Bridges® by Epoch at Mashpee Resident Artwork Selected for Cover Art

MASHPEE, MA. – The Massachusetts Assisted Living Association has selected the artwork of a former Bridges® by EPOCH at Mashpee resident to appear on the cover of its 2025 resource guide.

Marian Billingham, who passed away in November at the age of 96, was a talented artist who was well-liked by residents and team members, according to Pat Laferriere, Life Enrichment Director at Bridges® by EPOCH at Mashpee.

Billingham’s painting titled “Summer’s Coming” was selected for the resource guide cover.

Raised in Dedham, Mass., Billingham was an avid reader and loved to crochet and dabble in other creative arts.

“She had a smile to melt your heart. She was a lovely lady. I’m sure she would have been very proud to know that her artwork was selected for this honor,’’ said Laferriere.

Designed exclusively to support those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, Bridges® by EPOCH at Mashpee is a purposefully designed memory care assisted living community. that delivers a highly personalized approach providing the best care and allowing residents to age in place with dignity and respect.

About EPOCH Senior Living

Waltham-based EPOCH Senior Living has been a leader in New England senior living since 1997. Known for delivering outstanding experiences and purpose-built properties, the organization currently operates 11 Bridges® by EPOCH communities and five Waterstone Senior Living communities throughout the Northeast. EPOCH is committed to providing premier residences, high-touch services and wellness opportunities that enable seniors to enjoy comfortable, healthy and dignified lifestyles in gracious settings. Bridges® by EPOCH is New England's largest stand-alone memory care assisted living provider.