Paul T. Casale Sr. Honored with the Mass-ALA 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award

A group shot with Paul T. Casale at Duxbury House in MA, a memory care community.

On Wednesday, July 31, Assisted Living providers from across the state gathered at the Massachusetts Assisted Living Association (Mass-ALA)’s annual awards dinner to help honor colleagues for their accomplishments relating to the Assisted Living industry.

Staying Cool During a Heat Wave: A Guide for Seniors

Heat waves can be particularly challenging for seniors, whose bodies may not adjust as well to sudden temperature changes. It’s crucial to take proactive measures to stay cool and safe. Here are some steps to help maintain well-being during a heat wave.

Employee of the Quarter: Deb Gleason

Each quarter, Duxbury House staff are nominated by their peers for the “Shining Star” award – an award that helps shine a light on our employees who are recognized as consistently going above and beyond the call of duty for our residents and fellow staff.

Employee of the Quarter: Lauren Ruff

Once a quarter, Duxbury House staff are nominated by their peers for the “Shining Star” award – an award that helps shine a light on our employees who are recognized as consistently going above and beyond the call of duty for our residents and fellow staff.

Study Finds That Older Adults are Less Vulnerable in Senior Housing

According to a recent study conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago, older adults are less vulnerable after moving into senior housing.

Welch Senior Living 2023 Award Recognition Marks Milestone Achievements

The company recently honored an impressive collection of over 1,700 combined years of service.

Duxbury House Participates in 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer’s®

The Welch Senior Living communities joined forces on Saturday, October 14 at Nelson Memorial Park in Plymouth for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Employee of the Quarter: Margareth Belony

Spring and its Effects on People With Dementia

The recent switch to Daylight Savings time can be a difficult adjustment for those living with dementia. Hear from Regional Memory Care Coordinator Laurie Welch Guthrie about maintaining the well-being of a person living with dementia throughout upcoming changes in schedules and weather.

When is Memory Care Appropriate?

Making the decision to move a loved one into Memory Care can often be difficult. Learn more about the benefits of Memory Care and more from Welch Senior Living’s Laurie Welch Guthrie, MSW, LCSW, CDP, Regional Memory Care Coordinator, and Senior Social Worker.