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Happy New Year from OceanView at Falmouth!

A new year is a new opportunity to set goals to improve yourself. If you haven’t made any New Year’s resolutions yet, it’s never too late! We have some suggestions for healthy new year’s resolutions, and you can read what some of our residents are striving for in 2023. Good luck!

“I want to reach out and help others. I want to exercise at least twice a week.” – Kathy

“I want to be less fearful about speaking my mind clearly on matters little and big. The truth is a balm.” – Sue

“In 2023, I look forward to good health and projects with my wonderful friends at OceanView!” – Mabel

“I aim to keep my visions of the future positive & creative, remembering that smiles from the heart shine through the eyes.” – Deena

“I would like to be kind like Lois.” – Patricia

“Learn & remember residents’ names. I have always had a problem with remembering names. I will work on it this year!” – John

“I resolve to do one fitness activity every day, and I resolve to plan a weekly activity with my family.” – Sue

“I’m resolving to tell my kids NOT to give me any more chocolates for Christmas!” – Connie

“My resolution is to prepare a binder with all the information my children will need to settle my estate after I die like account numbers, insurance policies, investments, names and addresses of people to contact, memorial service and burial plans.” – Nancy

“My resolution is to master the principles of an anti-inflammatory diet and understand which foods cause inflammation.” – Carol

“To make someone smile every day.” – Darlene

“My New Year’s resolution is to keep clearing out! I need to get rid of a lot of STUFF.” – Cynnie

“I have to admit, my car is not neat.
There are wrappers and dog hair all over the seats!
I’ll vacuum and polish and discard the mess;
So, it will help make the New Year less stressed!” – MMM

OceanView at Falmouth is pleased to announce the recent hire of Hannah Crayton as OceanView’s first Sustainability Coordinator.

In this new position, Crayton will be working on expanding OceanView’s solar power infrastructure and leading the Naturalization Plan of the OceanView landscape, among other projects that align with OceanView’s commitment to creating a sustainable and environmentally friendly community.

“We are thrilled to have Hannah join the OceanView team as our first Sustainability Coordinator,” said OceanView Director of Operations, Diane Kibbin. “Hannah will play an invaluable role in expanding our current initiatives that include the use of locally-sourced foods, environmentally-friendly cleaning products, a robust recycling and compost program, and the continued expansion of our solar program.”

Originally from Winslow, Maine, Crayton graduated from Thomas College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science and Policy and minors in education, sustainable management, and global sustainability. Crayton is currently in the process of becoming Building Performance Institute (BPI) certified to further her expertise in sustainable building practices and solutions.

“I’m very passionate about environmental stewardship and sustainability and want to help preserve the Earth for the next generations to come.” said Crayton. “This job melds together my goals and dreams to help people and the planet!”

In honor of National Police and EMS Weeks, OceanView’s General Manager of Dining Services, Jeff Landry, dropped off some well-deserved meals for our local heroes.

With the vast majority of our residents and staff having completed their Covid-19 vaccination series more than two weeks ago, we are grateful to be able to safely offer limited in-person services and amenities!