Community opportunity: volunteers sought THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, September 30, 2022 DEPARTMENT | FROM PAGE 1 and overhauls at both of those historic sites, which host graves dating back to Malden's past as far as the 1600s. All of this work was done in addition to the daily maintenance and upkeep of Malden's expansive Forest Dale Cemetery. In particular, permanent memorials to fallen soldiers, Vietnam War veterans and even Page 9 one of our most beloved former mayors, the late Jim Conway, will all be part of Cahill's legacy at the helm of the cemetery department. City Clerk Lucey, who will have been in the position for three years when his retirement from municipal service concludes on January 1, 2023, has also received many accolades for accomplishments within that department since he took the reins. Lucey also has a city service log of over 20 years, having previously worked in the Malden Treasurer's offi ce as well as formerly serving on both the Malden School Committee and Malden City Council. Most notably, under the leadership of Lucey, has been a major transformation in the MalDEPARTMENT | SEE PAGE 10 Meal Site Flyer V olunteers are urgently needed to assist at senior meal sites in Malden, announced Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) this week. The new volunteers will help the Meal Site Manager in the daily operations of the lunch program, but they are also an important part of providing a warm and friendly atmosphere and a chance for older adults to socialize. “My life has been transformed since attending the dining site. I now have a purpose in life,” said one site visitor, explaining that the program enabled her to re-engage with others and fi nd a community to belong to. Volunteer duties may include setting tables, taking reservations for the meals, food preparation, serving the meal and cleanup. There are many older adults and people with disabilities who rely on this meal site for a nutritionally balanced meal, which for some is the only meal of the day. In addition, the opportunity to interact with volunteers and fellow visitors is invaluable. An hour or two of your time has an impact that is immeasurable. The team at MVES hopes that you will give your time to improve the quality of life of others in the community. Please contact MVES Volunteer Engagement Manager Nicole Sanders O’Toole at 781388-2375 or nsotoole@mves. org to learn how to get involved. Assistance is needed at the Markey Senior Center (Malden Council on Aging, 7 Washington St. in Malden) as well as at the Malden Housing Authority (630 Salem St., Malden). Scheduling specifi cs will be discussed when you call. About Mystic Valley Elder Services Mystic Valley Elder Services is a non-profi t agency that provides essential home- and community-based care and resources to older adults, people living with disabilities, and caregivers. Based in Malden, Mass., MVES serves Chelsea, Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Revere, Stoneham, Wakefi eld and Winthrop. Agency services include coordination of home care, transportation, Meals on Wheels, and information and referrals. For more information, please call 781-3247705 or visit www.mves.org. Five Families YARD SALE 42 Adams Ave., Everett OCTOBER 1 * 8 am to 3 pm Merry Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving Items, Crafts Supplies and Much, Much, More!
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