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Did You Know? Today marks the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a pivotal legislation that ensures equal rights and opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Follow the link below for more information! https://www.ada.gov/ #ADA

Last week we celebrated the 10th anniversary of The Villa's at Meadowview housing development in Tewksbury, MA! As sponsors of the complex, we were delighted to commemorate a decade of care and comfort created by this community. Thank you to all who attended! #HealthyAging

We have a variety of opportunities for you to get involved and give back to your communities. From assistance with running errands to bringing meals to peoples’ homes to providing companionship for older adults, every volunteer opportunity makes a real difference to the people we serve—and to the volunteers who make it possible. Follow the link below to learn more about our volunteer opportunities! https://ow.ly/BUYe50SGgFF #Volunteer #AgeSpan

Caring for a loved one from a distance can be tough, but there are lots of ways to get them the help and support they need even from afar. In our recent "Ask Joan" column, Joan delves into various home-care services and resources that could prove to be the perfect fit for added assistance. Click the article link below to find out more. https://lnkd.in/eMD6mhrX #HealthyAging #OlderAdults #AgeSpan

We are delighted to feature Charlotte Jackson as July's #InspiringAging honoree for her incredible commitment to raising awareness for Alzheimer's and her continued support of the caregiving community. To learn more about Charlotte, you can read her profile in our "50 Over 60" online flipbook, featured on our Inspiring Aging webpage. https://lnkd.in/eBtSvQW7 #Caregivers #AgeSpan

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲? I’ve been on staff for 11 years, and I was a volunteer for two years before that. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞? The best thing is that there is not a typical day. There’s so much that can be happening. I field a lot of phone calls from residents, family members, hospital staff, and people in the community. The calls can be about things like how to choose the right nursing home to dealing with complaints and concerns. I also try to go on-site visits once a week to check in with residents and see if they have any concerns. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐛? The best part is never knowing what the day brings. It’s that sense of the unknown. It’s exciting. Not knowing what to expect keeps me thinking, keeps me aware of the unexpected. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐧? I started as a volunteer, then became the Assistant Program Manager, then the Director of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. I appreciate the ability to grow as a professional. AgeSpan has always been focused on helping employees grow professionally and meeting them where they are. The support from senior leadership is amazing, and the trust is inspiring. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 #𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮? Aging is something we all experience. Choices for life's journey has been my main motto since I embarked on a career in health care/health and human services. I’ve been a vegetarian for 29 years, so I try to practice healthy eating habits. I also try to stay active by taking walks on the beach three to four times a week. 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐳’𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮? Learn more about working at AgeSpan: https://lnkd.in/geueJnQy

Our offices are closed in honor of Independence Day. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday! 🎇 #IndependenceDay #HappyFourth

Last week, we got together with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs at the Salem Council on Aging to explore and discuss how we can make our communities more age- and dementia-friendly. We were thrilled to hear so many valuable perspectives and insights from individuals in our community. Thanks to all who attended! A Spanish session will be held at the Lawrence Council on Aging on July 23. To register, please call us at 978-946-1298. #AgeFriendly #HealthyAging #Community #Impact #DementiaFriendly #Salem #YourFeedbackMatters #AgeSpan #OlderAdults #SalemMA #AgeFriendlyCommunities

Looking for a way to give back? Become a Long-Term Care Ombudsman #volunteer! Get started today! Call us at 978-651-3114 or email volunteerprograms@agespan.org. Bilingual in Spanish speakers are encouraged to apply. https://ow.ly/LX0F50S3Ym4

As we near the end of our fiscal year, seize the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults in our community. Your donation can help them stay independent and secure in the comfort of their homes and provide a lifeline of care and dignity to those who have paved the path for our future! Tap the link below to donate today. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eusbJ3eX #Community #Give #Donate #Support #ThankYou