Hattie Ide Chaffee Home

03/16/2026

03/15/2026

Who says the fun stops here? We are proving that the thrill of scratching lottery tickets never gets old- literally! 😄 Fingers crossed, dreams alive, and spirits high! You just never know… today could be the BIG day! 🍀💰

03/13/2026

What a wonderful Thursday morning in our Narrative Writing group! 📝✨
Today was filled with laughs and warm memories as we reminisced about the games we loved growing up. From marbles to jacks to Slinkys, the stories were priceless! It was a beautiful reminder of how the simplest toys bring so much joy.
There’s nothing quite like a trip down memory lane!

03/12/2026

🌟 MARCH EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH 🌟
Congratulations to Tracy Shaw, CNA!
We are so proud to shine the spotlight on Tracy Shaw as our Employee of the Month for March! Tracy is a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant and her commitment to the residents and her team is something truly special.
Tracy brings warmth, compassion, and a beautiful spirit to everything she does. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and is known for being kind, pleasant, and caring with residents and colleagues alike.
When she is not busy being an amazing CNA, Tracy loves to cook up something delicious and hit the dance floor. She is also a proud mom to her son, and it shows in the nurturing, loving way she cares for each and every resident.
Tracy, your dedication and your hard work do not go unnoticed. We are so grateful to have you on our team.
Please join us in celebrating Tracy Shaw, a true gem at Hattie Ide Chaffee Home! 💛

03/12/2026

🎨🍀 Who needs to wait for March 17th? We got a head start on St. Patty’s Day with a watercolor art class alongside some talented students from Brown University! The art was gorgeous, the laughs were plenty, and the green vibes were strong. 💚 Come see what we’ve been up to!

03/09/2026

What a great Bodies in Motion exercise class today! 💪 Everyone brought the energy and the smiles! Staying active and having fun, that’s what it’s all about. We love watching everyone move!🌟

03/08/2026

🌟 Meet our Hattie Hero- Fran! 🌟
After suffering multiple fractures from a fall at home, Fran came to our Rehabilitation Wing unable to walk and needing help with just about everything. But she showed up every single day with determination and a smile, and the results speak for themselves!
In just three and a half weeks, our incredible interdisciplinary team got to work:
💪 Physical Therapy rebuilt her strength, endurance, and mobility
🙌 Occupational Therapy helped her reclaim her independence in daily life
❤️ Nursing worked closely with her medical team to keep her comfortable and healing
And now? Fran is HEADING HOME AFTER HEALING AT HATTIE! She’s walking with a walker, handling all her self-care independently, climbing her entry steps, and even back to light homemaking. 🏡✨
And Fran said it best herself:
“I owe my recovery to the most caring & wonderful team. Because of all of your help & patience, I am on my way to a full recovery. I love you all from the bottom of my heart. God bless my faithful team.” 🙏
Congratulations, Fran, we are so proud of you! 👏💛

03/06/2026

🧶✍️ Two fantastic programs in one day! Our residents enjoyed a Crocheting Class and a Narrative Writing Class today. So much creativity happening here at Hattie Ide Chaffee Home!
Which one would YOU choose? Whether you love working with your hands or putting your thoughts into words, there’s something for everyone.
Join us every Thursday for:
🧶 Crocheting 11 AM
✍️ Narrative Writing 11 AM
Come be part of the fun! 💛

03/06/2026

We had so much fun at today’s clay workshop with our amazing Brown University student volunteers! 🎨✨
We can’t wait to see you all again soon! 💛

03/04/2026

Another beautiful art class with Cathren! ✨
Did you know that Circle of Light- a stunning piece made up of painted panels that Cathren taught our residents to create, which together form a beautiful radiant sunrise and sunset, will be on exhibit at the Atrium Gallery on Capitol Hill from May 29 through September 16? 🎨
It’s a great honor to be part of such wonderful community collaborations.💛
We are currently working on another beautiful surprise piece of artwork that will also be on exhibit in the gallery alongside Circle of Light and other incredible community collaboration art projects that Cathren has created. Stay tuned! 🌟
🗓️ There will also be a reception at the Atrium Gallery on Thursday, August 20 from 4–6 PM and we would love for you to join us! Mark your calendars now and save the date! We hope to see you there!

03/03/2026

🐾 Another wonderful visit with Olive! 🐾
We love when she comes to see us, getting to know her little by little, and she is just the sweetest little lady! Our residents always look forward to her visits. Thank you for sharing her with us! 🐕💕