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The Gift of Dance for Valentine’s Day
Ballroom dancing lessons were the perfect Valentine’s Day gift this year. Residents and staff at Allerton House in Hingham fell in love with the special events class, taught by instructor Michael Winward. Continue reading “The Gift of Dance for Valentine’s Day”
Welch Senior Living Honors “Promise Keepers” at Annual Staff Recognition and Awards Dinner
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.” Continue reading “Welch Senior Living Honors “Promise Keepers” at Annual Staff Recognition and Awards Dinner”
Veterans Day at Allerton House in Hingham
Residents and staff at Allerton House at Harbor Park observed Veterans Day with a tribute to veterans currently living in the community. In addition to honoring all who served and who still serve their country, this year Veterans Day – or Armistice Day – commemorated the centennial of the agreement to end the First World War. The day’s events honored 13 resident veterans who had served the United States and Italy. Beacon Hospice presented the “We Honor Veterans” ceremony. Continue reading “Veterans Day at Allerton House in Hingham”
Consumers Turn Out for Vascular Health Presentation
Area residents listened intently to a presentation on peripheral vascular disease at Allerton House at Harbor Park in Hingham from Dr. David Denmark, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI, Interventional Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Harbor Medical Associates, South Shore Hospital, and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Continue reading “Consumers Turn Out for Vascular Health Presentation”
Professionals Decorate Pumpkins!
Allerton House in Hingham hosts an annual pumpkin decorating event for professional referral partners. The seasonal party offers an opportunity to network, unwind, and get into the holiday spirit. Continue reading “Professionals Decorate Pumpkins!”
Capturing the Moment at Allerton House in Hingham!
Welch Senior Living’s Allerton House Assisted Living Communities strive to “Capture the Moment!” That is the theme of this year’s National Assisted Living Week celebrations. Addressing the Welch luncheon crowd at the Indian Pond Country Club in Kingston, Welch Senior Living Executive Director Paul Casale, Jr. said the day-to-day hope is to “inspire our residents to seize the day.” He thanked the residents for entrusting the company with their care. Casale, Jr. acknowledged the work of the staff to create a beautiful experience for the day and a week of celebrations filled with exciting activities. Continue reading “Capturing the Moment at Allerton House in Hingham!”
Indoor Beach Party Beats the Heat!
When the temperature outside hovers near 100 degrees, the best place to celebrate a fun day at the beach is with an indoor Beach Party at Allerton House at Harbor Park in Hingham. Plenty of air conditioning was on hand along with a tub of sand, pail, shovels, and of course, inflatable beach balls! What could be more fun? Continue reading “Indoor Beach Party Beats the Heat!”
Family and Friends Cookout!
Residents gathered at the Summer Cookout at Allerton House in Hingham with family and friends to enjoy the music and delicious summertime fare, including native corn and fresh fruit. The band Play it Again hit all the right notes during the annual event. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren of community residents eagerly signed up for face-painting.
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A Runner Shares His Passion
Boston Marathoner and Hingham resident Herman Messmer, 88, didn’t start running until he was 47. Since then he hasn’t looked back. He has run the Boston Marathon three times. Messmer recently shared his love of running and stories about life on the road with residents of Allerton House in Hingham. The 7.6-mile Mt. Washington Road Race in New Hampshire is among his favorites.