My mother, Mary Robinson , is probably the longest resident at Autumn Glen at 15 years. She has repeatedly expressed she feels very safe and well cared for doing this period of isolation. When I asked if she wanted to come to my house her response was, ”Heaven’s no! I am being well taken care of and this is where I am most comfortable. This is my home.” I think her words express it all! Thank you to All who provide this home for my mother.

I want to thank you all so very much for all you do to keep everyone at Stonebridge safe and happy. You are doing an amazing job and I want you to know that I appreciate you and respect you all for what you do for the residents during this time when families can’t be there. The residents are blessed to have such caring and dedicated people caring for their every need. You are all wonderful and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Please stay safe and healthy and keep up the awesome work treating the residents with respect, kindness and compassion. Thanks again <3

My father arrived a few days before Valentine’s Day and this was one of the first photo taken of him right after he moved in. You’ve made him feel so welcome right from the start. You all take such great care of him, especially now. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I want to thank the wonderful staff at Sunnybrook for taking such good care of my mom during this time of uncertainty. The fact that no residents have tested positive is a remarkable achievement in and of itself. The staff members are the only in-person contact that residents have had since March, and I appreciate the care that Northbridge has taken to ensure that residents are well-protected. Receiving one-on-one visits with staff members is a bright spot during their days! A special shout out to Jenny who is an absolute gem – and very loved by my mom.

We are so very appreciative of the new Culinary Director at Avita of Needham, Alina Eisenhauer. She is a gift. Mealtime is so important to people with dementia, and in this time of COVID, mealtime a even more of an important touch-point for our loved ones. With all the restrictions, mealtime is one constant that we can count on. My experience of eating with my dad has reminded me how important sharing a meal is; socially, emotionally and just plain health wise. Alina’s menus are simply amazing. From taste, to presentation, to smells, it stimulates all the senses. And Alina is also simply a lovely person, she is humble and passionate about what she does. Her enthusiasm about good food is contagious. We are thrilled about the newest member of the Avita of Needham team.

I don’t know what we do without the amazing team at Stafford. Everyone welcomed our parents there with open arms. They were there for us every day as Dad was in his final days and made us all comfortable so that we could be with him. And now with mom there alone, we know she is being so well taken care of. Everyone has become part of our extended family. Thank you for all you do to keep my mom healthy and safe!

Thank you to EVERYONE at Granite Hill – super job keeping everyone as happy as they can be during these strange times. I appreciate the thoughtful care, understanding attitudes and great communication! My mom and I just keep saying that Granite Hill is such a wonderful place to live. Virtual hugs and thanks again!!!

Although missing seeing my Dad is not easy at all, knowing he is a caring loving place who first, takes good care of each other makes my heart smile. Thank you all for keeping the best man in the world safe and healthy and in good spirits. I glean the good spirits from hearing his voice. Take care all, keep up the great work, it is very appreciated. I look forward to the day where I can see and thank you all in person, but until then please know this is one happy family member of a resident. Your selfless efforts are priceless.

To all of you wonderful, dedicated people who are on the front lines protecting our loved ones – we see you! You continue to have joy in your voice as we speak with you and we can see the love that you’re sharing to our family members! You are all part of this history making time-and you will be remembered for all that you have sacrificed!

My thanks to you all for taking such good care of our parents during this extremely unprecedented world situation. We count our blessings every day that they are in your hands and that everyone there has been able to stay healthy. The rules are working. I wish you all continued health and look forward to thanking you in person XXOO

I am so grateful to Jill for making us able to communicate via the computer. She cheerfully helped my aunt Eleanor set up video chat, something that was very difficult for those of us without great computer skills. Now i am able to see Eleanor’s face and sometimes Jill’s too. It makes us both feel more connected. Thank you Jill!

We are so grateful to the entire team at Avita of Needham. The leadership team, the nurses, the aides and all the staff members have been amazing in taking care of the Avita Community. We appreciate all the communication, thoughtfulness and endless hours of care during what has been such an uncertain time for all. We are so thankful!

You are handling this tough atmosphere with the utmost professionalism and kindness. Shirley is joking along, keeping her spirits up, thanks to all that you do!!
I wish someone would bring me a Rootbeer Float!!!

Thanks so much to Courtney Robinson for always being so cheerful and helpful. My sister, daughter and I got a chance to do a group video chat with Mom this afternoon, and she thought it was “pretty cool”–ha! This is a woman who never used a computer before! It’s never too late, and thanks to Courtney for making it possible.

I could never fully express my appreciation to the entire staff at Avita of Newburyport. All residents are safe and so very well cared for in every respect. With their help I can face time with my husband every day, which is huge blessing to us both. I am also sent photos of him smiling and enjoying the activities. I am so grateful to Avita and I need you all to know this and be proud.

Thank you all for your dedication and love you are showing the residents at Stroudwater Lodge. (which you always do). This is a difficult time for everyone- you have your own lives and families at home that you want to care for and keep safe as well. Know that the work you are doing does not go unnoticed. Thank you to everyone and stay safe and healthy! xoxo

Thank you so much to Maureen Gardner and her team in Mashpee for taking such wonderful care of my mom, Vera. I truly appreciate the way Laurentide is reaching out to families to keep the communication lines open. Thank you Doug for assisting with our face time visits. And a special thanks to all of the staff, dietary and cleaning crew who are committed to providing safe care and still trying to find ways to have fun during this difficult time. Keep smiling, sunny days are ahead!

Thank you everyone for working double time to make being cooped up in an apartment tolerable and bearable. My mom, Angela, misses her daily ice cream, movie nights and getting out for walks but appreciates the family photos printed out and delivered by Kim, pomegranate juice bought just for her and the daily private doorway yoga class given by Angela No. 2. She realizes that staff members have to repeat things many times over since group gatherings are no longer an option and that she is being kept safe and for me, it’s much easier to get in touch with my mother because I know she’s always just steps away from her phone.

My parents, Lovye and Rolf had just settled in as new residents for only several months when the pandemic hit. They were enjoying the group dining hall experience, social activities and exercise classes while getting to know their new neighbors. They have constantly mentioned how wonderful the staff is. In these unusual times , I feel so relieved that they are getting such great care without being exposed to the general public. Teaching FaceTime to them on their new iPad has helped keep us more connected.. Thank you all for doing your best to keep them safe!

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Not sure I will be able to say that enough! We appreciate the staff at Avita of Stroudwater, your hard work and efforts to keep my mom and all the residents safe during this time! We miss seeing everyone and look forward to you all sometime soon! Take good care of yourselves too!