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Don Rubin, of Peabody, left, and Joe Colella, of Salem, speak with U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton after his visit to Peabody Council on Aging to discuss solutions to loneliness and social isolation. (Spenser Hasak) Purchase this photo

Moulton addresses senior loneliness epidemic at visit in Peabody

Adam Levine

October 1, 2024 by Adam Levine

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PEABODY — U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton visited the Peabody Council on Aging on Tuesday to meet with seniors from across the region to discuss how loneliness and social isolation impact their lives.

His goal is to talk with seniors and hear how, as a policy maker, he can address the “epidemic of loneliness in our communities,” Moulton said.

He cited statistics to help convey the dangers of loneliness and prove the mass amount of seniors who are faced with loneliness across the nation.

Moulton offered the floor to the seniors who attended the discussion and sought their advice.

Joe Colella, a Salem resident, shared the importance of promoting spaces, such as the Peabody Council on Aging, for senior citizens to gather and interact with one another.

Joe Colella, of Salem, explains to U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton how the Peabody Council on Aging benefits seniors.

He also recommended the need to provide services for homeless veterans.

Moulton asked Colella if he finds it most helpful to interact with people his own age at the Council on Aging, or interacting with the staff, who are younger.

The combination of activities with both peers and staff is what works, Colella said.

Peabody Mayor Ted Bettencourt said the community is always searching for new ways to improve the Council on Aging and make it more accessible and affordable to residents.

Moulton and the attendees shared ideas on how to promote social life for senior citizens and make the Council on Aging, and other spaces like it, affordable and welcoming.

Seniors at Peabody Council on Aging listen to U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton as he discusses solutions for loneliness and social isolation.

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with the U.S. Postal Service has reopened COVIDtests.gov as of today, so that households across the country can order four additional over-the-counter COVID-19 tests for free. These tests are intended for use throughout the 2024 holiday season to detect currently circulating COVID-19 variants. Clear instructions are included on how to verify extended expiration dates. 

As the fall and holiday seasons will create increased close proximity gatherings of people, the Administration remains committed to helping Americans access tests to help so that, if they develop a respiratory illness, they can learn whether it is due to COVID-19 and then make the best choices about seeking medical care and reducing risks to family, friends, and co-workers. To order four free, over-the-counter COVID-19 tests, visit COVIDtests.gov.

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September Trails & Sails FREE Events Series | ESSEX NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA | Trails & Sails Guidebook

Trails & Sails is a FREE events series that takes place every September and showcases the amazing natural, historic, and cultural resources we are so lucky to have here in Essex County, Massachusetts, which is also known as the Essex National Heritage Area.

This year’s program will take place on September 14^th – 29^th and includes hundreds of free local events coordinated by our partner sites throughout the region including the Trustees, Essex County Greenbelt, Historic New England, National Park Service, historical societies, local museums, conservation groups, and more! You can view the full line-up online here: https://trailsandsails.org/events/

We also have a very popular printed guidebook which we make available at public libraries and visitor centers throughout the county in case anyone prefers paper, but you can also view a digital version here: https://trailsandsails.org/request-a-printed-guidebook/

Thursday August 1, 2024 | 6:00 PM Public Meeting | Torigian Senior Center | 79 Central Street Peabody MA | Route 114 Danvers/Peabody Long-Term Improvements Study

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Peabody Historical Society & Museum | Programs February - December | 25 Washington St Peabody MA

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Beyond Bingo: An in-depth look into Peabody's Senior Center

Join Jacky Ankeles as she tours the Peabody Senior Center with Director Carolyn Wynn! In this heartwarming documentary, they chat with the center's members, hear their incredible stories, and discover the wide range of programs and services offered. Don't miss this inside look at a vibrant community hub!

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Citizens Inn Resource Schedule June 2024

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June 11, 2024 10:30-12pm | Haven from Hunger | 71 Wallis St, Peabody

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Peabody Senior Center Celebrates St. Patrick's Day March 13, 2024

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The Peter A. Torigian Senior Center in Peabody hosts a St. Patrick's Day party on Wednesday. (Spenser Hasak) Purchase this photo

 

Peabody senior center celebrates St. Patrick’s Day

Richelle Melad

March 13, 2024 by Richelle Melad

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PEABODY — The Peter A. Torigian Senior Center was all decked out in green and shamrocks as seniors from the city and surrounding communities celebrated St. Patrick’s Day.

Around 200 people registered for the center’s party. The event was mostly run by volunteers who worked the registration desks, walked around the venue ready to assist, and signed people up for multiple raffles. Volunteer Bill Drinan, dressed up as St. Patrick, walked around to take photos with people. 

“We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without the volunteers,” Peabody Council on Aging Director Carolyn Wynn said. 

“Everyone is just all hands on deck, all the time,” Council Board member John Sacramone said. 

The Friends of the Peabody Council on Aging partially funded the event. Guests paid $15 to attend and were treated to a traditional St. Patrick’s Day lunch of corned beef, boiled potatoes, cabbage, turnips, Irish bread, and pistachio cake prepared by the center’s kitchen staff.

DJ Alan Labella was the star entertainer, encouraging those in attendance to form a line dance and sing along to classic songs like “Sweet Caroline.”

Susan Lowry, a Peabody resident and a regular at the Senior Center, commended the event’s volunteers for getting everyone to participate.

“They do such a good job,” Lowry said. “Everyone is friendly and happy, Alan Labella puts on a great show, and people in their 90s still come. There are a lot of lonely seniors, they need to know about the Senior Center.”

Administrative Assistant Carol McMahon also emphasized the importance of making sure there are many activities available for seniors in the city.

“Almost 37% of the Peabody population are over 60,” McMahon said. 

McMahon said that even though there were twice as many people at the annual parties before the COVID-19 pandemic, many seniors still look forward to the event. 

“They look really happy,” McMahon said.  

Building Better Caregivers Six-Week Workshop

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We Care Friendly Calls Program 978 219-1654

The North Shore Public Health Collaborative, in conjunction with the City of Peabody Health Department, is offering a new outreach support service for aging adults in the North Shore community. The WeCare program is a four-week telephone outreach and support program for aging adults, centered on providing meaningful connections and conversations through daily phone calls. Our is to bring a friendly, respectful, and empathetic phone call to our participant’s day, to ease feelings of loneliness, isolation, and separation.   

The WeCare program was designed and developed as the Covid-19 public health emergency began to expire nationwide. The pandemic caused significant gaps in the connection between aging adults and their families, friends, and community. Even friendly conversations with strangers became limited for so many of us, as we remained closer to home to stay healthy. It is our goal at WeCare to bridge those gaps and make daily supportive connection a reality again for aging adults. 

How does it work? After a brief introductory call from the WeCare program manager, the participant will be paired with one of our trained Community Health Workers. The initial introductory call will allow our team, and the Public Health Departments that support us, to understand more about the individual participant, their specific circumstances, and potential needs.  

The WeCare program is available to aging adults in the City of Peabody and surrounding communities who are interested in a regular call and outreach support from our team. 

Additionally, the North Shore Public Health Collaborative has launched the WeCare Resource Guide.

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