We’re grateful for all the community support this year. If you’re looking to make a tax-deductible donation before year’s end, please consider writing a check, using Venmo “Rest-Stop-Ranch”, or sending a gift via Facebook
Saints and Souls
We begin with honoring All Loved Ones who have grown and nurtured us to our present moment… Dia de los Muertos, 10/31, 11/1 and 11/2.
Military Families and Veterans
We celebrate and honor all Veterans and Military Families in November. Our November Memory Cafe and Sunday Stroll will offer Veteran inclusive activities such as a “Mums the Word” expressive poetry wall alongside our gorgeous chrysanthemum display in the Kitchen Garden.
SAVE THE DATE! December we offer an Open House & Accessible Gardens “Holiday Walk & Wheel” 1st 3 Saturdays, 4pm – 7pm. Enjoy lights on the trails and light refreshments inside the Cottage. RSVP 978-887-4202. Parking is limited. Please reserve your parking at least 1 week in advance if possible.
Here’s our November schedule (see below). Hope to see you for our HARDY MUM FEST!
All are welcome, free-of-charge, RSVP Required – please call/text Mary (978-887-4202)
Please share our support programs with friends, family, clients, patients, or customers who are living the roles of long-term care-partner or care-receiver.
Weekly Programs
November 5, 7, 12, 14 – 1PM – 4PM; Garden RX. Open garden hours. Reserve your visit at least 1 day ahead, 1-2:30pm or 2:30-4pm.
November 7, 14, 21 – 8:30am – 11:30am, Garden Crew. Volunteers (all abilities) meet new friends while assisting in the garden each week.
Monthly Programs
November 14 – 7PM – 8PM; Group Support; 2nd Thursday once a month. Care partners caring for a family member with FTD or Young Onset ALZ meet online via Zoom.
November 9 – 10am – 12pm: Memory Cafe; People with memory changes and care partners meet at our indoor Caretaker’s Cottage, November – March. Enjoy a cup of coffee, friendly conversation, and an optional nature-inspired craft. Reserve your visit at least 1 day ahead.
November 10- 10AM – 2PM; Sunday Stroll. Reserve morning session 10am – 12pm, or afternoon session 12pm – 2pm.
Respite Retreats & Individual Support for Caregivers
By appointment with Mary E MacDonald, interfaith chaplain.
Consider Volunteering with Us!
View/Download our TEAM MEMBER APPLICATION
Our volunteers range in age from 14 to 80+. Most are young adults fulfilling volunteer requirements for school, or retired adults appreciating a weekly social connection while helping actualize our mission and vision. Any prospective volunteer is welcome to “come and see” the volunteer opportunity. Seasonal volunteers usually commit to a weekly schedule, April – November.
GARDEN CREW: Help maintain our wheelchair-accessible gardens (once per week, Thursday, 9am – 12pm)
Work with a small group to clear trails, and care for plants.
PAPER PATROL: Help manage papers and mailings in the office (once per week, Wednesdays, 1-4pm)
Work with our office staff to file papers, organize the library, or mail letters.
OUTREACH: Help with outreach in the community (flexible schedule)
Work with our Outreach Coordinator to spread the word about Rest-Stop-Ranch services.
3 Easy Ways to Donate:
Online – Venmo “Rest-Stop-Ranch”; OR Facebook.com/reststopranch
Check – Make payable to “Rest-Stop-Ranch”; Mail to:
202 Haverhill Road, Topsfield, MA 01983
Cash – Locked Boxes Onsite
We are currently raising $7,000 to complete:
Lily Pond Overlook Patio and Forest Flowers Trail
Thanks again to ALL who have financially contributed over the years to make our ADA Accessible Garden Trails (0.5 mile).
With Gratitude,
The Rest-Stop-Ranch Team ~ Building access for all, with fragrant flowers and fruits within reach.
