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 […]
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 […]
Director’s Letter October 2021
WestMass ElderCare joins the community in recognizing and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. Though some events have been held virtually like the Springfield Puerto Rican […]
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 […]
Four Surprising Benefits for Caregivers of AFC Programs
When you care for family members and people in your community, you’re rewarded in more ways than you can imagine. WMEC’s Adult Family Care (AFC) program — formerly known as […]
Providing Fresh Food and Security for Consumers of All Ages
By Katie Dafoe-Raymond, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist The burst of sweet juice from a bite of a cool, refreshing watermelon or a mouth-watering peach. The smell of a freshly cut, ripe […]
Living Independently in Your Community — WMEC’s Housing Services
The joy of celebrating someone’s 100th birthday. The frustration and relief of acquiring an electric wheelchair after 6 months. The honor of being told “Mi hija, haz todo lo que […]
