The Baldwin

07/10/2025

Do you know how innovative, small-home assisted living at Orchard Inn differs from the more traditional, clinical models you may have seen elsewhere? Read this blog and learn how Orchard Inn creates an empowering environment where residents regain a sense of autonomy, purpose and joy they may have lost while trying to manage living on their own. Discover the difference that can bring you both peace of mind.
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Have you noticed how everyday tasks have become more challenging for a parent or loved one? Have they realized the subtle ways life has changed for them or are they […]

07/10/2025

Do you know how innovative, small-home assisted living at Orchard Inn differs from the more traditional, clinical models you may have seen elsewhere? Read this blog and learn how Orchard Inn creates an empowering environment where residents regain a sense of autonomy, purpose and joy they may have lost while trying to manage living on their own. Discover the difference that can bring you both peace of mind.

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Have you noticed how everyday tasks have become more challenging for a parent or loved one? Have they realized the subtle ways life has changed for them or are they […]

07/07/2025

An award-winning vision has now become an award-winning reality. At an awards gala held recently in Boston, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) recognized The Baldwin with the coveted 2025 Design for Aging Review Award in the “built projects” category. The Baldwin previously received a prestigious AIA 2019 Design for Aging Review Special Recognition Award in the “unbuilt projects” category before opening in October 2023.

According to the Institute, “An AIA award is the ultimate acknowledgement of impactful, exemplary work that sets new standards and inspires others. The AIA Design for Aging Review recognizes architects and their teams who demonstrate innovative solutions to improve the quality of life for older adults.” Lead architect, Philippe Saad, and his team at DiMella Shaffer in Boston worked with North Andover Massachusetts’ Edgewood Senior Solutions Group CEO Marlene Rotering to develop and realize their shared vision for a new kind of community that would change the perceptions and the practice of senior living. The award was accepted by Philippe Saad and Melissa Kampersal, executive director of The Baldwin. Click below to read the full story.

An award-winning vision has now become an award-winning reality. At an awards gala held in Boston, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) recognized The Baldwin with the coveted 2025 Design […]

07/07/2025

When is the right time to consider a move to assisted living? The answer can be different for everyone. Read this blog to learn about common signs that can tell you it's time to consider assisted living — a living option that can give both you and your loved one peace of mind.

When is the right time to move to assisted living? That depends. If a loved one has experienced a sudden change in their health or if you’re unable to provide […]

06/11/2025

An award-winning vision has now become an award-winning reality. At an awards gala held recently in Boston, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) recognized The Baldwin with the coveted 2025 Design for Aging Review Award in the “built projects” category. The Baldwin previously received a prestigious AIA 2019 Design for Aging Review Special Recognition Award in the “unbuilt projects” category before opening in October 2023.

According to the Institute, “An AIA award is the ultimate acknowledgement of impactful, exemplary work that sets new standards and inspires others. The AIA Design for Aging Review recognizes architects and their teams who demonstrate innovative solutions to improve the quality of life for older adults.” Lead architect, Philippe Saad, and his team at DiMella Shaffer in Boston worked with North Andover Massachusetts’ Edgewood Senior Solutions Group CEO Marlene Rotering to develop and realize their shared vision for a new kind of community that would change the perceptions and the practice of senior living. The award was accepted by Philippe Saad and Melissa Kampersal, executive director of The Baldwin. Read the full story: https://thebaldwinnh.org/aia-design-for-aging-award/

06/09/2025

Residents of The Baldwin recently gathered at the new outdoor kitchen and patio dining area near our resident gardens to welcome the beautiful weather, socialize and, of course, share some delicious food prepared by our culinary team. We all look forward to many more community events on this wonderful part of our campus. (Our thanks to resident Paul Swindlehurst for sharing these beautiful photos.)

05/14/2025

At The Baldwin, we think fitness should be fun. And what could be more fun than juggling? Our resident expert, Ed, is generously teaching fellow residents how to juggle — a skill that studies show is more than just a fun party trick. Juggling improves hand-eye coordination, develops arm and core strength, reduces stress, and boosts confidence (once you get the hang of it). Scientists have also seen that juggling has positive effects on the brain. In novice jugglers, brain scans showed an increase in white matter. After four weeks, researchers observed continued increases in both white and gray matter in new jugglers' brains. So, if you want to keep your mind sharp, keep your eye on the ball.

05/02/2025

Averill Haines discovered her talent for art in a one-room schoolhouse in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York. A traveling art teacher introduced her to drawing with expressive shapes and pointed out how light played on the surfaces of the scenery outside her schoolroom windows. As a child who reveled in all sorts of outdoor activities, Averill’s passion for the natural world continued to grow. Following a 30-year career in the athletics department at Boston University, she moved to Newburyport, MA, where she was able to devote more time to painting landscapes. Her oil paintings have been shown in juried art shows, area galleries and commissioned for private collections. We invite you to view Averill’s paintings at The Baldwin and experience the splendor and solitude of the landscapes she loves.

03/21/2025

St. Patrick's Day weekend was lively at The Baldwin as residents and staff — whether Irish or "Irish-for-the-day" — joined in a full weekend of celebration and connection. Festivities included an Irish-themed social mixer where residents shared their favorite recipes and family stories over tea; a concert of Celtic music performed by The Londonderry Airs; a Lucky Ladies' Night; and reported sightings of Lenny the Leaping Leprechaun. Of course, a traditional Irish dinner was served with a mouthwatering menu that included corned beef and cabbage, shepherd's pie, scratch-made biscuits and breads, and other Irish fare.

There was also an interesting community project in which those with Irish heritage used pins to mark the origins of their ancestors on a map of Ireland. Many found common ground and residents and staff are still enjoying studying the map and learning more about each other.

03/14/2025

Orchard Inn at The Baldwin is the area’s only small-home Assisted Living and Memory Support community. This innovative model is a welcome alternative to traditional, and often clinical, care centers. Each of our four specialized, state-of-the-art households accommodates just ten residents, creating an intimate, family-style atmosphere that encourages social engagement and opportunities for personal connection. With an easy-to-navigate layout, residents can feel more confident as they go about their daily lives with a sense of autonomy, purpose, and joy. Residents can also participate in the life of The Baldwin community and attend art classes, lifelong learning programs, musical performances, and more.
Learn more at https://thebaldwinnh.org/assisted-living-memory-support/

03/11/2025

For Orchard Inn at The Baldwin, state-of-the-art caring starts with the design of our small-home model Assisted Living and Memory Support households. Rather than the clinical model found in so many communities, Orchard Inn is designed to function as a true home. In each of our four households, a maximum of ten residents enjoy a central hearth area to engage in lively conversation, participate in a variety of engaging programs, or simply relax and enjoy the warmth of the fire on a chilly day. The open kitchen and dining area is also a hub of activity where residents are welcome to observe or participate in meal preparation before dining together. Large windows bathe the space in natural light and principles of biophilic design are incorporated to create an environment that stimulates the senses and helps improve cognitive function, physical health, and overall well-being.

For privacy and comfort, each resident enjoys their own private suite with a spacious bedroom and bathroom. These private quarters are arranged around the central hearth area to foster a sense of community and provide easy access to amenities. And a consistent care team creates a steady, reliable presence in residents’ lives, empowering each individual to experience a true sense of autonomy, purpose, and joy.

To learn more and discover how Orchard Inn can empower someone you love to thrive, visit OrchardInnatTheBaldwin.org or call 603.699.0100.

03/04/2025

Remember snow days as a kid when school was canceled, and you could just focus on fun? Well, for residents at The Baldwin, those days are back. When old man winter coats the roads with snow and ice for days on end and driving become hazardous, they know that’s the perfect time to gather with their neighbors and have some fun. No winter-weather closings here; just a team that takes care of all the chores while residents enjoy social gatherings, exercise programs, friendly games of all kinds, lifelong learning, world-class dining, and so much more. Of course, the truly intrepid might still choose to go out and explore or don their snowshoes; we’re not judging. Our team will have the fire burning and the warm beverages flowing when they return.