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Bethany’s resident-oriented approach to healthcare correlates with its Model of Care Program and is tailored to provide the delivery of quality healthcare 24/7. Fundamental to the program is its “treat in place” modality of care which results in significantly reducing the numbers of acute hospitalizations for A comprehensive array of in-house medical services, in-service educational programs and |
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Mark Your Calendars...
Bethany's 6th Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, June 11, 2012, at the Charter Oak
Country Club, Hudson, MA. Emceeing the event will be Susan Wornick, WCVB-TV News Anchor, Member of Team 5 Investigates, and NewsCenter 5 Consumer Reporter. Receiving the 2012 Outstanding Community Services Award during the tournament’s Award Dinner is Peter Cronan, Football Analyst for Boston College Eagles sports radio networks. Mr. Cronan is Senior Vice President of Sales with the Merrill Corporation, Boston.
January 2012
Bethany Sisters Celebrate Jubilee
A Jubilee Mass was held on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at Bethany Health Care Center for three of Bethany’s Sisters of St. Joseph residents who celebrated their Jubilees. Below, left to right: Sister Mary McCormick, CSJ and Sister Mary Elizabeth Hession, CSJ celebrated their 75th Jubilee. Sister Patricia Malone, CSJ celebrated 60 years. Exemplifying the life’s dedicated service of these Sisters, “You are called, You dare to dream, You are God’s beloved,” illustrated the theme for the celebration Mass.
December2011
The Need Continues... your support is critical to sustaining Bethany’s ability to continue providing award-winning healthcare!
In the 1960 photo Richard Cardinal Cushing breaks ground for the new Bethany to meet the increased medical needs of the
Sisters of St. Joseph. Today Bethany is a 169-bed short and long-term healthcare facility serving an 84% Medicaid population on three skilled nursing floors and a 99% Medicaid population on its two Rest Home floors
designated solely for religious women. Remaining uncompromised in its delivery of quality healthcare, Bethany has been recognized nationally and ranked in the top 18 long-term care facilities in the country by U.S. News, February 2011.
November2011
"I feel that by giving of myself, I am able to give back to Bethany what they and you have so bountifully given to me." 
Sister Frances Agnes Blake, CSJ
Sister Frances Agnes Blake, CSJ holds Masters Degrees in General Education (with a concentration in English), in Remedial Reading, and in Religious Education/Pastoral Ministry. She is a Resident of Bethany and also a Member of Bethany's Mission Advancement Team. The following is a letter she recently wrote:
"As I recall with happy memories the three phases of my ministries, each brought an exceptional opportunity for me to help make a difference in the lives of middle and high school
students and families. Perhaps my greatest fulfillment, in the second phase of my ministry as a reading specialist educating intellectually challenged students, came in witnessing students
transition from their negative self perceptions to one of promising potential. The concluding phase of my active ministry was as a Director of Religious Education serving the Archdiocese
of Boston and lastly in the Diocese of Burlington, Vermont. Teaching adults religious education and formation, while witnessing and experiencing their personal religious development, was an
extraordinary time in my ministry.
"Dealing with health issues, on December 7th, 2009, I was admitted to Bethany Health Care Center. In the process of adjusting to my new way of life at Bethany and motivated by a strong
desire to 'SHARE,' I discovered the Mission Advancement Office. I credit my involvement with Mission Advancement in helping me to transition from my active ministry to one of now
'SHARING' my talents. 'I feel that by giving of myself, I am able to give back to Bethany what they and you have so bountifully given to me.'
"May the God who shares so bountifully, send you His blessings for all you have done for me and for our Bethany residents."
Sincerely,
Sister Frances Agnes Blake, CSJ
November 2011
Honor and Gratitude for those who
Serve Our Country... In celebration of Veterans Day, Bethany residents gather to personalize notes of appreciation and send blessings to our service men and women.
October 2011
Halloween Celebration
Each Halloween, costumed Bethany staff entertain residents on Bethany's six resident floors. The event culminates with a parade throughout Bethany's dinning room. 
A Bethany resident enjoys the annual facility-wide pumpkin judging contest. Each floor/department is invited to submit a themed pumpkin.
September 2011
Bethany Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Bethany’s 50th Anniversary celebration took place at the Newton-Marriott Hotel on September 22, 2011. The gala celebration was emceed by Kelley Tuthill, WCVB-TV Award-Winning Reporter and Member of Team 5 Investigates. Approximately 380 guests and legislators from the MetroWest, Metropolitan Boston, North and South Shore communities as well as out of state friends of Bethany attended the milestone celebration.
Commemorating Bethany’s history and delivery of award-winning healthcare; the evening’s festivities were highlighted by a tribute to WCVB-TV News Anchor and Member of Team 5 Investigates Susan Wornick.
The heartwarming tribute by Kelley Tuthill acknowledging Susan’s commitment as a colleague and friend to community organizations she has championed throughout her career, was inspiring and etched in the hearts of many guests who attended.
September 2011
Car Raffle Winner Announced at 50th Anniversary
Featured during Bethany's anniversary celebration was the drawing of a 2011 Hyundai Elantra by Susan Wornick. John Greeley of Lynn, MA, a graduate of St. Mary’s High School, Lynn was the lucky winner of the vehicle donated in honor of Bethany’s 50th Anniversary by Tom O’Brien Hyundai, Quincy, MA. Proceeds netting approximately $165,000 from both Bethany’s 50th Anniversary event and car raffle will help continue the work of providing quality healthcare and enhance the living experience and environment for our Bethany Sisters and residents. Bethany is grateful to those who so generously financially and with in-kind contributions supported its commemorative celebration.
Pictured in photo with John Greeley receiving keys to the 2011 Hyundai Elantra are left to right Diane O’Brien, Tom O’Brien, President of Tom O’Brien Hyundai, Quincy, MA; Sister Jacquelyn McCarthy, R.N., CSJ, CEO/Administrator of Bethany; John Greeley with his wife Cindy Greeley. Click here to view a slide-show of pictures from the celebration event.
On September 21st, Bethany was featured on WCVB TV's news magazine Chronicle. Click here to see a video.
June 2011
Bethany's 5th Annual Golf Tournament & Auction
In celebration of its 50th anniversary year, Bethany’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament was held on 
Monday, June 27, 2011 at the Charter Oak Country Club, Hudson, MA. Some 100 golfers from throughout the MetroWest and Metropolitan Boston communities enjoyed a barbeque lunch and a memorable day of golf on the superbly manicured Charter Oak course. Continuing to help make a difference in the lives of Bethany’s Sisters and residents, participants in this year’s tournament raised approximately $33,500 contributing to nearly $211,000 in net tournament proceeds over the past five years.
The evening dinner’s celebration and lively auction was emceed by Susan Wornick, WCVB-TV News Anchor and Member of Team 5 Investigates.
Pictured above with Susan Wornick, holding Bethany’s token of appreciation, is Tom Carey, Tournament Chair.
June 2011
Outstanding Community Service Award
Each year Bethany recognizes the outstanding contributions of local citizens and presents an “Outstanding Community Service Award.” 
Receiving the Bethany 2011 Outstanding Community Service Award presented by Tom Carey was Chris Papadellis who was honored along with several other founders of the Ashland Emergency Fund (AEF). The AEF provides funds to clothe people, heat their homes in the winter, put food on their table, pay for utilities as needed, pay medical expenses, and to cover short term costs of rent or mortgage. Bethany Health Care Center proudly salutes the AEF for their commitment to the Ashland Community and acknowledges the continued generosity of tournament participants.
Pictured above: Front Row: Lorraine and Jim Hickey; second row: Denise Eddy, Isabel Harrison, Chris Papadellis, and Ben Montenegro; back row: John Ellsworth
May 2011
Caring at the Heart of Healthcare at Bethany... Commemorating Nursing Home Week, current and former Bethany nursing staff members, wearing traditional nursing garb, gather for recognition of
their commitment and delivery of quality healthcare service to Bethany’s Sisters and residents.
March 2011
Bethany Receives S.O.A.R. Award
Bethany Health Care Center, a Sponsored Ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph, announces receipt of a $25,000 Award from the Support Our Aging Religious (SOAR!) organization. The $25,000 award will enable Bethany to purchase adjustable height beds and therapeutic mattresses for women religious, ranging in age from 77 to 104, residing on Bethany’s 5th and 6th Rest Home floors.
February 2011
Bethany Named Among Top 18 Nationally By U.S. News
February 2011, U.S. News reported Bethany in the top 18 long-term care facilities in the country. The rating was performed in conjunction with the federal government’s measurement of health inspections, nurse staff, and quality measures for individual care. Bethany is the only facility in Massachusetts to be included in the U.S. News Honor Roll top listing.
November 2010
Bethany Resident Expresses Grateful Appreciation to Bethany Donors
Caring at the Heart of Bethany’s Delivery of Health Care
Last November, I arrived at Bethany Health Care Center almost helpless. I was
confined to a wheelchair. The loving and caring service of the nurses and all in the health
field here made me feel as though I was surrounded by angels. With the help of therapists,
I progressed to a rolling walker. All have been a great inspiration to me.
Bethany’s employees come from all parts of the world. The cultures, creeds, and languages
represented are wide and varied; yet, everyone appreciates the person of each other and
the unique contributions each one has to offer. I never cease to be
amazed at what can happen when the prevailing atmosphere is love.
Contributing to this atmosphere of love and making this institution a
powerhouse of prayer that reaches out to the community are the
Sisters and residents who today call Bethany home! When the breezes
blow and the trees brush against the blue skies and the sun is shining brightly, it feels like
the closest experience to heaven.
Praise and heartfelt thanksgiving to God for Sister Jacquelyn and her competent and caring staff.
Sincerely,
Sister M. Gervasi Di Gregorio, CSJ
November 2010
A Caring Environment Translates to Generosity
Following an event at Bethany and having the opportunity to tour the residence, meet staff and observe the depth of care throughout the facility, a benefactor is moved by the experience. After the visit, Bethany received a contribution and has received a commitment for an on-going annual donation, as a memorial tribute to Anna M. Rigoli.
Year-end donations help make a difference in the lives of Bethany’s Sisters and residents!
October 2010
Sisters of St. Joseph Celebrate Jubilee
(L - R seated) S. Eleanor McCarthy, CSJ,
S. Albertus Brennan, CSJ (each honored for 75
years of service), S. Eunice Condrick, CSJ (50
years of service), S. Margaret Garballey, CSJ (75
years of service); (L - R standing) S. Anna
Crann, CSJ, S. Margaret Crann, CSJ (each
honored for 50 years of service).
October 2010
Employee Recognition Celebration
"It is our dedicated staff, who daily create the possibilities that make
and keep our standards high. It is our staff that we celebrate with
gratitude and admiration for the quality care given to our residents.
Thank you for pursuing
excellence in your daily
job performance" 
S. Mary Nagle, CSJ.
Honored at this year’s celebration, (left to right) S. Anne Marie Garrity, CSJ and S. Mary Josephine Quirk, CSJ for 40 years of service. S. Anne Marie conducts an exercise group for the residents daily and provides nurse oversight in the dining room, along with photography services to residents and staff. S. Mary Jo continues to serve and minister to the residents at Bethany, as Sacristan for Bethany’s Chapel of the Holy Spirit