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May 11, 2023
May Happenings at the Leonard Florence Center for Living
Activities are flourishing both inside and out as residents and staff enjoy the height of the spring season. Our Mother’s Day celebration featured a Big Bucks Bingo a few days…

April 13, 2023
Behind the Scenes at the Leonard Florence Center for Living
Passover is an important Jewish holiday, and the residents spent many hours discussing what Passover means to each individual. We shared personal stories, traditions, and favorite foods in our talk…

March 15, 2023
Look What’s Happening at Leonard Florence Center for Living
March is a busy month at the Leonard Florence Center. Our Purim celebration was a huge hit, with a parade, costume contest, delicious food and colorful decorations. A Megillah reading…

February 13, 2023
What’s Happening at the Leonard Florence Center for Living
Residents, staff, and visitors are excited that Betsy’s Bakery-Café is now open! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30am to 4pm delicious muffins, cookies and other treats are available, along…

January 12, 2023
Behind the Scenes at the Leonard Florence Center!
Our holiday celebrations were in full swing this year. All our residents enjoyed the appearance of two very special guests: both the Mensch on the Bench and a colorful Hanukkah…

November 10, 2022
People are Talking!
Feedback from our residents and families is crucial to making our residences the best they can be. Through our surveys, phone calls and day-to-day interaction, we continuously take into consideration…

October 10, 2022
What’s Happening at the Leonard Florence Center
On September 18th, beloved resident Rose Pugliese turned 106! After attending Mass with Linda Keller, a MDS/MMQ nurse at the Center and good friend to Rose, the two drove to…

September 21, 2022
Over 700 People Attended the ALS & MS Walk for Living!
This year’s 14th Annual ALS & MS Walk for Living on Sunday, September 18 was held amidst blue skies and perfect temperatures. Even more importantly, it was immensely successful in…

September 16, 2022
Look What’s Happening at Leonard Florence Center for Living
With fall right around the corner, residents have made it a priority to enjoy the warm weather days. In fact, “Coffee Talk with Sandie C” on Wednesdays is more popular…

August 9, 2022
What’s Happening at Leonard Florence Center in August!
August is chock full of both indoor and outdoor activities. Residents and staff look forward to our Wednesday restaurant trips. The visit to the Cheesecake Factory was followed by a…

August 8, 2022
Join us for the 14th Annual ALS & MS Walk for Living on Sunday, September 18 in Chelsea!
For the first time since 2019, the much-anticipated ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) and MS (multiple sclerosis) Walk for Living will be held in-person on Sunday, September 18 on Admiral’s Hill…

May 27, 2022
Leonard Florence Center for Living Offers Independence and Support for Individuals Living with ALS
This story originally featured on Target ALS. Click here to read. Imagine being confined to one room for days, months, even years and then finding a home that enables you…