Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MAy 26, 2023 Jason Welch posthumously receives Medal of Fidelity T his week Everett High School Class of 2000 graduate Jason Welch posthumously received the Massachusetts Medal of Fidelity, which was accepted on his behalf by his mother, Robin Abbott, at the Massachusetts Memorial Day Ceremony held at the State House. Jason, a former EHS football standout, joined the U.S. Army in 2004 and served overseas in Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Medal of Fidelity was signed into law by Governor Charlie Baker and is presented to the next of kin of service members or veterans who have died due to illness related to war. Five others joined Welch in this honor while fi ve more were also honored with the Medal of Liberty, which is presented to the next of kin for servicemembers who were killed in active duty. “It was truly an honor to witness this event today,” said Rep. Joe McGonagle. “To gather with Gold Star family members and servicemembers to MALDEN HIGH SCHOOL – CLASS OF 1973 “LET IT BE” 50TH REUNION SATURDAY, JUNE 24, 2023 4:30PM TO 8:30PM * DINNER BUFFET PRICE: PER PERSON $70 (CLASS MEMBERS), $65 (SPOUSE OR GUEST) WHERE: CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL 15 MIDDLESEX CANAL PARK ROAD WOBURN, MA 01801 PLEASE CONTACT JOANNE TOROSIAN AT JOTORO13@COMCAST.NET or 617-590-4210 remember the fallen is a really special experience. Robin Abbott and the rest of the Gold Star families do such a great job at honoring their loved ones and I’m glad I got to see Jason’s legacy remembered today.” The event included remarks from Executive Offi ce of Veterans’ Services Secretary Jon Santiago, Military Friends Foundation Executive Director Sarah Sweeney, Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll and The Adjutant General of the Massachusetts National Guard Major Jason Welch’s mother, Robin Abbott, with Rep. Joe McGonagle of Everett and Rep. Rich Haggerty of Woburn and Reading General Gary Keefe as well as a selection of songs performed Jason Welch’s mother, Robin Abbott, with Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll and Major General Gary Keefe. by the Massachusetts National Guard’s 215th Army Band. Social work organization touts support for bill sponsored by DiDomenico S tate Senator Sal DiDomenico joined the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) for a legislative briefing alongside State Representatives Christine Barber and Senator Sal DiDomenico speaking alongside advocates. Mike Kushmerek. The briefi ng highlighted a bill DiDomenico fi led alongside colleagues and NASW, the SUPER Act (S.160/H.1253), which will enable more providers to enter the social work fi eld at a time of huge demand. “Massachusetts is facing a well-documented shortage of behavioral health professionals, including social workers,” said Senator DiDomenico. “Social workers are some of the most essential workers in our state and we must do everything we can to support them and the people they serve. This bill will uplift the social work profession, bringing Everett Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed •Roofing • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com •Free Estimates •Fully Licensed Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! Celebrating 65 Years in Business! S Senator Sal DiDomenico speaking next to National Association of Social Workers Mass. Chapter Executive Director Rebekah Gewirtz. more providers into the fi eld and empowering residents to access services from a diversity of providers.” Summer is Here!
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