Jan 30, 2023 | Blog, Voices of WestMass
Bethany Tabb has dedicated her time and efforts to WestMass ElderCare for more than five years. While serving as a Care Manager in the Home Care Program, she witnessed firsthand how difficult it is for older adults to access mental health services or even ask for...Jan 11, 2023 | Blog, Voices of WestMass
As we step into 2023, we’re thrilled to embark on another year of helping older adults and individuals with disabilities live independent, fulfilling, healthy lives. Through our services and programs, we can help you keep up with the new year’s momentum and start 2023...Dec 7, 2022 | Blog, Changing Seasons, Letter from Director, Voices of WestMass
In Gratitude We all have much to be grateful for this Holiday Season. As we wind down 2022, we celebrate having found new hope and joy in rediscovering what we do best this year: working together, in person, to uplift and support older adults, persons with...Dec 7, 2022 | Blog, Voices of WestMass
WestMass ElderCare (WMEC) had a year of dedication and service supporting elder adults in Western Massachusetts. Throughout 2022, WMEC had the privilege and opportunity to serve over 6,500 people across Holyoke, Chicopee, Belchertown, Ware, South Hadley, Granby, and...Nov 17, 2022 | Voices of WestMass
“How can I sum up WestMass ElderCare’s Family Caregiver Support Services? We helped to give a caregiver her life back. Before I became WMEC’s Family Caregiver Specialist, I was a Care Manager in the Home Care Department. One of my consumers from South Hadley was...Nov 16, 2022 | Blog, Events & Programs, Voices of WestMass
In addition to the enhanced protection from COVID provided by vaccinations and boosters, some vaccine clinics in the area are offering a $75 gift card to encourage you to keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy. You will receive a $75 gift card when you get...Nov 16, 2022 | Blog, Voices of WestMass
We are thrilled to announce that an Elder Mental Health Outreach Team (EMHOT) will soon be available to our communities. With funding from a recent grant award, WMEC together with several community partners will be offering mental health support to older adults in...Nov 4, 2022 | Blog, Letter from Director, Voices of WestMass
Caregivers — Most of us are one or need one! Celebrated every November, National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. It offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving issues,...Oct 19, 2022 | Blog, Changing Seasons, Letter from Director, Voices of WestMass
En celebración del Mes de la Herencia Latina 2022 Hola! El tema de este año para el Mes de la Herencia Latina, también conocido como Mes de la Herencia Hispana, es Unidos: Inclusividad para una nación más fuerte. La diversidad es la fuerza de nuestra nación, y las...Oct 19, 2022 | Blog, Changing Seasons, Letter from Director, Voices of WestMass
In celebration of Latino Heritage Month 2022 Greetings! This year’s theme for Latino Heritage Month, also known as Hispanic Heritage Month, is Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation. Diversity is our nation’s strength, and the Latino community’s...