WINDHAM — Warde Senior Living was named a 2026 recipient of the Bronze Commitment to Quality Award by the American HealthCare Association and National Center for Assisted Living.
The national award recognizes long-term and post-acute care providers that demonstrate a strong commitment to quality care, organizational excellence and continuous improvement. The bronze award is the first of three levels within AHCA/NCAL’s National Quality Award Program, one of the nation’s leading performance improvement initiatives for senior care providers.
To earn the distinction, Warde Senior Living underwent a rigorous review process and was evaluated on areas including leadership, planning, staff engagement and resident care.
“This recognition belongs to the incredible staff at Warde Senior Living,” Assistant Vice President of Healthcare Services for Catholic Charities New Hampshire Alain Bernard said. “They come to work everyday committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care for our residents. We are continually inspired by the difference they make in the lives of our residents and their families.”
Warde Senior Living will be formally recognized during the 2026 AHCA/NCAL Convention and Expo in Boston this October.
The recognition adds to a growing list of honors earned by Warde Senior Living. Earlier this year, the facility received a 2026 Customer Experience Award from Activated Insights, a national benchmark for customer satisfaction in senior care. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report named Warde Senior Living among the nation’s top-performing providers of short-term rehabilitation.
Warde Senior Living offers a full continuum of care, including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, assisted living, and independent living, serving older adults andtheir families throughout southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts.
Reading Cooperative Bank hires Hanson
READING — Reading Cooperative Bank, with branches in Andover and Lawrence, has hired Bianca Hanson as vice president, marketing director. She will collaborate with the marketing team on brand strategy, integrated marketing campaigns, and creative development. She is focused on developing impactful content, strengthening brand presence, and translating complex financial services into clear, comprehendible messages.
With a foundation in digital strategy and creative campaign development, she brings together creative, messaging, and data to drive measurable impact. Throughout her career, she has covered many sectors, from state organizations, to real estate and large regional healthcare systems, helping organizations clarify their message and strengthen community engagement.
“Bianca joins us with a strong marketing background, proven leadership, and a clear ability to turn ideas into meaningful results,” noted SVP Chief Communications & Community Strategy Officer Shanna Cahalane. “We’re excited for the experience, energy, and perspective she brings to Reading Cooperative Bank.”
Hanson earned her bachelor’s degree in business from Endicott College, where she founded the Endicott Women in Leadership Organization and earned awards as part of the schools DECA program. The bank also has branches in Burlington, Lynn, Lynnfield, Melrose, Nahant, North Reading, Wakefield, and Wilmington.
U-Haul holds ribbon cuttings in Methuen, Lawrence
METHUEN — U-Haul of Eastern Massachusetts held ribbon-cutting celebrations in Methuen and Lawrence recently. Hosted by the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce with state Rep. Francisco Paulino, officials from Rep. Estela Reyes’ office, and Methuen Councilor Ronald Marsan on hand to show support for the local business community, the ceremonies were held at 145 Milk St., 3rd Floor, Methuen and at U-Haul Moving & Storage of Manchester Park, 65 Manchester St., Lawrence.
LaBelle Winery introduces new food truck
DERRY — LaBelle Winery will open The Winemaker ‘ s Kitchen food truck at its Derry Tasting Room this weekend. Located adjacent to the Tasting Room Barn, the food truck will operate on Thursdays from 4 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m., with hours and menu offerings varying seasonally. The food truck will remain open year-round, including during LaBelle Lights, the winery ‘ s annual holiday light experience held November through January, when it will feature food and beverages designed to complement the program. The Winemaker ‘ s Kitchen food truck will extend LaBelle ‘ s The Winemaker ‘ s Kitchen culinary product line, created to celebrate the relationship between winemaking and cooking.
LaBelle Winery Derry is located at 14 Route 111, Derry.