Bristol Glen, a UMC Community

02/05/2026

Rooted in community. Rising with purpose. Proud to serve Sussex County. 💛

Thank you to all our Board Members, teammates, and partners for making UMC’s Annual Board Retreat such an inspiring — and yes, energizing — two days! 🎉

Together, we celebrated a year filled with big wins, new partnerships, and incredible progress across our full‑service communities, affordable housing communities, and HomeWorks.

But the real highlight? Our people. The teammates and leaders who show up every day with a commitment to helping every older adult we serve live abundantly.

There’s so much good work ahead — and we’re ready for it! https://umcommunities.org/resources/blog/rooted-and-rising-a-celebration-of-purpose-progress-and-the-path-ahead/

01/29/2026

Applebee’s? More like Apple-please! 🍽️

Our residents enjoyed a fun lunch outing yesterday, and we loved every minute of it. Getting out into the local community is one of our favorite ways to stay active, stay social, and, of course, enjoy some delicious food.

Learn more about how Bristol Glen helps every day feel special and everyone feel at home: https://umcommunities.org/bristol-glen/community-life/

Applebee's Grill + Bar

01/28/2026

We'd like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all our amazing teammates whose dedication shone brightly during this weekend's storm! ❄️

Your commitment to our residents and to one another helped keep our community running smoothly.

Whether you stayed on-site to ensure continuity of care or adjusted your routines to be here when you were needed most, your teamwork and “we’ve got this” spirit made all the difference.

We are so grateful for each of you. Stay warm, stay awesome, and thank you for being the heart of Bristol Glen — in every season and every kind of weather! ☺️

01/26/2026

💪 Flex alert! Our residents have been crushing it in our fitness classes — all part of our vibrant calendar of wellness programs designed to help everyone stay active and connected.

Join us in congratulating our AMAZING exercise physiologist, Miles, who just welcomed a beautiful baby girl this week! 🎀👶

01/22/2026

As we begin the new year, we’re grateful for the generosity that helped us make a difference in 2025!

There’s still time to be part of our Year End Appeal and help us carry that momentum forward into 2026.

Appeal gifts made through January 31st support compassionate care, meaningful connection, and peace of mind for older adults at Bristol Glen and across all other UMC communities.

Learn more or make a donation at SupportUMCF.org/year-end

01/21/2026

Earlier this month, our community put on our blue suede shoes and had some fun celebrating Elvis Presley's 91st birthday! 😎

It was an electric afternoon filled with great music, dancing, and delicious ice cream floats, and yes, The King himself even made an appearance!

To everyone who stopped by to make it a rockin' time we say, thank you, thank you very much! 🎸

01/19/2026

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.”

01/13/2026

Maintaining brain health as we age is more achievable than many realize. 🧠

Research shows that addressing key lifestyle factors can reduce the risk of developing dementia by nearly 50%. At UMC, we’re committed to empowering older adults with practical tools that support healthy aging.

In a recent piece by Pamela Garofolo, Vice President of Program Excellence at UMC, she highlights four daily habits that make a meaningful difference: https://umcommunities.org/bristol-glen/blog/4-daily-habits-that-support-brain-health-after-65/

01/01/2026

Wishing you a joyous and healthy 2026. 🎉

12/25/2025

From all of us here at Bristol Glen, we wish you a very Merry Christmas.

12/22/2025

As we approach Christmas, we’re grateful for everyone who has already supported the UMC Foundation's Year End Appeal and helped create comfort, connection, and a true sense of home for seniors across our UMC communities.

There’s still time to make a difference this season. Remember:
🎁 Gifts made by December 31 count toward your 2025 taxes
🌟 Our Year End Appeal continues through January 31

We invite you to help bring peace of mind to more families with a meaningful year-end gift!

To read this year’s appeal letter and Give the Gift of Care, visit SupportUMCF.org/year-end

12/19/2025

We’d like to take a moment to celebrate the outstanding teammates who go above and beyond each day to make Bristol Glen such a special community. ❤️

Congratulations to the AMAZING Peggy Albert, CNA (pictured in purple), for being named Bristol Glen's Teammate of the Year! Peggy's compassion and dedication truly set the standard for excellence at our community, and we are so thankful to have her on our team.

We’re also proud to recognize our recent Teammates of the Month: Linda Kelly, Occupational Therapist (September, not pictured), Christian Gerding, Lead Maintenance Technician (October), Jerri Desposito, CNA (November), and Enrique Diaz, Dining Services (December).

Thank you all for the passion and commitment you bring to our residents and community every single day. ☺️