Originally published in McKnight’s Senior Living. Nashoba Park is the first in the country to earn recognition under an expanded program for traditional assisted living communities that provide person-centered, therapeutic care for residents experiencing memory loss. Nashoba Park Assisted Living, an Ayer, MA, Volunteers of America Massachusetts community managed by Senior Living Residences, is the…
AYER, MA— Nashoba Park Assisted Living had a musical start to the summer with the first performance of their annual Starry Nights Concert Series! Residents, families, and friends of the community gathered for this exciting tradition in Nashoba Park’s lively courtyard. Country singer Darren Bassette took to the stage, playing the guitar and performing country…
AYER, MA— Nashoba Park Assisted Living celebrated their newest centenarian, resident Mabel Hansen, on her 100th birthday on February 8th, 2024. This intergenerational celebration included everyone from fellow Nashoba Park residents and staff to elementary school students from all over the surrounding areas, giving everyone a chance to honor Mabel on her special day. The…
AYER, MA— Marcia Sullivan was recently presented with a special Lifetime Achievement Award from Nashoba Park, the Assisted Living community she calls home. Marcia’s family, friends, fellow residents, and staff gathered to celebrate her remarkable personal and professional accomplishments. Marcia already had a special connection to Nashoba Park prior to moving there. The Assisted Living…
Originally published in the Lowell Sun. Chef James Pijewski, director of dining experience at Nashoba Park Assisted Living, stood out at Senior Living Residences’ (SLR) Annual Top Chef Cook Off for his incredible dishes and adherence to SLR’s Mediterranean-inspired Brain Healthy Cooking program. “The Nashoba Park community is very proud of Chef James’ accomplishment,” said…
Nashoba Park residents were introduced to an exciting new program that combines fitness, music, and wellness! The Cardio Drumming class, brought to the community by Fresh Ayer Nutrition, allowed residents to get some exercise and dance along to the beat of their own drum. It was a fantastic way for the seniors to express their…
Nashoba Park Assisted Living took time to pause and reflect on all the dedication, compassion, and care the associates bring to the community during National Assisted Living Week this year. Going along with the theme of “Season of Reflection,” everyone in the community was excited to come together and take a moment to show their…
AYER, MA — Nashoba Park Assisted Living has unveiled new community renovations, ushering in modern, stylish updates to its common spaces. The Volunteers of America Massachusetts community, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences of Braintree, has been a pillar of the Nashoba Valley community for more than fifteen years and launched this expansion project in…
Nashoba Park Assisted Living, a Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Community, was filled with beautifully crafted art pieces as residents proudly displayed their work. The community’s Art Show was a wonderful opportunity for residents to share their talents with loved ones and staff, showcase their personalities and creativity, and spend quality time together. The exhibit…
Nashoba Park Assisted Living recently gained recognition for achieving the platinum accreditation level for its SAGECare credential. SAGECare is an organization that provides LGBTQ+ cultural competency training and consulting to service providers. Earning the Platinum credential through SAGECare signifies that at least 80% of Nashoba Park’s staff have been trained to better understand the cultures,…