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STORIES ABOUT 2LIFE COMMUNITIES | BOSTON, MA

See what’s happening in and around our communities.

2Life communities are vibrant places where residents, staff and volunteers are engaged in a variety of purposeful activities on any given day. They’re interacting with each other, with students and the broader community, and making a difference in the lives of others. Here we share some of the stories that make us smile and highlight how the 2Life mission is coming to life in our communities and beyond.
 

Ayanna Pressley with 2Life residents
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Be the Change: Advocating for aging in community

Expanding 2Life’s innovative model for aging in community takes more than commitment; it requires funding and constant attention to local, state, and national policy that affects senior housing. Leading the way in advancing those policies is the focus of 2Life’s advocacy — work that engages our...
January 2023
Solimine House
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Solimine House: Honoring a family’s legacy of giving back to Lynn

The name Solimine is well-known and respected throughout the city of Lynn, Massachusetts. As successful business owners and philanthropists, David J. Solimine Sr. and his wife, Mary Jane, have made countless contributions to their beloved city without fanfare. Now, 2Life Communities is recognizing...
January 2023
Wendy Scheinfeld
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For Wendy Scheinfeld volunteering is a lifelong pursuit

Wendy Scheinfeld is the personification of the adage “If you want something done, ask a busy person.” A passionate volunteer throughout her life, Wendy has donated her time and energy to a wide range of charitable, religious, and community organizations throughout the Boston area. That tradition...
January 2023
Lucy Rakov
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Lucy Rakov prepares to launch the next phase in her fascinating life

When the Mercury astronauts lifted off the launch pad on their way to making NASA history in the early 1960s, Lucy Rakov was along for the ride — virtually. The Newton resident, a graduate of Wellesley College, was a member of the IBM programming team that developed the launch sequence software. Now...
January 2023
Valeriia Lendel
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Valeriia Lendel: Easing the transition to a new home

For many 2Life residents, Valeriia Lendel is the first person they meet when they begin to think about living in one of our communities. As a leasing coordinator, she continually looks ahead to upcoming vacancies to avoid delays. She also takes the lead in transitioning applicants from our waiting...
January 2023