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Today, February 21st is National Caregivers Day. Caregivers deliver a variety of services from personal care to medical services with compassion and professionalism. They work long hours providing care and support to those who need it most. Please recognize a caregiver and thank them for their dedication and care of our loved ones.
In the Spirit of Valentine's Day, several HESSCO employees created beautiful hand made Valentine cards. Each unique card was personally signed. The cards were delivered to residents of Norwood HealthCare by Pat Gavin and Marley Kennedy and to residents at Charlwell House by Denise Cronin. The residents thoroughly enjoyed these special creations!
The next LGBT luncheon will be held on Monday, February 24th from 11-1 pm in Sharon. Stephanie Caljouw, R.D. will present “Cooking for One or Two”. She will provide recipe tips and everyone will receive a recipe book! Please RSVP.
February is Heart Month.
Consider steps that you can take to keep your heart healthy such as being physically active and following a heart-healthy diet.
On Friday, February 7th people across the nation will be wearing red attire to raise awareness of heart disease in women.
HESSCO SHINE consumers were surveyed during this year’s Open Enrollment period. The results were fantastic with 97% stating they would refer family and friends to SHINE for health insurance counseling!
We appreciate this great compliment! HESSCO SHINE counselors have extensive expertise and willingness to assist consumers. Call us with your questions.
The February Meeting House Luncheon in Medfield will be held on Monday, February 3rd from 11-1 pm at the First Parish Unitarian Church in Medfield. In honor or Valentine’s Day, Love letters will be shared with the group from famous people such as poets, authors, movie stars, etc. Everyone is invited to bring your own love letters that you would like to share with the group. Please RSVP.
Congratulations to the Elder Dental Program!The Massachusetts Dental Society Foundation has awarded a total of nearly $100,000 in “Expanding Access to Dental Care” grants to six organizations in Massachusetts. The goal of the grants is to improve the oral health of residents of the Commonwealth by supporting sustainable programs that improve access to dental care.
Read about the six grant recipients at: massdental.org/access-grants-2020
The Lakeside Café LGBT Luncheon will be held on Monday, January 27, 2020. HESSCO Information and Referral Specialist,Terry will be speaking on all the available services provided by HESSCO. Hope to see you there! Please RSVP.
The Medfield Meeting House Lunch Club is planning a Saturday Brunch on January 25th at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Medfield. The theme of the brunch is “Love Will Connect Us Brunch”. Hope you will join us!
Please RSVP to either Jayne at jdavis@hessco.org or Louise at lrachin@comcast.net.
We reflect back on 2019 and are grateful for all of our volunteers, community partners, and supporters. Thank you for all that you do to help older adults age with dignity and independence.
HESSCO wishes you a happy and healthy 2020!
HESSCO recognizes Gilberte Auguste from All-at-Home as an outstanding home health aide.
Gilberte is a very positive person and goes about her work with a smile on her face. She is dependable, easy going and enjoys interacting with her consumers. She treats her consumers with great respect and affection. She makes a real difference each day in the lives of many.
For her on going dedication, compassion and commitment, please join us in congratulating Gilberte on receiving the HESSCO Outstanding Direct Care Professionals Award!
HESSCO recognizes Martine Auguste from All-at-Home as an outstanding home health aide.
Martine is very reliable and responsible. She provides compassionate care to her consumers. Martine has been known to go the extra mile and care for her consumers outside of her scheduled work days. She always takes the extra time to ensure that her consumers needs are met. Martine is very well liked by many.
For her on-going dedication, compassion and commitment, please join us in congratulating Martine Auguste on receiving the HESSCO Outstanding Direct Care Professionals Award!
HESSCO recognizes Alicia George from Best of Care as an outstanding home health aide.
Alicia is committed to providing exceptional quality care. She has established great relationships with her consumers. Alicia dedicates her time making sure her clients are well cared for. She is very detail oriented and has a great way of alleviating their concerns. Alicia is beloved by many and really makes a difference each day.
For her on-going dedication, compassion and commitment. Please join us in congratulating Alicia on receiving the HESSCO Outstanding Direct Care Professionals Award!
HESSCO recognizes Shaelah Belger from Anodyne Homemaking Services as an outstanding home health aide, homemaker.
Shaelah is a dedicated and loyal worker who has established great relationships with her consumers. She is very patient and professional. Shaelah completes tasks in a manner that makes consumers feel respected. She is very thoughtful of her consumers concerns. She is well liked and appreciated by many.
For her on-going dedication, compassion and commitment. Please join us in congratulating Shaelah on receiving the HESSCO Outstanding Direct Care Professionals Award!
HESSCO recognizes Karen Guinen from Multicultural Home Care as an outstanding home maker.
Karen has developed great relationships with her consumers.
She provides exceptional home making services while engaging her consumers in conversation. Karen is an outstanding listener and companion who puts people at ease. She has a gift for really connecting with her consumers. Karen has greatly improved the quality of life for many.
For her on going dedication, compassion and commitment, please join us in congratulating Karen on receiving the HESSCO Outstanding Direct Care Professionals Award!
HESSCO recognizes Shaneyka from Anodyne Homemaker Services as an outstanding home health aide.
Shaneyka has developed great relationships with her consumers. She is extremely reliable, compassionate and dependable.
Shae goes above and beyond for her consumers including buying a white-board to keep her consumers informed of daily meals, schedules and expected visitors. Shae is very attentive and takes extra care of her consumers. She has greatly improved the quality of life for many.
For her on going dedication, compassion and commitment, please join us in congratulating Shaneyka on receiving the HESSCO Outstanding Direct Care Professionals Award!
