Executive Office of Aging & Independence

09/14/2026

rates are highest among older adults. Learn about the signs of during Malnutrition Awareness Week 2026. nutritioncare.org/MAW-26

09/14/2026

We are united against malnutrition! Learn how to help stop during ASPEN Malnutrition Awareness Week, Sept. 14–18. nutritioncare.org/MAW-26

09/09/2026

Thank you Center at the Heights - Aging Services for stepping up to this year's Step Challenge! Your community can get involved too - help us spread awareness on falls prevention one step at a time⤵️

Join us in our 8th annual Step Challenge!

This year, we are stepping up our statewide goal to collectively achieve 100 Million Steps!

Here’s how it works – throughout the month of September simply take a walk (or a run) in the name of falls prevention. Use your own step counter or count each mile as 2,500 steps

All COA staff, participants, family members, friends, and community members are invited to take part.

👉 Submit your steps here:
https://app.keysurvey.com/f/41847677/2f84/

All steps should be submitted by Friday, October 9, 2026.

Share your results, thoughts, and/or photos using .

09/01/2026

Everyone can take proactive steps to prevent .

Join our annual Step Challenge this month by taking a walk or run in the name of . You can use your own step counter, or count each mile as 2,500 steps.

Log your steps here: https://app.keysurvey.com/f/41847677/2f84/

08/31/2026

Don't miss the free food pantry at the Peabody Council on Aging⤵️

Fresh, Free, Healthy Food Is Coming to the PCOA!

We're partnering with The Salem Pantry to bring free Pop Up Pantry to the Torigian Senior Center!

Date Thursday, September 24th
Time 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Location details PCOA Parking Lot
79 Central Street Peabody MA 01960

The Truck, their pantry on wheels., will be stocked with fresh produce, proteins, and pantry staples for Peabody residents age 60 and older to access, completely free of charge.

All are welcome. No ID is required.

You're welcome to register the day of, or save time by registering ahead here: https://yourmarket.my.site.com/s/intake?language=en_US

08/31/2026

Malnutrition Awareness Week is right around the corner.

Attend live webinars for CE credit and access free resources on , all throughout Malnutrition Awareness Week, September 14–18. Explore more at nutritioncare.org/MAW-26

07/21/2026

Congratulations to the Brookline Senior Center on being named the Charles River Regional Chamber's 2026 Nonprofit of the Year! 🎉

Thank you to the dedicated staff, volunteers, and community partners who help Brookline's older adults stay active, connected, and supported every day.

The Charles River Regional Chamber expanded into Brookline last year after the former Brookline Chamber of Commerce voted to dissolve.

07/17/2026

We're proud to see our own Elisa Beepath recognized by NAPSA. Congratulations, Eli, on this well-deserved recognition! We're grateful to have you on our team 👏💙

Faces of APS 👤✨

Elisa Beepath | Protective Services Regional Manager | Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Behind the title of "APS professional" is a full human being: someone with a life outside of work, a reason they chose this field, and a set of values that keeps them coming back even on the hardest days.

Today, we're honored to spotlight Elisa from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts — a proud NAPSA member and Co-Chair of NAPSA's Development Committee. From developing training materials for new Protective Services workers to co-facilitating presentations at NAPSA conferences on Hoarding Disorder, Elisa has spent her career equipping professionals with the tools to do this work well. She's also led key updates to the Statewide Guardianship Program and the Massachusetts Money Management Program, all while championing a multidisciplinary, collaborative approach over working in silos.

Elisa believes professionalism and joy can coexist, and that authentic connection and a healthy workplace culture ultimately lead to better outcomes for the people APS serves.

Thank you for being a face of APS. 💙

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07/16/2026

Congratulations to Winchester's Jenks Center and Council on Aging Director Phillip Beltz for being featured in The Economist. The article discusses the challenges facing America's suburbs as the population ages. Phillip points out the need for communities to foster diverse housing opportunities in order to help older adults age in place.

Read the full article here:

Welcome to the greying suburbs

07/16/2026

Are you or a loved one experiencing any of these symptoms? Speak with your healthcare provider about malnutrition.

nutritioncare.org/MAW-26