Central Boston Elder Services, Inc., a non-profit corporation, helps Boston area seniors remain in their homes by providing short and long-term care.
Boston, MA.
Joined July 2012
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Join @CBES_Connection in the fight to end elder abuse! We will be walking around the Boston Common on June 15 from 10AM-12PM to raise awareness on the signs of elder abuse and how to stop them. See you at the Parkman Bandstand!
Register for the walk here: forms.office.com/Pages/Respo…
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A cold emergency has been declared in the City of Boston beginning Friday, February 3, through Sunday, February 5.
Learn more at boston.gov/cold
ALT red graphic with text in English: A cold emergency has been declared beginning Friday, February 3 through Sunday, February 5. Learn more at boston.gov/cold
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Happy Home Care Recognition Day! Thank you to the #HomeCareHeroes of MA. In-home care supports older adults and individuals with disabilities to be #HealthyatHome and promote #AgingInPlace. Thank you today and everyday! #HomeCareisEssential #EssentialWorkers
Today is Home Care Recognition Day! Please show your support for the more than 60,000 #homecareheroes in MA who provide in-home care to older adults and individuals w/ disabilities! They have gone above and beyond during the #COVID19 pandemic! #EssentialWorkers #aginginplace
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If you represent an organization in Boston that works with older adults, we want to hear from you about the technology access and needs for the older adults that you work with and/or are connected to. Let's close the #digitaldivide. It starts with data. bit.ly/TechOlderAdults
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Check out this wonderful conversation between @MassHomeCare Director @lgurgone and @gerontologyumb Director Len Fishman as they discuss the importance of #homecare and the vital work of our Aging Services Network #ASAP #AAA #aginginplace
The challenges of providing elder #homecare and other aging services in the time of #COVID. Gero Institute Director Len Fishman talks with @MassHomeCare exec dir Lisa Gurgone about how it's getting done. Read the conversation. bit.ly/2CYfuSj #elderlycare #LTSS @lgurgone
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It is hard to stay inside during summer. When you go out, take these steps protect yourself from #COVID19:
•Avoid crowded areas
•Stay 6 ft. away from others
•Wear a face covering
•Wash your hands often
•Disinfect frequently touched surfaces
•Stay home if you are sick
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There are more than 20 #COVID19 testing sites in Boston where you can get tested for free. To find a location near you, the hours and contact information, visit: ow.ly/6CB750AeOGb. The State also launched a testing website. Visit: ow.ly/AeWT50AeOGa
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In celebration of #HomeCareAideRecognitionDay,@BostonElderINFO thanks our frontline #homecareaides for providing essential services to #older adults & keeping them #healthyathome! #HealthCareHeroes #AginginPlace #ASAPs @MassHomeCare @ethocare @CBES_Connection
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You are invited to a virtual #MemorySunday event! Help us raise awareness about Alzheimer's & hear from experts on memory loss.
Sunday, 6/14 (2-4 PM)
Log on to bereaboston.org or Facebook at bereaboston
Questions? Call (617) 427-2201
@ADRCMass @Mass_EOEA @AgeStrongBos
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The Rental Relief Fund is accepting pre-screening forms. $5 million in federal funds will help Boston residents at risk of losing rental housing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Visit boston.gov/rental-relief for the pre-application form and more information about the fund.
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#ElderAbuseAwarenessMonth
ODU study shows rise in crimes of fraud and abuse
against ‘older persons’ during pandemic wavy.com/news/local-news/nor…
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Answer the call and stop the spread of COVID-19! Verify the MA COVID Team is calling, look for calls with area code 833 or 857 & your phone will say the call is from “MA COVID Team”. Help stop the spread of the virus. Learn more at mass.gov/matracingteam
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We know many families are struggling right now. If you're feeling overwhelmed during the #COVID19MA public health crisis, it's okay to ask for help.
@Mass_211 is a great resource for you and your family - don't hesitate to dial 2⃣1⃣1⃣ today!
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In response to the #coronavirus #COVID19 crisis, @AgeStrongBos and @BOSfoodaccess are providing a way for residents to find open food locations. We have information on soup kitchens, food pantries, and adult and youth meal sites: boston.gov/covid19-food
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Families with loved ones in nursing homes can now dial one dedicated hotline. In conjunction with @MassDPH & @Mass_EOEA, we created the Nursing Home Family Resource Line so you can get the info & resources you need.
📞: 617-660-5399
#COVID19MA
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#Covid19MA #DTA Update:
#SNAP interim reports & recertifications and #TAFDC reevaluations due in March, April and May have been automatically extended.
For more DTA #COVID19 updates, visit: Mass.gov/dta/covid-19
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Staying home can feel isolating. Call your older loved ones or elderly neighbors. We’ve been making robocalls to update seniors with the latest information, but it’s important that they hear from you too. If you know any senior in need of any help, tell them to reach out to 311.
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@BostonElderINFO is here to help #olderadults & #peoplewithdisabilities get the services and supports they need during this difficult time. Call us at 617-292-6211 or submit an online referral through our website elderinfo.org/referrals/refe…. #COVID19MA @ethocare @CBES_Connection
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Today, our administration announced an online portal where individuals and companies can easily donate or sell personal protective equipment and volunteer to support the COVID-19 outbreak here in the Commonwealth.
🔗Details: bit.ly/39r6C23
