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.
Dream Flights Celebrates the Life and Service of Veteran Residents of Country Meadows
Giving back to those who gave. That is the mission of Dream Flights, a non-profit organization dedicated to granting flights to veterans living in retirement and assisted living communities. In …
Read MoreA Special “Twist” on Kindness
Twenty-two years ago, Janet had a decision to make. After spending a year being a caregiver for her husband, he passed away at a young age. She knew she didn’t …
Read MoreBetty Rothrock reminisces about career during National Nurses’ Week
The nursing profession may have looked different back in Betty’s day, but a nurse’s instincts to do everything in the best interest of the patient, maintain a kind disposition and …
Read MoreA snapshot of Norma’s life in her hallway shadowbox
At Country Meadows Retirement Communities, we celebrate the beautiful lives, legacies and experiences residents bring with them. From how residents decorate their apartments to the activities planned to foster each …
Read MoreJohn and Mary Ellen Little’s Love Story
According to Kathleen, the Little’s oldest daughter, there is an overarching theme of commitment to each other—no matter what and never wavering. John and Mary Ellen Little, residents at Country …
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