Architect Charles F. Jacobs unveiled plans to convert the old Shattuck School into 19 apartments and build 64 new units, creating an 83-unit elderly housing complex backed by $2.6 million in state funds.
Norwood Centenarian Mary Ferioli Celebrates 100th Birthday at The Ellis Nursing Center-October 8, 1982
Mary Ferioli celebrates her 100th birthday surrounded by family at The Ellis Nursing Center, reflecting on a century marked by immigration, hard work at Norwood Hospital, and deep community ties.
Norwood Senior Citizens Log Impressive Mileage in Walking Fitness Program-August 14, 1982
Sixteen Norwood seniors were honored by Recreation Director Robert Ivatts and William F. Butters for logging high mileage in a new walking fitness program.
Norwood Couple Gertrude and Louis Feldman Prove Retirement is for Achieving-August 4, 1981
At 68 years old, Norwood residents Gertrude and Louis Feldman have thrown out the traditional retirement playbook, dedicating their time to tutoring schoolchildren in Roxbury and leading current-events discussions at the Ellis Nursing Center.
Happiness is a Low-Level Sink-October 23, 1980
Built on the former Shattuck School site, the Frank L. Walsh Housing for the Elderly complex offers specialized, handicap-accessible apartments praised by residents like Albert E. Hicks for enhancing independence.
Project Hire Proposes Sheltered Piecework Program to Ease Financial Crunch for Norwood Seniors-October 3, 1980
Project Hire proposes a new piecework employment program to help Norwood senior citizens earn supplemental income while working at their own pace.
Meet Diane Craig: The Dedicated “Library Lady”-September 10, 1979
Morrill Memorial Library outreach coordinator Diane Craig organizes an extensive program bringing books, films, games, and companionship to Norwood shut-ins and nursing home patients.
Project Together Opens to Serve Socially Isolated Seniors-October 18, 1977
Designed to combat isolation and provide vital community support, Project Together officially opened its doors yesterday at the I and A building in East Dedham Square. Serving socially isolated senior … Continue reading Project Together Opens to Serve Socially Isolated Seniors-October 18, 1977
Norwood Seniors Have a Ball at Concannon’s Village-October 7, 1976
Nearly 300 Norwood seniors celebrate in style at the annual Senior Citizens’ Ball at Concannon’s Village, featuring live music, dancing, and local dignitaries.
Volunteer Margaret Kennedy Brings Joy to Homebound Residents Through Meals on Wheels-August 6, 1976
At 75 years old, Norwood Meals on Wheels volunteer Margaret Kennedy dedicates her retirement to helping homebound seniors, veterans, and local community organizations.