Meet Dolores “Dodie” Stephens

As one of four children, Dolores “Dodie” Stephens grew up in the village of Brewster, New York, with her two older sisters and younger brother. A rural community, Dodie enjoyed her country upbringing and has a deep, fond love for her village of Brewster.

Introducing: Barbara Clay, Sugar Hill Resident

Barbara was born and raised in Rochester, New York, and lived there until she went to college. A graduate of Marymount College, Barbara majored in political science and minored in Spanish. While pursuing her degree, Barbara met her husband Henry on a blind date, and the two were married just after Barbara graduated.

Interested in learning more about Sugar Hill? You’re not the only one! Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Sugar Hill Retirement Community, one of New England's finest cooperative senior living communities.

Resident Story: Pat and Kathy Roberts

Pat was born in Wisconsin but was raised in Minnesota. He worked for Nationwide
Insurance most of his life and worked as a consultant for a few years after he retired. He loves to travel and has done a lot of it.

Are you ready to make the most of your retirement? At Sugar Hill, you can expect stress-free living with all-inclusive fees that cover exterior and interior maintenance, fine dining, and so much more. But have you ever wondered what life inside one of our gorgeous homes looks like? Take a look:

Exercise can help treat depression and is particularly beneficial during the winter months when short, cold days start dragging down our moods. Below, discover 7 easy exercises that are perfect for older adults trying to stay active this winter—and why exercise is so beneficial.

Is your parent thinking about moving to a retirement community? Even if the move is years down the road, it’s best to start downsizing sooner rather than later.

There are plenty of ways to decorate a space after downsizing to make it warm and appealing. If you're looking for fresh new ways to decorate a room, give plants a try. Here's a list of seven easy houseplants that are almost impossible to kill!

Many older adults plan to move to a smaller space in retirement. It makes sense—we find ourselves thinking that we don’t need multiple bedrooms, thousands of square feet, and the upkeep that comes with a large house anymore.

What’s it like to live at Sugar Hill?