# THE CORDWAINER'S SOMITA RAY NAMED TO THE 2026 MEMORY CARE INNOVATION AWARDS CLASS BY SENIOR HOUSING NEWS

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- Published: 2026-04-30T10:40:00+07:00
- Author: MarketersMEDIA Newswire

_Nationally Recognized Memory Care Community Celebrates Second Major Honor from 
Senior Housing News_

Norwell, MA USA, April 30, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ — The Cordwainer, an Anthemion 
Senior Lifestyles assisted living memory care residence located at 555 Cordwainer
Drive in Norwell, Massachusetts, is proud to announce that its Director of Memory
Care Programming, **Somita Ray, **has been named to the **Memory Care Innovation
Awards Class of 2026** in the Senior Housing & Senior Living category, presented
by Senior Housing News, a WTWH Healthcare publication.

This honor marks the second time The Cordwainer has been recognized by Senior Housing
News. In 2023, the community was named the Best Stand-alone Memory Care community
in the nation by Senior Housing News, earning top honors in the prestigious Architecture&
Design Awards for its groundbreaking biophilic design, innovative programming environment,
and commitment to the well-being of residents living with dementia. Now, that same
spirit of innovation is being recognized again, this time through the people who
bring it to life every day.

The Memory Care Innovation Awards recognize high-performing professionals who are
shaping the future of cognitive care delivery. These individuals demonstrate exceptional
leadership, innovation, and advocacy on behalf of those living with memory-related
disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The Class of 2026 Memory
Care Innovators was announced on April 22, 2026, following a rigorous nominations
and review process conducted by the WTWH Healthcare editorial team.

Somita’s selection reflects her nearly 25 years of dedication to senior living and
her transformative impact on memory care programming at The Cordwainer. Since joining
the community, she has been a driving force behind innovative programming accompanying
The Learned Environment℠ curriculum – a distinctive, brain-stimulating approach 
to memory care that incorporates music, art, and language exploration to enrich 
the lives of residents living with dementia. She collaborates with residents, families,
and the Resident Care Director to develop individualized wellness plans, and she
co-hosts a monthly caregiver support group serving families across Norwell and the
greater South Shore.

A Certified Dementia Care Practitioner, Somita holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees
in Fine Arts and Crafts and in Education, and has completed advanced training in
Positive Approach to Care, Train-the-Trainer, Montessori Teaching, and Bodywork.

_“Somita brings an extraordinary level of heart, imagination, and expertise to everything
she does. The programs she has developed don’t just engage our residents—they help
them feel seen, valued, and connected every day. We are incredibly proud to see 
her recognized on a national stage for the difference she makes in the lives of 
so many families.”_* – Tamilyn Liesenfeld, Managing Member, The Cordwainer / Anthemion
Senior Lifestyles

As a member of the Class of 2026, Somita will receive national recognition across
WTWH Healthcare’s media portfolio and a complimentary invitation to the TRENDS Conference,
taking place August 4–6, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois.

**About the Memory Care Innovation Awards** The Memory Care Innovation Awards, presented
by Senior Housing News and WTWH Healthcare, recognize rising stars and thought leaders
across the memory care industry, spanning senior housing and senior living, behavioral
health, home health and home care, hospice and palliative care, and skilled nursing.
For more information, visit innovation.memorycarebusiness.com.

Contact Info: 
Name: Maria LastoriaEmail: [Send Email](https://send.releasecontact.com/89190361)
Organization: Cordwainer Memory CareWebsite: [https://cordwainermemorycare.com](https://cordwainermemorycare.com)

Release ID: 89190361

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