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Colin A. Young
State House News Service
Two prominent human services agencies in the region have entered into a strategic partnership that will aim to help each organization better serve children, adults and families with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism and behavioral health needs.
Framingham-based Advocates and Franklin-based Horace Mann Educational Associates together serve more than 35,000 children, adults and families in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and employ more than 2,200 workers, most of whom are direct care human service workers.
Under the partnership announced Tuesday, each organization will retain its structure and leadership, but the two will explore ways to collaborate and integrate services to make the most of their combined strengths, talent, and technology.
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April 6, 2021
Papa Gino s and D Angelo Grilled Sandwiches are partnering with Horace Mann Educational Associates (HMEA) to launch 20 fundraisers over the next two months to raise money for HMEA s mission to help those with disabilities lead meaningful lives of their choice through support, instruction and empowerment, a news release said. We are so grateful for our ongoing relationship with Papa Gino s and D Angelo Grilled Sandwiches, Doug MacPherson, HMEA vice president of development, said in the release. These fundraisers give us the opportunity to generate critical funds that help us offer a lifetime of comprehensive services in our communities. Plus, partnering with Papa Gino s and D Angelo allows our supporters to take a night off from cooking while supporting local restaurants. Everyone wins!
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12
GIGGLES FOR GOOD VIRTUAL COMEDY SHOW hosted by Horace Mann Educational Associates Inc. (HMEA) of Franklin on Zoom. 7-8 p.m. Proceeds benefit programs at HMEA, which serves children, adults and families with special needs. Featuring family-friendly comedians Cyrus Steele and Jason Love. $20 per household (one Zoom link for one device). Raffle pack available, $5 for six chances. For tickets and more information: www.hmea.org/giggles/ SAY IT WITH ART VALENTINE S FINE ART AUCTION hosted by The Rotary Club of Franklin, with Valentine’s date night basket. Live virtual fine art auction, 8 p.m. Pre-register and receive a bid number. Preview framed fine art pieces. Pre-bid and set a maximum. Visit bid.marlinart.com, select Rotary Club of Franklin MA. More information: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/3689 or 508-284-9598.
Country Gazette
Norfolk Lions taking applications for scholarships
NORFOLK The Norfolk Lions Club will be awarding four $1,500 college scholarships to high school seniors who are residents of Norfolk. The students may attend public or private schools or be home schooled.
The scholarships will be awarded to candidates who have been actively involved in community service activities, as well as academic performance and other extracurricular activities.
Scholarship applications will be available by March 1 and can be obtained by downloading the form from www.norfolkmalions.org. They also can be obtained from the guidance office at King Philip Regional High School.