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Massachusetts Sheriff's "Are You OK?" Program Helps 80-Year-Old Woman In Need
"Are You OK?" is a free check-in call program for people who live alone in Norfolk County.

September 27, 2024
BRAINTREE - Her job is with the Norfolk County Sheriff's Office. But really doing the work each day, Officer Cheryl Bambery is more like an angel to the people she helps.
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"A lot of them have outlived their family and friends. They don't have anybody. This is the only call they may get all day, all week. They really love it and enjoy it," she explained.
"Are You OK?" is a free check-in call program for people who live alone in Norfolk County. It's automated, but Officer Bambery is listening. And if no one responds, she personally keeps calling - like she did with an 80-year-old Canton woman Thursday morning.
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Officer Cheryl Bambery, Norfolk County Sheriff's Office/Norfolk County Sheriff's Office/CBS Boston
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