Lynda Vinton’s father often missed school to help support his family. One day, he knocked on the door of his one-room schoolhouse and asked to take the sixth-grade exam. “No
As homes throughout the land glow with holiday traditions, Homeland does the same, ringing with the joys of the season and hopes for peace. Traditional favorites provide opportunities for gatherings
Music, art and photographs transcend time. They can transport us back to defining moments in our lives, and provide peace and comfort when the days are overwhelming. John Good, chaplain
Lou Hepschmidt sets example for women in philanthropy! He heard hints about a surprise birthday party. “I heard rumors, but nobody would talk,” she said. Then came a Saturday-afternoon message that a package was waiting for her in the Homeland
A Homeland Center Lottery Calendar is truly a gift that keeps giving – to its owner as well as the community! Through the end of December, 365 checks totaling more than $13,000 have been distributed to the winners of our
When the art exhibits unique to Homeland Center go on the Florida room wall, it’s not just residents who benefit from exposure to great art. Staff, too, find a few moments in their busy days to rejuvenate and recharge. “It’s
The juggler knew what his audience wanted to see – the dangerous stuff. So he displayed a bowling ball, a garden rake, and “a very real ninja katana sword . . . case.” Fifty-plus people filling the Homeland main dining
