The recent switch to Daylight Savings time can be a difficult adjustment for those living with dementia. Hear from Regional Memory Care Coordinator Laurie Welch Guthrie about maintaining the well-being of a person living with dementia throughout upcoming changes in schedules and weather.
The Welch Senior Living communities joined forces on Saturday, September 24 at Nelson Memorial Park in Plymouth for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Opening the Welch Senior Living 2018 Awards Dinner by congratulating the staff on their role as the “Promise Keepers,” Principal Paul T. Casale reminded employees that they are the ones who provide the care, comfort, energizing activities, and home-like atmosphere that ensure residents a wonderful life, and families, peace of mind. Casale said that keeping the promise is all about providing a “culture of caring” and “doing the right thing.”
This staff commitment and longevity of service at the senior living company was celebrated throughout the evening, culminating with the formal awards presentation for individuals who have been with the company five years or longer. This year many awards were given to employees who have been with Welch Senior Living for 15 years or longer.
Casale made special mention of the recent Ribbon Cutting Ceremony held at Allerton House at Central Park, marking the grand opening of the new Memory Care Neighborhood and Independent Living Expansion at the Weymouth community.
Welch Senior Living comprises five assisted living communities along the South Shore, and one senior living community in Brighton, as well as two retirement living communities – one in Duxbury and the other in Marshfield. Village Home Services is located at The Village at Duxbury. Mary McLean of Allerton House at Harbor Park in Hingham was honored as Employee of the Year. The annual awards presentation was held at Indian Pond Country Club in Kingston.
Welch Senior Living principals and family members attending the Staff Recognition and Awards Dinner include (L to R): Paul T. Casale, principal, and his wife Claire Casale; Susan Casale, wife of Paul Casale Jr., executive director of Allerton House in Weymouth; Alice Welch and her husband Richard Welch, principal of Welch Senior Living. Principal Michael Welch and his wife were unable to attend.
Welch Senior Living principals and family members attending the Staff Recognition and Awards Dinner include (L to R): Paul T. Casale, principal, and his wife Claire; Susan Casale, wife of Paul Casale Jr., executive director of Allerton House in Weymouth; Alice Welch and her husband Richard Welch, principal of Welch Senior Living. Principal Michael Welch and his wife were unable to attend.
Among those receiving awards at the annual Welch Senior Living Staff Recognition and Awards Dinner was Suzanne Ward. She is congratulated by Village at Proprietors Green Executive Director Colleen Ferguson for 23 years of service.
Business Office Director Caitlin Sullivan Rankin receives flowers from Colleen Ferguson, Village at Proprietors Green executive director at the Annual Awards Dinner. Ms. Rankin was being honored for her 21 years of service.
Welch Senior Living Principal Paul T. Casale congratulates Director of Community Relations Lynda Chuckran on her 15 years of service. Chuckran represents the company in the community, making connections between professionals whose patients and clients would benefit from assisted living, memory care, or independent living in Welch Senior Living communities along the South Shore.
Program for the Welch Senior Living Awards Dinner
Welch Senior Living Controller Peter Wuerhmann is congratulated on his 23 years with the company by Principal Paul T. Casale.
Village at Proprietors Green residents and staff know that Halloween means imaginative costumes and tons of fun. They were pleased to have the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield join the senior living community for its annual Costume Parade and trick-or-treating. Continue reading “Halloween Memories Burn Bright”→
Author and journalist Hank Phillippi Ryan had the audience at Trust Me, the title of her new psychological suspense thriller. The book was named one of the best thrillers of the summer. Ryan engaged Council on Aging members from Marshfield as she talked about the novel, speaking as part of the Marshfield COA’s ever-popular Pub Chat series. At the heart of the thriller is the question, “Who can you trust?” Ryan signed copies for fans. Continue reading “Trust Me, says Author Hank Phillippi Ryan”→
It was a lovely day for a Valentine’s Day Tea at Village at Proprietors Green. Delicious heart-shaped chocolate cookies, steaming tea, pressed linens, trivia, and women in their finest hats were all part of the festive celebration. Valentine’s Day fell on Ash Wednesday this year, marking the beginning of Lent, and many residents, in keeping with their faith tradition, received ashes on their forehead.
Mary Clark, classically trained as an opera singer, sang for residents of Village at Proprietors Green. She was a true crowd-pleaser, with a beautiful rendition of composer Irving Berlin’s “God Bless America.”
Singer Mary Clark is in her element performing at Village at Proprietors Green.
Resident Kathy Tyson is clearly enjoying the recent Mary Clark concert at the senior living community.
Resident Services Director Valeri Williams (right) takes a moment to thank Mary Clark for presenting a beautiful concert.
Village at Proprietors Green resident Adele Milani was one of many residents pleased to attend the Mary Clark concert.
Take a tour after lunch and discover why residents love life at Village at Proprietors Green. The intimate luncheon in our private dining room is for individuals who are planning a move to a senior living community.
You’re probably not thinking about heart health when you floss your teeth and get into bed every night, but both regular flossing and getting a good night’s sleep are among the things you already do that help keep your heart healthy. The Cleveland Clinic includes both daily flossing and getting more than six hours of sleep a night in an article titled, “5 Things To Do Daily To Keep Your Heart Healthy.”
February is American Heart Month. Heart disease risk factors include having high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and/or diabetes – conditions you can identify by visiting your healthcare provider, who may prescribe medications to help control them. But making small changes to things you already do can make a positive impact on heart health. Healthcare providers recommend eating more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean meat and to exercise within safe limits. One way to make what we should do more fun is by trying foods you’ve never tried before or participating in an activity you’ve always wanted to try.
Throughout the year, residents at Village at Proprietors Green have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities including wellness and fitness programs, ballroom dancing, walking on the community walking path in nice weather, and Wii bowling, to name a few.
Chances are, you’re already engaging in some good habits to reduce your heart disease risk. Keep in mind that every little effort you make to step up those healthy habits will do your heart even better. Also, remember to consult your personal healthcare provider about your individual nutritional and exercise needs.