Sep 29, 2020 RSVP Volunteers of the North Shoreis now a program of AmeriCorps Seniors The federal agency responsible for AmeriCorps and Senior Corps programs–the Corporation for National and Community Service– is now officially ‘AmeriCorps’ as a result of the first major update to the agency’s identity in a quarter century. As part of this…
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Long Term Care Ombudsmen Volunteer Program Sep 22, 2020 SeniorCare Inc. is looking for volunteers to spend six hours per month advocating for patients and residents as they live their lives with dignity and respect at local nursing facilities or rehabilitation centers on the North Shore. Volunteers help the residents and staff to resolve concerns…
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Alzheimer’s isn’t waiting, and neither are we. Age & Dementia Friendly Cape Ann and SeniorCare Inc. are participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sunday, October 4, 2020, to raise awareness and funds to support Alzheimer’s care and research through the Alzheimer’s Association. This year, the Walk to End Alzheimer’s is everywhere…
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Sep 11, 2020 In Gloucester, it was a perfect late summer morning. The sky was blue with a few fluffy clouds. The air was mild—warm enough to not need a sweater, but not hot. I was at work and just getting into my daily schedule when we received a phone call from a co-worker’s husband.…
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Aug 14, 2020 When I was in my early twenties, my Mother worked at a nursing home in northern Arizona. One day, I was visiting her at work and met the most fascinating woman. Ellie was in her nineties when I met her. She was born and grew up in the Arizona territory, and remembered…
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Apr 16, 2020 April is National Volunteer Month. Volunteers are the backbone of our society, and National Volunteer Month is a time for organizations to honor volunteers and recognize the irreplaceable impact volunteers make on our communities. During the COVID-19 crisis, volunteers continue to be a vital component of keeping social services in action. Meals…
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Mar 27, 2020 Happy Friday to all of our amazing Volunteers, We hope you are keeping well during this difficult time and making sure to take extra good care of yourself! Theresa and I, along with most of the staff at SeniorCare, have been working from home for the past 2 weeks, and we miss…
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Mar 4, 2020 SeniorCare Inc. today announced that they were awarded a $60,791 grant to support senior volunteer activities from the Corporation of National and Community Service (CNCS). These funds were awarded as part of a competitive grant process for RSVP, one of three Senior Corps programs administered by CNCS. Established in 1971, RSVP engages…
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Dec 29, 2019 If you saw someone living with dementia, would you recognize the signs? Would you be uncomfortable? Would you avoid them? Would you be frustrated? Would you do nothing? Or, would you be a friend? A few weeks ago, I became a “Dementia Friend.” Dementia Friends is a global movement that is changing…
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Nov 4, 2019 RSVP Volunteers of the North Shore and SeniorCare held their 30th annual volunteer recognition luncheon at Danversport on October 30. The theme for this year’s event was “Volunteers Rock!” A Business Showcase was once again part of the festivities along with a Photo Booth for all attendees to enjoy. SeniorCare Chief Executive…
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