John H. Whitaker Place

01/15/2026

🍲✨ In honor of National Slow Cooker Month, our culinary team is having fun letting time and creativity take center stage in the kitchen! Today’s menu included two comforting, slow-cooked selections made with care and plenty of patience: braised beef oxtail (smoked for 6 hours, then braised for another 8 hours — a full 14 hours total) in a rich Merlot gravy served over creamy risotto, or slow-cooked chicken in a creamy wine sauce served over gnocchi. Every step is about building deep flavor, tender textures, and that cozy, home-cooked feeling we love so much ❤️.

Slow cooking fills the kitchen with warmth and delicious aromas, especially during the colder months ❄️🍽️. What’s the longest you’ve ever cooked something in a slow cooker? Or what’s your favorite slow cooker meal to enjoy? Share in the comments and join the conversation!👇😊

01/01/2026

🎉✨ Happy New Year! We rang in the new year last night with a Midnight Masquerade dinner party, bringing residents together for an evening of celebration and laughter. It was a wonderful way to welcome the year ahead, and we’re excited to see what the new year holds! 🥂🎭

01/01/2026

12/23/2025

Our 2nd Annual Build-Your-Own Chocolate Bark Bar was a huge hit, filled with creativity, smiles, and plenty of delicious toppings. We’re already looking forward to next year! 🍫✨

12/23/2025

Things were feeling a bit Grinchy around here today 💚🎄 Luckily, Santa arrived just in time, returning all the gifts and bringing extra holiday cheer 🎅🏻✨

12/22/2025

🥇Congratulations to Kathy, our stocking decorating contest winner!🎄✨

12/20/2025

Another great performance by the NH Philharmonic! 🎻✨ Our residents had a fantastic time at the ‘Holiday Pops’ this afternoon—filled with beautiful music and festive cheer. It's always a treat to enjoy such incredible talent!

12/19/2025

Our annual Yankee Swap brought plenty of laughs, a few sneaky steals, and lots of smiles! Such a fun time for everyone. 🎁🎄

12/19/2025

We had so much fun celebrating ‘Holiday Spirit Week!’🎄 Each day brought smiles, laughs, and plenty of festive cheer. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the week so bright and joyful—we loved seeing all the holiday spirit! ❤️✨

Day 1: Plaid Day
Day 2: Holiday Pajama Bottom Day
Day 3: Christmas Color Clash Day
Day 4: Holiday Headwear Day
Day 5: Holiday Sweater Day

12/19/2025

A big thank you to the Pope Memorial SPCA for bringing Sashi in for pet therapy today! 🐾 Our residents were absolutely delighted to spend time with this sweet and very well-behaved friend!