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“We both want to say it was your expertise, tenacity, and knowledge of the situation, as well as your amazing colleague base, that brought it to a successful solution. We appreciate what you have done and know without a doubt; it would not have happened this way without you. Thank you. Thank you.”

 

Jim & Dawn R.
after MassHealth approval for Dawn’s Mom

“You are so good at making complicated, scary things seem much less scary!”

 

Ms. K.N.
Client and Professional Colleague

“We are beyond grateful.  You will always be part of our family.”

 

Ms. S.F.
Emergency Guardianship Client

“I was extremely pleased with Peter Shore’s knowledge and experience in dealing with several of my business contract and payment issues as I was at a stand still on my own.  Peter was able to advise me and move forward to getting the situations resolved quickly and with my best interests in mind.”

 

Kevin C.
Business Owner, Creditors’ Rights Client

“As the gatekeeper to your office, Mary Ann has consistently communicated something not often found: that is a kind, welcoming and understanding personality coupled with true business professionalism.”

 

Jay E.
Professional Colleague

Local Support Groups

It is easy when you are caught up in the throes of a devastating illness as a patient or caregiver to feel that you are the only person going through this difficult experience. But you are not alone, and there are wonderful resources in our community to help you confront these challenges. Check back often for new listings and announcements.

Caregiver Support

  • Community VNA provides a support group for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.  Facilitator is Joyce Colletto, RN, Alzheimer’s Program Liaison. The group meets on the first Tuesday of each month (except for August) from 1:30PM to 2:30PM at Community VNA, 10 Emory Street in Attleboro MA. Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information and upcoming dates, please call 508-220-0110 or go online to https://www.communityvna.com/news/.

  • Norwood Adult Day Health Center at 595 Pleasant Street, Norwood offers free monthly support groups for caregivers whose loved one is a senior or an adult with a disability. Meetings are held on the last Tuesday of each month from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM and are open to the public and to caregivers of all ages.  Respite care available during group.  For more information, call 781-769-4495 or email to info@norwoodadhc.com.  Click here for 2019 schedule.

  • Mansfield Adult Day Health Center at 300 Branch Street, Mansfield offers free monthly support groups for caregivers whose loved one is a senior or an adult with a disability. Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month from 10:00 – 11:15 AM (except for November and December) and are open to the public and to caregivers of all ages.  Call 508-339-2119 or email to info@mansfieldadhc.com.  Click here for 2019 schedule.

  • Harmony Adult Day Health Center at 725 A Myles Standish Boulevard, Taunton, offers “Caregiver Conversations”, a free monthly caregiver support group. Meetings are held on the last Thursday of each month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM and are open to the public and to caregivers of all ages. Pre-registration is required. Call 508-880-3000 or email to info@harmonyadhc.com.

  • The LGBT Caring Community Online Support Group offers a place for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender caregivers of adults with chronic health problems to discuss the unique issues of caring for their loved ones.  Click here to subscribe.

Parkinson’s Disease Support

  • A monthly support group for caregivers and loved ones with Parkinson’s Disease meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 10 AM – 12 PM at Community VNA, 10 Emory Street, Attleboro, MA 02703.  Meetings include speakers, refreshments, conversation and support. The group is free and open to the public from all communities. To learn more, call 508-220-0118 or click here for schedule and info.

Debilitating Conditions and Chronic Pain Support

  • Community VNA sponsors a support group for people with debilitating conditions or chronic pain.  Meets on the first Friday of every month from 2:00 – 3:30 PM at Community VNA, 10 Emory Street, Attleboro, MA.  To learn more, call 774-203-3290 on weekdays between 12 –7 PM).

  • Sturdy Memorial Hospital offers a variety of support groups for people facing the challenges of diabetes, multiple sclerosis, stroke recovery, and cancers.  For more information about their programs, click here.

Bereavement & Grief Support

There are many local opportunities for education and support for adults and children.  Some programs are ongoing, some are targeted for special occasions such as coping with a loss at the holidays.  For information, see:

Miscellaneous Support

  • Support Group for parents and guardians of children with special needs, focused on strategies and resources relating to home, school and community.  Meets second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 - 8:30 PM, at 250 East Main Street, Suite 4, Norton, MA.  Facilitated by Beth Karon Goldberg, an attorney with background in special education and social work.  For questions or sign up, call (508) 285-5504 or email to beth@bethkgoldberglaw.com.

  • Support Group for parents and guardians of children between the ages of 16-22 with special needs and in the process of transitioning out of school.  Meets second Tuesday of each month, 10:00 – 11:30 AM at The Arc of Bristol County, 141 Park Street, Attleboro.  For questions or sign up, contact Amanda Masi (508) 226-1445 x 3130, or amasi@arcnbc.org.

  • Support Group for parents and guardians living with an adult child over the age of 22 with developmental disabilities.  Sponsored by The Arc of Bristol County, this new group is beginning September, 2014.  For more information, contact Lindsay Goulet at (508) 226-1445 or lgoulet@arcnbc.org.

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News & Upcoming Events

HEALTHCARE DECISIONS DAY EVENT

When: Wednesday, April 17, 2019, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Where: Attleboro Council on Aging, 25 South Main Street, Attleboro

Who: Local seniors

What: An educational event, followed by the opportunity to create a Health Care Proxy

Cost: Free

To register: Contact the Attleboro COA at 508-223-2222

5th SENIOR SPECTACULAR

When: Thursday, April 18, 2019, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Where: North Attleboro Middle School, 564 Landry Ave., North Attleboro

Who: Open to the Public

What: A senior resource event including continental breakfast and lunch, health screenings, vendors, raffles, a celebrity fashion show, and educational programs

Cost: Free

To register: Pre-registration is preferred but not required

More info:  see flyer

ESTATE PLANNING ESSENTIALS FOR SENIORS

When: Friday, April 25, 2016, exact time TBD

Where:  North Attleboro Middle School, 564 Landry Ave., North Attleboro

Who: Open to the Public

What: Part of the 5th Senior Spectacular, this panel presentation by Deborah Blum-Shore and two other local elder law attorneys will review the important documents that should be part of every estate plan

Cost: Free

To register: No need to separately register if attending the Senior Spectacular

More info:  see flyer

ADVANCE PLANNING FOR OLDER CLIENTS

When: Friday, May 3, 2019

Where: Taunton Holiday Inn

Who: Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)

What: Panel presentation at full day estate planning program for legal professionals titled “Turbocharged: Estate Planning Practice Upgrade 2019”

To register: see www.MCLE.org

MTA RETIRED MEMBERS GATHERING

When: Tuesday/Wednesday, September 24-25, 2019

Where: Westborough Doubletree Inn

Who: Massachusetts Teachers Association Retired Members Annual Gathering

What: Three educational sessions:  “Nuts & Bolts of Estate Planning, “ “Life Care Planning,” and “Understanding and Using Trusts”

To register:  Registration not yet open

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