This weekend Residents enjoyed the talented performances of the students from Dance Expressions in Tewksbury.
"I could not have chosen a better place for (my Mom). Benchmark has made me feel secure. They care... period."
Click on the link below to learn more about what residents and families value most at Benchmark, as we celebrate National Assisted Living Week.
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We would like to wish everyone a Happy Grandparents Day in celebration of National Assisted Living Week! This is an important day to cherish grandparents and the lifelong memories that we have created with them. Whether it is in person or virtually, we hope that you are able to spend some special time with your loved ones. #CalledtoCare #GrandparentsDay2020 #NALW
Our first cookout of the year plus great entertainment! So nice to have the Residents and Staff out and enjoying the food and music on a beautiful day!
We are proud to announce that we have received a Best of the Best award for our innovative "Connect First" program from Argentum. This Mind & Memory program teaches associates how to discern what their memory care residents are trying to communicate and effective response techniques.
Thank you to all of our associates who contribute toward the success of the Mind & Memory program! Read more about the award below. #CalledtoCare #Argentum #memorycare
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We are proud to be named an honoree of Boston Business Journal's 2020 Corporate Citizenship Awards for the 2nd consecutive year. Led by our associates, Benchmark is committed to supporting each other and the causes our residents hold dear. #CalledtoCare
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Benchmark Senior Living named one of the most charitable companies in Massachusetts for the second straight year
Benchmark Founder & CEO Tom Grape participated in a panel discussion regarding how assisted living communities navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and the lessons learned. Hosted by Mass-ALA, the panel was part of a two-day conference during which Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker and Elder Affairs Secretary Elizabeth Chen spoke. #MassALA #GovernorBaker #SecretaryChen
Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/33hvREi
Yesterday we had an awesome time at our 1st Paper Airplane Competition! Residents and Staff competed to see whose plane would fly the farthest. Some flew better than others but we had a lot of laughs while enjoying some rocking 50's tunes! Oh, and after the awards ceremony everyone was treated to some ice cream from the ice cream truck!
Residents colored in some masks to kick off Halloween week.
Michelle Tristani, Benchmark’s Corporate Director of Memory Care, recently authored a column on fall prevention, offering important tips aimed at helping keep older adults safe in their homes. #CalledtoCare #FallPreventionWeek
Read the full story below:
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We took advantage of the beautiful weather and headed outside for beautiful singing by Tricia Boscho! Sun, fresh air and music were just what the Doctor ordered!
A huge thank you to the Clancy Family for sending delicious pies for all of our Associates to bring home and enjoy!
We want to make you aware that the MA Executive Office of Health and Human Services has revised its guidance to families on celebrating Thanksgiving with loved ones in long term care communities. State officials now “strongly discourage” families from bringing relatives home for “any in-person gatherings.” Please read the entire letter to Massachusetts families from EOHHS Secretary Marylou Sudders below #Thanksgiving:
https://bit.ly/3kW8bLe
Planning for Thanksgiving? Benchmark is encouraging all of our residents to stay home this year, and instead connect and celebrate with family virtually – via ZOOM, Microsoft Teams, etc. Residents and families can schedule a time for a virtual gathering, to share recipes and enjoy each other’s company. #Thanksgiving
Read more about the CDC’s tips for taking part in a safe Thanksgiving below:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays/thanksgiving.html
As we begin the holiday season, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services provided recommendations on how to celebrate the holidays safely with loved ones who reside in assisted living communities or other senior residential settings. Benchmark and the Commonwealth encourage everyone to be considerate and assess risk of the spread of COVID-19. #CalledtoCare #thanksgiving
Read more about the Commonwealth’s recommendations and considerations below:
https://bit.ly/32TMW6G
Today we were treated to beautiful harp music played by Shelley Otis.
Today, Benchmark CEO Tom Grape received his first COVID-19 vaccine at Cabot Park Village, an Independent Living community in Newton, Mass. Tom waited until all residents and associates throughout Benchmark’s 63 communities had a chance to receive their initial dose before rolling up his own sleeve. Tom and the entire Benchmark team are working hard to promote the importance of getting vaccinated.
Through Town Halls with medical experts, associate and resident videos and daily myth-buster emails, Benchmark is ramping up associate vaccine promotion as the second round of clinics begin. Read more below about our efforts to put an end to this terrible virus. #CalledtoCare
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Chelmsford Crossings had it's first COVID vaccine clinic this week! It was a huge success and we are grateful to have taken another step toward protecting our Residents and Associates!
As part of Benchmark Senior Living’s commitment to improve and personalize the resident experience, we are thrilled to be the first senior living provider in the Northeast to implement a digital platform that pinpoints residents’ interests to better match them to community programs and activities, and build relationships with neighbors.
The “Something in Common” program, developed using TSOLife technology, is being launched across all of Benchmark’s 63 communities.
“Creating and enhancing human connections in our communities is at the heart of Benchmark’s mission and something each of our staff members strive to achieve each day. ‘Something in Common’ is a tremendous resource that helps forge cherished relationships between new and longtime residents, as well as staff,” said Tom Grape, Benchmark's founder, Chairman and CEO.
Read more about the program below! #CalledtoCare #TSOLife
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The Wall Street Journal today put a spotlight on Benchmark Senior Living’s innovative and creative efforts to educate and encourage our associates to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Benchmark Founder, CEO and Chairman Tom Grape was asked for his insights on how to inspire employees to get vaccinated. Read the story below. #CalledtoCare #WSJ
https://bit.ly/2Yev1os
Happy New Year from Chelmsford Crossings!
Some talented musicians we've had give instrumental performances this month, bringing the joy of music to many of the Residents.
