Right at Home

BY MELISSA STACEY

The following is an interview with Rosaleen Doherty, owner of Right at Home — In Home Care and Assistance, conducted by Discover Marblehead. To learn more about the business, email rdoherty@rightathomemass. net or visit rightathome.net/ salem-marblehead.

Tell us about Right at Home and why you started it. Our family started Right at Home in 2002 to provide professional home care services to support our seniors’ independence, allowing them to live in their own homes as they age. We started our agency when our children were babies because we wanted to be part of our local community and in service. This has become our life’s work and we have been truly honored to serve thousands of families over the last 20 years.

What is the best piece of business advice you’ve ever received? Today, my side hustle is as a business coach because I have received so much mentorship and guidance from wonderful people over the years. The best piece of business advice, which still resonates today, is a question: “Am I working ON my business or IN my business?” That usually puts me in the right perspective to serve my clients and employees.

What is your favorite spot in Marblehead and why? My favorite spot is probably Gas House Beach. I spent so many summers there with my kids paddleboarding, kayaking, walking out to Gerry Island. I treasure the great memories with family and friends at that gorgeous spot.

What is something people would be surprised to learn about you? I am not sure anything I do surprises people, but I just took up golf a year or two ago. It’s really uncomfortable to be new at something! That

INTERVIEW BY LEIGH BLANDER

Name: Nick Economou

Age: 69

Birthplace: Mary Alley Hospital, Marblehead

How long have you lived in Marblehead? All my life.

What is your fondest childhood memory?

Sledding at Seaside Park. Also, spending time with my family.

What jobs have you had and what was your favorite? I was a data processing manager at Cran Barry, which was in Marblehead but doesn’t exist anymore. They sold girls field hockey and lacrosse uniforms and award jackets. They imported sticks. They were out of a living room for years and then Title IX hit, more girls started playing sports and the company exploded. They moved to Lincoln Ave. and took over the old potato chip factory.

I started at the Marblehead Police Department in 1985 and retired in 2019 as a sergeant. My last 10 or 11 years, I was the police prosecutor and I handled everything that went to court. I was basically at the court every day – Lynn District Court, juvenile court, sometimes Salem Superior Court. I think it’s the best job in the department. I liked the interaction with the court, to see what they’re doing and how they handle things. We had a phenomenal relationship with Lynn District Court. It’s a compassionate court, always trying to work out decent resolutions and maybe not leaving a young kid with a record.

What is the biggest change you’ve seen in the world? People don’t respect each other as much these days. We’re in a hurry. We don’t know our neighbors.

Who is the most famous person you’ve met? I met the Queen of England. I was introduced to her. I was part of Glover’s Regiment during the Bicentennial. We were invited into Boston when the Tall Ships were here. We led cadets from the pier to Faneuil Hall. The Queen reviewed all the cadets. I also met Bill Belichick and Mr. Kraft. One of my best friends was the equipment manager for the Pats, and I met them at his funeral.

What is your most vivid memory from history? I was engrossed and in awe of the space program — the moon landing and the safe return of Apollo 13. I being said, I am enjoying the challenge of the game and being a learner at the age of 55.

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