Categories for ALS resident
January 13, 2025
Making News at the Leonard Florence Center for Living!
The Leonard Florence Center for Living has been taking center stage these last few months with numerous awards and world-wide recognition! Mr. Berman and Mrs. Mullen were honored by the…
November 8, 2024
Leonard Florence Center for Living Celebrates Designation of ‘Deficiency-Free’
The Leonard Florence Center for Living, operated by Chelsea Jewish Lifecare and an affiliate of Legacy Lifecare, announced that it recently achieved a deficiency-free survey. This designation, conducted by the…
October 10, 2024
Look What’s Happening This Fall at the Leonard Florence Center for Living!
The 16th Annual Walk for Living on October 6 was a highlight for residents, families and staff. The weather was perfect and WCVB-TV Channel 5 emcee Maria Stephanos did a…
October 7, 2024
16th Annual ALS & MS Walk for Living Brought Together Residents, Families, Staff and Community
On a perfect fall morning, hundreds of walkers and many dogs turned out for the 16th Annual ALS & MS Walk for Living. The two-mile walk on October 6 enabled…
July 9, 2024
Summertime Fun at the Leonard Florence Center for Living
Amidst a bevy of activities, events, programs and celebrations, the summer has been busy and full. Residents, staff and guests are taking advantage of the warm weather to relax on…
May 22, 2024
Harvard Medical School Global Healthcare Leaders Visit Leonard Florence Center for Living
Participants in the Harvard Medical School Global Healthcare Leaders Program capped off their final week with a visit to the Leonard Florence Center for Living. The diverse group of 45…
May 8, 2024
Leonard Florence Center for Living Residents Attend 1st Annual ALS Advocacy Day
Residents and staff members of the Leonard Florence Center for Living (LFCL) participated in the 1st Annual ALS Advocacy Day. This inspiring event was held at the Massachusetts State House…
April 1, 2024
Happenings at the Leonard Florence Center for Living
As we transition from winter to spring, let’s reflect on the myriad of activities that have enriched our lives at the Leonard Florence Center for Living. From spiritual gatherings to…
February 21, 2024
Leonard Florence Center Featured on WCVB-TV!
The Leonard Florence Center for Living was recently featured in a segment on the Channel 5/WCVB-TV 6pm news broadcast. On-air reporter Maria Stephanos visited Chelsea to see, first hand, how…
January 4, 2024
Look What’s Happening at the Leonard Florence Center for Living
November and December were busy months at the Leonard Florence Center for Living. Some of the highlights included “The Magic of Houdini” show, which delighted attendees of all ages; a…
January 3, 2024
Lessons on Living from Patrick O’Brien (LFCL Resident) in The Boston Globe
“As I See It” a weekly photo column by Pulitzer Prize winner Stan Grossfeld. This week Grossfeld vists with ALS Survivor Patrick O’Brien. By Stan Grossfeld (Globe Staff) (Click here…
October 17, 2023
As seen in The Local News: LITE WAITE: ALS REDUCES YOUR MOBILITY, BUT NOT YOUR HUMANITY
By Bob Waite Do you recall taking your first step? Or the joy you felt when you uttered your first word and received praise in return? Of course you don’t….