Sunday, July 28, 2024

Woman celebrates 100th birthday at Wesley Heights in Shelton


Wesley Village resident Anne Griffin celebrates her 100th birthday at Lifestyle Transitions at Wesley
 
Heights senior living community. She is pictured with her nephew, Richard Rosselli and his wife, Helen Rosselli./ Contributed photo

SHELTON - Anne Griffin, a resident at Lifestyle Transitions at Wesley Heights, commemorated her 100th birthday earlier this month. Griffin, a former librarian at a New York City school, brings a rich variety of experiences and an abundance of spirit to the community. 
Her passion for learning endures to this day, along with her ability to inspire the love of learning in others. This energetic centenarian begins each day by reading The New York Times and drinking her favorite beverage--coffee with cream. Later, she often continues reading the book she is currently engrossed in while enjoying various daily activities.

Lifestyle Transitions, an assisted living and memory care neighborhood, is part of the Wesley Heights senior living community on the Wesley Village Campus. Anne Griffin was the first resident to move into the neighborhood when it opened as a supportive memory care community nearly 10 years ago. 
Since then, she has continued to enjoy good health, engages in a variety of hobbies and social events, and thrives in the nurturing, supportive environment provided by Lifestyle Transitions. Members of the community held a birthday celebration in her honor to recognize the milestone.

Happily married for 40 years to Nathaniel Griffin, who passed away in 2010, Anne Griffin has always preferred immersing herself in the printed word, exploring new places, going to the theater, and shopping for exquisite treasures. She enjoys attending church, loves reminiscing about her travels, and looks forward to experiencing new adventures. She also doesn't shy away from a good meal with a delicious dessert!

Although her husband and only sibling have passed away, Griffin still maintains a positive outlook on life that charms her friends and staff at Wesley Village. Her companionship and lively conversation make her one of the community's well- known residents. 
In addition, the warm, caring environment on the campus allows Griffin and others to thrive as they spend their days talking about cherished memories, engaging in social activities, and taking delight in living their golden years to the fullest.

“Anne brings a wealth of experience and a zest for life that enriches our community,” says the staff at Wesley Village. “Her intellectual curiosity, active spirit, and positive outlook are an inspiration to all of us. We are grateful to have her in the Wesley Village family.”

About Wesley Village: Located at 580 Long Hill Ave., Wesley Village Senior Living Campus is part of United Methodist Homes, a local not-for-profit organization. 
The Wesley Village campus offers independent and assisted living, enhanced assisted living, early memory support, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab. 
To learn more about Crosby Commons, Wesley Heights, Lifestyle Transitions, or Bishop Wicke Health Center, visit our website or contact us at 203-225-5024. 
To become part of the Wesley Village team, visit our website at: https://www.umh.org/career- opportunities-at-umh.


This is a press release from United Methodist Homes. 


CT Foodshare to visit St. Mary's Church Tuesday in Derby


DERBY - The Connecticut Foodshare truck will return to St. Mary’s Church parking lot Tuesday from 2:15-3 p.m. No income limits, no questions asked...just bring a bag to receive some food.

The church is at 212 Elizabeth St.