When Trudy Walsh arrived at New Pond Village in 2023, she brought more than her belongings. She brought a lifelong love of music that began in childhood and never truly left her. That passion was reignited years earlier after she read a 2015 article about a ukulele club at the Needham Senior Center. Curious, she […]
On any given day, you might find resident Shirley H. heading to yoga, meeting friends for a game of Rummikub, painting with neighbors or settling into her favorite chair with knitting needles in hand. Rarely still for long, she moves through her days with energy, creativity and connection. “I continue to do the activities I […]
A Birthday to Remember Pauline Nicholas rang in her 99th birthday on September 12th with a weekend full of celebration in the community she calls home, New Pond Village. Family and friends stopped by and laughter echoed through her apartment while the buzz of calls, emails and cards poured in. One of seven children, Pauline […]
You might call Phil Sullivan the Mayor of Walpole. Well, at least the Mayor of New Pond Village, our senior living community located in the heart of town. A lifelong Walpole resident, who raised his family in town, Phil has been an integral part of New Pond Village since its very beginning—first as an associate […]
Hometown Weekly recently featured New Pond Village in a story about one of our most beloved community features—our pets. Man’s best friend. Fur babies. Feathered friends. Whatever we call them, pets bring something special to our lives. The benefits of pet ownership are especially meaningful for retirees, like those who live at New Pond Village […]
Celeste Hurley, a familiar and beloved resident in our Independent Living community at New Pond Village, has dedicated much of her life to painting. Her artistic journey, which began decades ago, continues to enrich her days and inspire those around her. From Passion to Precision: Celeste’s Artistic Journey Celeste discovered her love for watercolor painting […]
Quality of Life in a Safe Neighborhood As the Assisted Living and Memory Care Programming Director at New Pond Village, Riley Finnegan brings warmth, compassion and a personal touch to everything she does. She carefully designs a monthly calendar of activities that honor each resident’s unique interests and abilities, making sure every moment aligns with […]
A High Flying Serviceman John Medailleu has lived his whole life in the Walpole area—but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t experienced the world. As a student at Northeastern University, he joined the ROTC. “They sent me to Wiggins (Airways) in Norwood to learn how to fly fixed-wing planes. That’s what I thought I was getting […]
New Pond’s Kitchen Rock Star When Lacey Rainey was a kid, she wanted to either be a rock star or a chef. As the Food & Beverage Director at New Pond Village, she gets to be both. “Even after a long day I leave for work smiling and I come home smiling,” says Lacey, who […]
When Carol Fiske saw the first signs of construction at New Pond Village’s groundbreaking, she knew she wanted to live here but wasn’t sure the timing was right. Experiencing the community as it began to take shape, she soon realized that she was ready to make make a move and transition to a welcoming, social […]