THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2024 Page 7 Holiday Family Resource Fair demonstrates the power of community By Neil Zolot D espite the rainy weather, attendance was good at the Holiday Family Resource Fair at the Samuel Gentile Recreation Center on Saturday, November 23. “We’re getting a lot of engagement,” Recreation and Enrichment Department Assistant Director of Workforce Development Roberto Velasquez said during the fair. “We’re getting a mix of everybody.” “We’re getting a good turnout,” Assistant Director of Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Eric Mazzeo added. “There’s been a fl ow of people in and out,” La Comunidad Community Organizer Jocelyn Shown from left: Assistant Director of Substance Use Prevention Eric Mazzeo, City Councilor Holly Garcia, Superintendent William Hart, and Assistant Director of Youth Workforce Development Roberto Velasquez. (Photos courtesy of the City of Everett) Solis agreed. The event was billed as “an opportunity for youth and families to meet the Department of Youth Development and Enrichment and other Everett orThe Everett Police Department was available to inform attendees about all of the programs and career opportunities being off ered. ganizations as well as explore and register for winter recreation and enrichment and career development programs.” It lived up to that with tables representing the local government – including City Hall and the Police Department – social service organizations like La Comunidad and the Eliot Family Resource Center, the energy discount program Electrify Everett, North Shore Community College and Salem State University, the Adult Learning Center and the Post Offi ce and businesses like Encore Boston Harbor and Texas Roadhouse using the fair to attract employees. “It all intertwines,” VelasHOLIDAY | SEE PAGE 11 He’s Back...and Better Than Ever! John A. Fitzpatrick (Fitzy) Sales & Lease Consultant Direct: 617.410.1030 Main: 617.381.9000 Cell: 617.279.9962 jfitzpatrick@mcgovernauto.com jfitzpatrick McGovern Automotive Group 100 Broadway, Rte. 99, Everett It’s Time to Review Your Medicare Plan Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period is October 15 — December 7 The City of Everett’s Human Resources Department was available to inform attendees about all of the job opportunities being off ered by the City of Everett. Plan benefits may change from year to year, so it’s important to see if there might be another option that works better. This may be the only time to change your plan and enroll in a Medicare plan. I am a licensed insurance agent and can provide a no-cost, no-obligation review of the Medicare plans available in your area. You Can Get It All in One Plan With a Medicare Advantage Plan, you get all the Medicare-covered services provided by Original Medicare and sometimes more. Most Medicare Advantage Plans include drug coverage (Part D). Insurance companies may also offer more than one plan in an area, with different benefits and costs. I represent multiple insurance companies so that means you can see more options that work for you. I’ll help you find a plan where your medical and drug benefits are covered in one plan and better fit your budget. All it takes is one phone call. Contact Me to Find Out More! Jordan Goudreau 978-852-4923 or Archangel Advisors (TTY:711) Nick Brunzell 305-710-4130 J.Archangel@Outlook.com The Everett Adult Learning Center was available to inform attendees about services that are being off ered to English Language Learners by the City of Everett. This is a solicitation of insurance. Contact may be made by an insurance agent or insurance company. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any government entity or agency. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently, we represent 2 organizations, which offer products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY: 1-877-486-2048), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all your options. CareFree384a 8/2023 27
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