Happy Valentines Day at Maristhill

Holidays can boost our spirits and it was another happy Valentines Day here at Maristhill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

In addition to various activities, which included a very popular afternoon of lollipop making, the residents enjoyed a festive Valentine's Day party, complete with refreshments and a rousing performance by singer Tony Funches, former lead singer for Herb Reed's Platters.

It seems there's always something happening here at Maristhill!

Super Times & Super People!

Despite some challenging weather, many residents and team members enjoyed a fine time celebrating this year's Super Bowl!

Regardless of which team they were rooting for, people always enjoy gathering in a social setting, especially when there is a major happening such as the biggest game of the season.

Administrator Carolyn Fenn noted the high spirits, and extended a special thanks to all who made the extra effort to come to work during the stormy stretch of New England's winter.

"As we celebrated with a "Super bowl/Snowstorm" party today, it was not only how hard the staff worked to get here, but their attitude once they arrived – positive, proud, energetic, and cheerful – that really impressed me," she said.

 

"They truly embody the mission of our organization! In my opinion, all of our staff members are the "Champions" of our own Winter Super bowl!  Congratulations and thank you!!!"

 

Annual Appeal Thank You!

All of us at Maristhill are sincerely thankful to those of you who generously participated in our Annual Appeal this year... especially at a time when the economy is so tight and there are so many competing needs in our community.

We know that 2015 will bring new challenges as the pace of health care reform continues to increase. We hope and pray that our elected leaders have the wisdom and compassion to protect those most vulnerable when they are making the difficult decisions they face.

Through it all, with your help, Maristhill will continue to be the premier provider of quality non-profit care in the greater Waltham area.


A Happy New Year to all!

Sincerely,
Carolyn Fenn, Administrator

Tony Funches Performs at Maristhill

All of us at Maristhill have enjoyed the talents of the incomparable Tony Funches, former lead singer of Herb Reed’s Platters, who has performed at Maristhill numerous times over the past several years.

A favorite among residents and staff, Tony’s stage career has spanned nearly thirty 30 years, more than twelve of which were spent with the Platters.

The wide vocal range of this incredible singer is just the beginning of his talents, as his on stage personality and ability to engage audiences of all age levels – as shown at left while crooning with patient Susan Burke during Maristhill’s annual Family Christmas Party – is truly impressive.

And to All a Good Night

As noted in our previous post, we were expecting Santa to visit Maristhill earlier this month, which has been filled with activities, guests and more...

And true-to-form, Santa didn't didn't disappoint.

Residents and staff both enjoyed his visit, and as expected a fine time was had by all. Now we're looking forward to Wednesday's New Year's Eve party!

Naughty or Nice?

Everyone we know has been "nice" this year, and we're happy to tell you that Santa will be visiting Maristhill tomorrow (December 18th)!

Of course St. Nick's presence is just one of many events at Maristhill leading-up to Christmas Day...

Accordionist Eddie Marando will perform on the 21st, then our residents will attend geography lessons on the 22nd, and the Honky-Tonk Piano Man will entertain our community on Tuesday December  23rd.

A Christmas Eve sing-a-long will surely be a fun time on the 24th, and then it will be time to celebrate the holiday with family and friends.

It seems there's always something happening at Maristhill!

Maristhill Christmas Party December 13th!

Marishtill residents and families have planned this year's Christmas party for Saturday December 13th from 2:30 to 4:30 pm.

The event will be held in the facility's activities room on the ground-floor, and marks the beginning of a most festive week at Maristhill. 

On Sunday December 14 the Hope International Church Choir will entertain residents and their guests; then on the 15th residents will conduct a Christmas arts and crafts activity, followed on the 16th by a Kiwanis Club Holiday Sing-a-long. 

A Christmas Concert is scheduled for Thursday the 17th and Santa will visit Maristhill on Friday December 18th.

It seems something is always happening at Maristhill, which is truly an engaged community.