“Our family taking care of your family”
As the premier all-inclusive assisted living community, our mission at the Arbors and Ivy is to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for both our residents as well as our team.
Our highly trained staff of dedicated professionals works with unparalleled compassion and support to enrich the lives of those we serve.
We aim to reciprocate this commitment and ensure the success and fulfillment of each employee by not only offering a comprehensive benefits package but also opportunities for growth.
Why The Arbors / Ivy?We are a locally owned family business that takes pride in welcoming our employees into our family.
As the team has grown over the last 24 years to over 700 individuals across 10 different locations, each person has been pivotal in helping us create a positive and diverse environment that encourages a culture of camaraderie, self-expression, and empathy.
We celebrate birthdays, promotions and other events as a team, offering the opportunity for everyone to get to make connections outside of work.
You can also contribute to the community through "The Arbors Gives Back", where our employees form alliances with residents and their families to raise funds for local community organizations, such as "Meals on Wheels".
Competitive Pay Wages
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assist Plan
Pet Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Resident Referral Program - $2,000 per new referred resident
Employee Referral Program - $200 per referred candidate
On-Site Dining at Reduced Prices
Career Advancement Opportunities
Staff Recognition Events
Sondra’s experience in Assisted Living is exceptional. Sondra began her journey with The Arbors 21 years ago as a Resident Care Aide, then as a Receptionist until she was promoted to Marketing and Sales Director where she found her calling. Sondra has since been promoted to Regional Marketing and Sales Director. She finds it very fulfilling to work for such a great family business and loves every part of her job, especially the residents, their families and their stories.
Sondra Jones
From Resident Care Aide to Regional Marketing and Sales Director
Ed has over 20 years of experience working for the Arbors/Ivy/Integra family. He started working for The Arbors in 2004 as an RCA. Upon receiving his LPN in 2005, Ed became a Resident Care Director and worked toward receiving his RN from STCC School of Nursing. In 2010 Ed began working for Integra Home Care Agency as a Case Manager, then became the Agency’s Director in 2016. Now Ed is back working for The Arbors and The Ivy Assisted Livings again as a Regional Director of Resident Care.
Ed Walters-Zucco
From RCA to Regional Director of Resident Care
Jason launched his 30-year career in the senior living industry by starting as a Tray Line Supervisor in the dining room. However, his satisfaction of working with the residents and getting to "affect someone’s life for the better" has driven him to climb through the ranks. Hoping for a chance to make a difference, Jason is looking forward to building a nurturing environment for both the residents and staff at The Ivy at Watertown.
Read more about his story here.
Jason Rieger
From Tray Line Supervisor to Executive Director
"I love working at the Arbors at Dracut because when I walk in, I immediately feel like part of a family. Nobody is too busy to lend a helping hand. It's a pleasure walking the halls and seeing smiling faces every day. It makes work not feel like work"
Anthony Hill, Food Service Director
"As a receptionist at The Ivy at Watertown, it is my pleasure to be a member of the Ivy Team to welcome and assist residents and their families. I am fortunate to be surrounded by Ivy teammates who are generous with their support and knowledge. This team effort enhances the mission of welcoming our residents to our Ivy community."
Marge Cook, Receptionist
"The reason I love working at the Arbors is because right from the start staff and residents make you feel welcomed. Staff is always willing to help you with anything you ask or even if you need more guidance. It's not just a place of work, everyone makes you feel included and like family. Especially the residents and the families. Being able to interact with everyone just makes every day rewarding to be part of this community."
ChaCha Rios Quiles, Resident Care Aide
"My name is Sasha Ferreira, I have happily been a part of the Arbors team for over 7 years. While at the Arbors I have stepped into new positions and learned so much with the support of our team. The Arbors is nothing like any other job I have had in the past we are a family.
I enjoy coming to work knowing that I can make a difference. I am extremely thankful for all the opportunities given to me and I look forward to seeing where my Arbors future takes me."
Sasha Ferreira, Activity Program Assistant