In November, assisted living communities from across the state were invited to submit photos of their residents’ artwork to the Massachusetts Assisted Living Association. One painting would be selected to appear as the front cover of its 2022 Resource Guide. Decatur House submitted several paintings for consideration, and on Dec. 16 we learned that Jane […]
Announcements
Happy New Year—It’s a Pug-a-bration!
Our New Year’s Eve party is a two-fold festivity, welcoming in another year while also celebrating the second birthday of three very special sisters: Aurora (“Rory”), Evie and Maggie. The delightful pug trio entered our lives two years ago, just in time to help us weather a very dark time, a period of isolation, distancing […]
Here Come the Holidays!
Thanksgiving was fun. While a number of residents visited their families for the day, a cohort of residents and staff gathered in the dining room to share a traditional and deliciously cooked midday meal. Activities Coordinator Maureen (Mo) Boyce asked residents and staff to share what they are thankful for this holiday season. Below are […]
Coming and Goings, Fall 2021
In addition to our new dining room manager David Caron, featured in last month’s newsletter, you will notice some fresh faces in the House. Welcome CNAs Madison Bolia and Reina Rivera. You can find Madison on the floor any time of day or night working all shifts, while Reina works the overnight shift primarily. Van […]
Community Spotlight: Resident Donna Eilbeck
Each of our residents has their own personal history and memories, and Donna Eilbeck’s story is truly unique. When news of the attack on Pearl Harbor broke, the then-teenaged Donna Joan Lewis was part of a girls’ trio, singing live on a Chicago radio program. “Nobody really knew what was happening at the time” Donna […]
Indoor Visits Reminders
October 2021 With fall, comes darkening afternoons, apple treats, pumpkins, and colorful leaves. Autumn also brings biting winds and cooler temps that can all at once send us indoors again. As Covid continues to loom, we’d like to remind residents, their families and friends of our indoor visit guidelines. Please make your visits inside apartments […]