Author and Actress Marianne Leone shares her New Book with the Marshfield COA as part of their Pub Chat Series.

Actress and author Marianne Leone’s Ma Speaks Up: And a First Generation Daughter Talks Back is a story of Leone’s outspoken and often outrageous Italian immigrant mother.

Leone, a Kingston resident, was a recent speaker at the Marshfield Council on Aging LifeLong Learning program Pub Chat Series, hosted by Village at Proprietors Green. Her memoir is filled with warmth, wit, and humor. Certainly, Leone’s remembrances will resonate with anyone who has ever experienced life as an “outsider.” And of course, it will hit a chord with all mothers and daughters.

The author, also an acclaimed actress, had a recurring role in HBO’s The Sopranos and has appeared in several films, including Joy and Goodfellas.

Author Marianne Leone takes a moment before her presentation to meet with representatives from the Marshfield Council on Aging. Leone is featured with her husband, actor Chris Cooper and Edris Kelley, Marshfield COA Lifelong Learning representative and Sheila Gagnon, vice chairperson of the Marshfield COA Board of Directors.
Author Marianne Leone holds a copy of her most recent book, Ma Speaks Up: And a First Generation Daughter Talks Back a memoir about growing up with an Italian immigrant mother. Leone was the featured speaker at a recent Marshfield COA Pub Chat hosted by Village at Proprietors Green.
Marianne Leone signed a copy of her book for Diane Nichols who turned out to hear Leone discuss her memoir at Village at Proprietors Green.
The Sales Team at Village at Proprietors Green has their photo taken with author Marianne Leone and her husband, actor Chris Cooper. From left to right are: Cathy Baranofsky, sales assistant and move-in coordinator at the senior living community; Leone and Cooper; Mike Iarocci, sales manager and Joann Hicks, sales director at Village at Proprietors Green.
The crowd at Village at Proprietors Green was captivated by author Marianne Leone’s stories of growing up with her Italian immigrant mother. Leone, the author of Ma Speaks Up: And a First Generation Daughter Talks Back was the featured guest of the Marshfield COAs Pub Chat Series, presented at Village at Proprietors Green.
Colleen Ferguson, executive director of Village at Proprietors Green, takes a moment to chat and pose with author Marianne Leone (center) and her husband, actor Chris Cooper. Leone was at the senior living community to talk about her latest book, a memoir.
Elizabeth Pittore waits her turn to received a signed copy of author and actress Marianne Leone’s latest book. Leone was at Village at Proprietors Green to discuss Ma Speaks Up: And a First Generation Daughter Talks Back as part of the Marshfield Council on Aging LifeLong Learning program.
Author and actress Marianne Leone poses with her husband, actor Chris Cooper, during her recent presentation at the Marshfield COA’s Pub Chat Series. Leone talked about her latest book, a memoir about life with her Italian immigrant mother.

Ice Cream Treat to Beat the Heat!

Village at Proprietors Green residents savored the flavors from Lil Duke’s ice cream truck recently during a designated stop at the Marshfield Senior Living Community during National Ice Cream Month in July. On a hot day, ice cream with names such as Moose Tracks, Duke’s Dream, and Grasshopper Pie were the best way to beat the afternoon heat. Lil Duke’s on 254 Church Street in Pembroke is a family-owned business. Proceeds from the sale of ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and frappes during a visit to Village at Proprietors Green will benefit the fall Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Resident Edith Seacord couldn’t be more pleased with her cool treat from Lil Duke’s ice cream truck.
Village at Proprietors Green resident Lea Cox scans all the flavors before making her choice on an ice cream from Lil Duke’s of Pembroke.
Moments later, Charlie & Lea Cox express their delight with the cone and cup they received from Lil Duke’s.
Village at Proprietors Green resident Arcely French (left) enjoys a moment with friend and fellow resident Nickie Pelczar as she prepares to dig into an ice cream cup from Lil Duke’s.
Resident Services Director Valeri Williams is all smiles as she and Village at Proprietors Green resident Pat Gazzola prepare to purchase a cool, sweet treat from Lil Duke’s – all to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association on the day the ice cream truck made a planned visit to the senior living community.

Outdoor Concert Delights!

The South Shore Bay Band gave an intimate outdoor concert on one of the beautiful patios at Village at Proprietors Green. To the delight of residents and visitors, guests enjoyed patriotic songs and traditional tunes. Concert goers were swept back in time as they tapped their toes and hummed along with their old favorites.

The evening is reflected in a musician’s instruments.
Residents and area residents enjoy a lovely outdoor concert at Village at Proprietors Green.
The French horn section is in full swing during the South Shore Bay Band Concert at Village at Proprietors Green.
Ben Cammarata, age 14, Johanna Hong, 13, and Mia Cammarata, 9, happily listen to Naomi Cammarata playing the clarinet in the South Shore Bay Band.
The South Shore Bay Band conductor leads the band.
Village at Proprietors Green residents (left to right) Nancy Grundman and Charlotte Buliung enjoyed the South Shore Bay Band Concert with great seats!
With comfy seats, Proprietors Green residents Fran and Bob Boynton are all smiles as they get into the swing of a wonderful night of music.

Summer Dance Party!

Residents Priscilla Burgess and Chris O’Brien get into the swing of things with their pink flamingo eye disguise.

A summer-themed dance party is the way to spell fun at the senior living community, Village at Proprietors Green. Yummy snacks and beverages, fun cut-outs, and of course, tons of dancing were in abundance. The Dance Party is just one of the energizing activities the Marshfield community planned for this summer.

Jack Richardson gets into the swim of things with a smile.
Jack Richardson gets into the swim of things with a smile.
Maura and Paul Rand are among the first to hit the dance floor during the Summer Dance Party!
Maura and Paul Rand are among the first to hit the dance floor during the Summer Dance Party!
New residents Marjorie and Al Gates have a friendly chat with Village at Proprietors Green Resident Services Director Valeri Williams.
New residents Marjorie and Al Gates have a friendly chat with Village at Proprietors Green Resident Services Director Valeri Williams.
Residents Priscilla Burgess and Chris O’Brien get into the swing of things with their pink flamingo eye disguise.
Residents Priscilla Burgess and Chris O’Brien get into the swing of things with their pink flamingo eye disguise.
Nimble residents dance to the beat of summer songs during the Summer Dance Party.
Nimble residents dance to the beat of summer songs during the Summer Dance Party.
Resident Arcely French is in good spirits as she jumps into dancing during the Village at Proprietors Green Summer Dance Party!
Resident Arcely French is in good spirits as she jumps into dancing during the Village at Proprietors Green Summer Dance Party!
Friends Edith Griffiths and Bob Roth are perched to throw their mini beach balls during the Dance Party extravaganza.
Friends Edith Griffiths and Bob Roth are perched to throw their mini beach balls during the Dance Party extravaganza.
Ocean-themed party decorations such as resident Edith Seacord’s crab further lighten the mood of the summer dance party.
Ocean-themed party decorations such as resident Edith Seacord’s crab further lighten the mood of the summer dance party.
Clapping along to the music and the merriment is Village at Proprietors Green resident Leah Cox.
Clapping along to the music and the merriment is Village at Proprietors Green resident Leah Cox.
Resident Nickie Pelzar dances up a storm at the Summer Dance Party.
Resident Nickie Pelzar dances up a storm at the Summer Dance Party.
The spirit of summer is not lost on residents Ruth Popp and Joan Coogan.
The spirit of summer is not lost on residents Ruth Popp and Joan Coogan.

Celebrating Dads!

The Father’s Day Event at Village at Proprietors Green was an inter-generational celebration as families gathered to spend time with dad. A wonderful luncheon of cheeseburgers, hot dogs, and grilled chicken was prepared; entertainment was provided by The Liberty Jazz Band; and a huge Red Sox Gift Basket was given away as a part of the day’s raffle.

The Liberty Jazz Band entertained guests during the senior living community’s Father’s Day Celebration.
During the Father’s Day Event at Village at Proprietors Green, resident Joe McDermott visits with family, including daughter Barbara Pye and standing, son, Ben and his wife, Amanda.
Resident Marion O’Neill visited with her family during the day’s celebration, including daughter Robin Fitzgerald, and standing (left to right) grandson Jeff and son-in-law Stephen Fitzgerald.
Village at Proprietor’s Green staff member Jane Spitz sells raffle tickets for a spectacular Red Sox Basket!
Robert Paganettit visits his father-in-law, resident George Ackley during the Village at Proprietors Green Annual Celebration.

Village at Proprietors Green Plant Sale Raises Funds to Fight Alzheimer’s disease

The Longest Day Plant Sale at the Marshfield senior living community is part of The Longest Day, an Alzheimer’s Association fundraising effort during June, Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month.

Team VPG celebrated the summer solstice and Alzheimer’s Association fundraiser by selling a range of herbs and annuals to residents, their families and the community-at-large. The final count on funds raised is still underway.

Village at Proprietors Green resident Dorothy Ellis is delighted by the range of summer plants for sale during The Longest Day fundraiser to fight Alzheimer’s disease.
Resident Helen Donegan buys plants with her daughter, Susan Burke, when they stopped by the community’s plant sale to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.
Village at Proprietors Green staff support fund-raising efforts for Alzheimer's disease research.
Village at Proprietors Green staff support fund-raising efforts for Alzheimer’s disease research.
Village at Proprietors Green staff prepare to place the purple pansies into the Longest Day Plant Sale. From left to right are: Lynne Street, wellness director, Beth Stewart, LICSW, social worker and Caitlin Sullivan, business office director.
Jennifer MacInnis, business office manager at Village at Proprietors Green, prepares plants for The Longest Day fundraiser.

Get Social: Study Finds Living at Home Alone Limits Social Opportunities

According to an article published in The New York Times late last year, titled “Loneliness Can be Deadly for Elders; Friends Are the Antidote,” social isolation and loneliness can take a serious psychological and physical toll on older people. For example, people who are lonely have a higher risk of depression and cognitive decline, as well as cardiovascular disease, difficulty with activities of daily living, and engaging in unhealthy activities.

The article also notes that, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, almost a quarter of men and nearly 46 percent of women over age 75 live alone. Although living alone doesn’t necessarily lead to loneliness, it often limits opportunities to stay engaged.

At Village at Proprietors Green, residents have ample opportunity to socialize. Here, residents stay in touch with old friends and forge new relationships. The community is filled with prospective new friends with whom to share a meal, see a movie, take an exercise class, listen to an author’s talk, enjoy a concert, or take a day trip. The opportunities are endless.

What better way to fend off feelings of loneliness than by engaging in activities you enjoy and being open to building new friendships? Residents whose immediate family members are far away use technology to stay in touch via Skype and FaceTime. Many come to see staff as their “family,” too.

Expanding your circle of friends, staying in touch with the buddies you have, and being socially engaged not only make life more interesting and fun, but also are important to keeping loneliness at bay.

Village at Proprietors Green presents Virtual Dementia Tour

Lynda Chuckran, director of community relations for Welch Senior Living, takes a moment to pose with her professional colleagues (L to R) Carol Corio, CSA, community relations liaison, Old Colony Hospice and Palliative Care, and Grace Doherty, community relations coordinator, Senior Helpers of the South Shore, during the recent CEU presentation – Virtual Dementia Tour, presented by Senior Helpers of Boston and the South Shore.

Village at Proprietors Green was the host site for the interactive Virtual Dementia Tour, designed to improve care and communication by creating a way for professional memory caregivers to walk in the shoes of individuals coping with dementia. The program from Second Wind Dreams was presented by Senior Helpers of Boston and the South Shore and sponsored by Village at Proprietors Green. Nearly 30 memory care professionals attended the program and received CEUs for their participation.

Village at Proprietors Green Sales Director (L) Joann Hicks and Executive Director (R) Colleen Ferguson, pose for a photograph with Mark Friedman, owner of Senior Helpers of Boston and the South Shore, and presenter of the Virtual Dementia Tour program at the senior living community. The Virtual Dementia Tour is designed for a range of healthcare professionals interested in learning more about the ways dementia impacts an aging population.
Village at Proprietors Green Sales Director (L) Joann Hicks and Executive Director (R) Colleen Ferguson, pose for a photograph with Mark Friedman, owner of Senior Helpers of Boston and the South Shore, and presenter of the Virtual Dementia Tour program at the senior living community. The Virtual Dementia Tour is designed for a range of healthcare professionals interested in learning more about the ways dementia impacts an aging population.
Nearly 30 professionals received CEUs for their participation in the Virtual Dementia Tour program presented by Senior Helpers of Boston and the South Shore at Village at Proprietors Green in Marshfield.
Nearly 30 professionals received CEUs for their participation in the Virtual Dementia Tour program presented by Senior Helpers of Boston and the South Shore at Village at Proprietors Green in Marshfield.
Director of Community Relations for Welch Senior Living Lynda Chuckran takes a moment with Ellen Gillis, outreach coordinator for the Duxbury Senior Center at the Virtual Dementia Tour program held at Village at Proprietors Green.
Director of Community Relations for Welch Senior Living Lynda Chuckran takes a moment with Ellen Gillis, outreach coordinator for the Duxbury Senior Center at the Virtual Dementia Tour program held at Village at Proprietors Green.
Anna Seery, LICSW, director of the Pembroke Council Aging, was among the healthcare professionals who participated in the recent Virtual Dementia Tour at Village at Proprietors Green.
Anna Seery, LICSW, director of the Pembroke Council Aging, was among the healthcare professionals who participated in the recent Virtual Dementia Tour at Village at Proprietors Green.
Lynda Chuckran, director of community relations for Welch Senior Living, takes a moment to pose with her professional colleagues (L to R) Carol Corio, CSA, community relations liaison, Old Colony Hospice and Palliative Care, and Grace Doherty, community relations coordinator, Senior Helpers of the South Shore, during the recent CEU presentation – Virtual Dementia Tour, presented by Senior Helpers of Boston and the South Shore.
Lynda Chuckran, director of community relations for Welch Senior Living, takes a moment to pose with her professional colleagues (L to R) Carol Corio, CSA, community relations liaison, Old Colony Hospice and Palliative Care, and Grace Doherty, community relations coordinator, Senior Helpers of the South Shore, during the recent CEU presentation – Virtual Dementia Tour, presented by Senior Helpers of Boston and the South Shore.

Celebrating our Mothers!

With beautifully set tables and a mouth-watering array of yummy food, resident Lucille Feruzzi and her daughter Laura Haskell are all smiles at the time they get to spend together.

Mother’s Day is a universally treasured holiday. Village at Proprietors Green is proud to bring together mothers, daughters, sons, and extended families for the senior living community’s annual celebration. A world of gratitude lives inside these two small words, “Thank you!”

Resident Kathy Tyson and Heather Payne from the Activities Department share some joy on Mother’s Day at Village at Proprietors Green.
Resident Kathy Tyson and Heather Payne from the Activities Department share some joy on Mother’s Day at Village at Proprietors Green.
With beautifully set tables and a mouth-watering array of yummy food, resident Lucille Feruzzi and her daughter Laura Haskell are all smiles at the time they get to spend together.
With beautifully set tables and a mouth-watering array of yummy food, resident Lucille Feruzzi and her daughter Laura Haskell are all smiles at the time they get to spend together.
Scrumptious Mother’s Day choices at Village at Proprietors Green
Scrumptious Mother’s Day choices at Village at Proprietors Green
Janet Adams, a Village at Proprietors Green resident receives a warm, loving greeting from her daughter Joy Kreutzberg.
Janet Adams, a Village at Proprietors Green resident receives a warm, loving greeting from her daughter Joy Kreutzberg.
There was a lot of laughter at this weekend’s Mother’s Day event at Village at Proprietors Green. Debbie Winters is enjoying spending time with her mother-in-law, resident Wanda Winters.
There was a lot of laughter at this weekend’s Mother’s Day event at Village at Proprietors Green. Debbie Winters is enjoying spending time with her mother-in-law, resident Wanda Winters.
A perfect spring bouquet for all the perfect mothers!
A perfect spring bouquet for all the perfect mothers!
A special occasion such as Mother’s Day wouldn’t be the same without a proper toast. Resident Doris Coghlan raises her glass, seated next to Maureen Canty.
A special occasion such as Mother’s Day wouldn’t be the same without a proper toast. Resident Doris Coghlan raises her glass, seated next to Maureen Canty.
You can’t have a great event without a great staff. Village at Proprietors Green staff members (left to right) include: Alison Cordner, Noreen Long, and Cindy Hazen.
You can’t have a great event without a great staff. Village at Proprietors Green staff members (left to right) include: Alison Cordner, Noreen Long, and Cindy Hazen.
It’s always nice when the younger generation helps out. These Dining Room assistants were eager to make Mother’s Day special for residents and their families.
It’s always nice when the younger generation helps out. These Dining Room assistants were eager to make Mother’s Day special for residents and their families.
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