Just a Walk in the Park
When the staff members of Wake Robin hear “take a hike,” some of them take it literally and participate in our Summer Walking Challenge. This is an event sponsored by CORE, the employee wellness...
View ArticleThe Art Hop Returns
Five years ago, when the world was locked down by the Covid pandemic, people became a little antsy as the summer wore on. Resident Diane T. had an idea, and she brought it to the CEO for approval. She...
View ArticleFood Safety at Wake Robin
Cyclospora. It’s a word and a parasite that we have become all too familiar with in recent days. This is the basis of the contamination of iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms and sourced from its...
View ArticleAnother Successful Wake Robin Tag Sale!
You have heard the phrase “it takes a village,” but in one particular case it takes a whole community of residents, some staff, a beautiful setting, and public anticipation to make…the Wake Robin Tag...
View ArticleAwards Season
When you say “awards season,” most people think of the Oscars, Emmys, or Tonys. For Wake Robin, and other facilities that operate a health center, May is the awards season for recognition by the...
View ArticleEarth Month at Wake Robin
Wake Robin residents and staff have kept busy throughout April paying tribute to Earth Month. Many events were coordinated by Wake Robin’s chapter of SSAFE (Senior Stewards Acting for the...
View ArticleInspiring Film Brings Hope for Climate Crisis
Wake Robin is well known for its commitment to sustainability and involvement in countering climate change. This is a very “green” community. There is a resident committee here called Eating for...
View ArticleWake Robin takes part in Great Backyard Bird Count
Wake Robin is home to many species of birds and a great number of bird aficionados. Each winter and spring, residents take part in the annual Great Backyard Bird Count, launched in 1998 by the Cornell...
View ArticleSoothing sounds from the CRDL
It looks a little like a wooden football, but it makes sweet, soothing sounds and it’s pronounced “cradle.” It’s a beautiful piece of sculpted hardwood with touchpads on the surface and embedded...
View ArticleGiving at Wake Robin
An important value to Wake Robin residents and staff is giving back. All year round, Wake Robin residents partner closely with local food shelves to donate clothing, food, and personal items. Donation...
View ArticleDr. Steven Hamburg presents 2025 Gentry Lecture
There are many annual events at Wake Robin and one of our favorites is the Gentry Lecture. This series is named after Stokes and Mary Jane Gentry for their contributions as founders, board members,...
View ArticleVaccination Season
The national news occasionally carries conflicting reports on the effectiveness of vaccines. We want to make it clear that Wake Robin believes in science and this is how we handle vaccination season...
View ArticleA Recipe for Success: How Person-Centered Dining Brings New Life to Senior...
By Paige Cerulli | iAdvance Senior Care | Published August 25, 2025 | Article Link For some senior living residents, the ability to have a cup of coffee before their morning cereal makes all the...
View ArticleThe Art Hop Returns
Five years ago, when the world was locked down by the Covid pandemic, people became a little antsy as the summer wore on. Resident Diane T. had an idea, and she brought it to the CEO for approval. She...
View ArticleWake Robin’s New Landscaping Workforce
Job description: Skilled practitioners needed for on-site work. Shifts are round-the-clock with no days off. Must be team player, willing to work closely with groups of colleagues, and sure-footed....
View ArticleAward-Winning Nurses of Wake Robin
From left to right: Jen Powell , Cindy Yarnell, and Tenzin Tsephal. We are extremely proud and pleased to announce that three Wake Robin nurses were recently recognized by The Vermont Health Care...
View ArticleCroissants, the Statue of Liberty, a Boxcar Filled with Gifts… Things We Got...
Many wonderful things have come to the U.S. over the years courtesy of France. A rather unique gift arrived at New York Harbor on February 3, 1949, when the freighter Magellan unloaded 49 antique...
View ArticleKeeping our planet SSAFE
Wake Robin is a member of SSAFE (Senior Stewards Acting for the Environment). We are one of 17 chapters nationwide. The organization empowers seniors to lead climate action in their communities, and...
View ArticleIt’s Graduation Season
Dawn Duell in her previous roles at Wake Robin As spring edges toward summer, we are in graduation season. We want to share a story of one of our own who liked to graduate so much, she did it several...
View ArticleVariety is the spice of…you know how that goes
Residents join together for the weekly Cup of Conversation You have probably heard of the town-hall style meeting we have each week called Cup of Conversation. Its origin goes back to the beginning...
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