White said the support group which is being organized by Doris Pauley. The group not only makes life easier for the residents but for the staff as well. It is our objective to have families feel at home here and to feel comfortable with our programs and services. The youth volunteer program gives local teens a place to spend their time as well as learn about the real world of a nursing home. Young people from the local schools participate in a range of activities.
Students help staff while getting to know and enjoy the seniors.
White said teens often have preconceived notions about nursing homes which may prove harmful to the home's public image. It is imperative that this message gets out in our communities. Some of the negative connotations that people have about nursing homes are all about do a great disservice to those who live and work very hard in nursing homes. Barbara Briggs, a Westford board member and long time volunteer said senior citizens play a huge role in our everyday communities and we should try to help them in any way we can. She pointed out the residents at the home also provide jobs for all the people working at the home.