Sturges Residents and Associates share words of wisdom
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
Mango Madness at our garden club! Fun and delicious!
Celebrating Elephant Day!
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
Happy Belated National Chocolate Milkshake Day from our Harbor Residents!
The week of October 11-17 we will be doing different activities and events to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association. To celebrate the end of a successful week, we are having a Purple Car Parade! Please join us on Saturday, October 17, at 3:30 to participate. We would love to have as many family cars as possible. Please decorate your cars with all things purple (balloons, signs, streamers, etc.) If you would like to participate, please arrive at the Ludlowe parking lot for 3:15.
We can't wait to see you there!
If you have any questions, please feel free to email hbertrand@benchmarkquality.com
If you would like to help us reach our fundraising goal, please donate at https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2020/CT-Connecticut?team_id=655176&pg=team&fr_id=13337
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Sturges Steppers's Walk to End Alzheimer's Team Page
Sturges Ridge will be participating in the 2020 Walk to End Alzheimer's on Sunday, October 11 at 11:00. Please join us for the walk or donate at https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2020/CT-Connecticut?pg=team&fr_id=13337&team_id=655176&skip_login_page=true
“Fancy Nancy Tea Party Fun!!!
What a great surprise from our Care Partner, Christy! She performed an amazing song for us during or “Fancy Nancy Tea Party!
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
Beautiful pumpkin competition! Congratulations Matt with the Swedish Chef carved pumpkin!
Guy Hemond, VP of Culinary & Dining Experience with Benchmark, was featured in a piece by Senior Dining Association about Benchmark's Memory Care Dining Program.
Guy discusses how Benchmark communities improve memory care dining for residents, including how to create a home-like dining experience, visual stimulation in food and kitchenware, and creative ways to make food easier to eat. We are proud of Guy and our dining associates who strive toward creating a positive dining experience for residents! #CalledtoCare #memorycare #seniordining
Read the full story below:
https://seniordining.org/senior-dining-news/f/ways-to-improve-food-intake-and-dining-in-memory-care
Hi! My name is Matilda and I'm the newest Harbor resident! I'm very excited to be part of this neighborhood and love everyone I've met so far at Sturges Ridge. I've love hopping around my playpen in the activity room and being part of the group. I am already well-loved and rewarded with lots of pets and carrots.
Groovy, Trippy Tie Dye fun!
Elvis is in the building!
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
Happy Veterans Day. Thank you to all who served.
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
Prepare to loosen those belts! Sturges is celebrating Thanksgiving with a delicious feast.
Sturges activities today include beading and a popcorn taste test. Yummmm
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Sturges Ridge through Zoom!
The Programming Department will be hosting zoom gatherings between residents and their families on Thursday, November 26. Please contact Concierge for scheduling. 203-774-9740.
Today’s Sturges adventures include Scarecriw mix and “Glow Turkey” craft kit. All set for Thanksgiving!!
Matilda is well-loved and spoiled rotten by our Harbor residents.
Happy Thanksgiving from our amazing Harbor residents!
We have so much to be thankful for this year! Happy Thanksgiving from Sturges Ridge!
Exciting Thanksgiving Day Activities!
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
Thank you for all you’ve done for Sturges Ridge! Frank Boasorte you will be missed by all. The families, residents and associates of Sturges wish you all the best on your future endeavors. Good luck!
Social distancing is challenging, but Sturges has been having a lot of fun with our game competitions!
Our Famous Faces winners are Bob & Louise!
Congratulations to our Sturges Jeopardy winner, Judy!
The Black Friday Price is Right winner is Dottie! And congratulations to Kathy for guessing “Who Am I” correctly!
It was a very busy day in Harbor today. Our residents crafted their own Christmas wreaths and played a round of mini-golf.
Happy Hanukkah!
Happy holidays from Sturges Ridge!
Please help Sturges fight hunger!
Sturges Ugly Sweater Competition! Congratulations Judy on the “beautiful” ugly sweater award and Bob on the “ugly” ugly sweater award!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Gingerbread houses!
Ugly sweater competition in harbor! Congratulations Jessica the winner in memory care !
Exciting Holiday Activities!
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
https://bit.ly/3aEi2nF
Harbor residents have been very busy this holiday season making all sorts of beautiful decorations. Yesterday they created a forest of perfectly snowy pine trees.
Thank you Fairfield County Children’s Choir for an amazing virtual performance. We loved it!
Only 2 more shopping days left! Thanks to Judy and "The Ridge", the residents of Sturges Ridge are all set!
Another activity that’s easy to involve family members via video chat is building gingerbread houses. Put the camera at the end of the table and let the kids build their gingerbread houses while your loved one watches! For more virtual celebration ideas, click below. #CalledtoCare #Holidays2020
https://bit.ly/3aEi2nF
Merry Christmas from our home to yours!
Our Harbor residents are so talented! Today they squeezed in one more holiday painting party. Merry Christmas to all!
Winter animal painting class!!
Barbara is kicking 2020 to the curb. Welcome 2021!
Happy New Year!!!
Elf on the shelf co-winner! Congratulations Phyllis!
Sturges Strong! Bye bye Covid, we kicked you to the curb and got vaccinated!
Happy belated #NationalBirdDay from our Harbor residents!
Ornamental Japanese Cherry Tree! Fun painting project in the books!
JAPAN bingo challenge!
Improvising Japanese Stawberry Cake. Sturges residents can assemble their delicious treat in their rooms!
Blowing off steam, team building activity with Sturges leaders! We are #BetterTogether.
Sturges Strong! Bye bye Covid, we kicked you to the curb and got vaccinated!
Happy belated #NationalBirdDay from our Harbor residents!
Ornamental Japanese Cherry Tree! Fun painting project in the books!
JAPAN bingo challenge!
Blowing off steam, team building activity with Sturges leaders! We are #BetterTogether.
Sturges Strong! Bye bye Covid, we kicked you to the curb and got vaccinated!
Happy belated #NationalBirdDay from our Harbor residents!
Ornamental Japanese Cherry Tree! Fun painting project in the books!
JAPAN bingo challenge!
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
Blowing off steam, team building activity with Sturges leaders! We are #BetterTogether.
Sturges Strong! Bye bye Covid, we kicked you to the curb and got vaccinated!
Happy belated #NationalBirdDay from our Harbor residents!
Ornamental Japanese Cherry Tree! Fun painting project in the books!
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
https://bit.ly/2Mu48uj
Letters from Sturges
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
Blowing off steam, team building activity with Sturges leaders! We are #BetterTogether.
Sturges is going red!
Happy Birthday to the best Care Navigator and friend, Tracey Cirillo!
Letters from Sturges
Pack your bags and join us as we travel virtually to France!
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
https://bit.ly/2Mu48uj
Harbor residents playing cupid and aiming for the HEART!
Sturges is going red!
Happy Birthday to the best Care Navigator and friend, Tracey Cirillo!
Letters from Sturges
Pack your bags and join us as we travel virtually to France!
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
https://bit.ly/2Mu48uj
Sturges Ridge observing Ash Wednesday.
The Mardi Gras Party continued in Harbor!
Sturges Mardi Gras Celebration!
Happy Valentine's Day from Sturges Ridge!💗
Sturges goes RED for Woman's Heart Health!❤️
Congratulations to Derron! Sturges Ridge January Service Champion!
Tea Party fun!
Sturges Ridge observing Ash Wednesday.
The Mardi Gras Party continued in Harbor!
Sturges Mardi Gras Celebration!
Happy Valentine's Day from Sturges Ridge!💗
Sturges goes RED for Woman's Heart Health!❤️
Fantastic entertainment with our Ludlowe Senior, Michael!
Lionel Porter, a resident at Cabot Park Village, a Benchmark independent living community in Newtonville, MA, has dedicated his life and career to fighting racism. His story was featured last night on Boston 25 News! Learn more below. #BHM
https://bit.ly/3bGTtVZ
Fantastic entertainment with our Ludlowe Senior, Michael!
Lionel Porter, a resident at Cabot Park Village, a Benchmark independent living community in Newtonville, MA, has dedicated his life and career to fighting racism. His story was featured last night on Boston 25 News! Learn more below. #BHM
https://bit.ly/3bGTtVZ
In an era where it was unusual for women to hold high powered jobs, Phyllis was on the frontline breaking this stereotype. She started working at her local bank straight out of high school. Starting as an office employee and working her way up until she reached the ranks of bank vice president. Phyllis loved her job. She was responsible for over 200 employees and while working in the fraud department helped fight corruption. Thank you Phyllis for helping open corporate doors for women! #WomensHistoryMonth
Sturges is celebrating Ireland with a fabulous tea party!
Fantastic entertainment with our Ludlowe Senior, Michael!
Lionel Porter, a resident at Cabot Park Village, a Benchmark independent living community in Newtonville, MA, has dedicated his life and career to fighting racism. His story was featured last night on Boston 25 News! Learn more below. #BHM
https://bit.ly/3bGTtVZ
Tea Party fun!
Sturges Ridge observing Ash Wednesday.
Sturges residents loved the Lenihan dancers!
Thank you Lenihan School!
Another video from the Lenihan School performance!
Happy St. Patrick's Day form Sturges Ridge and the Lenihan School!
Sturges residents enjoyed a great boxed dinner and Zoom "Meet the Author"!
At Benchmark, creating meaningful moments with our mind and memory care residents is at the heart of our culture of caring. To celebrate Brain Awareness Week, Michelle Tristani, Corporate Director of Memory Care, outlines proven techniques that help foster meaningful communication with people with dementia. Click below to read more about our award-winning program, Connect First. #BrainAwarenessWeek #CalledtoCare
https://bit.ly/3eHVjsH
Sturges celebrates SPRING!
Sturges residents loved the Lenihan dancers!
Thank you Lenihan School!
Another video from the Lenihan School performance!
Happy St. Patrick's Day form Sturges Ridge and the Lenihan School!
Sturges residents enjoyed a great boxed dinner and Zoom "Meet the Author"!
