Last Updated on March 25, 2023


The announcements in this section are focused on events and activities that might be of interest to and/or are open (free) to the entire Charlestown Community. Make sure to also visit Department and Club/Events (Resident Activities) webpages for additional announcements.

Attention Charlestown Residents

Did your parent AND grandparent live here
at Charlestown during the last 40 years?
If so, Community Resources wants to hear from you!
Please contact Mary Evans at 410-737-8838 x8558.
Join the Tapestry Conversation




Tuesday, March 27, 2023
2 – 3:30 PM
Wednesday, March 28, 2023
10 – 11:30 AM
Erickson Conference Center



Weaving old and new experiences together as we form a rich tapestry of life at Charlestown.
Wondering What This Van is Doing on the Charlestown Campus?

Charlestown 2023 Well-Being Expo March 30

Charlestown 2023
Well-Being Expo: Strengthen Your Healthy Lifestyle
Thursday, March 30, 2023
11 AM – 1:30 PM
Gallery | Fireside Bar Area | Charlestown Square Lobby
READ MORE
Are You Wondering How to Get a Safety Pendant?

Visit the:
Residents’ Council Safety & Security Committee table
Well-Being Expo
Thursday, March 30, 2023
11 AM – 1:30 PM
Fireside Gallery & Lounge Area
General Services Shred-it Event April 1

Saturday, April 1, 2023
10 AM – 1 PM
Cross Creek Front Entrance
What to shred: Color office paper, file folders, staples, paper clips, rubber bands (no need to remove)
What NOT to shred: Cardboard, plastic, common trash, hazardous materials, CD, DVD, magnetic media, x-rays, computers and accessories
Charlestown’s 40 Year Ruby Celebration May 19

Friday, May 19, 2023
4 – 9 PM
Fountain Hill Courtyard
All residents, staff, and families
are cordially invited!
Document Your Groups’ History

Janel Douglas Digital Archives will store your records
and document your history!
Regularly email your resident groups’ minutes, documents and photos.
Send your records to: charlestownarchives17@gmail.com
The Archives are located in Fountain Hill, across from The Abbey.
Open for visits and/or research:
Mon. and Wed.: 9:30 AM – Noon
Tues. and Thur.: 11 AM – 2 PM
Please call to confirm at 410-737-8838 or 601-8838.
You Can Help Remedy Shopping Cart Shortages!

Please remember to return all
shopping carts and wheelchairs
to your nearest front desk
after use!
Other residents will thank you!

Are You Interested in Downsizing Your Apartment Home at Charlestown?
Charlestown Sales Director, Matt Dougherty, actively meets with current residents to discuss the ability to accommodate their changing needs. Needs shift for various reasons such as saving money monthly, health changes or the loss of a spouse or partner.
Matt welcomes your inquiries and would be glad to set up a meeting to discuss options for an apartment change.
Handwashing Is The Best Defense Against Flu

~ Sponsored by Residents’ Council Health Committee ~
Wi-Fi Guides for Connecting to Charlestown Networks Available on MyErickson

Wi-FiWi-Fi is a family of wireless network protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 family of standards, which are commonly used for wireless networking and allow nearby devices to exchange data by radio waves. Wireless local area networks (WLAN) are widely used in the world to link laptop computers, tablet co... READ MORE Guides for connecting Android, Apple and Windows 10 devices to the Charlestown Resident NetworkA network consists of two or more computers that are linked in order to share resources (such as printers and CDs), exchange files, or allow electronic communications. The computers on a network may be linked through cables, telephone lines, radio waves, satellites, or infrared light beams. See also... READ MORE and headless devices to the PortalPortal is a term, generally synonymous with "gateway," for a World Wide Web site that is or proposes to be a major starting site for users when they get connected to the Web or that users tend to visit as an anchor site. At Charlestown, a separate network (CCI-Portal) is used for "headless" devices ... READ MORE Network are now avilable on MyErickson.
Administration Updates

Tune in to Channel 972 or visit MyErickson
There will be Admin updates on TV972 on alternate Mondays. Broadcast at: 10 AM, Noon, 4 PM & 10 PM Check weekly TV972 Schedule
Current updates are also available on MyErickson under Community Videos -> Admin Updates.
Security Reminds You to Contact Them Prior to Unregistered Visitor Arrivals

Please call Security Dispatch at x601-8806 in advance of your unregistered visitor’s arrival. Those friends and family who are registered with a window cling do not need to give advanced notice.
You will be asked to provide the following information:
• Name of the visitor
• Approximate date/time of arrival
• Location where to direct your visitor
AARP Fraud Alert Keeps Us Informed About Current Scams
AARP periodically issues fraud and scam alerts on its website. These scams come mostly through email, phone and web and can sound very convincing. Range of schemes are wide, including such things as Medicare, Social Security, credit card, cruises, IRS, tax preparation, and debt collection. The current focus is on coronavirus-related fraud.
Bookmark the fraud and scam alerts so that you can easily check the website when you get a suspicious email or phone call or you can sign up to have the alerts send directly to you through your email account. There is also a helpline phone number to call: 877-908-3360.
For More Announcements Login to MyErickson to see Activities and Daily Happenings

Login to My EricksonMy Erickson is a resident portal. It is provided by Erickson Corporate and is managed by Charlestown staff, mainly Community Resources. See Portal. READ MORE with Your Username and Password below:
After you’ve logged into MyErickson, click on: