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.
John 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 …
Read MoreA Sweet Love Story: Clair and Gloria
There are two very important days in Clair and Gloria Sterner’s love story: Tuesday, June 26, 2023 and Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024—the day they met and the day they got …
Read MoreLifesong Hospice and Palliative Care’s Legacy Project for resident Evie Hildebrand celebrates family traditions
As 2024 drew to a close, 103-year-old Evie Hildebrand and her two sons enjoyed a morning together preparing and sharing a signature family dessert at her home at Country Meadows …
Read MoreChristmas at Country Meadows: Enjoying cherished traditions and adding new ones
Throughout the holiday season, Country Meadows co-workers are just as busy as Santa’s helpers as they plan events and activities to get our residents into the holiday spirit. Across all …
Read MoreCountry Meadows’ oldest resident Margaret Dilullo turns 110
When asked what advice she has to share with the residents and co-workers at her home at Country Meadows Retirement Communities Wyomissing campus, Margaret raised her can of Yuengling lager …
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