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
We are pleased to announce that Benchmark has been recognized by the Hartford Business Journal as one of the Healthiest Employers in CT for the 3rd straight year! We’d like to thank the associates in all 17 of our CT communities for their hard work and dedication toward promoting healthy living! #CalledtoCare #HBJ
Read more in the link below:
https://www.hartfordbusiness.com/event-honorees/2020-healthiest-employers-of-connecticut
"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
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
https://hubs.ly/H0tT9Sw0
Benchmark is proud to announce that we have been chosen by the Hartford Business Journal as one of Connecticut's Healthiest Employers, for the 3rd straight year! Thank you to all of our CT teams for continuing to promote good health among our associates. #CalledToCare #HBJ
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:
https://bit.ly/3ok6quk
Today we had a visit from Mister Softee! A special treat for the whole community!
The Connecticut Department of Public Health has shared guidelines for celebrating Thanksgiving with those in long-term care. Read the full letter below to learn more about tips on celebrating Thanksgiving with your loved one this year #Thanksgiving:
https://bit.ly/3619DYB
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
The State of Connecticut’s Department of Public Health provided recommendations on how to celebrate the holidays safely. Benchmark and the State of Connecticut encourage everyone to be considerate and assess risk of the spread of COVID-19. #CalledtoCare #thanksgiving
Read more about the state's recommendations and considerations below:
Holiday Preparation Guidance: https://bit.ly/3lJ9Ox4
How Can I Prepare for Gatherings?: https://bit.ly/2IDksr1
Benchmark Founder and CEO Tom Grape reflected on the amazing veterans in our communities, from our residents to associates. Benchmark would like to sincerely thank all veterans for their service and wish them the very best today, Veterans Day, as well as every day. Read Tom Grape's letter below. #CalledtoCare #VeteransDay
https://bit.ly/36qLmKr
🇺🇸Today we honored all Carriage Green Veterans for their service. Each veteran was given a certificate a pin, flag and a cupcake provided by Janelle Miner from Caring Hospice Services.
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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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
https://bit.ly/3t7XpXt
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
Saturday, January 16
National Fig Newton Day 2021 in United States. Today residents received a Fig Newton Cookie bar while they had a visit with Doris Quagliani and her pet dog Fig Newton. Fun Day at CGM!
A big SHOUT OUT to Touchdown Nutrition!!!
Thank you again for today! We enjoyed having a variety of teas to taste and enjoy for all our staff!
Family holiday dinner isn’t canceled, it will just be a little different this year! Consider making a to-go plate for your loved one and dropping it off at his or her community. Then set up a computer at the head of the table so that they can eat the same food while still having a seat at your family dinner. For more virtual celebration ideas, click below. #CalledtoCare #Holidays2020
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