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.
From dishwasher to director, co-worker graduates to a career in senior living
Garrett Kistler loves seniors—a job skill critical to success for a career in the senior living industry. During his nearly 10-year career at Country Meadows, Kistler has forged relationships with …
Read MoreSharing the gift of good health
By Rev. Michael Fischer-chaplain, Country Meadows of York In August, 2015, I was blessed to share my gift of good health by becoming a living kidney donor through Pinnacle Health’s …
Read MoreResidents and young co-workers enjoy bridging generations
It doesn’t take long for young co-workers at Country Meadows to discover an important truth about residents: they were young once, too. And as residents and young co-workers bridge the …
Read MoreResident and co-worker bond over writing and poetry
Dorothy Jacobs, 93, a former English teacher, loves to write letters and poetry. A resident at Country Meadows of Leader Heights, Jacobs corresponds with friends, family members and former students …
Read MoreResident takes sky-high leap of faith
Most of us celebrate birthdays with presents, parties and cakes. Country Meadows of York resident Allen Ziegler celebrated his 90th birthday by jumping out of a plane. “I thought to …
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