Masonic Villages News
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Unleashing the Possibilities Worldwide
Fifteen years ago, Masonic Village resident Jo-Anne Karnes started a program through the Order of the Eastern Star to provide service dogs for children, adults and veterans. Having raised close to $1.3 million throughout the U.S. and Canada, the program is now going international.
Family First
For Bill Mowbray, family has always been priority. Like many working adults, he found himself in a position of wanting to care for his loved ones, but having to juggle other responsibilities. He was relieved Masonic Village was able to meet the needs of several of his family members and provide him with peace of mind.
Celebrating 20 Years of Music Therapy
Did you know that Masonic Villages supports one of the most unique Music Therapy programs among Continuing Care Retirement Communities across the country?
Meet the Expectations of Seniors’ Expanding Palates
Food at retirement communities used to be institutionalized and not very appetizing, because taste was not the top priority; nutritional value was. However, the baby boomer generation has reprioritized the flavors in food and made socialization the focus of dining.
Feeling the Downsizing Dumps? Here’s 5 Helpful Hints.
Packing up your life is by no means an easy task, but most people have come face to face with this feat at least once in their lives. Whether you
It’s Good to Have Options
The OPTIONS program, run through the Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging, serves more than 6,000 seniors facing a range of hardships. In an effort to “go green,” Masonic Villages is donating money saved on production costs of its Report to the Community to charitable organizations serving seniors across Pennsylvania. A $2,500 donation was made to the OPTIONS program on behalf of the Masonic Village at Sewickley.