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Masonic Village News

News and updates from our five communities across the state.

  • Read article 'Help For the “Sandwich” Generation'

    July 31, 2017

    To those who never heard the term “sandwich generation,” it may seem like a food craze buzzword. In reality, the “sandwich generation” has nothing to do with food (or a craze).

  • Read article 'Talking About Healthcare Wishes'

    July 20, 2017

    When a loved one comes face-to-face with a unfavorable medical prognosis, many families struggle with what to do next. Advance care planning can be difficult to discuss, but it's critical.

  • Read article 'Music to Your Health'

    July 19, 2017

    In recent years, music therapy has been utilized more and more, especially as a tool to reach those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia. However, music therapy helps other individuals too.

  • Read article 'Life Made Better with Technology'

    July 3, 2017

    Masonic Villages has partnered with K4Connect, a technology company focused on serving and empowering older adults and individuals living with disabilities, to bring the latest technology to residents’ fingertips.

  • Read article 'Finding Adventure'

    July 3, 2017

    Currently residents of Montoursville, Pa., Mike and Jamie are looking forward to moving into their new cottage at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown in March 2018.

  • Read article 'Fresh Way to Recover'

    June 27, 2017

    Recovering from joint replacement surgery or a medical condition, such as congestive heart failure or a respiratory ailment, takes the right amount of care, rehabilitation and patience.

  • Read article 'A New Adventure Awaits'

    June 13, 2017

    Earlier this spring, Masonic Village at Elizabethtown broke ground on a new 72-cottage neighborhood. These homes will offer a variety of living options and a maintenance-free lifestyle.

  • Read article 'Time Capsule Transports Masonic Village into the Past'

    June 6, 2017

    Recent exploration of a long-unused building on campus unearthed a hidden treasure, one of historical significance to Masonic Village. In the abattoir, employees found a time capsule dating back to 1939.

  • Read article 'A World Visionary'

    May 22, 2017

    The activist and writer Martin Luther King Jr. said life’s most urgent question is, “What are you doing for others?” Judi Hindes has been asking that of herself her entire life.

  • Read article 'National Nurses Week'

    May 10, 2017

    At Masonic Villages, we are proud of our incredible nursing staff. During National Nurses Week, we like to thank our nurses for what they do! Watch this video to see our nursing staff in action!

  • Read article 'Grief Turned to Adventure'

    May 1, 2017

    Colt Romberger’s father had a saying, “When life hands you manure, make fertilizer.” That off-the-wall piece of advice has become part of Colt’s everyday life.

  • Read article 'Introducing OmniStand'

    April 26, 2017

    Masonic Village at Elizabethtown is the only facility in Lancaster County to offer a new therapy that improves balance and strength.