Through this challenging time, our family of SLR communities have managed to find creative and innovative ways to stay positive, and keep residents engaged and families connected to their loved ones. We hope you enjoy reading these “good news” stories we’ve put together.
AYER, MA — While Idaho the miniature horse may be small in stature, he performs a very important job. Residents of Nashoba Park Assisted Living in Ayer recently enjoyed a visit from Idaho and the team at Lifting Spirits Miniature Therapy Horses, who travel to senior living communities and other care settings providing comfort, and…
BOURNE, MA – Cape Cod Senior Residences in Bourne wanted to find a way to give back to the local first responders who have been working tirelessly since the onset of Covid-19 to keep people safe and deliver life-saving medical attention. On May 4th, the Independent and Assisted Living community hand-delivered dinners to Pocasset firefighters…
BROCKTON, MA – Residents at Heights Crossing found a unique way to give back to their local community, recently dropping off blankets and animal food to the Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts. The initiative was organized by “Compass Cares”, a group of residents living at Heights’ Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® who work on various…
MILFORD, MA – Cornerstone at Milford resident Helen Long recently celebrated her 102nd birthday in style, enjoying a day full of her favorite foods and one very large cake! A devoted mother and grandmother, Helen considers her proudest accomplishment to be raising her three children in their family home. She considers her family to be…
AYER, MA – Ann Laggis, an accomplished artist and active member of the Ayer community, recently received the Lifetime Achievement Award at Nashoba Park, recognizing her long list of accomplishments throughout her life and honoring her personal history. Born in Lynn, Massachusetts, Ann moved to Ayer in 1947 after marrying her husband Peter. A Cub…
METHUEN, MA – With fresh cut flowers, homemade treats, and potted succulent plants for sale, Methuen Village transformed their Riverview Lounge into a community farmers market this past Earth Day. Residents of the Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support community enjoyed browsing the market, which Methuen Village plans to host yearly. “I was so impressed…
SOUTH BOSTON, MA – World War II Army Veteran Ottavio Cerullo rang in his 100th birthday in style on April 26th alongside his sister and the residents and staff of Compass on the Bay in South Boston. Affectionately known as Ott, the Memory Support Assisted Living community pulled out all the stops for his birthday,…
BOSTON, MA – The outdoor gardens at Compass on the Bay in South Boston are looking as colorful as ever thanks to a group of volunteers who took part in the Memory Support Assisted Living community’s Spring Weekend of Service. During the weekend event, volunteers from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Services, Northeastern University,…
BOLTON, MA – Nashoba Park Assisted Living in Ayer is finding creative ways to give back to the local community, recently providing more than 50 meals to the local community through a Grab and Go meal program at the Bolton Council on Aging. Brain Keefe, Director of Dining Experience at Nashoba Park, and his team…
BOSTON, MA – Residents of Compass on the Bay celebrated this week as they officially unveiled the newest addition to their community: an art gallery full of paintings and drawings they created over the past year. For residents and staff of the Memory Support Assisted Living community, the installation serves as a tool to help…
BROCKTON, MA – Residents at Heights Crossing came together to create dozens of care packages for deploying soldiers to take with them as they travel overseas. Thanks to generous donations from friends, family and the local community, residents were able to make more than 100 care packages, thank you cards and additional supplies to be…
Local senior communities assemble nearly 1,000 “Deployment Care Packages” CAMBRIDGE, MA – When Teresa Burns, Executive Director at The Cambridge Homes Independent and Assisted Living, received her son’s deployment date overseas, she sprang into action to ensure his entire unit would have essential travel items. This was no small task — 325 soldiers were deploying…
SOUTH BOSTON, MA – Compass on the Bay residents had a first class ticket for a trip to Italy as they explored the nation’s food and culture from the comfort of home. The European getaway was part of the community’s Grab Your Passport program, which is an immersive program that allows residents to spend one…
CANTON, MA – For Elenore “Ellie” Steinberg, March 15th was a very special day. After having to cancel her 100th birthday plans last year before moving to Cornerstone at Canton, being able to celebrate her 101st birthday felt extra sweet, and the team at Cornerstone pulled out all the stops for this milestone. To transform…
Concord Park Senior Living found a way to recognize and give back to their associates on Employee Appreciation Day with a spread of staff’s favorite foods and thank-you notes from seniors residing at the Assisted Living and Memory Support Community. Each team member also received a Concord Park fleece as a token of appreciation. “It…
SOUTH BOSTON, MA – Staff and residents of Compass on the Bay received a special surprise on February 19th when State Representative David Biele (D -South Boston, Dorchester) stopped by to personally deliver lunch and thank the community’s frontline workers, following the vaccination of staff and residents. Compass on the Bay’s associates and residents enjoyed…
CANTON, MA – It was an extra special Valentine’s Day at Cornerstone at Canton this year, as residents and associates of the Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support community received cards, notes, and inspirational messages from the local community. The community received special deliveries from St. John’s School and the local Honeydew Donuts franchise in…
BROCKTON, MA – The team at Heights Crossing Assisted Living is finding creative ways to give back to their professional care partners, recently dropping off dozens of fully prepared meals to healthcare organizations in the Brockton area and beyond. In an effort to highlight the bravery and compassion they have seen from healthcare workers they…
METHUEN, MA – Neska Berthel certainly has a lot to celebrate! The Methuen Village resident turned 101 this month, and she also received the community’s Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her long list of accomplishments throughout her life and honoring her personal history. Neska was born in Methuen to Belarusian immigrants. She spoke Russian in her…
To ensure the safety of our residents, associates, and families, we are strongly encouraging our communities to get vaccinated. Enjoy this video to learn more about our associates and why they chose to get vaccinated. With this vaccine, seniors and their families can rest more easily knowing our communities offer a very safe place to…
CONCORD, MA – On Thursday, January 14th, residents and staff of Concord Park were able to get their first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine. This was one of the region’s first Assisted Living community clinics. The vaccines were administered by CVS Health/Omnicare through an arrangement between the healthcare company and Senior Living Residences of Braintree,…
BOSTON, MA – On Saturday, January 16th, residents and staff of Standish Village at Lower Mills were able to get their first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine. This was one of the region’s first Assisted Living community clinics. The vaccines were administered by CVS Health/Omnicare through an arrangement between the healthcare company and Senior Living…
BEDFORD, MA –For the holidays 200 bags filled with holiday gifts were delivered to the Bedford Veterans Affairs Peer Services Department by associates at The Cambridge Homes Independent & Assisted Living community. This “Blessing Bags” initiative was launched eight years ago by Teresa Burns, Executive Director at The Cambridge Homes, and has helped hundreds of…
Watch the heartwarming moment Geordie Dorothy, a resident at Standish Village’s Compass Memory Support NeighborhoodⓇ, heard the Blaydon Races for the first time since she was little. She moved to the US when she was 18, but her Newcastle roots never left her.
Compass on the Bay Director of Dining Experience Ken McCluskey and resident chefs Harriet Donovan, Michelle Peters, and John Campedelli worked together to bake a delicious Brain Healthy Green Bean Casserole. Compass on the Bay’s management company Senior Living Residences (SLR) is the developer of the Brain Healthy Cooking Program, an award-winning nutrition program that…
Methuen Village is the First Senior Community in Methuen, Massachusetts to Partner with MyndVR, Implementing Cutting-Edge Virtual Reality Solutions on Site November 5th, 2020 — Methuen, MA — Have you ever wanted to walk the streets of Pisa, Italy or ride down Route 66 without leaving your house? Residents of Methuen Village at Riverwalk Park…
Residents of Nashoba Park in Ayer got a special holiday surprise when members of the Ayer Police Department delivered dozens of cuddly holiday gifts to the assisted living community. Members of the Ayer Police arrived just days before Christmas to deliver new stuffed animals for every resident of Nashoba Park, which the team at Nashoba…
AYER, MA – In a year that has been uniquely challenging for us all, the residents of Nashoba Park Assisted Living in Ayer took time last week to celebrate what they are most thankful for. The community’s dedicated team of associates ensured that the day was truly special, preparing a delicious, traditional Thanksgiving meal complete…
CONCORD, MA – They are some of the unsung heroes of the Covid-19 pandemic: the dedicated men and women who work in local senior living communities, helping to keep residents healthy and happy while providing as much normalcy as possible. At Concord Park Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support in West Concord, the leadership team…
AYER, MA – They are some of the unsung heroes of the Covid-19 pandemic: the dedicated men and women who work in local senior living communities, helping to keep residents healthy and happy while providing as much normalcy as possible. At Nashoba Park Assisted Living in Ayer, the leadership team is expressing their gratitude for…
BOSTON, MA — While Idaho the miniature horse may be small in stature, he performs a very important job. Residents of Compass on the Bay, a Memory Support Assisted Living Community in South Boston, recently enjoyed a visit from Idaho and the team at Lifting Spirits Miniature Therapy Horses, who travel to senior living communities…
On September 20th, Claire Botsch received a special Lifetime Achievement Award from Cornerstone at Canton, the Assisted Living and Memory Support Community that she calls home. Staff and family members participated in the award ceremony (both in-person and virtually) that highlighted Claire’s life story and personal achievements. The event also served as a 90th birthday…
BOSTON, MA — One in 8 people in Massachusetts is expected to struggle with hunger or experience food insecurity due to the Covid-19 pandemic (Feeding America, 2020). Compass on the Bay wanted to do their part to help neighbors in need by holding a food drive to benefit South Boston Neighborhood House, which serves area…
BROCKTON, MA — On October 8th, Brockton Mayor Robert F. Sullivan presented an official citation to the staff of Heights Crossing Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support for their dedication and bravery during the Covid-19 pandemic. During the presentation ceremony, Mayor Sullivan praised the Heights Crossing team for its hard work. “It’s people like yourselves…
BRISTOL, CT – In an effort to give back to the community during these uncertain times, Farmington Station Senior Living partnered with the Bristol Senior Center to provide more than 115 meals to local seniors during a curbside pick up event held at the senior center on Friday, September 11th. The meals included chicken piccata…
AYER, MA – An island breeze was blowing at Nashoba Park Assisted Living in Ayer as associates and residents enjoyed a vibrant luau complete with a performance by traditional Polynesian dancers. The event, held in the community’s sunny courtyard, offered residents a first class ticket to paradise without ever leaving home. While the traditional dancers…
METHUEN, MA — On August 18th, Methuen Village residents celebrated the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment, which granted many women the right to vote. Adorned in “Votes for Women” sashes reminiscent of those worn by early Suffragettes, residents and associates of the Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support Community held a…
BOSTON, MA – Compass on the Bay in South Boston doesn’t just have one artist in residence – they have a community full of them! Residents of the Memory Support Assisted Living community recently showcased their painting prowess by creating custom wooden signs to decorate their apartments. “At Compass on the Bay, we take a…
Quincy, MA – The programming team at Standish Village has been taking small groups of their residents out to try new spots for ice cream and to take in the sights of the city. It was during one of these weekly adventures that Fael’s Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner server Gabriel saw the Standish Village van and decided to…
On July 28th, Methuen Village Assisted Living delivered meals to staff at several local Skilled Nursing and Rehab Centers, complete with salmon or chicken, garbanzo bean salad, fruit salad and a vegan brownie for dessert. They also received “Spice of Life”, a custom blend of several different spices, fruits and vegetables that can act as…
AYER, MA – Associates and a lucky group of residents at Nashoba Park Assisted Living in Ayer got a special surprise recently when Vesta Wood-Fired Pizza came by to whip up customized pizzas. Dining on the specialty pies al fresco, residents and staff enjoyed an evening meal out in the community’s sunny courtyard. Rhonda Caissie,…
BROCKTON, MA — Heights Crossing found a way to give back to their associates for all seven days of National Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) Week with Dunkin’ Donuts, thank you posters, raffles, a sundae bar, speciality cupcakes, and a barbecue lunch. The Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support Community used the occasion as an opportunity…
FARMINGTON, CT — First responders have been working tirelessly since the onset of Covid-19 to keep people safe and deliver life-saving medical attention. Farmington Station wanted to find a way to recognize this work and give back. The Assisted Living and Memory Support Community recently provided lunch to the Farmington Police and Fire Departments as…
AYER, MA – Constance Valley, affectionately known as Connie by her family and friends, recently celebrated her 102nd birthday in style, complete with cupcakes and a car parade hosted by her daughter and staff at Nashoba Park Assisted Living in Ayer. Turning 102 is certainly no small feat, and her friends and family set out…
FARMINGTON, CT — The Covid-19 pandemic has caused a lot of uncertainty, especially among seniors, who are at higher risk of experiencing complications from the novel coronavirus. With state-wide restrictions starting to ease and residents looking forward to enjoying all that summer has to offer, Farmington Station Senior Living is finding opportunities to allow residents…
CAMBRIDGE, MA – Cambridge’s first responders have been working tirelessly since the onset of Covid-19 to keep people safe and deliver life-saving medical attention, and The Cambridge Homes and Neville Place wanted to recognize their hard work in a meaningful way. The two Assisted Living communities recently donated lunches to three city fire stations, as…
CANTON, MA – With Assisted Living Communities across Massachusetts restricting visitors and schools finishing out the academic year under distance learning measures, the students at St. John the Evangelist School were missing their weekly visits to their friends at Cornerstone at Canton. That’s when Darlene McKay, Community Service Coordinator at St. John’s, decided to reach…
METHUEN, MA — First responders have been working tirelessly since the onset of Covid-19 to keep people safe and deliver life-saving medical attention. Methuen Village wanted to find a way to recognize this work and give back. The Assisted Living and Memory Support Community recently provided lunch to the Methuen Police and Fire Departments as…
While seniors across the state are finding it difficult to get groceries and other supplies they need while staying safe and healthy, Farmington Station Senior Living wanted to find a way to help. The Assisted Living and Memory Support Community donated 16 boxes of Nutri-Grain bars to Farmington Services for the Elderly, a non-profit volunteer…
HAMPTON — First responders have been working tirelessly since the onset of Covid-19 to keep people safe and deliver life-saving medical attention. Cornerstone at Hampton wanted to find a way to recognize this work and give back. The Assisted Living and Memory Support Community recently provided a barbecue lunch to the Hampton Police and Fire…
BOSTON, MA – With Assisted Living communities across Massachusetts restricting visitors, many friends, family members, and even small businesses are using the mail to spread cheer to seniors. At Compass on the Bay in South Boston, residents received a special surprise this month when Hollister Staffing sent each resident a personalized card to read and…
WESTFIELD, MA – With Assisted Living communities restricting visitors and students across Massachusetts completing their school year through distance learning, Armbrook Village has found a creative way for seniors and students to keep in touch. The senior living community’s ConnectedLIFE residents and the White Oak School have created a pen pal program, exchanging letters and…
Cornerstone at Canton recently asked residents what advice they would give to seniors graduating from high school and college this year and documented their answers in a photo series. The Assisted Living residents used handwritten signs to share some words of wisdom, hoping it would inspire excitement and possibility during what can be an uncertain…
HomeKook’d Committed to Giving Back During Difficult Time Boston, MA — HomeKook’d is leading a new initiative to deliver free meals to front-line senior care workers who are putting their lives on the line to care for our seniors in communities. They are currently raising funds through a Go-FundMe campaign to cover the cost of…
MALDEN, MA – It is a picture perfect day at Forestdale Park Senior Living in Malden as Beverly Convery sits on the farmer’s porch waiting for a very special visit. Just up the road, at Forestdale Community Church, her granddaughter Emily is getting married to husband Rob, and the couple are planning to stop by…
BOSTON, MA — For many of us, Memorial Day brings back memories of our loved ones who have served, and those we have lost. For residents at Standish Village, it was an opportunity to reflect and remember the many service members who have touched their lives. The Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support Community in…
BOURNE, MA — A parade was held on May 27th for Peggy Rodriquenz to celebrate her 100th birthday at Cape Cod Senior Residences in Bourne. Friends, family, staff and residents at the Independent & Assisted Living Community helped Peggy celebrate the day by decorating cars and posters in her honor. The senior community’s management team…
BOSTON, MA — Many of us are turning to reading as a socially distant activity we can still safely engage with, and this is no different for residents at Standish Village Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support Community in Lower Mills, who recently received a donation of 50 brand new books from the Boston Public…
MILFORD, MA – Yamaha Unified Communications is helping the residents of Cornerstone at Milford Assisted Living & Compass Memory Support in Milford, Massachusetts, stay connected during the coronavirus and beyond. The company donated a CS-700 Video Sound Bar™ to the facility as way for residents who struggle to see and hear calls on smartphones and tablets…
AYER, MA – As local communities have rallied together to support healthcare and essential workers, Nashoba Park Assisted Living has been overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity of their neighboring businesses. “I cannot adequately express my gratitude to our families, friends, and local small businesses for their donations of meals, homemade cloth masks and face…
METHUEN, MA – To Executive Director Tracy Valletti, the frontline and healthcare associates working at Methuen Village Assisted Living have always been heroes, but as communities rally to show their appreciation of essential workers, this senior community is celebrating their team in new ways. Earlier this month, associates arriving for their shifts were treated to…
MIDDLEBORO, MA – When Rich Oakley founded BoroBot in 2018 in the old Green School building, he envisioned a tech-focused makerspace that allowed local students and curious adults to get hands-on experience with new technology. Now, with the help of donations from the local community, the non-profit has shifted gears from 3D printing courses and…
HAMPTON, NH — Cornerstone at Hampton found a way to give back to their associates on Cinco de Mayo by assembling a taco bar and offering margaritas (virgin of course). The Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support Community used the holiday as an opportunity to bring some joy and excitement to what would otherwise be…
CANTON, MA – It was a special day at Cornerstone at Canton Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support when llamas Nova and Julia from Plain View Farm stopped by for a visit! See the heartwarming video from NBC10 Boston.
World War II U.S. Army veteran Ottavio Cerullo couldn’t leave his residence to celebrate his 99th birthday Sunday amid the coronavirus pandemic, so South Boston brought the party to him. Boston Police officers and firefighters drove by his assisted living home blaring sirens and flashing lights, while supporters waved American flags, held signs and honked…
MILFORD, MA — Residents at Cornerstone at Milford received a surprise treat on April 23rd when llamas Nova and Julia from Plain View Farm of Hubbardston visited the senior community. The llamas strolled the perimeter of the building and peered into several windows, much to the delight of Cornerstone’s residents. For Cornerstone, organizing the visit…
MALDEN, MA – Like many of us who are spending a bit more time at home these days, residents of Forestdale Park Senior Living in Malden are enjoying time in their community’s garden, taking advantage of the warm spring weather. The community’s garden, which consists of four large raised beds and a couple of potted…
HAMPTON — With Assisted Living Communities and Nursing Homes restricting visitors, Cornerstone at Hampton found a creative way for families to spend at least part of Easter with their loved ones. On Easter Sunday, family and friends decorated their cars with paint, balloons and signs and drove around Cornerstone in an “Easter Car Parade”. Residents…
CANTON, MA – It’s the little things that sometimes matter the most in life, and residents of Cornerstone at Canton took advantage of a sunny afternoon to share what they are most grateful for. Residents of Canton’s Assisted Living Community used handwritten signs to share their appreciation for the spring weather, good health, and their…
BROCKTON, MA — With Assisted Living Communities and Nursing Homes restricting visitors, Heights Crossing found a creative way for families to spend at least part of Easter with their loved ones. On Easter Sunday, family and friends decorated their cars with paint, balloons and signs and drove around the senior community in an “Easter Car…
The Concord Children’s Center donated over 100 homemade masks for associates at Concord Park, an Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support community in West Concord. During the school year, students from the Children’s Center participate in intergenerational programs with residents at Concord Park and the students have continued to send letters and cards to the…
METHUEN, MA — With Assisted Living Communities and Nursing Homes restricting visitors, Methuen Village found a creative way for families to spend at least part of Easter with their loved ones. On Easter Sunday, family and friends decorated their cars with paint, balloons and signs and drove around the senior community in an “Easter Car…
Residents at Standish Village Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support received a colorful surprise this Easter when Cedar Grove Gardens delivered 100 potted flowers to the senior community. “We are so grateful to Cedar Grove Gardens,” says EnrichedLIFE Director Lauren Basler. “Their delivery really brightened our day and made everyone smile.” Cedar Grove also provides…
At Concord Park Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support, students from near and far have been sending letters, art and inspirational messages to bring extra cheer to residents. “It’s really touching to see the outpouring of community support,” said Natasha Heimrath, executive director at Concord Park. “Residents light up when they see a letter, note…
Boston, MA — Standish Village Assisted Living in Boston has launched a new creative way for residents to stay connected and engaged with people outside the senior community. They launched a “Virtual Storytime” in late March, in which residents take turns reading to an audience of children and their families. They have been inundated with…
BROCKTON, MA – Residents at Heights Crossing received a special delivery last week when Brockton’s Belmont Street Stop & Shop donated enough fresh flowers for the Assisted Living and Memory Support Community to create custom bouquets for each resident. Cassandra Furtado, a Programming Assistant at the community, came up with the idea of delivering flowers…
CANTON, MA – Residents at Cornerstone at Canton Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support received a sweet surprise on March 18th when vocalist Michael Goodwin performed an outdoor concert for everyone to enjoy. As residents sang and danced along inside, Goodwin serenaded them with classic hits such as “Danny Boy,” “Purple Heather” and “When Irish Eyes…
BROCKTON, MA – Residents of Heights Crossing Assisted Living and Compass Memory Support Community were treated to a special lobster roll lunch on Tuesday thanks to the donation of 80 live lobsters from local businesses. Boston Lobster Company in South Boston provided the lobsters, which were paid for by New Generations Moving & Storage of…
A Massachusetts man strummed a tune of love outside Compass on the Bay Memory Support Assisted Living Community in South Boston, MA. Ed Oliver Bohld’s longtime girlfriend, Mary Lou, has been living at the Compass for five years. He visits her daily and on Thursday decided to do something special. He rode his bike with…
AYER, MA – It’s the question we’re always asking: what’s the secret to living a long (and happy) life? Experts all agree on the basics, such as eating well and staying active, but what is the key to truly thriving in late adulthood? Recently, three charming centenarians who live at Nashoba Park Assisted Living in…
“Thank you for all the care & caution you are providing daily to everyone. I feel that I can have confidence that my brother is getting the best care possible. God bless all of you & stay safe too.” – Mary
“You all truly are Super Heroes. You do an amazing job every day of keeping everyone safe, well fed and engaged. Every time I call Mom she tells me about the great food, the wonderful aides and says how lucky she is to be in such a nice place. We are so grateful!”
– Cindy
“Thank you so much to this wonderful staff that continues to find creative ways to keep everyone happy, entertained, providing great meals, especially during this difficult time. You’re the best! My mom looks happy, beautiful and well taken care of! Thank you again, stay safe!” – Maritza
“This is a trying and very scary time but you are managing to keep the residents engaged & as comfortable as possible.”
– Roberta
“I am so glad my parents are there. Caring and accommodating. Thank you to all who work there. You go above and beyond everyday.”
– Michelle
“Please know that I greatly appreciate all of you, and what you do every day. You have majorly enhanced Mom’s quality of life since she moved in with you. I see loving kindness in action, every time I am able to be there.” – MaryGail
“I want to acknowledge all the staff for the care, support, enthusiasm and love they give to my parents each and every day. This is such a trying time, but knowing my parents are in the best possible place is a gift you all give to me and my family.” – Karen
“Miraculously, the team has managed to preserve the peace and harmony of resident life here in the very midst of the Pandemic. I came here in need of care and companionship; found both, and so much more. The strength, and good management persists.” – Mary K
“Handling this crazy time with love and caution and humor. So grateful.” – Ellen
“Thank you to all of the staff who are taking such great care of our loved ones during such a challenging time. You are so appreciated.” – Shelly
“Thank you to all the staff from the bottom of my heart! True heroes!” – Nancy
“I wanted to thank you for being open with the families of residents. I have friends whose parents are in different facilities of varying kinds and that is not the case with them. I know this is a very difficult time in so many ways and I commend you and all your staff for the hard work and commitment to the well- being of residents (and staff).” – Nancy
