Jeanne Jugan Residence sits at 964 Main Street in Pawtucket, RI, and you'll find it run by the Little Sisters of the Poor, who've got a long tradition of caring for elderly people, especially those who don't have much. The building is set up for both assisted living and independent living, and the whole place keeps a warm, welcoming feeling because the staff are always friendly and helpful, whether it's Alicia Curtin the administrator, Kimberly Gagnon Harris who handles social services and admissions, or Kate Robichaud who coordinates activities. Folks who live here get help with things like healthcare, including non-ambulatory care if they can't move around well, incontinence care, and diabetic support, plus regular nutritious meals prepared by chefs and meal planners, with a real focus on keeping everyone healthy.
The Residence has common areas and indoor communal spaces where people can spend time together, take part in devotional activities both on-site and sometimes offsite, and always find ways to be socially, physically, mentally, and emotionally engaged, since that's important for everyone. The building has a front parking lot right when you arrive, making visits easy for family and friends. Maintenance's under Dan Aronhalt's watchful eye and Priscilla McGovern manages human resources, while the business office and the development office make sure the place keeps running smoothly. People can get involved through the Jeanne Jugan Association, do volunteer work with help from Sister Jeanne and Janice Letendre, or even join youth service programs. Sister Mary Vincent takes care of donations and gifts-in-kind, since the whole place keeps the begging tradition started by Jeanne Jugan herself, who wanted to serve the elderly poor in a humble, respectful way. Residents always get treated with dignity, respect, and compassion, and they can even send in prayer requests for spiritual support if that's something they'd like. Everything here keeps rooted in the values set by Saint Jeanne Jugan, focusing on community, spirituality, and serving elderly people with love until they're called by God, making sure no one feels alone or forgotten.
