady on your feet? Have you ever passed up an opportunity to participate in an activity that you enjoy, because you were afraid of falling? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults … More Risks For Falls and Aging: What You Need To Know.
By Nicole Long, CEO of Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) In July, we celebrate independence! There are many older adults who can maintain their independence by living in their own houses, and some of them live alone. As an older adult, it is important to maintain relationships with those in your life or individuals in … More Staying Connected While Celebrating Independence
By Nicole Long, CEO of Old Colony Elder Services Even though May has come to an end, we at OCES would like to extend the celebration into June! May was Older Americans Month, which recognizes and celebrates older adults’ contributions to our society. Have you heard? Massachusetts has more residents aged 60 or older than … More A Time to Celebrate Contributions and Legacies: Older Americans Month!
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”
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