A 'green' initiative unites residents and staff at The Orchards at Southington

Owned and operated by Hartford HealthCare and Central Connecticut Senior Health Services, which provides integrated services and a continuum of care, The Orchards promotes a lifestyle that “allows … residents to age in place while supporting independence.” The community provides fine dining; social, cultural and recreational activities; cognitive and physical fitness programs; plus amenities such as a pub and grille and a library. Environmental wellness, a key focus, is supported by a bevy of “green” practices. This environmental initiative has not only improved resident and staff health at The Orchards, but has also won outside recognition for the community