Chelsea Jewish Lifecare

11/20/2025

We kicked off a thankful celebration with our Gratitude Tree, where everyone wrote down what they were thankful for.

This was followed by an energetic Alan Labella dance party! With the help of the Everett High School seniors, we danced, laughed, and truly enjoyed the moment together.

To top it all off, we ended the day with delicious apple pie and ice cream.
A perfect way to celebrate gratitude and community!

11/10/2025

LeadingAge Session Led by Barry Berman and Betsy Mullen Recognized Nationally!
Earlier this week Chelsea Jewish Lifecare CEO Barry Berman and COO Betsy Mullen presented a session at the LeadingAge Annual conference. More than 6,000 aging services professionals from 20+ countries came together to learn, connect, and create a lasting impact.
Mr. Berman’s and Mrs. Mullen’s session, aptly entitled Easily Implemented Strategies for Recruitment and Retention of a Healthcare Workforce, addressed the innovative strategies for staff recruitment as well as the organization’s creative programs for retaining staff on a long-term basis. Their presentation was extremely well-received. As a result, McKnight's Senior Living published an article about their session the day after the conference!
Please click on this link to read the story. It’s a wonderful tribute to the innovative practices in place at Chelsea Jewish Lifecare!

With 1,800 employees across four campuses, Chelsea Jewish Life currently has about 40 listed job openings — a low 2% vacancy rate many skilled nursing providers can only dream of in the current market.

11/06/2025

What a wonderful way to start November!

We celebrated the beauty of fall by picking dried leaves and creating our own autumn art.

Residents taped their leaves on paper, traced them, and added color using bingo dotters.

The results turned out bright, cheerful, and perfect for seasonal decorations!

Happy Fall Y’all!

10/31/2025

Fun at Florence and Chafetz!

We had a wonderful visit from the Everett High School seniors, who spent the day with our residents! These amazing students, all interested in pursuing careers in the medical field, brought so much joy, laughter, and positive energy to our community.

10/30/2025

Fun at Florence and Chafetz!

Our residents had a wonderful time enjoying Alan Labella’s concert, singing along and dancing the day away!

Laughter, music, and great company — the perfect combination for a joyful day!

10/28/2025

Congratulations to Ansu Kinteh and Shellie Honohan!

Both from The Estates on Admiral’s Hill, Ansu and Shellie recently completed the Leadership Development Class with Melissa Kershaw of Legacy Lifecare.

We’re so proud of their commitment to growth, teamwork, and leadership within our community.

10/14/2025

Celebrating Sukkot Together - Community, Joy, and Tradition

Last week, we gathered with staff and residents to celebrate the beautiful festival of Sukkot — a time of joy, reflection, and unity. Under the sukkah, we shared stories, songs, and meals, embracing the spirit of togetherness that makes this holiday so special.

One of the highlights was the opportunity for everyone to take part in the mitzvah of waving the lulav and etrog — a tradition symbolizing harmony and gratitude. Residents and staff came together to learn, connect, and experience the deeper meaning behind these special rituals.

From decorating the sukkah to sharing laughs over festive treats, the atmosphere was filled with warmth and community.

10/13/2025

Congratulations to Steve Saling, CEO of the ALS Residence Initiative, and Barry Berman, CEO of Chelsea Jewish Lifecare, on receiving the 2025 Gupta Family Endowed Prize for Innovation in ALS Care from the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS at Mass General.

Their groundbreaking work at the Leonard Florence Center for Living continues to redefine independence and dignity for individuals living with ALS.

Read more here: https://chelseajewish.org/news/sean-m-healey-amg-center-for-als-awards-2025-gupta-family-endowed-prize-for-innovation-in-als-care-to-the-als-residence-initiative/

10/10/2025

Crafting Joy for Sukkot!

This week, we had so much fun building our very own craft paper bag sukkah with the Elijah Society! Everyone got creative decorating and designing their mini sukkahs — it was amazing to see so much imagination and teamwork in action.

We even had a special visitor join us, who sang a beautiful Sukkot song, filling the room with music and celebration.

What a wonderful way to welcome the season of joy and togetherness!

10/07/2025

Calling All Senior Care Professionals!

Join The Estates on Admiral’s Hill for a virtual information session to discover how we’re leading the way in senior care. Learn more about our Assisted Living and Memory Support services, meet our team, and explore what makes our community truly unique.

Wednesday, October 15th
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, Virtual Session

To RSVP and receive the link, contact Jen Fazekas at jfazekas@chelseajewish.org or call 617-887-0826.

10/02/2025

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare wishes our residents, families, staff, and community a meaningful Yom Kippur. May this day of reflection and prayer inspire healing, compassion, and unity as we look toward a year of peace and blessing.
G’mar Chatimah Tovah.

09/23/2025

From all of us at Chelsea Jewish Lifecare, we wish our residents, families, staff, and community a happy and healthy New Year. As we welcome Rosh Hashanah, may this season bring sweetness, joy, and peace to all who celebrate. Shanah Tovah!