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Assisted living at Orchard Inn: Discover the small-home difference
Have you noticed how everyday tasks have become more challenging for a parent or loved one? Have they realized the subtle ways life has changed for them or are they hesitant to discuss it, preferring to pretend that life is as normal as it’s always been? It’s natural...
Eight signs it’s time for Assisted Living
When is the right time to move to assisted living? That depends. If a loved one has experienced a sudden change in their health or if you’re unable to provide the support they need, the answer may be “as soon as possible.” On the other hand, you may not be aware of...
Eight signs it’s time for Memory Support
Memory problems are one of the first signs of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. As the disease progresses, worsening memory problems make it difficult to complete everyday tasks, such as putting clothes on in the right order, following a recipe, or...
The Baldwin receives second prestigious American Institute of Architects Design for Aging Award
An award-winning vision has now become an award-winning reality. At an awards gala held in Boston, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) recognized The Baldwin with the coveted 2025 Design for Aging Review Award in the “built projects” category. The Baldwin...
Wellness: What it is, why it matters, and why it’s never too late
Wellness is a term that can be hard to define. It’s often associated with the latest health trends, like cold plunges or drinking cider vinegar. But the key principles of wellness can be traced back to the ancient Greek, Roman, Chinese and Indian cultures. They took a...
The Baldwin, a highly anticipated new Life Plan Community celebrates official grand opening in Londonderry
There was a festive atmosphere on Woodmont Ave. in Londonderry as New Hampshire’s most highly anticipated new Life Plan Community held its official grand opening. Guests — including residents, staff, board members, local dignitaries, and the many partners who worked...
Founders’ Orchard builds a bridge from past to future with Baldwin apple trees
A seed is planted. Before moving into The Baldwin, resident Jim Folsom and his wife, Mary, learned that the community’s name stemmed from an antique apple variety that was grown at the former Woodmont Orchards — now the site of The Baldwin. Baldwin apples date back to...
The Baldwin featured in Environments for Aging magazine
The Baldwin CCRC Delivers Multigenerational Living In Londonderry, New Hampshire In 1997, when CEO Marlene Rotering opened the Edgewood Retirement Community in North Andover, Mass., she interviewed every new resident as they came in to gain a deeper...
Why living solo doesn’t mean living alone at The Baldwin
Many people assume that retirement communities are built for couples. But you may be surprised to learn that many residents of The Baldwin are either widowed, divorced or single-by-choice. If you’re in one of these categories, you owe it to yourself to consider your...
Eight important advantages of a CCRC or Life Plan Community
A Life Plan Community — also known as a continuing care retirement community or CCRC — is a type of senior living designed specifically to meet the needs and desires of adults age 62+. Some people mistakenly assume senior living is only for when you need health care —...
A conversation with Marlene Rotering, CEO of The Baldwin
As CEO of Edgewood Retirement Community and, now, The Baldwin, Marlene Rotering always welcomes the opportunity to talk about the residents and the community she loves — as well as to talk about how her dream of building a new senior living community in New Hampshire...
Myths, Meet Facts: The truth about senior living
Modern senior living communities are nothing like what you may remember from your grandparents’ day. Today’s communities are created to promote a vibrant, active lifestyle that empowers you to live the way you choose. Wouldn’t it be a shame if outdated ideas and...
It’s Official! We’ve closed on the land.
LONDONDERRY, NEW HAMPSHIRE | October 20, 2020 — Edgewood Senior Solutions Group of North Andover, Massachusetts, has officially closed on the purchase of land in Londonderry’s Woodmont Commons, where the group plans to build an all-new, one-of-a-kind senior living...
A conversation with Marlene Rotering, CEO of The Baldwin
As CEO of Edgewood Retirement Community and, now, The Baldwin, Marlene Rotering always welcomes the opportunity to talk about the residents and the community she loves — as well as to talk about how her dream of building a new senior living community in New Hampshire...
The Baldwin’s Response to Covid-19
Updated June 30, 2020: While The Baldwin is not yet a physical community, we recognize that we’re part of a broader community here in New Hampshire and we’re doing our part to ensure the safety of all. As part of the Edgewood family, our staff is deeply...
The Baldwin wins Multi-Housing News Gold Award for Excellence
The Baldwin was awarded Multi-Housing News’ 2019 Gold Award for Excellence in the “Unbuilt” category. According to Multi-Housing News, “The 2019 Excellence Award winners represent the multifamily sector’s most innovative and ingenious achievements.” Judges for the...
The Baldwin recognized by AIA Design for Aging Review
The Baldwin was one of just 11 senior living facilities recognized in The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Design for Aging Review. According to the AIA, “The Design for Aging Review showcases facilities that represent conscientious surroundings, and advance...
The Baldwin wins NAHB Best of 55+ Housing Gold Award
The Baldwin received the Gold “On the Boards” Design Award in the National Association of Home Builders’ 2020 Best of 55+ Housing Awards. According to McKnight’s Senior Living, the awards honor “excellence and innovation in the design, development, lifestyle and...
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