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The Treasure Chests at Oak Crest and Brooksby Village mark milestone birthdays
Tuesday, October 17, 2006

PARKVILLE, MD – Last week was a big week for The Treasure Chest, stores found at several Erickson communities that resell goods donated by residents and staff. At Oak Crest, the Treasure Chest celebrated its tenth birthday on October 10, while at Brooksby Village, the Treasure Chest marked its fifth year in operation.

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Residents once again donate items for "Welcome Home Baby" baskets
Tuesday, October 17, 2006

PEABODY, MA – Every newborn needs hats, socks, blankets, sweaters, and more. That's why people who live at Brooksby Village have again this year knitted baby clothes and blankets and donated them to the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children’s (MSPCC) “Welcome Home Baby” basket project, which benefits struggling families in MSPCC's Healthy Families and GoodStart programs.

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Massachusetts campuses raise $13,000 for Alzheimer's Assoc.
Thursday, October 12, 2006

PEABODY, MA – Over 30 people who live and work at Brooksby Village in Peabody, Mass., and Linden Ponds in Hingham, Mass., came together on Sunday, October 1 to walk in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk ‘06. Their efforts raised a total of $13,000. Brooksby Village and Linden Ponds raised a combined $5,400 and Erickson Retirement Communities donated $7,500 as a platinum-level sponsor of the event.

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People Who Live at Brooksby Village Come Together To Save Energy and Money
Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Energy Efficient Light Bulbs on Sale Wednesday, October 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

PEABODY, MA – The Energy Committee at Brooksby Village was looking for ways to be energy conscious at Brooksby Village. After doing some research, the group determined if people who live at Brooksby Village began using energy-efficient light bulbs the campus would save 75 percent in energy costs when compared to incandescent bulbs.

Brooksby Village Ties for First Place in Erickson-Wide Walking Challenge
Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Each participant at Brooksby walked an average of 1,520 minutes in one month

PEABODY, MA – After walking an average of 45 minutes per day for a month, people who live at Brooksby Village took first place in the Erickson Walking Challenge.

Brooksby Village: Results are in for first annual Brooksby Village Olympics
Tuesday, October 03, 2006

PEABODY, MA – The first annual Brooksby Village Olympics were a huge success this year. People who live at the campus competed in a number of events and many medals were given out.

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Tips on Selling Your House
Sunday, October 01, 2006

Winter Can Be a Fertile Selling Environment

As winter approaches New England, many houses that were for sale will be pulled off the market because of the long standing belief that you can’t sell your house in the winter. But by using some creativity, you can actually do well putting your house up for sale during the winter season.

Over 300 Volunteers Recognized
Sunday, October 01, 2006

Virginia Rando Is One of Many Who Gives Her Time

In a detailed study by the Corporation for National and Community Service, the top volunteer activities by category are mentoring, tutoring, coaching, fundraising and collecting, preparing, distributing, or serving food—and it’s quite clear the people who live at Brooksby Village do all of them.

‘I Lost 15 Pounds!’
Sunday, October 01, 2006

Mary Ahern Pursues a New Passion

Whatever Mary Ahern decides to do, she does it with great enthusiasm. After working on one of the most successful cultural magazine series in the history of television, Mary is now working on her personal wellness at Brooksby’s on-site Fitness Center—and having a lot of fun.

‘Take the Leap’
Sunday, October 01, 2006

Joan Pappalardo Has Some Advice for You

Since moving to Brooksby, Joan Pappalardo has immersed herself in Brooksby’s dynamic culture. She’s involved with so many different clubs, classes, and activities that it’s hard to believe she has time for them all.