Local physicians support Weston Council on Aging

Waltham, Mass. – June 1 - The Weston Council on Aging has received a $3,000 charitable grant from the physicians of the Charles River District Medical Society to support the agency’s transportation efforts for senior citizens.

District Society President Mawya Shocair, M.D. presented the gift in early May to agency Executive Director Eileen Bogle and Volunteer Coordinator Leila Hewitt.

“Transportation is one of the greatest needs for senior citizens,” said Dr. Shocair, in making the donation. “It helps them get to doctor’s appointments, do their grocery shopping, and participate in social programs. In short, it adds to their independence and quality of life. We are pleased to make this grant to help improve the lives of seniors.”

The Weston Council on Aging provides transportation to residents over 60 for medical appointments, shopping, and cultural events along with low-cost coupons for taxi rides. The agency is supported by over 200 volunteers who provide more than 10,000 hours of service to the Weston community.

The Charles River District Medical Society is one of 20 district medical societies that comprise the Massachusetts Medical Society, the statewide professional association of physicians with more than 24,000 members. The District covers 16 communities west of Boston, including Waltham, Needham, Newton, and Wellesley, and has more than 1,000 members who work and live in those communities. For more information, visit www.massmed.org.

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Mawya Shocair, M.D. (left), president of the Charles River District Medical Society, presents a donation to Weston Community Center Executive Director Eileen Bogle (center) and Volunteer Coordinator Leila Hewitt (right). The grant will help to support the agency’s transportation services.

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