Article Library: STORIES OF THE HEART

We’re delighted to have Linda Arlene Montgomery Bradshaw as an esteemed and admired resident of Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez, along with her cat Amelia. With her vibrant spirit and love for pets, Linda embodies the warm and... Read More

At Carlton, we hold deep respect and gratitude for the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in our nation’s armed forces. This Memorial Day, we are proud to honor and recognize our veterans and active... Read More

Written by Carlton resident, Harriett Burt, fellow resident, Setsuko, shares her story of life in Japan during WWII. The oldest of five children, Setsuko Iwawaki was born in western Tokyo on February 20, 1929. In 1932 the family moved to... Read More

Eunice Friedlander of Carlton Fremont joined the elite rank of centenarians on March 2, 2021. When asked what words of wisdom she has for younger generations, Eunice says, “go with your gut and do what feels right for you.” She... Read More

Ivan and Iris Seppala celebrated their 59th anniversary in May of 2021. The same month they moved from their Clayton home of 47 years to Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez. The couple had met in the early 1950s... Read More

Paul’s Story was written by fellow Carlton Pleasant Hill – Martinez resident, Harriett Burt, and it recounts Paul’s time in the service as a young man. Paul Moser graduated from Pittsburg High School in Contra Costa County in 1942. He... Read More