Retired Racers Make Great Senior Companions

NORWALK — A retired racing greyhound’s life took a fortunate turn when she was adopted by the Norwalk Memorial Home last month.
Lexi, the 2-year-old greyhound, was actually adopted by more than 50 residents of the skilled-nursing facility at 272 Benedict Ave., according to Johnna Young and Nancy Nickoli, spokeswomen for Fisher-Titus Medical Center.

There are 54 long-term residents at the facility and many of whom have become ”enthralled” with the rescue dog since her arrival.

When Nickoli, director of the volunteers and activities at the nursing home, began searching for a replacement therapy dog for one that had died last year, she began familiarizing herself with greyhounds, she said.

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How to be Happy (Don't Worry)

January 26th, 2008

Cambridge - The seniors at Cadbury Commons now have a new skill to master: laughing out loud for one minute a day — every day. Even if there’s nothing at all to laugh about.

Last week, retired psychology professor Freda Rebelsky stopped by the independent and assisted-living facility to educate the residents about how to be happier.

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