Residents of the Zelma Lacey House – a 66-unit assisted living community managed by Braintree-based real estate firm Peabody Properties, Inc. and located on West School Street in Charlestown – gathered Monday, May 26th, for a special Memorial Day observance in honor of all those who have served our country.
The residents came to together to remember lost loved ones and pledge their allegiance, singing patriotic songs and enjoying a traditional American barbecue for lunch. Later that afternoon, the residents participated in a special ceremony, reflecting on the day, reciting poetry, offering a moment of silence and honoring veteran residents of the Zelma Lacey House for their service.
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About Peabody Properties, Inc.
Headquartered in Braintree, MA, Peabody Properties— a full-service real-estate firm— manages in excess of 10,000 units of housing, primarily in New England, with a divisional office located in Florida. An award-winning privately held corporation, Peabody Properties was incorporated in 1976 and is under the direction of Karen Fish-Will and Melissa Fish-Crane. In 1995, Peabody Properties recognized its long-term commitment to Resident Services as a unique area of expertise within the field of property management and established a new and separate entity. Peabody Resident Services, Inc. is dedicated solely to the development of support services and programs for residents of affordable housing. Peabody Properties is designated as a Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) and is certified by the Massachusetts State Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance (SOMWBA). For more information please visit http://www.peabodyproperties.com.