Travel Back in Time: Fuller House

When it comes to the rich heritage of Stoneham, the Fuller House is just one of dozens of historical buildings still found in the community.

William Griffin Fuller, who worked as a leather businessman, erected the Greek revival/Italianate home in 1850, according to Stoneham Historical Society's Historic Walk document. He lived in the home for the rest of his life.

However, after William Fuller's death his daughter donated the building to local civic group, who transformed the 19th century building into a "Home for Aged People in Stoneham," reads the Historic Walk brochure. 

Eight years later an addition was built at the retirement home located at 32 Franklin St.

Today, the Victorian-style building is still operational and serves as a level four retirement home for people over the age of 55, according to The Fuller House of Stoneham website.

The Fuller House of Stoneham, which was founded in 1898, currently offers an array of services to its residents including:

• 24-7 short or long term care
• Twelve private rooms with cable and climate control
• Assistance with personal care
• Medication management
• Laundry and housekeeping 
• Home-cooked meals and special diets
• Activities and entertainment

For more information about The Fuller House of Stoneham, visit their website.