MVES Grants Enhance Programming for Older Adults

(Part 1 of a 3-part series.) Every year, Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) funds programming that benefits older adults in the 11 communities we serve. These funds, called Title III […]

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Overnight Warming Centers: Winter 2024-2025 

The following are resources in the region for overnight warming centers. Please note, many communities also extend the hours of their library or senior center during days of extreme cold. […]

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The Year in Review at MVES

Highlights of 2024 from Around Mystic Valley Elder Services Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) is thankful to the many partners and individuals, including our staff, volunteers, donors, and community-based organizations, […]

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3 photos together. Left: Art instructor helping an older caregiver attach silk flowers to her art project. Center: MVES nurse checking the BP of an older adult, who is facing away from the camera. Right: 4 MVES staff members and the administrator of the Malden Senior Center smile at the camera while manning the table MVES set up to help older adults with their MassHealth renewal.

Giving Tuesday 2024

On Giving Tuesday, Help Your Neighbors in Need Today is Giving Tuesday, recognized around the world as a day to promote charitable giving. It’s also an important day in Mystic […]

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Save On Fuel Costs This Winter

It’s that time of year again — the winter heating bills that we all dread are right around the corner. There are resources available to help, but many households don’t know […]

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In Memoriam: The Life & Service of Jon E. Norton

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) lost a friend and advocate on August 25, 2024, with the death of Jon E. Norton, who served on our Board of Directors for over […]

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Two MA lawmakers, wearing suits and ties, stand with Jon Norton of the MVES Board seated between them. Jon is wearing one of his trademark hats, which is red. MA Sen. Sal DiDomenico is at left. MA Rep. Joe McGonagle is gesturing at Mr. Norton with two fingers.

Ageism Awareness Day 2024

Today, October 9, 2024, is Ageism Awareness Day. There are many reasons to take a stand against ageism, today and every day. Here are 5 of those reasons that affect […]

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The Truth About Preventing Falls

September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month It’s no secret that falling can be dangerous, yet there is a great deal of misinformation about it. A quick look at myths vs. […]

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MVES Event to Feature Author of ‘The Biology of Kindness’

Join the MVES Independence Legacy Society for a Special Event It’s well known that kindness has a profound impact on our communities and our world, but did you know it […]

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Can You Help Keep a Neighbor Cool – and Safe?

Did you know that air conditioners are one of the most requested items from the Independence Fund at Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES)? While working with older adults and people […]

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