The Heron House, Cumberland Foreside, ME (2025)

07/23/2025

Yesterday, two of our own at The Heron House celebrated a milestone that reminds us just how much life we experience together here. Peter and Lauren ended their shifts like any other day, but by that evening, they were standing barefoot in our front yard at home surrounded by candles, hydrangeas, and soft lights as Peter asked Lauren to marry him.

This proposal was a true team moment. Peter’s coworkers and friends helped him practice, even stretching out his legs to make sure he could get down on one knee smoothly. And when Lauren finished her shift, her coworker and friend handed her a vintage suitcase with a handwritten note from Peter inside, telling her to get ready and come home for a special night.

We spend so much of our days side by side caring for others, sharing so many laughs, facing challenges and growing together, that our coworkers naturally become part of life’s biggest moments. Celebrating milestones like this reminds us just how connected we are.

Please join all of us in congratulating Peter and Lauren on their engagement! 🐦💍🌷

07/21/2025

Christina moved into The Heron House just two days after Christmas last year.

Born in 1942 in England, Christina lived a full and adventurous life. She met her husband in Bermuda at just 18 years old, and together they spent over sixty years building a life, raising three children, and traveling the world as a Navy family.

From the moment she arrived, it was clear she was navigating the challenges of aging with quiet strength. Though her needs had grown, she remained gracious, always saying “please” and “thank you” with a gentle dignity. She found comfort in simple joys: a hot cup of tea, some online shopping, and watching sports. We made every effort to keep these small pleasures woven into her days, knowing how much they meant to her as her body began to decline.

Christina adored her family and carried a deep longing for her late husband, whom she missed every single day.

She passed peacefully early this morning. While our hearts are heavy, we find comfort in the hope that she is now in Heaven and reunited, at last, with the love of her life. 🕊️

07/19/2025

Life lately 🪻

07/16/2025

Julia joined our sister business in 2020 and has been with us at The Heron House since day one, when Ronnie and I first purchased the home. From the very beginning, she has played an integral role in shaping not just how we look, but how we’re seen.

One of Julia’s greatest strengths is her ability to create a brand identity that reflects our values and mission. We believe branding is more than aesthetics; it’s tied to our reputation, it influences how we’re perceived by the families we serve, and it helps us build meaningful relationships within the community. Julia has a unique ability to take our ideas and translate them into visuals, both in print and online, that feel true, thoughtful, and distinctly us.

From the font and color of our logo to our beautifully detailed website, from custom event invitations to tour brochures, Julia is the artist behind it all.

Her impact goes far beyond graphics. Julia plays a large role in the design and decor throughout The Heron House as well. After my sister and I completed many of the major renovation designs, Julia continues to elevate our spaces with frequent and thoughtful updates and always with a focus on keeping things local, coastal, and unique.

Branding is more than a logo; it’s the feeling people get when they think of our home. A warm and consistent brand story creates connection, pride, and loyalty and it helps The Heron House stand out by highlighting all the little things that make it so special.

So the next time you visit, take a moment to notice the small details that Julia spends so much of her time perfecting: the scalloped rattan frames, the soft watercolor hydrangea prints, the gold hallway light fixtures, the precious stoneware dessert bowls, our new front door with its beautiful brass k**b, the entryway waterhog runners, the laundry room overhaul, and the flowers she thoughtfully planted by The Heron House sign.

Much of Julia’s work happens behind the scenes, but the results can be seen in every corner of our home and felt in every interaction with our community.

I think being a Chebeague Island girl gives her a bit of an edge. She’s a true Maine heart, through and through. While she and I share a vision, Julia’s attention to detail and ability to design with quiet elegance have made a lasting impact on both our business and our home. 🐦🏡

Here is Julia with our housemate and fellow Chebeague Islander, Andy.

07/15/2025

A few of our housemates joined us for a visit on the poolside patio today where we shared lunch and a lot of sunshine. We snacked on classic Amato’s Italians, listened to oldies, dipped our toes in the pool and enjoyed each other’s company.

They rocked in their patio chairs, humming along to familiar tunes, and you could see the comfort and contentment settle in.

For me, there’s something really meaningful about welcoming those I care about into my home. Opening our doors to our housemates is a reminder that they’re more than just part of our care, they’re part of our circle.

Jazzy and I had a cannonball contest for the housemates. Marguerite kindly declared it a tie but between us, I’m pretty sure I took the win. 👒👙🥪

07/12/2025

Our annual Summer Party is one of our favorite days of the year, and one of the most meaningful. We begin planning months in advance, carefully organizing every detail to do our best to create an unforgettable day for our housemates and their families.

Heron House party days are truly like no other. Our leadership team gathers early, Lucy stretches, asssignments are made, everyone gets focused, and then we make it happen.

Every detail matters because we know how much joy a well-planned event can bring. Our gatherings give our housemates a chance to welcome their families into their home in a beautiful, festive way and we take that seriously.

A heartfelt thank you to Dave, our Dining Director, for crafting each recipe with intention and care. To Angela, for her tireless coordination and attention to every moving part. To our leadership team, for always showing up with heart. And to our entire team—for doing what they do every single day.

The lobster rolls, blueberry bread, Caprese skewers, and Maine-shaped cookies were all beautiful touches but it’s the comfort, laughter, and genuine smiles on our housemates’ faces that made today so special. That’s the reason we do what we do. 🦞🫐🌷

07/11/2025

If you know The Heron House, then you know Mrs. Buck. Also known as Angela, she is the heart, soul, and driving force behind so much of who we are and what we do here.

Angela starts her days before 5 a.m. because it matters to her to support every employee on every shift. She answers call bells without hesitation, not because she has to, but because she’s been on the floor and knows firsthand what it means to feel supported. She builds real, personal relationships with each of our housemates because their comfort is a priority to her and she takes time to connect with every family because earning their trust truly matters to her.

Angela has earned the respect of our entire community by being a leader who is honest, consistent, and deeply reliable. She holds our team to a high standard and advocates fiercely for our housemates, creating a home that feels safe, warm, and undeniably pleasant to live and work in.

One of the things I admire most about Mrs. Buck is her daily commitment to growth. She shows up each day determined to do better and be better. She meets every expectation—and then surpasses it. From the smallest details to the biggest responsibilities, she gives her full attention and takes genuine pride in everything she does.

Having a Director of Operations like Angela, someone who leads by example and reminds everyone around her that no job is beneath her, sets the tone for everything at The Heron House. It creates a culture rooted in humility, teamwork, and deep respect for the work, for our team and most of all, for the housemates that we serve. 🐦

07/08/2025

When we purchased The Heron House in 2021, we immediately dove into extensive renovations. We gutted the home and transformed it into everything we knew our housemates, their families, and our team deserved. Every detail was carefully chosen, thoughtfully refined—yet almost four years later, we realized we had overlooked the very beginning: the front door.

Today, our beautiful new front door was finally installed.

To some, it may just be a door. But to us, it’s much more than that. It’s the first impression. It’s the welcome. It sets the tone for everything that happens inside—conveying warmth, care, and the pride we take in this home.

This door symbolizes more than curb appeal. It represents new beginnings, fresh connections, and the comfort of a space that values dignity, beauty, and intention.

So next time you visit The Heron House, pause for a moment and notice the soft, handpicked brown wood that now greets you. It offers a quiet sense of calm and friendly approachability—something that feels just right.

It speaks volumes about who we are and what we strive to be at The Heron House. 🚪🐦🤍

07/07/2025

House chores, lobster roll dates, the coffee shop and pizza on the road. 👌

07/04/2025

Bold stripes, bright stars, brave hearts. 🇺🇸

06/29/2025

I was thinking today about so many of the details that we pay attention to in order to make our home the best that it can be.

At The Heron House, we believe that how you live your final chapter matters. It's a place where every detail tells a story.

We've created a home, not a facility, where love lives in the little things. From the soothing colors on the walls to the flowers that greet you in the morning, every detail is chosen with purpose and heart.

You’ll see intention everywhere: calming, elegant interiors, paintings by local artists, weekly fresh flower arrangements, familiar background music to ease the mind, personalized bedrooms filled with familiar comforts, cozy Pottery Barn couches, cozy throw blankets and warm lighting. Even the everyday moments are treated with respect, like how we take out the trash or the way we fold a linen cloth napkin.

We provide as many in-house services as we're able including nursing, a geriatrician, physical therapy, lab work, X-rays, hospice, dentistry, podiatry, hair styling, massage, housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and entertainment. All right here, in the comfort of home.

We know it isn’t just where our housemates live, it’s where they rest, reflect, laugh, connect, and eventually say goodbye.

We’ve designed The Heron House to be more than safe and functional. We’ve made it beautiful, warm, thoughtful and dignified.

We believe the little things aren’t so little. They’re everything, and we promise to honor every moment. 💐

06/28/2025

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