Broad Reach Healthcare Happenings
October was filled with memorable events, achievements, and celebrations, marking an exciting month for our community. Here’s a look at some highlights.
Chowder Tasting Contest:
Our residents recently put their taste buds to the test in a delicious Chowder Tasting Contest, sampling local favorites from The Squire, Mac’s Seafood, The Red Nun, and The Impudent Oyster. Each chowder brought its own unique flavor, making the competition close, but in the end, The Squire earned the title of Favorite Chowder!
Safety At Broad Reach:
After the tragic fire at a Fall River assisted living residence, we’ve launched a comprehensive review of our existing protocols with our partners at Chatham Fire/Rescue. Together, we’re looking for opportunities to strengthen what we all do
This past month, residents and staff at The Victorian Assisted Living and Liberty Commons Rehab & Skilled Care Center participated in routine shelter in place safety drills alongside the Chatham Fire Department. We’ll continue that work, gathering more detailed feedback with CFD, playing out scenarios that might present at other times of day and in other circumstances, update plans, and put them to the test with a full scale drill this Fall.
We’re grateful to our local fire department for their support and to our residents and staff for taking an active role in ensuring everyone’s safety!
Classic Car Show:
Residents, families, and friends enjoyed a memorable afternoon at the Classic Car Show at Liberty Commons. The event featured a stunning lineup of beautifully maintained vintage and specialty cars that sparked stories, nostalgia, and plenty of admiration. Guests strolled through the display, chatted with car owners, and soaked up the warm sunshine. Laughter, smiles, and shared memories made it a truly special day for all who attended!
Kind Words of Appreciation:
We were deeply moved to receive this heartfelt letter from a longtime hospice volunteer whose parents were a part of our Broad Reach family. Her kind words are a powerful reminder of the lasting impact compassionate care can have.
“I have been a hospice volunteer in Maryland for the past twenty-five plus years and, in this role, I have visited patients in various nursing facilities. Each of these visits has me comparing these facilities with those at Broad Reach Healthcare. Both my parents (John and Mary Belknap) were fortunate enough to have been part of Broad Reach - at Liberty Commons and The Victorian. I saw, firsthand, the level of care and compassion given to residents and family on a regular basis. I only wish my patients experienced the same kind of care that my parents received.
It has been a bit over two years since my parents died, but the memory of the level of care and dignity they were afforded lives on in my heart. It is important to me that you know what a difference you made in their lives and in mine. My sincere thanks to you and your entire stellar staff.”
- Karen
