Bridging the Generations at Birchwood Suites
Daisy Troop 127 stopped by Birchwood Suites to help create St. Patrick's Day decorations for The Avalon Center for Rehabilitation. In April the Daisy's will return to Birchwood Suites to use one of the scenic pond bridges for their "Crossing Over" ceremony to symbolize their graduation to Brownies.
Birchwood Suites Caring Hands and Caring Hearts
Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community residents have been creating special hand-crafted Valentine's presents to share! Several residents went on the Birchwood Suites mini-bus to Avalon Gardens Skilled Nursing Facility to present their creations to their surprised residents! A great time was had by all.
Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community Welcomes "New Addition"
Birchwood Suites welcomed pet therapy pooch Labradoodle, Simon and "mom" Betty on recent snowy afternoon. It was hard to tell who enjoyed the visit more, Simon or resident, Mary Camp!
Artist in Residence at Birchwood Suites
Artistic expression reaches a new height at Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community. Artist in residence, Walter Benko took up painting at the Art Students League when he retired. Oil and acrylic are his mediums of choice. Walter's artistic eye sees beauty all around him – from a still life to portraits, or to landscapes.
Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community Fair Benefits the Long Island Alzheimer's Association
Clay Pitts Road was abuzz with activities for all ages when Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community hosted a fundraiser to benefit the Long Island Alzheimer's Association. Activities included live entertainment, a Chinese Auction, and 50/50 raffle plus face painting, a bounce house and spin art for the kids and lots of food for all.
Summertime and the Living is Easy at Birchwood Suites
There is nothing like a beautiful summer day! Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community resident Mary Camp puts her feet up, relaxes and enjoys the summer sunshine.
Dr. Seuss' Birthday Celebration at Birchwood Suites
Students from North Ridge Primary School recently visited Birchwood Suites to celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday! The newest "Birchwood Buddies" visited, read and drew with Birchwood residents. A good time was had by all!!
Reading is Fun at Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community
Intergenerational programming is an integral part of the recreation activities at Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community. Students from the community regularly visit Birchwood Suites to read, write and participate in creative programming.
Birchwood Suites Proud Supporter of the American Heart Association National Wear Red Day!
Heart disease is the number 1 killer of women in. Since 2004, the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women initiative has been working collectively with women to help wipe out this killer. Birchwood Suites was proud to host a seminar for residents, family, staff and members of the community led by Sarah Siemers and Robin Weiner of the American Heart Association and North Shore University Hospital.
Cross Country Skiing Enthusiast Resides at Birchwood Suites
Nestled on 5 beautifully landscaped acres, Birchwood Suites Assisted Living Community offers cross country skiing resident Charles Collins the perfect backdrop to enjoy the snow. "I have been a cross country skiing enthusiast since I was a boy. It is great to snap on the skis and head out on the fresh snow right outside my door!"