The Cedars Recognized for Excellence in Senior Living and Senior Care
Left to right: Gary Baldwin, Susan Dionne-Jones, Kaitlin Knight, Jen Curtis, April McDonald, Misty Seeley, Dianne Vigue, Judi Pierce, Linda Grisham, Phyllis McNeally
End of Life Care Hospice Award 2011
The Skilled Care Center at The Cedars was honored on June 29, 2011, by Beacon Hospice, New England’s largest hospice provider, for the end of life care our patients receive. The Cedars was nominated for working professionally with a hospice provider, offering effective continuing education on end of life issues, compassionately assessing patients and promoting informed access to hospice services.
Executive director Angela Hunt and director of nursing Susan Dionne-Jones accepted the award. “All our nursing staff are honored to be recognized for this prestigious award,” Angela says. “End of life care is a sensitive and critically important field in medicine, and we are committed to staying on top of new practices and emerging data to best care for our seniors.”
Best of the Best in Portland, Maine – 12 Years Running
The Skilled Care Center and The Sam L. Cohen Rehabilitation Center at The Cedars have once again been named Greater Portland’s Best Elder Care Facility by Market Surveys of America. The award, which has been given to The Cedars for the past twelve years running, is based on public ballots and independent of any newspaper or publication.
“This award is a tremendous re-affirmation of the dedication and commitment of our staff,” says Kathryn Callnan, president and CEO of The Cedars. “Even after twelve wins,” she adds with a smile, “it’s still a great honor to receive it.”
Continuing a Sacred Tradition of Care
Staff accepting Best of Best award
Jim Freilinger, Chair of The Cedars Board of Trustees, accompanied Kathy Callnan, president and CEO, to the 50th anniversary celebration of the Association of Jewish Aging Services (AJAS) in Atlanta, Georgia. Jim and Kathy joined over 150 representatives of senior living communities in lively discussions of the challenges and changes we experience manifesting our Jewish values in senior care.
Rabbi David Wolpe drew from Jewish tradition in reminding his audience that we are carrying out the age-old tradition of covenant—the call from Yahweh to His People. This covenant enlists us to respect our elders, hold them in high esteem and help them maintain their independence in fruitful lives at The Cedars.
Kathy Callnan Excellence in Leadership Award 2010
Kathy Callnan, president and CEO, was honored with the Excellence in Leadership Award by Maine and New Hampshire Aging Services on May 19, 2010. In bestowing this great honor, Audrey Weiner, Chair-Elect of the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, noted not only Kathy’s accomplishments on behalf of The Cedars, but also in the greater Portland community.
A former nurse and head of The Cedars since1991, Kathy is the guiding force behind The Cedars’ recent expansion. She brings an executive’s drive and a nurse’s warmth to expanding our continuum of care and to staying at the forefront of innovations in medicine and wellness. Congratulations, Kathy, on a great honor well deserved.
An Award-Winning Indulgence: The Cedars Salon and Day Spa for Seniors
Lisa McLeod runs The Cedars Salon and Day Spal
The Cedars Salon and Day Spa was recognized in May 2009 with the Innovation of the Year Award by Aging Services of Maine and New Hampshire. The inspired idea of Angela Hunt, executive director, the Salon and Day Spa is more than a luxury—it is a unique therapeutic experience designed just for seniors.
We designed a retreat where seniors can spend time with friends or family, be showered with undivided attention and boost their self image. “The best feedback is the sheer popularity,” says Angela. “We wanted to offer the type of experience that many people couldonly imagine, make it affordable and bring it right to them.”
Lisa MacLeod, a licensed cosmetologist, manages the daily operations of the program and personally provides most services. All her offerings are therapeutic and holistic, targeting all five senses. We even use “life histories” to engage seniors with cognitive issues in meaningful conversation while theyenjoy their treatments.
To surprise a loved one in our senior living community with a gift certificate to the Salon and Day Spa, contact us.
