Wesley Village in Shelton celebrates 50th anniversary

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SHELTON - Forty lush acres were flooded with residents, families, and guests recently as Wesley Village celebrated its 50th anniversary as the area's leading senior care provider. 
Children’s faces were painted, farm animals visited, classic cars were on display, restaurants provided delicious food samples and live music was enjoyed by all.

More than 350 people were in attendance and guests’ ages ranged from a couple of months old to over 100-years old. There were activities for all ages to enjoy.
“It’s been a long time that we’ve been doing this work. There were just people caring for other people. It started in a church with people noticing that fellow church members needed some help and they went out of their way to help them. I think the folks who started this mission back in the 1800s would be very proud of what we’re carrying forward today as an organization,” said President and CEO David Lawlor.

Wesley Village cares for hundreds of patients and residents annually and offers many senior living options ranging from independent living to skilled nursing care. 
The many levels of support and care that residents have access to help them live out the best of their years by maintaining a good quality of life and enjoying each milestone.

“I feel secure living here and everyone is so nice. Everyone says “Hello” and laughs. I don’t think you get many staff members like that at other places,” Virginia Kristoff, Crosby Commons resident, said.

Staff members brought residents and guests around the campus-wide events on golf carts so they could enjoy the activities which were spread across the property. 
Bishop Wicke Health & Rehab Center hosted a special classic car display and a DJ, there was a petting zoo and live music at Crosby Commons, and Wesley Heights had a bubble show, accordion player, and lots of great food provided by Misimi Restaurant, Amici’s, Heav'nly Donuts, David Grant caterers, Vazzy’s Cucina, and wood-fired pizza made by our own culinary team.

The celebration ran from 2-4 p.m. and saw a great comraderie among employees, residents, families, guests, and local dignitaries. 
The organization’s staff work hard to ensure residents are living dignified lives and know that they are loved and cared for. 
“Not many people have the opportunity to have a tangible impact on someone else’s life, day in and day out. I am proud of the work that I do, to be able to serve our residents, and enjoy their positive energy every day,” said Benjamin Schiano, Executive Director of Wesley Heights.

The Wesley Village Campus is located at 580 Long Hill Ave. and includes: Crosby Commons Independent/Assisted Living Community, Wesley Heights Independent/Assisted Living Community, Lifestyle Transitions Assisted Living/Memory Support Community, and Bishop Wicke Health and Rehabilitation Center. 

The campus is owned and operated by UMH, a local, mission-based, not-for-profit organization.

This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.