THE REVERE ADVOCATE - Friday, February 1, 2019 Page 9 Revere Beautification Committee and DCR join forces T he Revere Beautification Committee (RBC) and the state Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) have again joined forces to improve Revere Beach. For over the last 12 years, these two organizations have worked together to obtain necessary improvements to the beach though a state sponsored “Matching Grants” program. The state-funded program allows an organization to work with its local DCR to determine necessary beach improvements. When the organization has decided what is necessary that year, it applies for a Pictured above are Carol Haney, Ron Champoux and Annette Bornstein of the RBC holding the Matching Grant citation. Matching Grant. The organization pays one-third of the cost of the improvement, the state pays the remaining two-thirds. Over the years, numerous purchases have included covered trash barrels, drinking fountains, a trailer to haul a pressure washer, and hand dryers in the bathrooms. This year the RBC was appalled at the condition of the decorative lampposts that flank the pavilions on the beach and thought it would be a good project for the Matching Grants program. DCR agreed, so the grant was applied for, and it was awarded at Chelsea Jewish Hospice to hold free monthly support groups “Healing Grief Through Art” to be held on Wed., Feb. 13 in Chelsea C HELSEA, Mass. (February 2019) – Chelsea Jewish Hospice and Palliative Care, part of Chelsea Jewish Lifecare (www. chelseajewish.org), is sponsoring a series of grief support groups which are free of charge and open to the public. “Healing Grief Through Art” will be held will be held on Wednesday, February 13 at Chelsea Jewish Hospice (123 Captains Row in Chelsea). The objective of this group is for individuals to meet others who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Projects include putting together expressive journals and creating simple memorial art projects amidst compassionate conversation. No artistic experience or “talent” needed! The groups will meet from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on February 13. Designed to help participants process their feelings without judgement, the group provides an emotionally supportive and nurturing atmosphere. Parking is free and conveniently located in an adjacent parking lot. People of all and no faith traditions are welcome. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Katie at kwillis@chelseajewish.org or call 617-889-0779. About Chelsea Jewish Lifecare Chelsea Jewish Lifecare, a highly respected leader in senior living, employs over 1,200 people and provides care to over 800 individuals daily, with campuses in Chelsea and Peabody, Mass. Offering a full continuum of services, Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is redefining senior care and reenvisioning what life should be like for those living with disabling conditions. The eldercare community includes a wide array of skilled and short-term rehab residences, ALS and MS– specialized care residences, traditional and specialized assisted living options, memory care, independent living, adult day health, geriatric care management, home care and hospice agencies that deliver customized and compassionate care. a ceremony at the State House earlier this month. This is one of the many projects that the RBC has done and continues to do in order to improve Revere. Our 80th Year EDUCATION Next Classes DRIVER 1 Week Day Classes Feb. 18 School Vacation CALL - ENROLL or Register Online 617-387-9121 HENRYSAUTOSCHOOL.COM EVERETT AUTO SCHOOL “Successful Key To Driving” Since 1938 Gift Certificates Available WE WORK FOR YOU! * Have your car repaired by Real Manufacturer Certiified Technicians * An I-CAR GOLD CLASS SHOP Highest Certificate in the Repair Industry * Premier Insurance Co. Collision Repair Shop for Geico, Liberty Mutual, Metlife, Progressive and more! * Over 30 Years of putting families back on the Road Safe & Fast! * ATLAS Stands Behind All Repairs with a Limited Lifetime Warranty 1605 North Shore Road, Revere * 781-284-1200 Visit us at: www.AtlasAutobody.com or call (781) 284-1200 to schedule your appointment today!
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