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May 19
Simmons University Students Visit Edelweiss Village!
We were thrilled to welcome students from Simmons University to Edelweiss Village! They spent time with our Traditional Assisted Living residents discussing nutrition and healthy habits, sparking meaningful conversations and…
May 10
Happy 111th Anniversary to German Centre!
Since May 10, 1914, our mission has been rooted in compassion—and carried forward by caregivers, families, volunteers, donors, and advocates like you. 111 years later, that legacy lives on through…
April 28
$14,230 Raised for Music Therapy!
Rain couldn’t stop the incredible generosity of The Roxbury Latin School‘s ninth-grade class, who gathered at the German Centre on April 26 for their “Step Up for Seniors” walk-a-thon. These…
April 4
Employee Appreciation
This month, we proudly recognize Juleissy Marcano for her outstanding dedication to our residents! Her creativity, warmth, and compassion create meaningful moments, especially for those with memory loss.
March 28
Poetry by Robert Brooks
At Schrafft Pavilion, one family member’s connection sparked something beautiful—their friend Robert began volunteering to read poetry to our residents. His heartfelt readings bring comfort, joy, and a sense of…
March 24
St. Patrick’s Day at the Elks Lodge!
Some of our residents and staff had a fantastic time celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with Ethos at the Elks Lodge! The day was filled with lively music, exciting raffles, and…
March 17
Xaverian Brothers High School Visits the German Centre Campus
29 students from Xaverian Brothers High School spent time engaging with residents across our German Centre campus! From sharing stories to meaningful conversations, these intergenerational connections bring so much joy,…
November 12
Veterans honored in annual ceremony at West Roxbury nursing home
By: Danae Bucci Nursing home residents who served their country with honor and distinction were honored Monday in West Roxbury. The 14th annual Veterans Day celebration at the German Centre…
November 1
Highly anticipated Halloween tradition in Boston delights senior citizens, young students
By: Todd Kazakiewich Hundreds of Boston students joined residents and staff members at a senior living campus Thursday for an Halloween annual parade. Every Halloween in West Roxbury, Edelweiss Village…
October 30
German Centre’s Biannual Speaker Series Shines Spotlight on Family Dynamics in Elder Care
On Saturday, October 26, the German Centre held the latest installment in its Biannual Speaker Series, drawing a diverse audience of families, caregivers, and community members to the Holtzer Auditorium….
October 10
Sullivan-Walsh Scholarship Award Ceremony Honors Three Inspiring Recipients
On Friday, September 27, the German Centre proudly hosted this year’s Sullivan-Walsh Scholarship Award Ceremony, celebrating three outstanding nursing assistants whose dedication and commitment embody the values of care, compassion,…
July 17
Edelweiss Village Opens New Assisted Living Memory Care Apartments
Edelweiss Village, the premier assisted living community on the German Centre campus, is pleased to announce the opening of its new memory care neighborhood, including ten private apartments and two companion suites,…