Life Stories
Retirement homes are mistaken as places to grow old. These stories prove age is nothing but a number. As we age, we gain valuable life advice to share, have time to volunteer and find new adventures to enrich our experiences. Sit back, relax and read a senior resident’s story or two. And be sure to check back often as our residents have a lot to share.
Schedule a tour here to meet our residents and hear stories like the ones below.
Making every moment count for residents with dementia
Communication is a critical part of Ashley Maggio’s role as Connections Club coordinator at Country Meadows of Wyomissing. In addition to meeting with residents every morning to go over plans …
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Country Meadows President & CEO Michael Leader reflects on his father’s achievements and goals at Gov. Leader’s 2013 funeral in Hershey, Pa. By Michael Leader During his 95 years, my …
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David Leader recalls life lessons from his father, former Pennsylvania Governor George M. Leader By David Leader Gov. Leader’s youngest child, David Leader, president & CEO of Providence Place Retirement …
Read MoreCelebrating the life of a Leader
Country Meadows founder Gov. George Leader envisioned seniors living in a retirement community where they could gain independence, make friends and enjoy life. The late Pennsylvania Governor George M. Leader …
Read MoreQuilts provide outlet for restless hands, co-worker hobby supports residents with dementia
When she craves a few minutes of quiet, co-worker Robin Malloy, likes to visit with residents living in the in the Connections neighborhood—a secure neighborhood at Country Meadows of Hershey …
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