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HEALTHY AGING OF MARTHA'S VINEYARD
Cindy Trish at ctrish@hamv.org
Healthy Aging of Martha's Vineyard believes in the importance of advance care planning for all adult residents of Martha's Vineyard, especially for our older adult population.
ACP has never been more important than it is today - to take the time to have a conversation with your loved ones and your healthcare partners to discuss your wishes for serious illness/end-of-life care.
AMV offers a virtual (online) 90-minute session to share and discuss advance care planning (ACP) information. Which is the process by which an individual (aged 18 or older) lets their wishes be known about end-of-life care and takes the time to reflect on what matters most to us and what a good day would look like if we face a severe illness. Our facilitators will share how advance care planning is done and how these conversations can occur. The session will be interactive, so you can ask questions and hear others' thoughts on the subject.
MV CENTER 4 LIVING
Martha's Vineyard Center for Living
supports individuals living with dementia, their families, and caregivers. The Supportive Day Program provides care and companionship five days a week for older adults who are at risk if left alone and who may experience isolation and loneliness. Dementia Family Support Services provides guidance, resources, and practical solutions for families caring for a loved one living with dementia.
Supportive Day Program
Monday through Friday 9 am - 2 pm
A daily activity program for individuals at risk if left alone or may experience memory challenges. There is room in the program for more guests. Call Mary Holmes to reserve a spot for exercise, arts, drama, special presentations, and a delicious lunch. 508-939-9440
Dementia Friends USA is part of a global movement changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia. By helping everyone in a community understand what dementia is and how it affects people, we can make a difference for people affected by dementia.
By providing a Dementia Friends Information Session for your staff, you are helping the community better serve our neighbors. This free, one-hour training can be added to a staff meeting or planned as a special event at your convenience.

Don't hesitate to get in touch with Mary Holmes, Dementia Friends champion, at maryh@mvcenter4living.org or 508-939-9440 to arrange a free session.
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DUKES COUNTY REGIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY
508-693-4419
APPLICATION DEADLINE JUNE 17th
Applications are available at DCRHA at 21 Mechanic Street in Vineyard Haven, online at www.ihtmv.org or https://housingauthoritymarthasvineyard.org/ or by phone request at 508-693-4419
Island Health Care Community Health Workers / Peer Recovery Coaches are available for those who feel they need help with their Substance Use
Martha's Vineyard Community Services Recovery Coach Program
111 Edgartown Road, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
508-693-7900 x451

Island Health Care Community Health Center
245 Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Rd, Edgartown, MA 02539
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