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Oriol Foundation Announces Eugene Oriol Memorial Scholarships for 2025
Holden, MA – The Oriol Foundation is excited to announce the 2025 Eugene Oriol Memorial Scholarships, honoring the legacy of Eugene Oriol, founder of Holden Nursing Home. These scholarships support healthcare education for Wachusett District students and Oriol Health Care employees.
Scholarships Available:
- Community Scholarship: $1,000 for a graduating senior pursuing a healthcare degree from Boylston, West Boylston, or Wachusett District towns.
- Team Member Scholarship: $1,000 for Oriol Health Care employees advancing their nursing careers.
Application Deadline: April 15, 2025
Announcement of Winners: During National Skilled Nursing Care Week in May 2025
Applications can be accessed at https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/oriol-foundation or by contacting scholarship@oriolhealthcare.com.
About The Oriol Foundation
The Oriol Foundation is a nonprofit organization created to honor the legacy of Eugene Oriol, founder of Holden Nursing Home. Focused on charitable and educational purposes, the Foundation aims to promote wellness, foster innovation in healthcare, and support the well-being of the Wachusett community and its healthcare professionals.
Through initiatives like the Eugene Oriol Memorial Scholarships, the Foundation strengthens its commitment to building a healthier, more secure future for all. To learn more, visit The Oriol Foundation.
Nathan Oriol of Oriol Health Care Selected as Future Leader in Long Term and Post-Acute Care by AHCA/NCAL
Holden, MA – September 2024 – Oriol Health Care is proud to announce that Nathan Oriol, Director of Finance and licensed Nursing Home Administrator, has been selected by the American Health Care Association (AHCA) and the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) as a Future Leader in Long Term and Post-Acute Care. This prestigious recognition is part of the AHCA/NCAL’s Future Leaders program, a year-long initiative aimed at nurturing and developing leadership skills in the next generation of professionals within the long-term care industry.
Nathan Oriol’s selection for the program is a testament to his exemplary leadership at the state level and his potential to take on significant roles within the AHCA/NCAL. Throughout the program, Nathan will receive extensive training, mentorship, and development opportunities designed to enhance his leadership abilities and broaden his impact in the long-term care sector. The program will kick off with a two-day symposium in Washington, DC, where participants will immerse themselves in the latest theories and practices in quality management, customer satisfaction, and leadership.
“We are incredibly proud of Nathan’s achievements and his selection as a Future Leader,” said Beth Cogavin, COO of Oriol Health Care. “Nathan has been an integral part of our team for many years, and his dedication to providing exceptional care to our residents is evident in everything he does. This recognition is well-deserved, and we are excited to see how he will continue to contribute to the advancement of long-term care.”
Nathan Oriol began his career at Oriol Health Care at the age of 16, working in the kitchen of Holden Nursing Home. His passion for long-term care led him to progressively take on more significant roles, eventually serving as the Administrator at Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center from 2013 to 2022. Currently, Nathan serves as the Director of Finance for Oriol Health Care, Administrator of Oriol Home Health and President of the Oriol Foundation. Nathan holds a bachelor’s degree in health management and policy from the University of New Hampshire and earned his Master of Business Administration in Health Care Administration from Assumption University in 2023.
About the AHCA/NCAL Future Leaders Program
The AHCA/NCAL Future Leaders program, established in 2004, is designed to cultivate leadership skills in long-term care professionals and prepare them for future roles within the organization and the broader industry. Participants are selected based on their leadership potential and commitment to representing the interests of long-term care providers at both the state and national levels.
For more information about the AHCA/NCAL Future Leaders program, please visit AHCA/NCAL Future Leaders Program.
You can also read more about Nathan’s selection on the Massachusetts Senior Care Association website.
About Oriol Health Care
Oriol Health Care is a family-owned and operated healthcare organization with over 60 years of experience providing award-winning care. Based in Holden, MA, Oriol Health Care offers a continuum of services through its affiliates, including Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, Oriol Home Health, and Oriol Therapy Services. Oriol Health Care is committed to delivering personalized, resident-centered care in a compassionate and supportive environment.
Oriol Home Health Earns Full CHAP Accreditation, Continuing Tradition of Excellence
Holden, MA — [9/17/2024] — Oriol Home Health is excited to announce that it has been awarded Full Accreditation by the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP). Following a detailed re-accreditation process, the CHAP Board of Review determined that Oriol Home Health meets all CHAP Standards of Excellence, reaffirming our organization’s commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
CHAP, an independent nonprofit organization established in 1965, accredits home and community-based health care providers. The accreditation process is rigorous, ensuring that home health care agencies meet national standards for patient care, safety, and organizational effectiveness.
A Commitment to Quality Care
“Earning CHAP accreditation is a significant achievement for us,” said Dee Walsh, Clinical Manager at Oriol Home Health. “It’s a reflection of our team’s dedication to providing compassionate, high-quality care that allows our patients to safely remain in their homes. We are proud to offer a service that meets the highest standards.”
“Our CHAP accreditation reaffirms that Oriol Home Health is dedicated to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care,” added Christine Oriol Mahoney, BS, RN, COS-C, Quality Assurance Manager at Oriol Home Health. “It underscores our focus on maintaining the well-being of our patients while supporting their independence.”
What This Means for Our Patients
For patients and families, CHAP accreditation provides assurance that Oriol Home Health meets rigorous national standards of excellence. It means that our services—from staffing to patient care—are held to the highest benchmarks in the industry.
“As a family-owned organization, this accomplishment means a lot to us,” said Nathan Oriol, MBA, NHA, Administrator at Oriol Home Health and Director of Finance at Oriol Health Care. “CHAP accreditation emphasizes our dedication to serving the community with top-tier care, continuing the Oriol legacy of excellence.”
Looking Ahead
As we celebrate this achievement, Oriol Home Health remains focused on providing exceptional home health services to our community. Our commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate care will continue to guide our efforts as we move forward.
For more information about Oriol Home Health’s services, visit Oriol Home Health Services or contact us at (508) 829-1111.
About Oriol Home Health
Oriol Home Health, part of the Oriol Health Care family, provides high-quality home health care services to individuals in Central Massachusetts. With a mission to offer compassionate, personalized care, Oriol Home Health ensures that patients maintain their independence while receiving the support they need to stay healthy in their homes.
About CHAP
The Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) is an independent, nonprofit organization that accredits home and community-based health care providers. CHAP’s rigorous accreditation process sets the standard for excellence in home health care, focusing on patient safety, care quality, staffing, and organizational effectiveness.
Oriol Health Care Announces Expansion of Health Services in Holden
The Oriol family announces the first step of its expansion at their Holden Campus. Founded by Eugene Oriol of Holden, Oriol has been serving the community since 1964. Oriol owns and operates Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, Oriol Home Health, and Oriol Outpatient Therapy. Oriol is a recognized healthcare leader in both the Worcester and Wachusett communities and throughout New England.
Since acquiring the former Holden District Hospital property, Oriol has demonstrated its commitment to the community by providing, improving, and expanding public access to health care services on the site.
Commencing later this month, work will begin on utility upgrades and site improvements on the upper portion of the Holden campus. This work is associated with the proposed renovations and reuse of the former hospital building. During this time, temporary changes to vehicular and pedestrian traffic patterns may occur. Oriol asks the public to exercise extreme caution while visiting the site.
Oriol will collaborate with local, regional, and state planning and economic development officials. In addition, Oriol will be consulting engineers and community focus groups, in preparing plans for future development of the campus.
For further information and inquiries, please visit our website or contact us directly.
Angelique Harvey
Marketing & Community Outreach
Email: aharvey@oriolhealthcare.com
Phone: 508-829-1213
In West Boylston, Oriol owns and operates Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center. Bob, David, and Christine Oriol Mahoney all grew up and currently live in Holden. Oriol 360° is Oriol’s solution to integrated and coordinated post-acute care.
The Eugene L. Oriol Memorial Community Scholarship – 2024
Holden, Massachusetts – The Oriol Foundation is proud to offer The Eugene L. Oriol Memorial Community Scholarship to a graduating senior in Boylston, West Boylston and the Wachusett district towns encompassing Holden, Paxton, Princeton, Rutland, and Sterling that will be pursuing a degree in health care.
The Eugene Oriol Memorial Community Scholarship is a great opportunity for graduating seniors from Boylston, West Boylston, and the Wachusett District who plan to pursue a degree in health care. This scholarship, offered by the Oriol Foundation, aims to support the future of healthcare, and honor the memory and legacy of Eugene Oriol, the founder and first administrator of Holden Nursing Home.
If you are interested in applying for the scholarship, you can visit https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/oriol-foundation or email scholarship@oriolhealthcare.com for more information and the application form.
It is important to note that the deadline to apply is April 15, 2024. The $1,000 scholarship recipient will be announced in May during National Skilled Nursing Care Week. This scholarship can be a great help in achieving your academic and professional goals, so don’t hesitate to apply and take advantage of this opportunity.
About the Oriol Foundation
The Oriol Foundation has been established solely for charitable and educational purposes. We work to promote healthy living, foster innovative approaches to healthcare and enhance the wellbeing of the residents of our community and the healthcare professionals who care for them.
Our goal is to enable individuals to lead independent and secure lives, regardless of age or where they reside within the Wachusett Community.
Oriol Foundation is a 501(C)(3) organization, and your donation is tax deductible to the full extent of the tax laws.