STAY Pet Services

03/27/2025

Say hi to Bear! 🧸🐾

03/12/2025

Some great information! Thanks for sharing Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society

🚨 Bird Flu & Cats: What You Need to Know 🚨

Did you know that cats—both indoor and outdoor—can contract H5N1 (bird flu)? While the risk is still low, recent cases have shown that cats exposed to infected birds, raw meat, or unpasteurized dairy products can get sick.

Protect your feline friends by:
🐾 Keeping them indoors
🥩 Avoiding raw meat-based diets
🥛 Not feeding unpasteurized dairy
🐦 Preventing contact with sick or dead birds

Know the signs of infection and what to do if you suspect your cat has been exposed. Stay informed—read the full article here - https://mrfrs.org/bird-flu-and-your-cat/

02/28/2025

A Message from SeniorCare CEO
Feb 28, 2025

The recent news about federal funding freezes has raised concerns with many non-profit organizations, including SeniorCare Inc. As the Chief Executive Officer, I want to assure you that we are monitoring the situation and remain steadfast in our commitment to providing essential services such as Meals on Wheels, Caregiver Support, Protective Services, and in-Home Assistance for older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers across our nine communities. These programs and services, including our Volunteer Program, will continue without interruption.

Funding for Medicare, Medicaid, and other essential programs is becoming increasingly unpredictable. Federal and state funding currently provides a substantial portion of SeniorCare’s annual operating costs and revenue. Disruptions could significantly impact those who rely on us daily.

In response to new federal mandates that prohibit any mention or implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, SeniorCare has made the difficult but necessary decision to end our 24-year partnership with the AmeriCorps Seniors program, effective February 27, 2025. These restrictions are fundamentally incompatible with SeniorCare’s core values as an organization. SeniorCare has always been, and remains, unwavering in our commitment to inclusivity and non-discrimination. We do not, have not, and will not discriminate against anyone under any circumstances.

Our Board and leadership are fully dedicated to sustaining our vital volunteer program and strengthening our collaborations with nonprofit partners across the North Shore. Importantly, this change will have no impact on our current volunteers, who will continue their meaningful work in our communities without interruption. SeniorCare remains committed to fostering a welcoming and equitable environment for all.

Will you donate today to sustain our vital programs? Our unfunded programs such as Volunteer Medical Transportation and STAY Pet Services and our underfunded programs such as our Volunteer Money Management Program, nursing facility Ombudsman Program, Nutrition including Meals on Wheels and others need your help. Your support will help us ensure that residents in our community continue to receive the care they need. Every gift makes an immediate impact.

Thank you for standing with us and supporting our most vulnerable community members and please reach out to me at any time.

With gratitude,

Scott M. Trenti, CEO
SeniorCare Inc.

02/15/2025

The Ipswich Regional Animal Control (IRAC) provides animal control and inspection services to the Towns of Ipswich, Boxford, Newbury & Rowley. The mission of the…

02/04/2025

Human Animal Bond Research Institute - HABRI

A new study from Trinity College Dublin suggests that older adults who regularly walk their dogs show improved balance and fewer falls compared to their peers.

01/29/2025

Employee Pet Spotlight

01/27/2025

12/16/2024

Thank you Senator Bruce Tarr and everyone involved with the North Shore & Merrimack Valley Holiday Toy Drive! SeniorCare's STAY Pet Services program was happy to be involved with the Topsfield stop at the Essex County Coop.

12/15/2024

December is National Cat Awareness Month! 🐈🐈‍⬛

12/04/2024

Employee Pet Spotlight!

12/03/2024

https://staypetservices.org/donate/

11/28/2024

Dear Friends,

During this season of giving thanks, we are grateful for the opportunity to help people live as independently as possible, with dignity and wellness, in the home of their choice. However, we must remember that many older people experience loneliness during the holidays and may be feeling the loss of loved ones and friends. We encourage you to take some time to check-in and visit with an older relative, friend or neighbor this season. We're sure you will find the reward is worth the effort.

Remember that SeniorCare is here for you when you need assistance. Should you see changes in your older relatives when you visit, or you yourself feel you need some support, call us at 866-927-1050 and let us help you find the information and services you need.

On behalf of the SeniorCare Board of Directors, staff and volunteers, I wish you a safe, healthful and joyous holiday season,

Scott Trenti
CEO, SeniorCare Inc.

11/17/2024

New in the STAY family! 🐾🐾 🐈‍⬛🐕

11/11/2024

Don't forget about the Senior Pets! SeniorCare Inc.

11/06/2024

Employee Pet Spotlight ✨

10/30/2024

Employee Pet Spotlight SeniorCare Inc.