Dec 31

Annette and Michael, two members of the Springwell community, smiling at one another at a supportive housing site.

Supportive housing services change lives

This year, Springwell’s Supportive Housing Program, funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence, has expanded into Northborough housing sites at Colonial Village and Heritage Village, and to Hudson housing sites at Brigham Circle and Norma Oliver Village. Supportive housing partnerships like these offer adults aged 60 and older, as well as people [...]

Dec 09

Rosemarie and her care liaison from the Hospital to Home Program

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

group of older people, smiling

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 [...]

Jul 25

older woman eating ice cream

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 [...]

Mar 16

4 smiling unidentified members of the Springwell AAA committee

Springwell Grantees Help Address Area Needs

In 1965, the Older Americans Act (OAA) was passed by Congress to “create a comprehensive and coordinated system of care for elderly Americans.” The program, funded with federal grants, is administered locally across the country by Area Agencies on Aging (AAA). In part of its role as an AAA, Springwell works with community partners in [...]