May is Mental Health Awareness Month

By Nicole Long, CEO of Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) May is an important month dedicated to raising awareness about mental health. It provides an opportunity to foster a deeper understanding of mental health concerns and promote the availability of mental health services within our communities. Times have changed. Mental health and self-care (caring for … More May is Mental Health Awareness Month

The Winter Blues: Strategies for Fighting S.A.D.

By: Sandy Churchill Freezing weather is upon us, the earth quiets, and our windows look out on a nearly-monochrome world. While winter has its share of seasonal gifts to be savored, many of us struggle with the shorter days, grey skies, and diminished sunlight. Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) is gaining understanding as an area related … More The Winter Blues: Strategies for Fighting S.A.D.