Mental Health Outreach Program for Spanish-Speaking Residents

Since the start of the pandemic more than two years ago, more and more people are talking about behavioral health issues including loneliness, social isolation, and emotional changes. An increasing […]

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Metro Boston Aging and Disability Resource Consortium Receives Grant to Promote COVID-19 Booster Vaccinations

Metro Boston Aging and Disability Resource Consortium (ADRC), in which Mystic Valley Elder Services is a member, was recently awarded a grant from the Administration for Community Living to promote […]

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Do Not Lose Sleep Worrying About Insomnia

There’s nothing quite as frustrating as not being able to get to sleep and stay asleep. Insomnia happens to most people at one time or another in their life but […]

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New CEO Discusses Her Vision, Focus of MVES

Lisa Gurgone, MS, began as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) on January 3, 2022. Lisa brings nearly 25 years of progressive experience in […]

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New Board Members Elected

New Board Members Elected  The Board of Directors of Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) elected three new members to its Board for the coming year. The MVES Board of Directors […]

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National Nutrition Month®

In March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics focuses attention on healthful eating through National Nutrition Month®. This year’s theme, Celebrate a World of Flavors, embraces global cultures, cuisines and […]

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Be Safe When Walking in Snowy and Icy Conditions

Each winter, slip and fall accidents cause serious injuries. Even when surfaces do not look especially icy or slippery, it is very possible that a thin sheet of transparent ice […]

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MVES Recommends Steps to Keep Warm During the Winter Months

There are many joys to living in New England – summers by the sea, autumn foliage, watching the Patriots, Bruins and Red Sox, winter skiing, just to name a few. […]

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Two New Cultural Meals Added to Meals on Wheels Program

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) is excited to announce two new cultural meal types as part of the Meals on Wheels Program. Russian and Haitian meals became available December 6 […]

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Four-Legged Friends Need Your Support Too and are Very Important for the Well Being of Older Adults

Ann Johnson of Melrose felt hopeless when the veterinarian told her that her 14-year-old Labrador Partner had to undergo a costly procedure. Partner suffered from an infection in his teeth […]

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