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NewBridge on the Charles is a beautiful state-of-the-art continuing care retirement community located on a 162-acre multigenerational campus along the Charles River in Dedham, Mass.

12/12/2025

Celebrating a Week of Impact at NewBridge on the Charles 🌟

This week, we proudly honored four outstanding NewBridge on the Charles employees whose dedication and leadership earned them Impact Awards at our recent employee town hall. Our final award goes to our security team.

In September, a local transformer issue caused a power outage at NewBridge on the Charles, but the dedicated security team of Andrew Sousa, Andrew Barret, Zach Ortega, Jimmy Bolanos, Mohammed Al-rekabi, Mike Lis, Steve Noia, Dan Turner, Brian Hutton, and Harrison Naglin ensured things went as smoothly as possible.

“It was a challenging night and very unprecedented. We were incredibly blessed to have the team we had on duty and those who came in early to assist,” said William Kent, director of security and emergency operations.

Thank you to all of our honorees for the impact they make — not just through their work, but through the spirit they bring to our community!

12/11/2025

As our series of Impact Award spotlights continues, we’re proud to honor another NewBridge team member whose contributions make a meaningful difference every day. Today, we recognize Andrea Whitman, Member Service Coordinator and one of the first friendly faces you see when arriving at the community center at NewBridge on the Charles.

At our recent employee town hall, Member Service Manager Tina Tiglianidis presented Andrea with an Impact Award and shared why she is so beloved in our community.

“She is funny, she is warm, and she just brings in and welcomes residents and their pets to her desk every day, and they love her for it,” Tina said.

Thank you, Andrea, for creating such a welcoming beginning to everyone’s day.

12/10/2025

Our weeklong celebration of NewBridge Impact Award honorees continues! Each story reflects the talent, compassion, and professionalism that shape daily life at NewBridge. Today’s spotlight shines on Marc Dyer, who was honored at our employee town hall by Executive Chef Patrick Goyau.

“This person is very dear to my heart,” Chef Patrick said. “I watched him grow from a young server to one of the cooks I rely on the most.”

Marc’s work ethic sets him apart — he even came in early the morning of the town hall to “bang out a lot of recipes” in preparation for the new menu.

“He is running circles around a lot of people in the kitchen right now,” Patrick added proudly.

Congratulations to Marc for his impressive growth and ongoing contributions to our culinary team.

12/09/2025

All week long, we’re spotlighting Impact Award honorees whose work, heart, and commitment strengthen the NewBridge on the Charles community. Today, we’re celebrating Jean Nazaire, a familiar and friendly face to anyone who has dined at Nosh. At our recent employee town hall, Jean received an Impact Award recognizing his exceptional service.

Assistant Director of Food and Beverage Eileen O’Donoghue shared that “the residents are excited to see him. He knows what wine they drink, what they like to eat, and it’s a pleasure to be working with him.”

Jean helps wherever he’s needed and does so in a “quiet and kind manner.”

We are grateful for the warmth and consistency he brings to the dining experience each day.

12/08/2025

This week, we’re proud to highlight NewBridge on the Charles employees who go above and beyond in service to our community. Each day, we’ll share the story of one Impact Award honoree whose dedication helps make NewBridge such a special place.

We’re kicking off our series with Frank Jardine, described by Director of Community Security Initiatives and Emergency Service Victor Furtado as “synonymous with Forest Hills.” At our recent employee town hall, Victor presented Frank with an Impact Award in recognition of his outstanding service.

Frank was the first CDL hire when Victor became transportation manager, and for 15 years, he has delivered “top-notch, safe service” on the employee shuttle, which runs seven days a week and connects NewBridge on the Charles to the Forest Hills T stop.

“Thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart,” Victor said. “NewBridge is a really special community with a lot of amazing services, and one service that goes under-celebrated is our employee shuttle.”

12/05/2025

More than 25 NewBridge on the Charles residents joined Izzy Abrahmson, the pen name for Village Life series author Mark Binder, to hear stories about life in Chelm. He described Chelm as a small village on the edge of the Black Forest, "somewhere between Russia, Poland, and occasionally Germany," with more chickens than people.

"I have been writing these tales set in the village of Chelm for more than 30 years," Abrahmson said, with the first written during his time as editor of a regional Jewish newspaper. He shared some of these stories during a dynamic performance in the assisted living community.

In addition to offering a glimpse of life in the village, Abrahmson performed on his G-harmonic minor klezmer harmonica and discussed the origin of his pen name. The name "Izzy Abrahmson" is derived from his Hebrew name, Isaac, and his father's Hebrew name, Abraham.

As Abrahmson he has been nominated for the National Jewish Book Award and the gold medal for best fiction audiobook from the Independent Book Publishers Association. Binder is also a two-time Audie Award-nominated storyteller. Books in the Village Life series include "The Council of Wise Women," "Winter Blessings," and "The Village Twins," among others.

12/04/2025

At a recent town hall at NewBridge on the Charles, Executive Director Matthew Hollingshead honored the resident-run Employee Appreciation Committee for their fundraising efforts. The committee consists of residents Bob Orkand, Jerry Somers, Mike Ross, Jim Harrison, Ruth Glazerman, and Bob Brown.

"They do all the fundraising, they talk to all the residents, they coordinate all the banking and all the checks, which is an exorbitant amount of work. Last year, they raised $150,000 from residents for the employee appreciation fund, which is just amazing," Hollingshead said. Those funds are distributed to employees twice per year.

Hollingshead took a moment to thank Bob Orkand, as a representative of the committee, at the community meeting for the group's hard work and many hours of volunteer time. Orkand gave thanks right back, saying that through the appreciation fund, residents express their gratitude to the team that helps make NewBridge a wonderful home.

"Those of us who are involved in raising the money are so passionate about it because it is the one way that we can, in a very concrete way, say thank you to all of you," he said, noting many employees don't have the opportunity to hear directly from residents about how much the community appreciates them.

"All of you, in ways that are noticeable and ways that are not noticeable to us, contribute to our lives, and we really appreciate it. Thank you on behalf of our committee and on behalf of all the residents you serve every day," Orkand said.

12/03/2025

Members of the NewBridge on the Charles community joined Emmy-winner Joyce Kulhawik, former WBZ-TV arts and entertainment critic, for a retrospective on Robert Redford's lengthy career, covering his early work on television in the 1950s, his breakout role in "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," and the creation of the Sundance Film Festival, among other highlights.

"He was a true movie star and an excellent actor. He was professional, elegant, and had enormous integrity in the roles he chose to play and the causes he chose to support," Kulhawik said.

She shared clips from several of his films, including "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," "The Sting," "The Way We Were," and "All the President's Men."

Kulhawik also spoke of her own career, noting she had several opportunities to interview Redford in person, including a two-hour sit-down interview with him as part of the Salem State Series. She noted the effect Redford could have on women.

"People literally swooned when they met him. There are anecdotes of people saying 'hello' and then fainting," she said.

In addition to Kulhawik's lecture, residents had the opportunity to watch several films starring or directed by Redford in the Sobel Theater at NewBridge on the Charles. The selection included "Quiz Show," "Ordinary People," "The Natural," and "All the President's Men."

In addition to her time with WBZ, Kulhawik is president of the Boston Theater Critics Association, an inductee in the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame, and a frequent guest on The Culture Show on GBH, whose reviews can be found on her website, joyceschoices.com.

12/02/2025

Oh, deer!

During a recent autumn afternoon, a pair of deer could be seen near the cottages at NewBridge on the Charles. Deer aren't the only animals you might spot at NewBridge. With a 162-acre campus, you can see all manner of flora and fauna while exploring the two miles of walking trails along the Charles River.

12/01/2025

NewBridge on the Charles and Rashi School kicked off a year of intergenerational connection with the return of the "Grand Families" program. Each month throughout the school year, kindergarten and first-grade students will visit with residents, forming lasting friendships.

During their first gathering, students and residents got to know each other while coloring and creating sculptures using PicassoTiles and Brain Flakes. Students shared what they've learned during the school year so far, including a recent lesson about nature at NewBridge. Guided by a Mass Audubon educator, they explored the two miles of walking trails along the Charles River and learned about the trees that grow there, including maple, hickory, ash, and river birch. Making a connection, resident Bonnie Rosenberg pointed out the copper beech tree that grows in the courtyard, which students could see from their gathering spot.

"I had so much fun—it was a great way to start the day!" said resident Joyce Orkand, a retired kindergarten and first-grade teacher. She participated in the Grand Families program last year, visiting with kindergarteners each month, and chose to "move up a grade" with them by visiting the first graders this year.

"I was curious to see how they grew," she said.

11/28/2025

Named after NewBridge on the Charles, Charley is a friendly dog owned by NewBridge resident Peggy Wolf. As a duo, they have been making friends with folks across campus since they were first featured in 2022. Recently, Peggy and Charley visited residents in memory care assisted living. Charley enjoys visiting and playing with her new friends, as well as eating dog treats from their hands.

"She is very good with people, and I live up in the cottages, so I thought this would be good for both of us," Wolf said.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at NewBridge on the Charles! 🧡🍂

Today, we're grateful for the incredible residents who make our community so vibrant and welcoming. We're thankful for our dedicated staff members who bring heart and excellence to their work each day. And we're grateful for the spirit of togetherness that defines life at NewBridge.

Whether you're celebrating with loved ones, enjoying the festive atmosphere in Great Meadow Hall, or simply appreciating the beauty of our campus on this autumn day, we hope your Thanksgiving is filled with warmth, joy, and good company.

From our community to yours, wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with gratitude and meaningful connections.

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5000 Great Meadow Road
Dedham, MA
02026

Telephone

+17812349500

Website

http://www.newbridgeonthecharles.org/

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About Newbridge on the Charles

Newbridge on the Charles has set a new standard in senior living, combining luxurious surroundings with exceptional amenities, first-class educational and cultural programming on a lush 162-acre multigenerational campus. Our complete continuum of care includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitative services, long-term chronic care, and a Harvard Medical School-affiliated physician practice.