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.
Joan’s Passion and Purpose Found on the Road to Recovery
Life can change in an instant. In Joan Feskanin’s case, she harnessed her positive, purpose-driven attitude to overcome adversity and a long healing process after a serious fall that resulted …
Read MoreDream 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 MoreElla Del Rio Makes Special Contribution to Practice Random Acts of Kindness Month
As a high schooler, Ella began her time at Country Meadows Retirement Communities as an intern through her vocational technical school’s co-op program. After graduating from Dauphin County Vo-Tech last …
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