Developed for The Arc of Greater Plymouth, this new construction project was designed for five residents with acquired brain injury (ABI).

Completed in 2018, residents moved in just in time for the winter holidays. On a sunny fall day, we had  the opportunity to spend time with two of the residents, Wendy and Judy, as they reflected on the upcoming one year anniversary of living in their new home. 

project TYPE
New Construction

END USE
Community Residence

population
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Judy's Story

Before Judy moved into the new home, she had been living in a nursing home.

“I was really worried before I came here, because I didn’t know what was going to happen to me,” she explained. “I didn't want to be in a nursing home for the rest of my life. We are really lucky.”

When we asked Judy what her favorite part of the house to spend time in was, she did not hesitate. “My bedroom – it’s my girl cave!” When we entered Judy’s room, the first thing you see is a notable photograph on her dresser. “I used to be a playboy bunny. In ‘67 or ’69, I worked at the Playboy Club in Boston. It was hard work I'll tell you that. You had to stand in your heels for 8 hours!” 

Wendy's Story

Like many residents in group living, Wendy participates in a day program a few days a week. Depending on a person’s individual needs, programming often includes a mixture of group therapy, peer support, pre-vocational tasks, community-oriented groups, expressive and music groups, and health and wellness offerings.

Wendy is a busy lady. She loves iced coffees, cooking meatloaf for her housemates, and going out with Arc staff on drives.

“I don’t mind shopping,” Wendy admits with a wink. “I also love arts and crafts, as you can plainly see. Some days, I’m just down to watch a movie or something.”

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