Making The Not-for-Profit Choice

Not-for-Profit facilities have long been recognized as having a tradition of serving the needs of older persons. One important aspect of the Not-for-Profit is that any surplus income that is generated is turned back into the facility, either to improve or expand the services they provide. The not-for-profit approach to aging services places emphasis on providing an atmosphere of fellowship and caring; on meeting the social, physical, and spiritual needs of the individual; and on helping older persons achieve the dignity and quality of life that they deserve in their retirement years. The emphasis on caring and on placing the need of the individual above all else has become the hallmark of not-for-profit homes and services for the aging.

Since its first annual meeting in December 1894, when twelve women were first elected to manage Southmayd Home, and throughout its long history, local community-based women have selflessly donated their time and expertise to serve as members of the Board of Directors. Their commitment to caring for the needs of its residents help assure high quality service and care. Their mission is to provide to self-sufficient women over the age of 60, a residence that is safe and nurturing in a family-like atmosphere. Our Board of Directors is now eleven women and their names are listed below with their town of residence or place of business.

2009-2010 Board of Directors
Barbara (Bonnie) Leavenworth (Woodbury), President
Janet Dayton (Watertown), Vice-President
Mary Jane Ryan (Waterbury), Secretary
Patricia A. Emons (Wolcott), Treasurer
Michèle Paquet Finn (Middlebury)
Linda S. Hagen (Woodbury)
Elizabeth Molder (Middlebury)
Eileen Mudry (Naugatuck)
M. Arlene Pelletier (Southington)
Rosemary Tessier (Waterbury)
Michele Warren (Waterbury)

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Board Director Emeritus Sue Barber (Woodbury)
Board Director Emeritus Helen Bazarian (Waterbury)
Board Director Emeritus Nancy Camp (Southbury)
Board Director Emeritus Jean Gentile (Wolcott)
Board of Director Emeritus Patricia Levesque (Roxbury)
Board Director Emeritus Margaret Winters (Pittsfield, NY)