Peoples United Community Foundation of Eastern Massachusetts Donates $5K to Money Management Program

Peoples United Community Foundation of Eastern Massachusetts (PUCFEM) recently presented a $5,000 check to Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES). The generous donation will help support MVES’ Money Management Program, which […]

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TRIP Program Offers Older Adults Transportation to Stores, Medical Appointments and Social Activities

Accessible transportation services are vital for enabling older adults to live independently. The vast majority of older adults – nearly 90%, according to AARP – choose to age in place […]

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Volunteers Made a Real Impact in 2018–You Could Too in 2019!

As we look back at 2018, we are amazed by the impact Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) Volunteers have had in our communities. With more than 20,000 hours served this […]

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Meals on Wheels Program Essential During the Winter Months

The winter months are notoriously hard on older adults, which is why Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) stresses the importance of home visits, proper heating, physical checkups, social interaction, transportation […]

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Even Though it’s Cold Outside–Keep Moving!

It is important for older adults to exercise.  In fact, studies have shown that maintaining regular physical activity can help prevent many common diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes. […]

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Caregiving Is A Family Affair

When you are caring for a loved one, you can sometimes feel stressed and overwhelmed. You are not alone. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human […]

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Need Help Managing Your Finances During the Holiday Season?

As the hustle of the holiday season is upon us, many of us will work to get our personal finances in order. We’ll have gift-giving lists to generate, bills to […]

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Keeping Happy and Not SAD During the Holidays

Though a time of celebration, the holiday season is one of the hardest times of the year for many, and feelings of sadness, loss, or isolation are very common. The […]

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Enjoy Healthy Holiday Eating

The holidays are a time to enjoy friends, family and food! And with them right around the corner, you will be barraged with lots of your favorite foods.  But how […]

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Get Your Flu Shot Early this Year—Not the Flu

With the colder weather and the flu preparing to settle in for the winter, you need to take proactive steps against the flu. Public health officials are urging Americans to […]

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