Stories

Summertime Fair celebrates the Homeland Center family and community

August 17, 2016

Another successful Homeland Center Summertime Fair dodged the raindrops – mostly – while offering fun for residents, neighbors, and kids of all ages. The 2016 Summertime Fair, held on a warm Saturday, offered games, food, pony rides, classic cars, and a hidden treasure sale, while it spotlighted Homeland’s commitment to…

Homeland Center unveils two new services to care for seniors at home to address underserved need throughout central PA region

August 16, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Betty Hungerford, Director of Development Homeland Center Office: 717-221-7727, Cell: 717-580-9139 Email:bhungerford@homelandcenter.org 1901 N. 5th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102 Homeland Center unveils two new services to care for seniors at home to address underserved need throughout central PA region Expanded services come as Homeland celebrates 150 years of…

Resident Spotlight: Doris Coyne brings the world to Homeland Center

August 15, 2016

Doris Coyne brings the world to Homeland Center! Throughout her 96 years, Doris Coyne has kept her feet moving. Whether she’s kayaking in Fiji, peeking behind the Iron Curtain in East Berlin, or serving meals to the hungry, she is always hunting for new experiences and the chance to stay…

Celebrating happy hour with root beer floats

July 19, 2016

The weather outside was hot and stormy, but on a summer Friday afternoon at Homeland Center, residents were inside enjoying a cool and universally beloved treat. As resident Doris Coyne put it, “Root beer floats, my favorite food!” Every Friday at 3 p.m., Homeland Center’s personal care residents are invited…

Resident Spotlight: Betty Lloyd cherishes her memories

July 11, 2016

Betty Lloyd cherishes her memories! Golf with friends. Bridge. Travel with family. Betty Lloyd has brought a lifetime of good memories to Homeland Center. Betty came to Homeland in March 2015. Here, she follows politics and welcomes her son, Greg, when he visits from Providence, Rhode Island, every month. Before…

Homeland Center residents start the summer with music and strawberry shortcake

June 2, 2016

Everyone loves the signs of summer. Fresh strawberries. Flowers in bloom. Music in the air. Homeland Center residents and staff enjoyed them all as they welcomed the warm weather during the “Signs of Summer” gathering under the Chet Henry Memorial Pavilion. Balloons and decorations in bright blues, greens, pinks, and…