Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 6, 2023 MVES and Agero spread cheer with Giving Tree A hundred local residents enjoyed a happier holiday thanks to a partnership between Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) and Agero, Inc. Agero employees purchased holiday gifts for older adults and people with disabilities, as part of their annual Giving Tree program with MVES. “The response we hear from residents is just fantastic. They’re thrilled to receive a gift selected especially for them,” said MVES Development Director Jenny Vanasse. “At this time of year, it’s important that everyone feels part of the community, and we’re so thankful to Agero for helping us spread holiday cheer.” Every year, case managers nominate a resident served by Pictured from left to right: Ashley Butler and Deborah Standke of Agero displayed the beautifully wrapped presents at Agero, before MVES Development Director Jenny Vanasse and Development Specialist Jan Brodie transported the gifts to MVES for distribution. www.eight10barandgrille.com We Have Reopened for Dine-In and Outside Seating every day beginning at 4 PM MVES who they felt would benefi t from a certain item or simply receiving something special around the holidays. Since case managers know the residents well, they create a “wish list” of items the individual would like and use. It might be a favorite type of candy or a sweatshirt with their favorite sports team – each wish list is unique to that person. Employees of Agero then “adopt” and shop for these residents, collecting items on the list and fulfi lling their holiday wishes. Next, MVES care managers WE'RE OPEN! 8 Norwood Street, Everett (617) 387-9810 STAY SAFE! play Santa, delivering the beautifully wrapped Agero gifts to residents throughout the MVES communities. The recipients are always excited to receive their special gifts. MVES Health Services Care Manager Chhavan Pin Oeur posed with Chuck Ferrera after dropping off Chuck’s gift from Agero. 3.50 %APY* With rates like this, earning while you save is easier than ever. Ask about our in-home or office concierge service. EARN INTEREST WITHOUT RESTRICTIONS FROM A NEW MILESTONE SAVINGS ACCOUNT. Saving is hard. We get it. Life gets in the way. That’s why we created the Milestone Savings Account. With an amazing 3.50% APY* and no restrictions, reaching those financial goals gets a lot easier. Stay liquid. Earn while you save. And do it easily with a New Milestone Savings Account. Go to everettbank.com for details. Agero, a leader in the driver assistance industry, is based in Medford, just minutes from MVES’ Malden headquarters. In addition to collaborating on the Giving Tree since 2013, the company has supported many MVES programs since 2007. MVES is a nonprofi t organization that provides home- and community-based care and resources to older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers. MVES serves 11 communities in the Greater Boston/north of Boston area. For more information, please call 781-324-7705 or visit www.mves.org. Malden Neighborhood Basketball League begins 37th season T he Malden Neighborhood Basketball League (MNBL) *Rates are variable, subject to change at any time and accurate as of the date posted. A minimum of $50,000 is required to open a Milestone Savings Account and earn the advertised Annual Percentage Yield (APY) Balances of $10-$49,999 will earn an APY of 0.05%. Milestone Savings is available to new customers and existing customers with new monies of $50,000. will begin its 37th season this weekend with games on Saturday, January 7, and Sunday, January 8. The fi ve head coaches have a combined 1,132 years of coaching in this league. Steve Wright, the head coach of the Bullets, is beginning his 37th season. Beany Amos, the head coach of the Lakers, is beginning his 36th season, Chris Rogers, the head coach of the Kings, is beginning his 32nd season, Joe Young, the head coach of the Celtics, is beginning his 19th season, and Chris Callinan, the head coach of the defending champions Sixers, is beginning his 8th season. On Saturday at 2:30 p.m., the Bullets will play against the Celtics, and at 3:45 p.m. the Lakers will play the Kings. On Sunday at 2:30 p.m., the Bullets will play the Lakers, and at 3:45 p.m. the Kings will play the Sixers. The MNBL is a program for any high-school-aged player who lives in Malden or goes to school in Malden and does not play for the school’s basketball teams. All games are played at the Ferryway School and are free to the public to attend. Any questions about how to help support the MNBL can be submitted to MNBL President Ken Mazonson at 781-324-4420.
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