Notre Dame Health Care Center Inc.

We are so happy recognize our “Mission Moments” recipients for April. This special program recognizes employees and residents from each of our service lines who go “above and beyond” in service to our residents, patients, students, and fellow employees. Pictured are a few of our honorees from our du Lac Assisted Living Residence, our Hospice and Palliative Program, and staff from Central Administration. Not everyone was able to be present, but we are grateful to all our amazing team members for all they do. Congratulations! Our employees are truly special, if you are looking for a meaningful job opportunity, maybe we have just the place for you—check out our employment opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/dzqB9XyF

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 We love soaking in the beauty of nature right here in our gardens and lush courtyards! 🌳✨ From blooming flowers to peaceful green spaces, the beauty of our planet is all around us—reminding us to cherish and protect it every day. #HappyEarthDay #EarthDay #Nature #Community

We had an amazing experience with our construction team recently. Our long term care building is moving into the next phase of construction with work beginning in our Harmony Neighborhood. The team from Timberline Construction along with some of their contracted workers took the time to give a live demo to our residents.

We were thrilled to host Student Leadership from Notre Dame Academy - Worcester last week. This amazing group of young women volunteered their time to help prepare the vegetable garden for planting. The garden is an effort spearheaded by two resident Sisters. The fresh produce harvested from the garden is donated to the Mustard Seed and St. Bernard's Food Pantry. After their gardening, the students joined Notre Dame du Lac residents for Mass and lunch. The students were then paired with a resident whom they interviewed to write a "spotlight" paper as part of their curriculum. It was a wonderful bonding experience for all involved and we look forward to welcoming the girls back soon.

Compassionate care when it matters most ❤️ Since 2007, we have been dedicated to helping families through the final stages of life with dignity, comfort, and support. 🤝 As a Medicare-certified hospice provider, we are committed to being by your side during this difficult time, providing expert care with compassion and respect. https://bit.ly/3EWH4iR #Hospice #HospiceCare #EndOfLifeSupport

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Welcome to our new Rehabilitation Director! 🎉 Notre Dame Long Term Care and Rehabilitation Center is thrilled to welcome Marybeth Cellucci as our new Rehabilitation Director! 🏥✨ She joins us at an exciting time as we complete our newly renovated rehab space. With 32 years of experience in physical therapy and a passion for nonprofit care, Marybeth brings incredible expertise to our community. Her background in skilled nursing, assisted living, and home care will be invaluable as we expand our Short Term Rehab Unit. Stay tuned for more updates on our renovation progress and opportunities to support this important project! ✨ Have questions? Reach out to our development office at pthayer@notredamehealthcare.org. #EmployeeShoutOut #NewHire #ShortTermRehab

Notre Dame Health Care’s Hospice and Palliative Care service lines include our Pediatric Palliative Care Program better known here in Central Mass as "Pedi Pals”. This life-changing program includes Child Life Specialists. Many folks haven’t heard of this role and the importance it has for the families and patients we serve. March is "Child Life Month" and we are happy to share a bit about their work and thank them for all they do! Our Specialists help children and families navigate the process of illness, injury, disability, trauma, and/or hospitalization. They educate children on health issues and topics and assist children in understanding injury and illness diagnoses in age-appropriate ways. This improves overall experience with treatment or therapy. This also includes supporting the child’s loved ones. Pictured here are Pedi Pals Child Life Specialists: Jessica Connelly, Brittany Fernandes, Ally Rennie, Natalia Vega (CLS intern)

Our chapel renovations are complete at our Long Term Care & Rehabilitation Center and it is wonderful for St. Joseph and Mary to be returned to the chapel on this special day, St. Joseph's Day! Blessings to all who have helped to create this beautiful space. We'll share more photos soon, but it is so very meaningful to all of us to be back in our beautiful chapel on this very special Feast of Saint Joseph. God is Good!