MAB Community Services' Annual Meeting 2015: Realizing the Vision of Deinstitutionalization

You're invited to join us on Wednesday, October 21st for MAB's Annual Meeting 2015, featuring a panel discussion and awards presentation!!

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** YOU'RE INVITED ** MAB Community Services Annual Meeting 2015: "Realizing the Vision of Deinstitutionalization" Wednesday, October 21, 2015  5:30 Registration  6:00 Program MassHousing  1 Beacon St.  Boston, MA 02108 RSVP to Andrea Croak at acroak@mabcommunity.org or 617.732.0279 by October 16. Panel discussion: "Realizing the Vision of Deinstitutionalization: What Needs to be Done" Over the past four decades, there has been a tremendous change in how people with disabilities are cared for in Massachusetts and throughout the country, as individuals have moved from poorly funded, overcrowded institutions to living full and satisfying lives in the community. Despite this progress, however, more work still needs to be done to truly realize the vision of deinstitutionalization. Our panel of experts will talk about the changes they would like to see to help bring this vision to fruition. Panelists: Susan Senator, Author, Making Peace with Autism and Autism Adulthood: Strategies and Insights for a Fulfilling Life Barbara Salisbury, CEO, MAB Community Services Gary Blumenthal, President and CEO, Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers Moderator: Jeff Keilson, Senior Vice President for Strategic Planning at Advocates   And honoring our community partners: Lisa DiBonaventura, M.A., COMS, Statewide Director for Vision and Vision Loss Services, DDS Wesley Finnemore, owner, Matilda's Sandwich Shoppe Linda Glenn, former Assistant Commissioner for Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services The MAB Community   Experience. Innovation. MAB Community Services has been creating opportunities for people with disabilities since 1903. Our experience allows us to forge strong community partnerships to meet the pressing need for high quality services and transform lives.

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News from Norfolk County Registry of Deeds

	Norfolk County Registry of Deeds
	Register O'Donnell Warns Homeowners About Deed Scam Continuing his efforts to combat consumer fraud, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell today expressed his ongoing frustration regarding Norfolk County residents who continue to receive direct-mail solicitations offering them a certified copy of their property deed for an exorbitant fee ranging anywhere from $59.50-$83.00. Register O'Donnell stated, "These companies are making outrageous profits. If a consumer knew that the Registry of Deeds would provide them a certified copy of a property deed for a charge of only $1.00 per page, plus an additional $1.00 for postage, they would never agree to pay these companies such an outrageous fee for service. The average price for a mailed homeowner's deed by the Registry (usually two pages) is $3.00." The Registry has heard numerous stories from Norfolk County residents about examples of receiving deed solicitation notices from a California private company. The solicitation was labeled Recorded Deed Notice and requested that the homeowner forward a check to them in the amount of $83.00 for a copy of their deed. A Weymouth resident, who received the solicitation, notified the Registry about the advertisement instead of spending $83.00. Register O'Donnell stated, "While the practice may be legal, it's certainly not ethical. Clearly these direct-mail companies are preying upon the innocent assumptions of Norfolk County residents, many of whom are first-time homeowners. Consumers are interpreting these notices as a bill, since they are affixed with a due date. I urge Norfolk County citizens not to fall prey to these types of misleading deed scam advertisements." If you receive such a deed solicitation notice, please contact the Registry's Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or by email at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org. Additionally, if you desire a copy of your deed, also contact the Registry's Customer Service Center and we will be glad to provide you with one for a nominal fee of usually $2.00. To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us at facebook.com/NorfolkDeeds or follow us on twitter.com/NorfolkDeeds. The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High Street, Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities and others with a need for secure, accurate, accessible land record information. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101, or on the web at www.norfolkdeeds.org. Register William P. O'Donnell Norfolk County Registry of Deeds email: registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org phone: 781-234-3336 web: http://www.norfolkdeeds.org

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Taste of the Region - October 27

Tickets Available Now!

Make Plans to Attend the Tastiest Event of the Year!   Taste of the Region will be held Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School, 147 Pond St., Franklin. This fun-filled food festival features an eclectic mix of restaurants and food establishments serving samples of a variety of dishes! There's also an exciting silent auction. Tickets cost $10 in advance or $15 at the door.  Call 508-222-0801 for your tickets today!   ___________________________________________ We will award prizes for Best Sweet, Best Savory and Best Presentation! Featured Restaurants & Food Establishments: 3 Restaurant Artistry Kitchen Barrett's Alehouse Boneyard Barbecue Cracker Barrel - Wrentham Edible Arrangements - Foxboro The Cake Bar Tri-County RVT High School Uno Pizzeria & Grill - Bellingham Willow Tree Poultry Farm Inc. J & L Catering Commonwealth BBQ We still have openings for restaurants and food establishments to share samples of their food with potential customers. There is no cost for member restaurants and food establishments to participate. Also, if you'd like to highlight your non-food related business at this very popular event, consider donating a silent auction item! Call the Chamber at 508-222-0801 for more information. Thank you to the sponsors that make this event possible! Event Sponsor   Premier Sponsor   Program Sponsor

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