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Vote for the Oriol Health Care Family in the 2026 Best of Your Hometown Awards
Vote for the Oriol Health Care Family in the 2026 Best of Your Hometown Awards
We’re honored to be finalists in nine categories—and we’d be grateful for your vote!
The Oriol Health Care family is proud to announce that we’ve been named finalists in nine categories in the 2026 Best of Your Hometown Awards, presented by The Landmark (Holden) and The Item (Clinton).
These annual Reader’s Choice Awards recognize outstanding local businesses, healthcare providers, organizations, and employers that make a positive impact throughout our communities.
Being named a finalist is a reflection of the trust our residents, patients, families, employees, referral partners, and community have placed in us for more than 60 years.
Now it’s time for the final round—and we’d be honored to have your vote.
🗳️ Voting is Open!
Voting Period:
July 30 – August 16, 2026
Please Vote For:
Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center
Beauty & Health
- Nursing Home
- Rehabilitation Services
- Skilled Nursing Center
Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center
Beauty & Health
- Nursing Home
- Rehabilitation Services
- Skilled Nursing Center
Oriol At Home
Beauty & Health
- Home Health Care / Home Care
Oriol Therapy Services
Beauty & Health
- Physical Therapy
Oriol Health Care
People & Places
- Place to Work
One Family. Many Reasons to Vote.
Every day, the Oriol Health Care family is committed to providing compassionate care, exceptional rehabilitation services, trusted home care, outstanding therapy services, and a workplace where employees can grow and thrive.
These nominations represent far more than individual categories—they reflect the dedication, compassion, and professionalism of our entire team.
Whether you’ve experienced rehabilitation, skilled nursing, home care, physical therapy, or simply know someone whose life has been touched by the Oriol Health Care family, we hope you’ll consider supporting us during this year’s voting.
Help Us Spread the Word
You can support the Oriol Health Care family by:
- Voting in each eligible category
- Sharing the voting link with family and friends
- Sharing our social media posts throughout the voting period
- Encouraging others to support local healthcare providers making a difference in our community
Every vote counts, and every share helps.
Building on a Tradition of Excellence
In 2025, the Oriol Health Care family was honored to receive multiple Best of Your Hometown awards and finalist recognitions. We’re proud to once again be recognized by our community in 2026. Thank you for your continued trust and support as we work every day to provide exceptional care across our family of services.
Thank You
Thank you to everyone who nominated the Oriol Health Care family and helped us become finalists.
We’re incredibly proud of our employees and grateful for the opportunity to serve the residents, patients, and families of Central Massachusetts.
Your continued support means the world to us.
Our Family Taking Care of Yours.
National Honor Recognizes Holden Rehabilitation’s Commitment to Quality Care
Holden earns the 2026 AHCA/NCAL Silver National Quality Award, one of the nation’s highest honors for long-term care providers.
HOLDEN, Mass. — July 13, 2026 — Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center has received one of the nation’s highest honors for quality in long-term care, earning the 2026 Silver – Achievement in Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL).
The Silver – Achievement in Quality Award recognizes organizations that demonstrate systematic growth in quality care through proven approaches, measurable outcomes, and a commitment to continuous organizational improvement. It is the second of three progressive levels within the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program and is based on the nationally recognized Baldrige Performance Excellence Framework.
For more than 62 years, Holden Rehabilitation has served Central Massachusetts as part of the family-owned and operated Oriol Health Care organization. Guided by the promise, “Our family taking care of yours,” Holden continues to invest in its people, clinical programs, facilities, and resident experience while remaining focused on compassionate, person-centered care.
“This award reflects the dedication, compassion, and professionalism of every member of the Holden Rehabilitation team,” said Tara D’Andrea, MBA, NHA, FACHCA, Administrator of Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center. “Every department contributes to the experience our residents and families have each day. This recognition belongs to our entire team, whose commitment to quality and continuous improvement makes achievements like this possible.”
The national recognition is the latest achievement in a remarkable year for Holden Rehabilitation. Earlier this year, Administrator Tara D’Andrea, MBA, NHA, FACHCA, received the Distinguished Nursing Home Administrator Award from the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA), one of the profession’s highest individual honors.
Holden Rehabilitation continues to strengthen its commitment to excellence through investments in specialized clinical programs and resident-centered care. Recent milestones include becoming Central Massachusetts’ first Joint Commission Post-Acute Care (PAC) Certified Skilled Nursing Facility, expanding specialized services through the Wachusett Respiratory Care Unit, earning recognition as a 2026 Partner in Wound Care Excellence, and launching Oriol Therapy Services, in partnership with Preferred Therapy Solutions, to enhance both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services.
Beyond clinical excellence, Holden continues investing in the overall resident experience through engaging therapeutic and recreational programming, refreshed outdoor courtyards, welcoming gathering spaces, and amenities that promote healing, independence, and quality of life. Those efforts have also been recognized nationally through the 2026 Activated Insights Customer Experience Award, honoring excellence in resident and family satisfaction.
The center’s commitment extends beyond its campus through active community partnerships and the work of The Oriol Foundation, which supports caregiver education, scholarships, support groups, community wellness initiatives, and innovative programs that strengthen Central Massachusetts.
“Awards like this are meaningful because they recognize the work our team does every day—but they also remind us of the responsibility we carry,” said Nathan Oriol, Vice President of Operations for Oriol Health Care. “For more than 62 years, families have trusted us during some of life’s most important moments. Every generation of our organization has believed that trust must be earned each day through compassion, integrity, and a commitment to continually improving the care we provide. This recognition honors the incredible Holden team who brings that commitment to life every day, and it inspires us to keep building on that legacy for the future.”
The Silver Award joins a growing list of national and regional recognitions earned by Holden Rehabilitation, including Joint Commission Accreditation, U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Home recognition for both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care, the Activated Insights Customer Experience Award, multiple Best of Your Hometown honors, and numerous clinical quality distinctions.
Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center will be formally recognized during Delivering Solutions 26, the AHCA/NCAL Convention & Expo, October 11–14, 2026, in Boston, where quality award recipients from across the country will be honored.
About Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center
Family-owned and operated since 1964 as part of Oriol Health Care, Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center provides award-winning short-term rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing care, specialized respiratory services through the Wachusett Respiratory Care Unit, and outpatient rehabilitation through Oriol Therapy Services. Guided by its promise, “Our family taking care of yours,” Holden combines nationally recognized clinical excellence with compassionate, person-centered care for residents and families throughout Central Massachusetts.
Learn More
Read the full story behind Holden Rehabilitation’s quality journey and what this national recognition means for residents, families, and the Central Massachusetts community:
https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/holden-rehabilitation-2026-ahca-silver-national-quality-award/
The Power of Nursing: National Nurses Week at Oriol Health Care
The Power of Nursing: National Nurses Week at Oriol Health Care
During National Nurses Week, Oriol Health Care proudly recognizes the nurses, nursing leaders, and healthcare teams who make compassionate, personalized care possible every day.
This year’s National Nurses Week theme, “The Power of Nursing,” highlights the strength, dedication, leadership, and impact nurses bring to healthcare and the lives of residents, patients, and families. Across Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center and Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, nurses play an essential role in supporting healing, comfort, recovery, and quality of life.
From skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to wound care support and long-term care, nursing teams help create meaningful connections and moments of comfort every day. Their clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to resident-centered care help make Oriol Health Care’s mission possible.
Throughout the week, Oriol Health Care is celebrating the nurses and healthcare professionals whose dedication reflects our continued commitment to healthcare excellence and compassionate care.
Nursing Leadership and Teamwork
Strong nursing leadership helps create the supportive, resident-centered environment that families have come to expect from Oriol Health Care. Nurses, unit managers, wound care teams, and healthcare professionals across our facilities work together every day to provide quality care while supporting residents and families through every stage of care and recovery.
Learn more about our leadership teams:
- Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center Team:
https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/our-nursing-centers/holden-rehabilitation-skilled-nursing-center/our-team/ - Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center Team:
https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/our-nursing-centers/oakdale-rehabilitation-skilled-nursing-center/our-team/
Supporting Healthcare Excellence
Oriol Health Care continues to be recognized for its commitment to quality care and healthcare excellence.
Recently, Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center and Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center were recognized as 2026 Partners in Wound Care Excellence in collaboration with Dr. Novikov Wellness & Skin Care. These recognitions reflect the dedication of the skilled nursing and wound care teams who help support healing and recovery every day.
Read more:
https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/wound-care-excellence-oriol-health-care/
From rehabilitation and specialized nursing services to everyday moments of compassion and encouragement, nurses help residents and families feel supported, cared for, and at home.
As we celebrate National Nurses Week, we extend our gratitude to all the nurses and healthcare professionals across Oriol Health Care for the care, kindness, and dedication they bring to our communities every day.
Thank you to our incredible nursing team.
Our family taking care of yours.
About Oriol Health Care
Oriol Health Care is a family-owned healthcare organization serving Central Massachusetts for more than 60 years. Through a continuum of care that includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, home-based services, and healthcare support services, Oriol Health Care remains committed to compassionate, personalized, award-winning care.
A Legacy of Leadership: What Bob Oriol’s ACHCA Recognition Represents
Continuing a Family Tradition of Caring—and Leading in Healthcare Excellence
Oriol Health Care is proud to share that Bob Oriol, President and CEO of Oriol Health Care, has been recognized with the 2026 Chair’s Distinguished Service Award by the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA).
Presented by ACHCA Chair Mark Prifogle, FACHCA, this award honors Bob’s exceptional leadership and longstanding commitment to the New England Alliance (NEA) and District 1. It is a national recognition that reflects not only his contributions to the profession, but also the values that have shaped Oriol Health Care for decades.
As Mark Prifogle shared in his nomination letter:
“There are some people whose impact on this College is easy to measure, and then there are people like you, whose impact is woven so deeply into the life of ACHCA that it can hardly be separated from the story of the members and leaders you have served along the way. You are one of those people.”
A Career Rooted in Leadership and Service
Bob Oriol has been a cornerstone of Oriol Health Care since 1987, when he succeeded his father, Eugene “Gene” Oriol, as Administrator of Holden Nursing Home. Since then, he has helped guide the organization through decades of growth while maintaining the family’s commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.
With an MBA from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and advanced study in Health Care Administration at Clark University, Bob has built a career grounded in both strong leadership and a deep understanding of the healthcare field. His involvement extends beyond Oriol Health Care—serving on the Board of the Massachusetts Senior Care Association, as President of the New England Alliance of ACHCA, and on the boards of numerous local charitable organizations.
Throughout his career, Bob has remained dedicated to advancing post-acute and long-term care, while also supporting the communities that have trusted Oriol Health Care for generations.
Leadership That Extends Beyond the Organization
This recognition speaks not only to Bob’s role within Oriol Health Care, but also to his broader impact on the healthcare industry.
Through his work with ACHCA and regional leadership organizations, Bob has contributed to the development of best practices, mentorship of emerging leaders, and the continued advancement of quality care across the field.
His leadership has also had a lasting impact through the New England Alliance, where his role in planning and supporting decades of educational programs and conferences has helped create opportunities for professionals to learn, connect, and grow within the field.
As noted in his nomination, this kind of contribution reflects not only years of service, but a deep and ongoing commitment to strengthening the profession and the community around it.
A Reflection on Leadership
“This recognition reflects the work of so many dedicated professionals across our organization and throughout the field. I’m grateful to be part of a community committed to advancing quality care and supporting the individuals and families we serve every day.”
— Bob Oriol
Bob Oriol accepts the Chair’s Distinguished Service Award at the ACHCA Convention.
A Commitment to the Community
In addition to his leadership within the healthcare profession, Bob has remained deeply committed to the communities Oriol Health Care serves.
That commitment is reflected in his involvement with the Oriol Foundation, which supports initiatives focused on education, wellness, and community connection. Through programs such as scholarships, caregiver support groups, and community events, the Foundation extends the mission of Oriol Health Care beyond its facilities and into the lives of individuals and families throughout the region.
This work reflects a broader philosophy that quality care is not limited to a single setting—it is strengthened through community engagement, support, and meaningful relationships.
A Legacy That Shapes Care Today
At Oriol Health Care, leadership is not just about oversight—it’s about culture.
The values that have guided the organization for more than 60 years—compassion, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence—continue to influence the care delivered every day across Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, and throughout the Oriol Health Care family.
This recognition reflects the strength of that foundation and the continued impact of leadership that prioritizes both people and quality.
Recognized Locally. Celebrated Nationally.
Bob’s recognition at the national level reflects a long-standing commitment to care that begins in the community and extends across the profession.
At Oriol Health Care, we are proud to build on this legacy—providing skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care with a focus on personalized care, strong clinical leadership, and meaningful outcomes.
Join Us in Celebrating
Please join us in congratulating Bob Oriol on this well-deserved honor.
Our family taking care of yours.
ACHCA Announces 2026 National Award Recipients Honoring Excellence in Post-Acute Care Leadership
Oriol Health Care is proud to share that the American College of Health Care Administrators has announced its 2026 national award recipients, recognizing leaders who exemplify excellence in post-acute and aging services.
Among this year’s honorees is Tara D’Andrea, MBA, NHA, FACHCA, Administrator of Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, who has been awarded the Distinguished Nursing Home Administrator Award.
Read our full announcement:
https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/tara-dandrea-achca-award/
ACHCA’s annual awards recognize individuals and organizations that demonstrate leadership, innovation, and a commitment to advancing quality care across the post-acute and aging services continuum.
2026 ACHCA Award Highlights
The 2026 awards program includes recognition across multiple categories, including:
- Distinguished Nursing Home Administrator Award
- Distinguished Assisted Living Administrator Award
- Distinguished Service Award
- New Administrator Awards
- Mentor and Education Awards
- Public Service and Business Partner Awards
- Chapter and District Achievement Awards
This year’s recipients represent leaders from across the country who are advancing excellence in care delivery, professional development, and industry leadership.
Notably, the Massachusetts Chapter of ACHCA was also recognized with a Chapter/District Award for its Group Membership Initiative, reflecting its commitment to strengthening professional engagement and impact within the field.
Award recipients will be formally recognized during the ACHCA 2026 Annual Convention & Expo, taking place April 20–23, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.
Oriol Health Care extends its congratulations to all of the 2026 ACHCA award recipients for their contributions to advancing excellence in post-acute and aging services.