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May 2, 2025
Saturday Night Live Visit Featured in the Chelsea Record and Revere Journal
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April 16, 2025
Leonard Florence Center Residents and Staff Join Lizzo on the Set of Saturday Night Live
Steve Saling and Patrick O’Brien had one of their lifelong dreams come to fruition on Saturday, April 14. As part of the Outward Bound program, the two Leonard Florence Center…
April 1, 2025
Leonard Florence Center for Living Hosts Memorable Wedding
[L-R: Maria, Catalina, Omar and Stanley] The café at the Leonard Florence Center for Living, part of Chelsea Jewish Lifecare, was transformed into a beautiful wedding venue when Maria Acosta…
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…
January 9, 2025
Message from Megin Hemmerling, Regional President
Dear Residents and Families, I am hopeful everyone enjoyed the holiday season. As we embark upon 2025, it is fitting to reflect and set goals for the year ahead. Although…
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…
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…
March 20, 2024
NewDirection Care Founder and CEO Natasha Chadwick Visits Leonard Florence Center for Inspiration
The Leonard Florence Center recently welcomed Natasha Chadwick, Founder and CEO of NewDirection Care in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Natasha spent time touring the revolutionary residence, widely known for its revolutionary…
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….
September 7, 2023
15th Annual ALS & MS Walk for Living to be Held in Chelsea on October 15th
Former Governor Charlie Baker and Lauren Baker Join Walk as Special Ambassadors Steve Saling and Patrick O’Brien were given 2-5 years to live after each was diagnosed with ALS. Defying…