David McBride first showed his artwork at Homeland Center in 2019. This year, he jumped at the chance to exhibit his pieces again. “I was so pleased to come back
As the solemn sound of “Taps” filled Homeland Center’s chapel, residents and visitors who were able stood at attention. After the last note sounded, two veterans stepped up and folded
As Homeland Center looks toward its 160th anniversary in 2027, members of the 1867 Society of Homeland play a key role in sustaining the legacy of 18 remarkable women whose
As the solemn sound of “Taps” filled Homeland Center’s chapel, residents and visitors who were able stood at attention. After the last note sounded, two veterans stepped up and folded an American flag. When they were done, each handed the
As Homeland Center looks toward its 160th anniversary in 2027, members of the 1867 Society of Homeland play a key role in sustaining the legacy of 18 remarkable women whose determination and tenacity launched an enduring institution. Homeland recently hosted
At the impressionable age of 10, Kristi Altice watched as hospice staff cared for her beloved grandfather during his final stage of life. Like two sides of coin, she felt the sadness of loss while admiring the support and comfort
Rebeccah DeVan has worked at Homeland Center on two separate occasions. Other senior-living facilities, she said, simply don’t compare to the level of care Homeland provides. “It’s easy to work at Homeland because you have everything you need to give
Generations of families use the hallways of their homes to display their most cherished photos of their beloved family members and milestone moments. The pictures tell the story of a family’s foundation, values, hopes and dreams. Homeland recently unveiled its most cherished family photos at a special dedication ceremony held
Maybe it was the sound of the train’s whistle or the rhythmic clacking of the tracks that ignited a spark in five-year old Lou Botta’s soul one Christmas morning more than 70 years ago. When Lou first saw his toy train chugging around the Christmas Tree, it inspired a passion
Despite childhood deprivation, Lionel Gonzalez has a heart for giving and service. “I never had anything as a child,” Lionel said. “I never saw happiness. I don’t know how I came to that tenderness in life, to love poetry, to love knowledge, to love the Bible – how God made
Slicked-back hair shining under the light, the singer started crooning the 1958 classic “Dream, Dream, Dream” by the Everly Brothers. “I was 10 years old when I heard that song,” said Homeland Center resident Lionel Gonzalez, himself a singer and trumpet player. “I remember!” Welcome to Homeland High and a
Homecooked meals often take us back to simpler times when we were young and our parents tended to our cold or soothed our bad day. Delicious ingredients made by someone we love brings us comfort and lets us know we are not alone. Janice Zaring of Newport thinks about this
A visit to Homeland Center by Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday — educating residents about preventing identity theft — brought things full circle. Sunday is a Harrisburg native whose grandmother had lived in Homeland, and “I know this place inside and out,” he said. “She loved her time here, and
When Susan K. Getty was studying in Messiah College’s studio art program at age 44, younger students would ask if she was sad about wasting all those years before pursuing her passion. Her answer: “No.” “I wasn’t ready for this then,” she said. “Now, I was loving it. It was
Tara Roland and the Homeland Center’s housekeeping team often hear the same thing from the families of residents: “Thanks for taking care of my mom. You have my mom’s room looking like home.” As a housekeeping supervisor, Tara ensures the Homeland environment remains clean, neat, and organized for residents, visitors,
It was a Friday the 13th, but red was the color of this lucky day in the Homeland Center Diner. “It’s good to be spending any time with my husband,” said Claire Zeiters as she enjoyed Homeland’s Valentine’s Day luncheon and a visit with her husband of 42 years. Claire
What’s the secret to living to 100? “Good mother, good father,” said Helen Fridirici, who came to Homeland in 2025. “My mother was an angel. Nobody ever told her that, but she was just an angel on earth. Imagine that.” From Helen’s airy room in Homeland’s skilled care, her son,
