Crotched Mountain School & Village, part of Seven Hills Foundation, received $9,000 from 100 Women Who Care of Monadnock to support assistive technology for students. The award followed a presentation by teachers Tricia Lemieux and Vicki Campbell, who shared why assistive technology matters for the students they support.
This generous investment highlights the impact of staff and community members working together around a shared purpose. Thank you to Tricia and Vicki for their passionate advocacy and to 100 Women Who Care of Monadnock for supporting our students!
Residents of a home supported by Seven Hills Adult Residential Services in Wareham welcomed Massachusetts State Senator Kelly Dooner to discuss community living, independence, and self-advocacy. The visit gave residents an opportunity to share their experiences directly with an elected official and describe how individualized support helps them pursue their goals.
Residents discussed their day programs, community outings, and favorite traditions, including watching sports together on Sundays. They also described how cooking, budgeting, planning special events, managing transportation, and practicing self-care help them build independence.
Senator Dooner shared her contact information and invited residents to the State House for a private tour, opening the door to continued connection and advocacy.
“Thank you to Senator Dooner for taking the time to meet our constituents in Wareham and learning more about how these people thrive as self-advocates with the individualized support of Seven Hills!” said Heather Mohr, Residence Director at Seven Hills Foundation
People supported by Seven Hills Adult Residential Services in the Central Area celebrated October with a Halloween basket exchange that encouraged creativity, teamwork, and connection. Throughout the month, participants worked together to fill “BOO” baskets with goodies, homemade treats, and spooky surprises.
Each basket was secretly delivered to another home with instructions to keep the fun going by “BOO-ing” another group. The excitement of giving and receiving surprises brought residents together and turned a seasonal activity into a shared community celebration.
The festivities continued at the Fall Festival Dance on October 22, where a big-screen slideshow featured photos of the month’s BOO-ing adventures. It was a joyful way to celebrate the creativity, friendships, and memories behind every basket!
Seven Hills Pediatric Center received a deficiency-free annual survey from the Department of Public Health (DPH), meaning no deficiencies were identified during the survey. The accomplishment reflects the team’s dedication to quality, safety, and resident care.
Surveyors began their visit on the Sunday of the center’s sixth annual Trunk-or-Treat celebration. During the event, they observed the care, meaningful interactions, and community connections shared among residents, families, and staff.
The celebration featured plenty of Halloween fun, including a visit from therapy donkeys dressed as hippies. Their appearance brought smiles and added to a day filled with joy and connection.
Congratulations to the entire Seven Hills Pediatric Center team on this achievement, and thank you to everyone who helped make Trunk-or-Treat a memorable celebration!
Seven Hills Adult Residential Services welcomed 28 people from its residential programs to the Middleton office for a fall pumpkin-decorating night. Participants explored pumpkin decoupage, expressed their creativity, and enjoyed spending time together during the seasonal celebration.
Chris’s Farm Stand in Haverhill, Massachusetts, generously donated the pumpkins, helping make the event possible. The donation supported an opportunity for people to connect, participate in a shared activity, and create fall memories.
Thank you to Chris’s Farm Stand for helping make the evening a smashing success!