By Shannon Lynch One of the upsides of the quarantining and social distancing brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic is that many people have turned to connecting with family and friends on video apps like FaceTime, Skype and Zoom. The apps have been a boon for...
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Halloween Family and Friends Car Parade at Summit by Morrison
On Sunday, October 18th. Families and friends of the residents went all out with their decorations. We hooted and hollered and had the best time! Thank you to everyone who participated, including Chief Ross, of the Whitefield Fire Department who really made the event...
Country Roads
"On October 8th, we took our residents on some scenic rides and went on all kinds of different routes. Through Dalton, up over Corrigan in Lancaster, down Corrigan through Jefferson, onto Reed Road in Lancaster, and back up Corrigan, down Corrigan onto Reed Road then...
October Recipe of the Month 2020
October 2020 Apple Chutney and Pork Loin Recipe As prepared by Danielle Cowen, Summit’s Food Service Director
September Is Healthy Aging Month
“You've got to accentuate the positive / Eliminate the negative / Latch on to the affirmative / Don't mess with Mister In-Between / You got to spread joy up to the maximum / Bring gloom down to the minimum / And have faith, or pandemonium / Liable to walk upon the...
Fall Into Autumn with Our Safety Checklist
Summer’s not quite over, but we’ve already had a taste of what’s ahead as recent cooler temperatures herald the first day of fall on September 22. The season has many things to recommend like our brilliant fall foliage and the crisp, clear days that make being...
Contact tracing calls? 5 things to know
Recipe of the Month…Pumpkin Spice Frosted Cupcakes!
Click here for printable directions For the Cupcakes: 8oz unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 tsp kosher salt 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, substitute 1tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp...
New Hire Sign-On Bonus
In order to attract and retain qualified candidates to our team, we are offering a special sign-on bonus.
Healthcare Heroes
The New Hampshire Healthcare Association and NH Sector Partnerships Initiative placed the signs at Long-Term Care facilities throughout the state, honoring the healthcare heroes working at each facility. We are proud of our staff!
Don’t Get Beat by the Heat
Spending lots of time outdoors during the warm weather months of July and August is a given for most of us who live in northern New Hampshire. These are the days of gardening, swimming, boating, hiking, biking, and barbecuing that we look forward to during the cold...
Life Lessons Learned at the Circus
Life Lessons Learned at the Circus Comes to Summit by Morrison Veronica Francis wears many hats. A web marketing professional, she is also an author, a public speaker, a digital trainer, and the owner of the Glad Store on Littleton’s Main Street. But to the residents...
Story Hour with books read by Jan & George Kirk!
Children will love this! We are delighted to bring you an assortment of children's books brought to life by Summit Resident's Jan and George Kirk. We are delighted to bring you Jan and George Kirk two of the extraordinary residents at the Summit by Morrison. The...
For the birds–In the Best of Ways!
The Men's Group at The Morrison Skilled Nursing Facility enjoyed a time of bird house building. The maintenance and occupational therapy staff came together to help residents build the bird houses shown below. Painting and staining will take place during the next...
Improving Your Brain Health by Shannon Lynch
The Alzheimer’s Association designates the summer solstice, this year on June 20, as The Longest Day, a day that encourages individuals to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s by shining a light on the disease. Fundraising activities on The Longest Day help create...
We Love a Parade!
Who doesn't love a parade? Residents at Summit by Morrison enjoyed a parade of family and friends. All social distancing guidelines were followed allowing everyone to be safe while having a great time! https://www.facebook.com/SummitbyMorrison/videos/289084465560335/
Memorial Day
Memorial Day was a time of reflection for residents at The Morrison Skilled Nursing Facility, many of who have served our country. Jeremy Hazelton played taps. Residents also enjoyed a BBQ. At Summit by Morrison, residents enjoyed a socially distanced outdoor concert...
STORY TIME with Jan and George Kirk
We are delighted to bring you Jan and George Kirk, two of the extraordinary residents at the Summit by Morrison. The Kirks are well known locally for their volunteerism - click here for a little background on these great people from a PBS interview. One of the many...
She’s a Smooth(ie) Operator!
Dietary staff member Carolyn is a smooth(ie) operator! She gets the job done efficiently, creatively and with a smile! Yesterday, Carolyn brought warm summer vibes to our residents with a smoothie cart. Smoothies, tropical music, and cheerful decorations helped cheer...
If a door closes…
(Pictures from The Morrison Skilled Nursing Facility) If a door closes, go to a window! We may have had to temporarily close our doors to visitors due to COVID-19, but won't stop visits from happening. Skype, FaceTime and Visitation Window are available to...