Dear Friends,

My late mother, Patricia lived to 100 years old. Having lost her husband and needing a bit more care, she moved to Norwood Crossing in her 90s. Our family was thrilled to see her thrive in this supportive, homelike and caring community. She made dear friends and engaged in activities she loved. Her favorites were Poetry Circle (she was a founding member!), piano performances, fun games like Bingo and Gutsy Dice, and regular events like the Art & Fashion Shows, the Annual Picnic, and parties with live entertainment.

That’s why I support the Norwood Life Care Foundation. Our nonprofit mission of enhancing the independence and well-being of our elderly loved ones like Patricia is made possible by our generous friends. Your gift to our 2024 Holiday Appeal will help us continue serving seniors as we have done for 129 years!

In fact, through the generosity of people like you, we served more than 1,800 seniors and provided $5.7 million in charitable care last year. Funds raised by the Norwood Life Care Foundation support the seniors we serve at Norwood Crossing, Norwood Seniors Network, norVOLution and the Norwood Park Senior Center.

Donations to the Norwood Life Care Foundation provide:

• Programs not covered by fees, such as the services of a chaplain and Norwood Crossing’s popular Arts Therapy programs, including Patricia’s favorite Poetry Circle, spring Art Shows and fall Fashion Shows;
• Maintenance and improvements to our buildings and campus, like the apartment upgrades that made Patricia feel at home;
• And charitable care for seniors who outlive their resources, an important tenet of our nonprofit mission that allows our elders to enjoy their lives without worry.

Please join me in supporting seniors this holiday season by being a part of our 2024 Holiday Appeal.

Wishing you and your family a very happy 2025.