On Nov. 6, a celebration was held to celebrate the retirement of Mendon Senior Center Director Amy Wilson Kent. Before she left, she wrote this letter to the community. 

A Message of Thanks to the Mendon Community: 

It has been my privilege to serve as director of the Mendon Senior Center for more than 18 years. I am truly grateful to each of you for making these years so meaningful. It has been an honor to be part of a community where people come together, support one another, and make a difference in each other’s lives.

Looking back, I am proud of the numerous meaningful programs and partnerships we have built over the years, along with many successful grants. All of which would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our caring staff and volunteers, as well as our abatement workers. I cannot forget the generosity of the Mendon community. Everyone’s time, energy, and willingness to help have made a lasting difference. I have enjoyed working alongside you. I am especially grateful for the support of our Council on Aging Advisory Board. Together, we worked hard to strengthen our department and grow it from a one-person operation into the team we have today.

That said, after more than 18 years in Mendon and 14 years before that in Hopkinton, I have decided it is time to retire and spend more time with my family as I begin this next chapter of my life. Leaving a community that has meant so much to me is certainly bittersweet. I will treasure the friendships I have made, the memories we have shared, and the opportunity to serve each of you and this community. Thank you for your trust, kindness, support, and for allowing me to be part of your lives.

With heartfelt thanks and warmest wishes,

Amy Wilson Kent