Boston Senior Home Care Announces Diamond Sponsor for
2025 Legacy of Leading Gala
The Event Will Honor Dr. John E. McDonough and Suzanne Lee for Leadership in
Improving Healthcare Access and Advocacy for Protecting Immigrants’ Rights
BOSTON (June 16, 2025) — Boston Senior Home Care (BSHC), a trusted provider of home- and community-based services, is pleased to announce Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Inc. (PLAN of MA & RI) as its Diamond Sponsor for its upcoming Legacy of Leading Gala: Transforming Communities Through Service celebration on October 16, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Boston.
This new strategic collaboration brings together two organizations dedicated to supporting vulnerable populations and their caregivers. PLAN of MA & RI specializes in providing quality trustee and fiduciary services, helping families secure the financial future of loved ones with disabilities. Their services complement BSHC’s mission of ensuring that older adults and people with disabilities, particularly those of limited means, can remain at home and in the community with dignity and independence. Both organizations recognize the vital role caregivers play in furthering this mission and are committed to providing resources that support their important work.
“Our collaboration with PLAN of MA & RI creates a powerful alliance in supporting caregivers who are navigating both daily responsibilities and future planning concerns,” said BSHC Chief Executive Officer Margaret Hogan. “Their generous Diamond Sponsorship allows us to expand vital resources for family caregivers. Together, we’re honoring this year’s visionary leaders while strengthening our ability to ensure vulnerable individuals and their caregivers receive the comprehensive support they need to thrive independently.”
Joan McGrath, Chief Executive Officer of PLAN of MA & RI, emphasized its steadfast commitment to supporting family caregivers. “We are honored to serve as the Diamond Sponsor for BSHC’s fundraising event this year. Our trusted services provide essential peace of mind for caregivers concerned about the future welfare of their loved ones. Working alongside BSHC allows us to create a more complete support system that addresses both daily living needs and long-term financial security. We’re particularly proud to sponsor an event honoring Dr. John E. McDonough and Suzanne Lee, both accomplished leaders championing community empowerment.”
BSHC will honor two distinguished community leaders at this year’s gala:
- Dr. John E. McDonough, Professor of the Practice of Public Health at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and key architect of healthcare reform legislation, will receive BSHC’s Patricia A. Lynch Excellence in Public Service Award for his work improving healthcare access for vulnerable populations.
- Suzanne Lee, President Emeritus of the Chinese Progressive Association, will be presented with the Community Advocacy Award for decades of service promoting immigrant rights and community development.
This year’s gala comes amid increasing demand for caregiving services and potential federal funding cuts. BSHC provides essential services for 12,000 older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers annually. The involvement of PLAN of MA & RI highlights the importance of specialized financial planning services that offer robust support for families navigating complex caregiving journeys.
Additional corporate sponsorships are available. Event tickets will go on sale in the coming months.
To learn more, visit bshcinfo.org/legacy-of-leading-gala/.
Media Contact: Linnea Walsh ([email protected])
About Boston Senior Home Care
Boston Senior Home Care (BSHC) is a private, nonprofit human services agency based in Boston. Since 1974, it has been dedicated to making a difference by connecting older adults and individuals with disabilities with social services and resources to live independently. BSHC also provides support and guidance to caregivers by helping them care for their loved ones while focusing on their self-care needs. For more information, visit bshcinfo.org.
About Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of Massachusetts and Rhode Island (PLAN of MA & RI)
PLAN of MA & RI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with origins dating back to the 1960s, when a group of parents of children with various physical, mental, and behavioral challenges assembled to plan for the future. Incorporated in 1971, PLAN of MA & RI is recognized today as an expert in operating Special Needs Pooled Trusts.
PLAN of MA & RI proudly serves people with disabilities – whether due to illness, injury, or age – helping them preserve assets, protect access to public benefits, and live well. PLAN of MA & RI is a professional trustee providing quality trustee/fiduciary services to individuals and their families through sound and thoughtful trust administration and compassionate, caring social service support. Licensed social workers assess the beneficiary’s living situation, needs, and current benefits and make recommendations and referrals to services that improve the person’s quality of life.
PLAN of MA & RI has offices at Two Adams Place, Suite 110, Quincy, MA 02169, and at One Richmond Square, Suite 225W, Providence, RI 02906. For more information, please call (617) 244-5552/(401) 234-8444 or visit https://www.planofma-ri.org/.
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