4 Benefits of Volunteering with Local Seniors
April is National Volunteer Month, and to celebrate, WestMass ElderCare invites you to volunteer with local seniors! Not only can you help an elder stay nourished, manage their funds, or […]
WMEC Director’s Message April 2022
Spring is a time to celebrate volunteerism! While April is National Volunteer Month, WestMass ElderCare sends a huge shout out to all the volunteers who help our staff and consumers […]
Spring into Healthy Living with WMEC Nutrition Services
Food nourishes so much more than the body, and in the WestMass ElderCare (WMEC) Nutrition Department, we truly take to heart our mission of “preserving the dignity, independence, and quality […]
WMEC Director’s Message March 2022
Wherever you call home, you deserve a healthy, nutritious meal. WestMass ElderCare’s “Meals on Wheels” program is individualized to meet your unique needs, delivering lunch, dinner, and weekend meals on […]
7 Ways Western Mass Seniors Can Stretch Their Money
When money is tight, any extra funds can feel like a fortune. WMEC’s Money Management Program Director, Tricia Stallman, recently shared a conversation she had with an older adult that […]
WMEC Director’s Message February 2022
Greetings! February is a month when we celebrate love in all of its meanings. I want to show some love by offering our enormous thanks and gratitude to all health […]
Three Ways to Live Better in the New Year
Every time the calendar restarts, older adults, caregivers, and entire communities find new inspiration to improve their lives. However, many people bite off more than they can chew, often keeping […]
WMEC Director’s Message January 2022
Greetings! The New Year marks the opportunity to reflect, refresh, and restart. As we continue to manage the pandemic’s impact on our own situation, we begin 2022 with both a sense […]
4 Ways to Support Seniors in the New Year
As one year turns into the next, caregivers often reflect on ways to better support older loved ones during the coming months. Caregiving is no easy task, but thankfully, you […]
Breaking Barriers for Spanish-Speaking Elders: Bilingual Language Services
Jesus Marin, Home Care Manager When I provide bilingual services to seniors in Western Mass, I’m doing much more than speaking in their preferred language. The work helps to build […]