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.
Fine Art Miracle program reaches residents with dementia in new ways
The “mother tone” in the resident’s voice stops co-worker Maureen Sirianni cold in her tracks. The woman, who does not speak due to advanced dementia, is having a loving discussion …
Read MoreResidents don costumes from eras past to raise money for Alzheimer’s research
A group of residents at Country Meadows of Hershey can add “calendar model” to their list of accomplishments. To raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association, co-workers came up with the …
Read MoreBloodhounds search for “missing” residents
It is a call feared by anyone who cares for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease: that person is missing. Recently that call was made for two “missing” residents during …
Read MoreWorking around class schedules to make it work
Nelson Buskirk loves his job as a culinary associate at Country Meadows Retirement Communities. He enjoys meeting the residents, hearing their stories and working in the kitchen. For nearly a …
Read MoreResident inspires co-worker, inspires talents
When asking co-workers what is his/her favorite part of the job, the answer is always the same…the residents! West Shore Community Life Associate Bonnie West’s life was changed when she …
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