Caregivers: Need a Break?

Caregivers: Need a Break? MVES Program Offers Relief You’ve probably heard the phrase “Caregivers need care too.” It’s certainly true, but it’s often easier said than done. If you are […]

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Black History Month: Leaders in Aging & Disability Advocacy

In honor of Black History Month, we’d like to recognize some of the individuals who advanced our understanding or advocacy of aging and disability. Too often, the names of people […]

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Season of Giving

Change Begins in Your Community For decades, Mystic Valley Elder Services has strived to fill the gap when funding falls short of the needs of older adults and people with […]

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MVES, COA Invite MassHealth Members to Renewal Day

Keep Your MassHealth Coverage: Attend Renewal Day About 76,000 residents have lost MassHealth insurance since April, following the end of the federal public health emergency and the start of MassHealth […]

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Pet Fund: A Paws-itive Force in the Community

Janice Pierce has been through a lot with her dog Maggie – plenty of laughs, but also the ups and downs of life. When Janice’s husband had a stroke, Maggie […]

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Elder Independence Fund Makes a Difference in the Community

Mystic Valley Elder Services recently received this touching thank-you card from one of our consumers. The message above was taken directly from the consumer’s card, but it isn’t truly for […]

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Wellness Instructors Wanted for Community Program

MVES Offers Free Training for New Wellness Leaders Are you a wellness instructor, or have you ever been interested in leading a wellness class? Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) is […]

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Legislators Address Urgent Homecare Issues at MVES Event

Mystic Valley Elder Services’ annual Legislative Breakfast focused on budget and policy while putting a human face on homecare issues. Dozens of legislators, mayors and community members gathered on March […]

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Celebrating Love at a Memory Café

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) partnered with two Councils on Aging (COAs) to offer a very special Memory Café on Valentine’s Day. A memory café is a gathering for people […]

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MVES Hosts Free Virtual Health Programs

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) will present two FREE virtual workshop series in January and February 2023. “Healthy Eating for Successful Living” will be held on Tuesdays, January 31 to […]

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