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Dec 09
Hospital to Home
Rosemarie, a retired paralegal, is happy to be living independently in her own home following an unexpectedly challenging stretch that started with a double hip replacement. The resulting weakness and loss of mobility led to multiple hospital admissions and eventually a recommendation that she consider assisted living. In April, during Rosemarie’s stay at Newton Wellesley […]
Nov 03
The Grandma Scam
If you are lucky enough to have a few grandchildren, you may sometimes get a call that starts with “Hi Grandma, it’s me..” which then leaves you to rapidly sort through names in your head and quickly respond, “Is that you, Richard?” The phone connection may not be completely clear or your hearing may not [...]Sep 26
Springwell Wants to Hear from You!
Every four years, the Massachusetts State Plan on Aging is revised based on the needs of older adults (age 60+) and family caregivers. The Plan serves to shape the policy development and programs that the Executive Office of Elder Affairs will pursue to promote independence, empowerment, and well-being so those in need will have resources [...]Aug 20
Main Street Bank Supports the Money Management Program
As reports of elder financial abuse rise, Springwell received word that the Main Street Group Foundation would be providing a grant in support of its Money Management Program for 2024. Recently, Julie Aldie, Jamie Conaghan, and Jeff Tucker of Main Street Bank presented the grant that will help low-income, vulnerable seniors and adults with disabilities [...]Jul 25
Summer Pleasures for Caregivers
Caregiving responsibilities don't take a break - not even for the beautiful days of summer when they arrive. In fact, caregiving can make it challenging for both a caregiver and their care recipient to find time and energy to appreciate the opportunities presented by warmer weather. Here we are re-sharing some some ideas with a [...]Jun 15
Protective Services Team Inspires Gratitude
Often when people think about elder abuse, the first thing that comes to mind is physical harm. Elder abuse also includes sexual and emotional abuse as well as neglect, self-neglect, and financial exploitation. Money scams and fraud are forms of financial exploitation. Today, 1 in 10 Massachusetts older adults are reported to be victims of [...]May 15
Powered by Connection: Older Americans Month
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM), a time to recognize older Americans' contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm commitments to serving the older adults in our communities. The 2024 theme is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections [...]Apr 17
In Memorium: Ken Alpert
In September, 2023, after 42 years working as a Care Manager for Springwell, Ken Alpert died at the young age of 67. Like his idol, Carl Yastrzemski, who played for just one team, the Boston Red Sox, for his entire Major League career, Ken spent his entire Care Manager career at Springwell. Ken graduated from [...]Mar 16
