In honor of Thanksgiving Day, we conducted an informal poll of our Members, families, staff and volunteers to ask what they are grateful for. Many people responded “friends and family;” here are some of the other blessings we counted!
My health! – Gene, Family
The happy faces at the Friendly Home. – Joy, Volunteer
My friend, Karen. They call us the BFF’s! – Diane, Member
I think we are in the best place possible. I feel lucky to be here. There’s so much going on! – Rosemary, Member
I love that Thanksgiving is a holiday where food is shared with family and friends and there are no other gifts that need to be purchased and wrapped! – Beth, Social Work Department
That someone plays the piano and we have music. – Helen, Member
My wife and Derek Jeter. – Bob, Member
I’m thankful to have a job working with great staff and Members. – Kim, Recreation Department
I am very thankful for the blessings of a dedicated, capable and compassionate staff that care for and serve the Friendly Home, Linden Knoll, Cloverwood and Glenmere residents so well. I am also thankful for the commitment and support of all members of the various boards of directors, committees and volunteers associated with Friendly Senior Living. It is an honor and pleasure to work with so many wonderful and caring people in service to others. – Jim, Administration
I’m grateful for my brothers and that I get to spend the holidays with my family. – Ted, Member
I am thankful for pumpkin pie with vanilla ice cream. – Sara, Dining Services Department
My grandchildren! – Kathy, Volunteer
My four sons who live close by. – Ray, Member
This Thanksgiving I am thankful for having all five senses and the ability to walk/run. These are “simple things” that I feel we too often take for granted. – Larissa, Marketing & Development Department
Laughter and music. – Lorraine, Member
Surviving cancer. – Karen, Administration
I am grateful to work in such a friendly and caring environment! – Maria, Human Resources Department
Sponge candy. – Marion, Member
I am thankful for my wonderful family, friends, my faith, football, and to work for and with such a great group of people. Happy Thanksgiving! – Sheila, Recreation Department
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