Staff/Resident Spotlights

Unique in oh-so-many ways, Christine “Chris” is a refreshing addition to our Decatur House family. A bit bohemian – in an endearing way – Christine seems most comfortable when barefoot, perhaps a throwback to her martial arts training. When she hears music she spontaneously sings along, often shedding her flip-flops and dancing to the beat. […]

A lovely addition to Decatur House is Jocelyn “Jos” Schermerhorn, who shares her apartment with Witty, a striking calico cat ‘of a certain age. ‘Jos – pronounced “Joss” – grew up in Wellesley when it still had “a small town feel.” “I always had to behave myself,” she said, “because my mother knew everybody.” Now […]

Patricia “Patty” Brown, a recent addition to our Decatur House family, is a Michigan native with a warm, engaging personality. New residents often need time to adjust, but Patty has “hit the road running,” taking part in activities and socializing with fellow residents. When not involved in a game of bingo, or engaged in lively […]

Our staff is very fortunate to include Jody Robbins, an accomplished cook, and her daughter Madison Bolia, a certified nurses’ assistant. Jody comes to us from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy, where she spent 5 years as a cook and assistant catering manager, cooking for 1,500 at a time. “Everything ran like clockwork,” she said. “When […]