An adult home and day center that has operated in Gloucester since 2001 is now under new ownership and a new name.Maryanne Fary Lee has returned to work in her hometown of Gloucester to operate a business she purchased last year. Advent, formerly Sola, is an organization that provides residential and day support services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with the center located on Ark Road. “We have residential houses where people can live full-time if they want,” Lee explained. “And then the day center is wonderful because if someone takes care of their loved one at home and they just want to have an outing, or want a break, they can come to our day center.” Inspired by the Advent season at church, the name represents the arrival of something new and wonderful. Together, Lee and her partner, Steven Wilkins, have been working to get exposure for the business, letting the community know they are ready to help. Lee’s goal with the company is to help those with ...
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