The latest news and updates from Rockingham County Nursing Home and Assisted Living
Valentine’s Day at Rockingham was filled with love, generosity, and beautiful roses, thanks to our annual Valentine’s Day Roses Fundraiser! Organized by an internal employee resource group, this heartwarming initiative raised an impressive $1,000 for the organization’s Resident Fund.
Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center (RCRNC) is thrilled to announce it will be hosting 15 students from the Seacoast School of Technology for the clinical portion of their Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) course.
Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is pleased to share that it has joined the Accountable Care Organization (ACO) network for Exeter Hospital effective January 1, 2025. This partnership is an exciting step forward in enhancing the quality of care for our residents and ensuring coordinated, patient centered services. By joining the ACO, Rockingham County will be able to collaborate more closely with healthcare providers in the area to improve outcomes, reduce hospital readmissions, and streamline care for our residents.
Rockingham County began the new year with a significant milestone as two elected county Commissioners were sworn into office. On Wednesday, January 8, Commissioners Tom Tombarello and Steve Goddu took the Oath of Office, marking the start of their new terms. Commissioner Kate Coyle also remains a steadfast presence on the board, where she continues to serve her four-year term.
Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is pleased to announce an enhancement in our chaplain services with the arrival of Chaplain Angie Esteves. In her new role, Angie will provide residents with increased access to spiritually enriching activities such as hymn singing, bible study, and one on one visits.
Rockingham County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is proud to introduce Siobhan Farwell, RN, CIC, as our new Director of Nurses. With an impressive background in nursing leadership and a passion for advancing quality elder care, Siobhan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team.
As Director of Nurses, Siobhan Farwell will oversee the delivery of exceptional nursing care, lead clinical teams in providing compassionate and effective services, and ensure adherence to best practices in quality and infection control. She will work closely with the Director of Clinical Services to develop and implement strategies that enhance resident outcomes, staff education, and overall operational efficiency.
The Town of Newmarket awarded Rockingham County resident the Boston Post Cane Award on December 5, 2024, continuing a tradition of celebrating Newmarket residents’ legacies.
We are proud to announce that two of our senior care employees were recognized at the New Hampshire Association of Counties (NHAC) Conference for their exceptional contributions to our community. Bridget Ronaghan received the esteemed Long-Term Care Employee of the Year award, while Susie Vachon was honored with the Assisted Living Employee of the Year award.
A dedicated team from Rockingham County participated in the Seacoast Walk to End Alzheimer’s this weekend in Portsmouth, NH. Teammates included Rockingham County employees and their families as well as residents and resident family members. Through their participation and fundraising efforts, the Rockingham County team helped make a significant impact in the fight against Alzheimer’s.