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Marissa Salvesen

My journey into the world of senior living began when I started working for United Methodist Homes in 2010. Starting as an Activities Director at one of our-winning assisted and independent living communities and then transitioning to Marketing and Promotions Manager for UMH, I now work as the Manager of Mission Development, fostering the Mission and Values of our organization. I love sharing stories about the many ways we build meaningful relationships and enrich the lives of those we serve, and am proud to be part of building UMH’s 140-year legacy of caring. Wondering what makes our communities such special places to live and work? Connect with me and find out!

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Crosby Commons Residents Cheer on the Huskies!

By: Marissa Salvesen
March 16th, 2016

Shelton, CT (Wednesday, March 9, 2016) - Residents of Crosby Commons Independent and Assisted Living Community in Shelton brought their energy and enthusiasm to the Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, March 5 th for the American Athletic Conference Quarterfinals.

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Conard High School Coaches Reunite at Middlewoods of Farmington

By: Marissa Salvesen
March 2nd, 2016

(Farmington, CT – February 23, 2016) - Middlewoods of Farmington resident and longtime coach, Joe Beidler was pleasantly surprised to learn one day that an old acquaintance of his would be moving in to the community he now calls home. Beidler, a graduate of Trinity College and Columbia University, coached football and baseball at several schools throughout his career including Trinity College (Hartford, CT), Whitman College, (Walla Walla, WA), Weaver High School (Hartford, CT), and Conard High School (West Hartford, CT) before his retirement in 1983. “I heard Bob McKee was moving to Middlewoods,” Beidler shared. “He and I coached several teams at Conard High School for a long time. I knew we would have a lot of catching up to do.”

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Middlewoods “Woodchucks” are Bowling Toward Perfection!

By: Marissa Salvesen
March 1st, 2016

Newington/Farmington, CT (Thursday, February 25, 2016) - Residents from Middlewoods Independent and Assisted Living Communities in Farmington and Newington have been on strike – working their way through an exciting season in the Connecticut Senior Wii Bowling League. The “Woodchucks,” as they are called, began the season in September and will bowl until April, with an end-of-season tournament coming up in May at the Bristol Senior Center. The team includes 10 bowlers; 4 from Middlewoods of Farmington and 6 from Middlewoods of Newington. The Woodchucks are the only team in the league to represent a senior living community (well, two senior living communities, actually). All other opponents in the league are from local senior centers.

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Lifestyle Transitions at Wesley Heights Celebrates First Anniversary!

By: Marissa Salvesen
February 2nd, 2016

Shelton, CT (January 25, 2016) – Residents, family members, and staff are celebrating the first anniversary of Wesley Village’s newest addition to their Shelton senior living campus: Lifestyle Transitions at Wesley Heights. Located in the newly renovated Northwest Wing of the campus’s Wesley Heights community, Lifestyle Transitions provides specialized assisted living and memory support options for aging adults. The community celebrated the first anniversary milestone with a family brunch, special activities and other caregiver events throughout the month.

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“Belles and Beaus” Bell Choir Spreads Holiday Cheer

By: Marissa Salvesen
December 18th, 2015

(Farmington, CT – December 10th) - Christmas bells are ringing at Middlewoods of Farmington Independent and Assisted Living Community as members of the “Belles and Beaus” bell choir practice for their annual holiday tour! The group, which gathers throughout the year for the hand bell program, takes to the road during the holiday season to perform for local residents. After a performance at the Middlewoods of Farmington annual holiday family gathering last weekend, the “Belles and Beaus” put on a lively show at Arden Courts of Farmington on Wednesday, December 9th. In between songs, the group offered witty remarks and a bit of entertainment, along with encouragement to the audience to sing along. Many thanks to Arden Courts for the warm welcome and holiday goodies!

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Middlewoods of Newington Resident Honored by Local Masons

By: Marissa Salvesen
December 18th, 2015

(Newington, CT – December 9, 2015) - Middlewoods of Newington resident, Ralph Holmstrom has been a Mason for 72 years. During these 72 years of service, he was raised to the degree of Master Mason in 1943, served as Worshipful Master of Walnut Hill Lodge 139 (now part of Unity Lodge 148) in 1949, served as District Deputy from 1983-1985, and served as Lodge secretary for 38 years. When health limitations made it difficult from him to attend Lodge, a few brothers from Unity Lodge 148 (New Britain) and Frederick Franklin Lodge 14 (Plainville) decided to bring the lodge to him!

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