Caring for Ourselves as We Care for Others
So often, as caregivers, we give of ourselves to others and forget to take care of ourselves in return. We tend to forget that self-care is as important as caring for our loved ones, and that you have to have your own cup filled in order to give to others. Here are...
Celebrate Aging Unbound with Older Americans Month in May
Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by the federal Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time for us to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of older Americans, highlight important trends, and...
5 Ways to Give Back To Your Community With WMEC
In honor of National Volunteer Month, we are grateful for our volunteers and encourage individuals to consider supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities in their community. WestMass ElderCare (WMEC) offers a variety of volunteer opportunities and other...
Lending a Helping Hand Through Personal Care Assistance
When you have a disability or chronic health condition, doing everyday tasks can be difficult. By supporting consumers with laundry, shopping, housekeeping, bathing, taking medications, maintaining wheelchairs, or transporting to medical appointments, Personal Care...
Healthy Eating in a Time of Inflation: Tips from the WestMass ElderCare Nutrition Team
By: Katie Defoe-Raymond, MS, RDN, CSG, LDN In the past year, after seeing eggs reach a high of almost $8 a dozen, a shortage of turkey at Thanksgiving, and ground beef over $6 a pound, increasing prices and issues with availability have some people confused about how...
The Gifts of Caregiving
Through WMEC’s Adult Family Care program, caregivers generously open their homes to people as young as 16 who need emotional and physical support. These acts of kindness are gifts to those in need, allowing many to live safely in their communities with helpful,...
Staff Spotlight: Bethany Tabb, EMHOT Social Worker
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...
5 Small Steps to Kickstart Your Wellness in 2023
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...
WMEC Director’s Message December 2022
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...
A Year of Success, Support, and Strong Partnerships for WestMass ElderCare
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...
