Activities Roundup

In December we welcomed our new activities assistant, Kate Serafino. Kate is a former schoolteacher with a fondness for crafts and fitness programs. Kate (at left) has already won over many residents, with her easy going demeanor and warm personality. Under her direction, residents decorated gingerbread houses, created holiday decorations and completed adult coloring projects. […]

We had much to be grateful for this Thanksgiving, with our residents fully vaccinated and observing policies designed to keep us all healthy and safe.The dining room was buzzing with happy chatter as residents shared a sumptuous Thanksgiving dinner reminiscent of traditional family feasts. Nearly every resident was on hand recently to welcome Rick Walsh, […]

October came in like a lion and went out like a lion, with a fierce roaring storm that felled centuries-old trees and knocked out power for much of Cape Cod. But thanks to our powerful generator, life at Decatur House went on in nearly normal fashion. October saw us paint with Wendi C. Smith, sing […]

It seems that September sped by in a flash, yet we managed to make the most of each day. For starters, a group of residents enjoyed a luncheon outing to Captain Scott’s Restaurant – Jane’s favorite local eatery – which is renowned for its native seafood and popular Greek specialties. The meal was unrushed and […]

The personable Mike Dardis returned to entertain us with his popular guitar and piano stylings. As always, Mike’s comical rendition of an utterly absurd song—the Mark Twain-inspired “I’m my Own Grandpa”—elicited a wave of uproarious laughter. Next, Lourana settled in at the keyboard to challenge us in a “Name that Tune” competition, won hands-down by […]

As the new school year approaches, we wish to acknowledge the contributions of Ellen and Sydney, two young volunteers who spent part of their summer vacations assisting with our activities. And before returning to school, Sydney, an accomplished violinist, will treat us to a performance featuring classical music and old standards. In the meantime, our […]