The MA Executive Office of Aging & Independence seeks older adults and caregivers for paid research on POLST—a medical form ensuring care preferences are honored. Online sessions in Oct, 💰 $150 compensation. Take the short screener: research.net/r/9GY3SBV

Join PLAN of MA & RI for a FREE webinar on Special Needs Trusts: Planning Options for You and Your Family. Learn how to protect your loved one’s benefits, plan for the future, and create peace of mind. November 6 at 5:30 PM. Register for webinar today: planofma-ri.org/plan-events/

If you’re 55+ and currently without stable housing, your voice matters. Complete our short survey between Oct. 20–25 to help address the growing issue of older adult homelessness in Central Massachusetts. Scan the QR code below to share your experience and help shape solutions.

Completa nuestra breve encuesta entre el 20 y el 25 de octubre para ayudar a abordar el creciente problema de la falta de vivienda en la zona central de Massachusetts. Escanea el código QR a continuación para compartir tu experiencia y ayudar a crear soluciones eficaces.

The 2025 Caregiver Summit was a day full of heart, hope, and human connection — and it’s all captured here! Watch our highlight reel to experience the best moments, inspiring speakers, and powerful caregiver stories. seniorconnection.org/caregiver-summ…

Grandparents & relatives raising kids—come learn about the new Grandfamily Housing Village at 264 Stafford St, Worcester! Info session Thurs Nov 6 @ 7 PM | Our Lady of the Angels Church. All are welcome!

Smiles all around! 😁 Thank you to Patch for highlighting Senior Connection’s dental clinic at Quinsigamond Community College, where we’re helping older adults get the care and confidence they deserve. Read the story below! patch.com/massachusetts/…

We’re honored to receive a $50,000 grant from the Point32Health Foundation to advance equity in aging for older adults living in rural Central MA. This partnership helps ensure that every older adult—no matter where they live—has access to the care, connection, and support they deserve.

SNAP benefits for Nov are at risk if the federal shutdown continues past Oct 31—impacting 1M+ MA residents. HIP, TAFDC & EAEDC will continue as normal. More info: mass.gov/SNAPupdates

Senior Connection is proud to co-sponsor Strategies & Supports for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren with William James College on Nov 18 (8:30–4) at MCPHS - Worcester. $150 in-person / $125 virtual. Register: web.cvent.com/event/816e06d0…

We’re thrilled to share that Senior Connection has received a $185K grant from Next50 to adapt our Care Express Bus into a Rural Health Clinic—bringing critical care to older adults in rural Central MA. We’re reimagining aging with equity, access & dignity. 💙

Senior Connection is proud to join forces with the Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust (PPLT) for Caring for our Village — a new initiative uplifting Native American elders through culturally grounded wellness, nutrition, and caregiver support.

Free eye exams & prescription eyeglasses will be offered by 20/20 Onsite mobile vision clinic on Dec. 8 from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM at the Central MA YMCA in Worcester. Hosted by Senior Connection & sponsored by Focal Point Foundation. Schedule an appointment: try.2020onsite.com/ymca-worcester/

A powerful day in DC at The Power of Caregivers for a Healthy America. Thank you to ACL Acting Administrator & Assistant Secretary for Aging Mary Lazare for inviting Dr. Moses Dixon & Senior Connection to join conversations with national leaders uplifting caregivers in the U.S.

We’re launching Wealth Rising—empowering grandfamilies to build intergenerational wealth and close the racial wealth gap in Worcester. Funded by a $10K Community Grant from the Greater Worcester Community Foundation, this initiative invests in the future of families who give so much. 💙

We've teamed up with Caregiving.com to enhance support for caregivers in our community. From resources to connection and everything in between, we're here for you every step of the way. Check it out here: caregiving.com/.../connection… #CaregiverSupport #FamilyCaregivers #Caregivers

We give thanks for the strength, wisdom, and compassion of the older adults and service providers who enrich our community every day. Wishing you a season filled with gratitude, connection, and warmth.

Congratulations to Dr. Dixon on earning the Health Care Nonprofit Leader of the Year award from Worcester Business Journal! Under Dr. Dixon’s leadership, Senior Connection is creating innovative programs that honor the dignity of every older adult. wbjournal.com/award/2025-cha…

A huge thank-you to Life Science Cares and Marsh McLennan Agency! On December 3, forty amazing Marsh McClellan volunteers packed holiday gift bundles filled with essentials for 100 older adults and grandfamilies in our community.