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Spotlight Shines on Cushing Artists
Cushing artists are getting their moments in the spotlight, thanks to several projects and exhibits in the South Shore and Greater Boston communities featuring their work. “Having spent over 30 years in the classroom teaching art, this was something I always envisioned, having Cushing art out in the larger community,” said Randy Wiskow, Cushing’s manager…
Making an Immediate Impact
Canton resident Abby Nix may have only spent one year at Cushing, but even in that short time, she left an indelible mark. Nix, who graduated from Canton High School and attended Canton’s post-graduate program, enrolled at Cushing last year and graduated in August. While at Cushing, she took courses on employability skills and training…
Spellman Students Connect with Cushing
Cushing relies on the support of its volunteers, who contribute their unique talents, skills and knowledge to enhance day-to-day operations, whether working directly with participants, or behind the scenes. Students from Cardinal Spellman High School in Brockton have come to appreciate just that. As part of the school’s community service program, every high school student…
Classrooms get a Facelift
Cushing students ushered in the new school year with vast improvements to their learning space. The efforts to update classrooms within the Dr. Leonard Florence Education Building began with the installation of all new windows. Then, the rooms were gutted, old radiators and heating pipes were pulled out, and all new heating systems were installed.…
Extreme Makeover: Cushing Edition
After more than a year of demolition and construction work, Cushing’s Washington Street adult residence was completed over the summer. And the results are unanimous. The staff, residents, and their families are in love with the new space. “The newly renovated Washington Street home will truly allow the gentlemen who live there the ability to…
Summer Interns Leave Their Mark
Cushing welcomed two interns from the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind over the summer. Tara Cheever and Chloe Henschen, both Scituate residents, were excited to gain real-world work experience at Cushing. Cheever, a UMass Boston graduate, has experience in the human services field, including case management, employment services, and front desk reception. This was her…
Board Profile: David Traggorth
A Developing Situation at Cushing Hanover resident David Traggorth has dedicated much of his life to serving others, so it was no surprise when he took an interest in joining the board of directors of Cardinal Cushing Centers. Traggorth is the principal of Causeway Development, a real estate development and advisory firm. He consults with…
Community Service Lives at Cushing
It’s been said that those who are happiest are those who do the most for others. That can certainly be said for Cushing staff and supporters, but it rings true for Cushing participants as well. Their generous hearts often extend beyond the Cushing community and into the community at large. Many of the participants in…
Meet Tom McElman
I have driven by the Cardinal Cushing Centers a million times and always knew wonderful things happen there, but I was blown away by the extent of excellence I learned of when I met with Tom McElman, Director of Recreation and Community Programs.
Baby Chicks Cared For
Life Opportunities Unlimited (LOU) South adult participants started visiting Stewart Farm in Duxbury over 10 years ago, as part of a collaborative effort with the Stewart Family Foundation of Duxbury and its overseer John McCluskey. The farm, which has been in operation since 1763, was not only a beautiful place to visit, but the Foundation…