Pictured from left, Lori Pisani, Executive Director, Crosby Commons, CALA award winner Tim Donovan, Crosby resident John Balogh, and Crosby Commons Activity Director Kelly Coppola./ Submitted photo
SHELTON - Tim Donovan, an eight-year resident of Crosby Commons Independent and Assisted Living Community, was recently recognized by the Connecticut Assisted Living Association with the Distinguished Resident Accomplishment Award.
This award honors the service and accomplishments of senior living residents.
Donovan was nominated to receive this prestigious award because of his extraordinary example of aging and his exceptional contributions to the community.
“Tim, at the tender young age of 98, is a true gentleman. A man of integrity, sincerity, honesty and humor,” said Lori Pisani, Executive Director of Crosby Commons.
Many of Donovan’s award-winning watercolor paintings have been displayed throughout Crosby Commons and the Derby art gallery.
He also effortlessly leads weekly art classes at the Shelton Senior Center and is a member of the Connecticut Classic Arts Association.
Donovan generously volunteers his time and organizes Crosby Common’s morning Flex and Stretch exercise class. Additionally, at least three days a week, he leads his fellow residents in a miniature bowling game.
“The laughter, chatter, cheering, and encouragement fills the entire community during this fun game,” Pisani said. Even more impressively, Donovan has participated in many road races hosted by United Methodist Homes. His “Can Do” attitude successfully places him over the finish line. His friends and family could not agree more with Pisani when she says, “Tim Donovan is a special person and role model to us all.”
Donovan and 19 other selected recipients throughout the state were honored at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville. Congratulations go out to all CALA award winners!
Crosby Commons is located on the Wesley Village Campus and offers independent and assisted senior living.
The campus is located at 580 Long Hill Ave. It is owned and operated by United Methodist Homes, a local mission-based, not-for-profit organization.
To learn more, visit www.wesleyvillage-ct.org or contact Lisa Bisson, 203-225-5024.
This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.
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