Cold Days Need Friendly Neighbors

With its combination of snow and frigid temperatures, this winter has affected young and old. When weather reaches extremes, we need to look out for our friends and neighbors to make sure everyone is safe.

This cold weather can put a strain on budgets and on furnaces. Please take a few minutes to check in on your neighbors. Verify that furnaces or heating systems are working properly and that your neighbors have been able to get out to purchase food.

MVES employees continually visit clients and part of each visit is to make sure clients are successfully dealing with the cold. From case managers to Meals on Wheels drivers, MVES staff ensure tough weather doesn't compromise elders' safety.

If you have a neighbor that you think may be having trouble with the cold, please reach out to them. Or, call MVES' Information Services department at 781-324-7705, ext. 100, to learn about available resources and assistance. You can always remain anonymous if you prefer.

Let's hope for warmer weather soon, but in the meantime, let's help each other through the cold.