July 26, 2021

News from The Boston Home

Moving our Mission Forward through Partnerships: Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center Advisory Council Christine Reilly, CEO of The Boston Home, is well-known for always being on-the-go. From managing day-to-day operations, and keeping up with ever-evolving Covid-19 guidelines, to checking in with staff and residents throughout the day to hear the latest news about grandchildren or admire how a watercolor painting is coming along, her days are full-to-the-brim. Still, Christine is committed to making time to reach beyond the walls of The Boston Home to connect with partners who are engaged in work that aligns with our organizational mission. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Senior Care Association and on the Advisory Council for the University of Buffalo Neuroimaging Analysis Center (BNAC). On the BNAC Advisory Council, Christine joins a dedicated team of advisors, all of whom either have multiple sclerosis or have been personally impacted by the disease. Advisory Council Chair Larry Montani says this approach is critical to BNAC's focus on advancing patient-informed research. Read more...

David Hatch: Dedicated to Helping Others with MS July is Disability Pride Month, celebrating the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was signed into law on July 26, 1990 by President George H.W. Bush. This July, The Boston Home was delighted to dedicate the "David Hatch Cyber Cafe" in honor of resident David Hatch in recognition of his longstanding advocacy on behalf of people with multiple sclerosis. David was instrumental in The Boston Home's early embrace of adaptive technology and creation of the Cyber Cafe, which now features a beautiful mural painted by local artist Brian Life. The theme of the mural is "Moon River," a song which holds special meaning for David and his wife, Norma. Read More ...

Special Touches make The Boston Home Beautiful! Every Monday, Brenda and Luthette in The Boston Home Business Office prepare beautiful bouquets of fresh flowers for each table in the resident dining rooms. The special touch of beautiful color has been especially welcome during our rainy month of July. Thank you for always spreading joy, Brenda and Luthette!

2021 Art Show: Save the Date! Tuesday, August 17th The Boston Home Resident Art Show is back, on-site and in-person! Save the date to join us on Tuesday, August 17th, from 6-8 PM. Drinks, Appetizers & Jazz Performance by the Jeff Williams Ensemble. New work coming soon to The Boston Home Online Art Gallery, www.thebostonhome.org!

Watercolor by Richard B.

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