Plymouth County Commission on the Status of Women

09/29/2026

This Week!
If you’re a woman 60 or older, join us Wednesday, Sept. 30, for a listening session for just you.

Come share your challenges and issues you think deserve more attention.

The event is free, and lunch will be provided.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-aging-and-the-issues-that-matter-tickets-1999859771411

09/22/2026

Women 60 and older: We want to hear from you.

What issues are you facing as you get older? What keeps you awake at night? What obstacles do you regularly have to navigate?

Join the Plymouth County Commission on the Status of Women for Women, Aging, and the Issues That Matter, a Listening Session where you can share your experiences, concerns and priorities.

What we hear will help us advocate for legislation that addresses the needs of older women and plan future programs and events.

📅 Sept. 30 | 12:30–1:30 pm
📍 Hanover Senior Center, 665 Center St., Hanover
🥪 Lunch will be provided.

The event is free and open to the public.

Scan the QR code or register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-aging-and-the-issues-that-matter-tickets-1999859771411

Come make your voice heard and help shape a better future for older women throughout Plymouth County.

09/21/2026

💜💜 We’re officially ONE MONTH AWAY from the Walk for Survivor Safety! 💜💜
There’s still plenty of time to register and join us as we come together to support survivors and help build safer, stronger communities. Not sure if you can commit ahead of time? No problem, same-day registration will also be available! 📋
Don’t miss this chance to make a difference, connect with your community, and be part of something meaningful. Learn more by visiting our website https://www.fcr-ma.org/walk-for-survivor-safety-2026

09/21/2026

Join us virtually on October 1 to learn more about how local organizations - HAWC, Amirah, Inc., and Saheli Boston - support women facing domestic violence.

09/20/2026

Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement, begins at sundown tonight. To our friends observing this solemn day, we wish you an easy fast. G'mar Chatimah Tovah.

09/19/2026

Women are exhausted.

That’s the key — if unsurprising — finding from a new federal report published this month.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) analyzed who reported symptoms of fatigue, or tiredness that does not improve even with extra rest, using national data from 2024. About 71.5 percent of adults said they felt fatigue on at least some days in the previous three months, and 16.6 percent reported frequent fatigue.

But there is a clear gap. The research found that about 20 percent of women — 1 in 5 — were frequently fatigued. That’s significantly more than the 13 percent of men who reported the same.

Being fatigued is more than just needing a nap. It can affect your health: People with fatigue say they have issues such as difficulty concentrating, mobility issues and mental health challenges. For about 36 percent of adults with frequent fatigue, it’s harder to work; for about 29 percent, social activity is limited.

The research also identified other gaps. Frequent fatigue was more common in households with lower incomes and among younger adults. There were differences among racial groups, too, with the share who reported frequent fatigue:

🟣 25.5 percent of American Indian and Alaska Native adults
🟣 18 percent of White adults
🟣 17.3 percent of Black adults
🟣 12.9 percent of Hispanic adults
🟣 9.1 percent of Asian adults

Of course, the numbers don’t actually explain why so many of us are so tired so often.

Fatigue can be linked to underlying medical conditions, such as having had a stroke. Hormonal fluctuations can affect energy. So can taking on more household responsibilities — something women often report.

✍️: Shefali Luthra, reproductive health reporter
🎨: Malte Mueller/Getty Images

09/19/2026

As the seasons change, survivors and their families continue working toward safety, healing, and a brighter future. Access to nutritious food can alleviate one stressor during an already difficult time.
This fall, you can help fill our pantry shelves with the items families need most. Every donation helps provide comfort, stability, and support to survivors taking courageous steps forward. 🍂🥫🍂

09/19/2026

Kimberly spoke about the joys and struggles of motherhood. She was diagnosed with anxiety and depression after having her son in 2022. | Link in comments ⬇️

09/15/2026

Today is National Voter Registration Day!

Today is National Voter Registration Day! Celebrate by checking your MA voter registration: https://www.vote411.org/check-registration

National Voter Registration Day