Categories for Leonard Florence Center for Living
April 2, 2024
Message to our Chelsea Residents and Families from Megin Hemmerling
Dear Residents and Families, With daylight savings time upon us, we gained an extra hour of sunlight, and with it, longer days and warmer weather. This is a great incentive…
April 1, 2024
Peace of Mind: A Continuum of Care at Chelsea Jewish Lifecare
Seniors inevitably face a major decision about where to live as they grow older. While staying in one’s home may seem like the best choice, many individuals need support services,…
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…
March 25, 2024
Peabody Campus Purim Parade Featured in the Boston Globe!
The recent Purim Parade in Peabody made the front page! The Boston Globe came to the Peabody campus to photograph the Purim parade and the photos ran on the front…
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…
March 11, 2024
A New Spin on Kosher Food
This is not your mother’s kosher food. These days the menus at the assisted living and skilled nursing residences on Chelsea Jewish Lifecare’s Peabody and Chelsea campuses feature updated recipes…
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 9, 2024
Chief Strategy Officer Kae Santos Builds Culture of Continuous Improvement to Benefit Residents, Families, and Staff
For over 23 years, Katherine (Kae) Santos, MBA, chief strategy officer of Chelsea Jewish Lifecare (CJL), has established herself as a leading expert in healthcare quality and performance improvement. In…
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…
January 2, 2024
Message from Megin Hemmerling, Regional President
Dear Residents and Families, I hope you enjoyed the holidays and celebrated with those who mean the most to you. Spending time in the company of people you care about…
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….