Briarwood Continuing Care Retirement Community

04/22/2026

Planning for the unexpected is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give your loved ones.

Our latest blog explores how advance care directives help ensure your healthcare wishes are clearly understood and respected, while providing your family with guidance and peace of mind during difficult moments.

Take a moment today to learn how you can plan ahead with confidence.

https://www.briarwoodretirement.com/blog/creating-an-advance-care-directive/

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Learn how an advance care directive helps protect your wishes, guide medical decisions, and ease stress for the people you love.

04/09/2026

Save the Date! ⛳

The Briarwood Community is excited to announce our 17th Annual Golf Outing!

Thursday, September 24, 2026
Cyprian Keyes Golf Club
284 E. Temple St., Boylston, MA

This special event brings our community together for a great day of golf, connection, and support. A big thank you to our Title Sponsor, Rogerson Communities, for helping make this fundraising event possible!

More details about registration, sponsorship opportunities, and the day’s activities will be coming soon. Mark your calendars now and we hope to see you on the course!

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Our Health Center got a festive makeover—transformed into a cozy Irish pub, complete with charming décor and a menu of “fancy beverages and Irish theme treats” that brought smiles all around.

Residents and staff enjoyed a wonderful morning filled with laughter, music, and a touch of Irish cheer.

It’s moments like these that make our community feel so special. 🍀

Wishing everyone a day full of luck, joy, and a little extra sparkle!

03/01/2026

We get a lot of questions about assisted living — what it is, who it’s for, and how to know when it might be time to make a change.

We put together a blog post that walks through those questions, plus what life looks like here at Briarwood if you need a little extra support.

If you’re considering assisted living for yourself or someone you care about, give this a read.

What is assisted living? Briarwood offers answers, support, and a welcoming community. Get guidance or book your tour now.

01/02/2026

Briarwood Residents rang in the New Year in style with an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration!
The evening featured a live DJ that kept the dance floor full, delicious appetizers that were a hit, and a festive champagne toast to welcome the year ahead. Laughter, music, and great company made it a night to remember, and a fantastic start to the New Year for all who attended.

12/26/2025

The Tree of Remembrance is a cherished Briarwood tradition that brings comfort and connection during the holiday season. Residents recently gathered to honor the memory of loved ones by placing ornaments on the tree and sharing cherished memories in a setting of reflection and care.

This year’s service was especially moving, featuring a beautiful musical performance by JOMP student Sofía Hernández-Williams, who performed a movement by solo Bach, creating a touching and contemplative backdrop for the ceremony. The program also included a heartfelt poem reading and the singing of Silent Night, moments that resonated deeply with all in attendance.

Following the service, residents and staff came together to enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, sharing conversation, warmth, and the spirit of community that defines Briarwood.

12/16/2025

Holiday cheer is in full swing at The Elms! We are grateful to our families and staff for making our annual open house such a wonderful success. Thank you for celebrating the season with us!

12/02/2025

A magical evening at Elms Assisted Living!

Our residents were were filled with joy as the big man himself, Santa Claus, stopped by to help us celebrate our official tree lighting!

The room sparkled with holiday cheer, laughter, and plenty of smiles as the residents gathered together to sing carols.

Everyone enjoyed delicious, hot cocoa, and cookies, making the night feel extra cozy and festive. 
Thank you to everyone who helped make this celebration so special.

The holiday season is officially underway, and we couldn’t be more excited! 

11/01/2025

🎃 Spooky Fun Across Our Community! 👻
We love our continuing care retirement community! Elms Assisted Living Residents stopped by our Nursing Center for some sweet trick-or-treating fun 🍬.
Over at Knollwood, our amazing staff went all out with a friendly decorating competition, transforming their workspaces into incredible themed displays! From spooky sights to sweet treats, residents, team members, and visitors all had a blast celebrating together. 🧡

We’re so proud of the creativity, connection, and community spirit that makes The Briarwood Coninuing Care Retirment Community such special place to call home.

10/31/2025

🎃Briarwood’s Halloween Bash!

We had the best time! Clever costumes, endless smiles, and laughs for miles!

Briarwood really knows how to have fun. From spooky to silly, everyone brought their A-game and made the afternoon one to remember.🧡

Drop your favorite party moment in the comments below! ⬇️

10/30/2025

Something spooky is about to begin here at Briarwood…

10/24/2025

Briarwood’s 2nd Annual Apple Pie Contest was a sweet success!
Nearly 60 residents and staff members joined in the fun, tasting and voting for their favorite homemade pie. Thank you to everyone who baked, sampled, and celebrated the season with us—what a great way to enjoy fall!