Story Bank
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.
Resident John Wolfe celebrates Veterans Day with local first-grader and WWII enthusiast
In June 2024, John Wolfe went on a ride of a lifetime thanks to AARP’s Wish of a Lifetime program. While John was piloting an airplane for the last time, …
Read MoreVeterans honored during Quilts of Valor ceremony at York-South campus
At Country Meadows Retirement Communities, we don’t have to wait until Veteran’s Day to celebrate the life, legacy and sacrifice of our veteran heroes. In our communities, we have residents …
Read MoreBob Barker proves it’s never too late to follow a passion
Country Meadows of Hershey hosts a monthlong exhibit of acrylic paintings by resident Bob Barker from August 30 – September 30, 2024. Bob Barker spent much of his professional career …
Read MoreAnna Lutz turns 108
Country Meadows of South Hills is celebrating resident Anna Dzurichko Lutz’s 108th birthday! Born on March 17, 1916, in Farrell, PA, Anna has lived much of her life in the …
Read MorePets make great Valentines in senior living communities
Why says your valentine has to be human? Country Meadows has many pets living in our communities and/or coming to work with their best humans. Americans love their furry, finned …
Read MorePainting of a tree sparks clarity despite dementia
“Did I do that?” asks Dottie as she looks at a painting of a tree. A resident of the Connections Memory Support Services Neighborhood at Country Meadows of West Shore …
Read MoreSummer may come to an end, but not the fun
It’s been said that summer is the height of being alive. Residents and co-workers felt particularly alive this summer after practicing safety protocols for the last 18 months thanks to …
Read MoreResident’s amazing life comes full circle
In philosophy, the “Circle of Life” means that we start at the end and end in the beginning. In other words, our lives resemble a complete circle. Dena Zugzda’s life …
Read MoreResident left Cuba a lifetime ago, but memories remain
Since a travel ban to Cuba was eased in 2016, many Americans are planning visits to the once forbidden destination. But for Country Meadows of Forks in Easton resident, Edmundo …
Read MoreResidents battle local child hunger
“Friday afternoon until Monday morning is a long time not to eat.” Elementary School Counselor Suzanne Howe says this is true for many children in the Northeastern York School District. …
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